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Soul Sister #2
Wild Beauty
"Audrey Carlan has a way with words that cannot be denied." –Kylie Scott, New York Times bestselling author My life has never been easy. Not from the day I took my first breath until now. Only days old, I was placed in a laundry basket and left in front of a firehouse. I never knew who my parents were before being shuffled around from one bad foster home to another. Until the day I arrived at Kerrighan House. My safe haven. My home. I was welcomed with open arms into a world where love and sisterhood were the rule, not the exception. From that moment on, I believed I was safe. That nothing bad could touch me. I was so wrong. Neither my success as a full-figured lingerie and fashion model nor my street smarts as a born and bred Chicago native, safeguarded me against walking into the clutches of a monster. As I try to pull my life back together, I’m brought face to face with a man whose wounds mirror my own. Under his protection, I’m gifted the opportunity to find beauty where there has only ever been pain. And yet, danger lurks, as a new evil threatens to bring me to my knees. Can my savior protect me, or has my fate been sealed? Note : Each book in the Soul Sister series can be read as a standalone.
336 pages, Paperback
Published April 5, 2021
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Audrey Carlan
239 books6,713 followersAudrey Carlan is a No. 1 New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal best-selling author. She writes stories that help the reader find themselves while falling in love. Some of her works include the worldwide phenomenon Calendar Girl serial, Trinity series and the International Guy series. Her books have been translated into over thirty languages across the globe.
She lives in the California Valley, where she enjoys her two children and the love of her life. When she’s not writing, you can find her teaching yoga, sipping wine with her “soul sisters,” or with her nose stuck in a sexy romance novel.
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She lives in the California Valley, where she enjoys her two children and the love of her life. When she’s not writing, you can find her teaching yoga, sipping wine with her “soul sisters,” or with her nose stuck in a sexy romance novel.
If you would to hang out and learn more about my books, find me here:
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April 5, 2021
I have a lot of notes from my read but my mind is mush right now so you have to wait till later or even tomorrow but I want to say one thing about not just this book, but this series real quick. If you want to fully experience the power and magic that is woven into this world Audrey has created, you HAVE to begin with Wild Child. This may be just a me thing, but this is not a standalone. #fightme ;)
ALSO, I almost feel like not rating this book. Ratings are limiting and I hate that. I hate that there is no infinity star rating. I hate that I am limited by 5 stars. This isn’t a 5 star book. It doesn’t even touch most of the books out there with 5 star ratings. (I've only ever written that statement about ONE other book in my almost 40 years reading romance of some kind or another.) Do with that information what you will :)
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ALSO, I almost feel like not rating this book. Ratings are limiting and I hate that. I hate that there is no infinity star rating. I hate that I am limited by 5 stars. This isn’t a 5 star book. It doesn’t even touch most of the books out there with 5 star ratings. (I've only ever written that statement about ONE other book in my almost 40 years reading romance of some kind or another.) Do with that information what you will :)
DO.THE.THING!
Amazon: https://amzn.to/2HpgQYu
Amazon Worldwide: http://mybook.to/wildbeautyac
Nook: https://bit.ly/3oecULb
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October 28, 2023
SEE WHAT EARLY READERS ARE SAYING:
“Killian and Addison were fire together! Highly recommended!” - Lulu’s Library
“An emotional and suspense fueled romance that will sate your desire for love and mystery.” - Keri Loves Books
“I loved everything about this story. The message is so important. Life can throw curve balls all day but everything will be fine if you have a support system.” - Coffee and the Bibliophile
“Wild Beauty is a brilliant romantic suspense story, full of twists and turns and moments when I held my breath.” World of Books 65
“THIS DESERVES 4154548215 STARS!! Wild Beauty is a suspenseful, edge of your seat, loveable, entrancing story that everyone should read!” - The Bee’s Knees Book Blog
“Killian and Addison make the sparks fly off the page with their chemistry.” - Amy, Goodreads Reviewer
“Yet again Audrey has blown me away with another amazing book! I was completely swept up in Addy and killians story and it carried me away giving me major feels of epic proportions.” - The BookUla Reviews
“All the stars!!! A beautifully written romantic suspense novel that will keep you turning the pages late into the night!!” - Misty’s Corner Reviews
“Killian and Addison were fire together! Highly recommended!” - Lulu’s Library
“An emotional and suspense fueled romance that will sate your desire for love and mystery.” - Keri Loves Books
“I loved everything about this story. The message is so important. Life can throw curve balls all day but everything will be fine if you have a support system.” - Coffee and the Bibliophile
“Wild Beauty is a brilliant romantic suspense story, full of twists and turns and moments when I held my breath.” World of Books 65
“THIS DESERVES 4154548215 STARS!! Wild Beauty is a suspenseful, edge of your seat, loveable, entrancing story that everyone should read!” - The Bee’s Knees Book Blog
“Killian and Addison make the sparks fly off the page with their chemistry.” - Amy, Goodreads Reviewer
“Yet again Audrey has blown me away with another amazing book! I was completely swept up in Addy and killians story and it carried me away giving me major feels of epic proportions.” - The BookUla Reviews
“All the stars!!! A beautifully written romantic suspense novel that will keep you turning the pages late into the night!!” - Misty’s Corner Reviews
March 22, 2021
An emotional and suspense fueled romance that will sate your desire for love and mystery.
Just when you think the worst is over....it's not! She thought it was behind her. The man that held her captive and tortured her was dead. It was supposed to be over...but it's not. Someone is coming for her. Addy will need to find her strength to survive the man that is hunting her.
Addy is a successful plus-sized model who has made a name for herself worldwide. After the strangler held her captive and left her with scars, she is trying to find her new normal. Leaving the traumatizing past behind is difficult. As she tries to re-start her life, she's battling debilitating flashbacks. Her first photo shoot will bring her to Killian Fitzpatrick. If anyone understands her pain, it's him.
Killian is a photographer that has seen his fair share of carnage and experienced loss. He photographed war for ten years and lost countless friends during that time. An IED not only left him with permanent scars it changed his career path. He's ready to focus on the beauty life has to offer and Addison is gorgeous. Taking pictures of her in sexy lingerie for an ad campaign is no hardship.
The attraction between and Addie and Killian sizzles from the start. Killian is not a man that holds back. Starting a new relationship should be simple, but when Addison finds out that everything she suffered is not in the past and there is a new threat coming for her.
An emotional, romantic suspense, that is heavy on family between sisters who are everything to one another. The romance is steamy and sweet. The hunt for the man after Addy will have you reading faster just so she can see where the story goes. The bond between sisters is beautiful and the true definition of unconditional love and sacrifice. These woman empower one another and provide support in the face of any obstacle. I enjoy each one of them and the men that win their hearts. A great series that keeps me coming back.
Just when you think the worst is over....it's not! She thought it was behind her. The man that held her captive and tortured her was dead. It was supposed to be over...but it's not. Someone is coming for her. Addy will need to find her strength to survive the man that is hunting her.
Addy is a successful plus-sized model who has made a name for herself worldwide. After the strangler held her captive and left her with scars, she is trying to find her new normal. Leaving the traumatizing past behind is difficult. As she tries to re-start her life, she's battling debilitating flashbacks. Her first photo shoot will bring her to Killian Fitzpatrick. If anyone understands her pain, it's him.
Killian is a photographer that has seen his fair share of carnage and experienced loss. He photographed war for ten years and lost countless friends during that time. An IED not only left him with permanent scars it changed his career path. He's ready to focus on the beauty life has to offer and Addison is gorgeous. Taking pictures of her in sexy lingerie for an ad campaign is no hardship.
The attraction between and Addie and Killian sizzles from the start. Killian is not a man that holds back. Starting a new relationship should be simple, but when Addison finds out that everything she suffered is not in the past and there is a new threat coming for her.
An emotional, romantic suspense, that is heavy on family between sisters who are everything to one another. The romance is steamy and sweet. The hunt for the man after Addy will have you reading faster just so she can see where the story goes. The bond between sisters is beautiful and the true definition of unconditional love and sacrifice. These woman empower one another and provide support in the face of any obstacle. I enjoy each one of them and the men that win their hearts. A great series that keeps me coming back.
April 7, 2021
4.5 Intense And Healing Stars
* * * * 1/2 Spoiler Free
I have said this before, in my opinion, Like Will Find Like and Recognize Each Other Instinctively. This is a concept that plays a big part in many novels, and in this one, it is critical.
Wild Beauty is the second entry to the multilayered interconnected series Soul Sisters by Audrey Carlan. In this series we have another concept I believe in, family is not limited to those by blood. The idea of limiting those who are more important, more of an influence than those by birth, always is wrong. We pick our extended families for a reason and those reasons are powerful.
Addison is part of a family that is stronger than most. She came to this family later in life and found the real mother she deserved. So did all of the other "sisters" she had, too. The hub was Mama Kerri and her taking in all of these foster girls years ago. A bond developed that nothing would break, not even death.
And Death has already tested them...Addison was targeted by a serial killer, her glorious body maimed by cigarette burns on her arms. As an in-demand, full-figured model, it took Audrey months to try to get a handle on who she was now...and get back in front of the camera.
Side Note-In my mind, I had Ashley Graham as Addison. In 2009, this article in Glamour Magazine was groundbreaking for Full Figured Models and the beginning of the modeling industry recognizing her grace and beauty. https://www.glamour.com/story/these-b... In 2010, Graham appeared in a controversial Lane Bryant TV commercial, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FQ7hU...
It was important to do the shoot she was on at this moment, it was for her sister, Blessing, and her new lingerie line. By doing this new campaign for her, hoping it would break through and put the garments into a store like Target and allow others to enjoy the beauty of the designs. Addison was in the garments, ready to be photographed and then it happened...
She was back being in that dark place, with all the pain and hurt...Her face blank and she not feeling like she was there at all...
Killian, the photographer, knew that look and feeling. He sometimes saw that blank face looking back in the mirror at him. He had been in the service, then started to do all the war photography for news outlets and fought alongside his brothers. The experiences, the loss took their toil and Killian decided to leave wartime photography and do something that wouldn't cause any more pain.
So when Addison disappeared in her pain, Killian was there to wrap his arms around her, give her a safe haven, and let her know someone understood what she was experiencing. Addison was able to key into Killian and feel safe and protected in his arms...she returned to herself.
This is how these two connect and from that moment you know, as a reader, this is going to be intense and good. It was. The connection between these two pulsed off the page.
There is a lot to love about this book and series. A Special shout-out to Brutus, lots of doggy kisses. It would be so easy to create characters that checkboxes and have no souls. Instead all of the people and multi-dimensional and work well. This series is interconnected and I think reading all of the books in order will be the way to get the full picture and enjoyment.
Wild Child (Soul Sister, #1)
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Wild Beauty (Soul Sister, #2)
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Wild Spirit (Soul Sister, #3)
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
~~~~~ Before Reading ~~~~~
November 3, 2020
Family Isn't Always Defined By Blood...
Audrey Carlan Has Created Foster Sisters And Their Stories...
Soon We Will Learn Of The Sister...
Known As The...
Wild Beauty (Soul Sister, #2)- February 1, 2021
Wild Child (Soul Sister, #1)
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Wild Beauty (Soul Sister, #2)
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Wild Spirit (Soul Sister, #3)
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
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* * * * 1/2 Spoiler Free
I have said this before, in my opinion, Like Will Find Like and Recognize Each Other Instinctively. This is a concept that plays a big part in many novels, and in this one, it is critical.
Wild Beauty is the second entry to the multilayered interconnected series Soul Sisters by Audrey Carlan. In this series we have another concept I believe in, family is not limited to those by blood. The idea of limiting those who are more important, more of an influence than those by birth, always is wrong. We pick our extended families for a reason and those reasons are powerful.
Addison is part of a family that is stronger than most. She came to this family later in life and found the real mother she deserved. So did all of the other "sisters" she had, too. The hub was Mama Kerri and her taking in all of these foster girls years ago. A bond developed that nothing would break, not even death.
And Death has already tested them...Addison was targeted by a serial killer, her glorious body maimed by cigarette burns on her arms. As an in-demand, full-figured model, it took Audrey months to try to get a handle on who she was now...and get back in front of the camera.
Side Note-In my mind, I had Ashley Graham as Addison. In 2009, this article in Glamour Magazine was groundbreaking for Full Figured Models and the beginning of the modeling industry recognizing her grace and beauty. https://www.glamour.com/story/these-b... In 2010, Graham appeared in a controversial Lane Bryant TV commercial, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FQ7hU...
It was important to do the shoot she was on at this moment, it was for her sister, Blessing, and her new lingerie line. By doing this new campaign for her, hoping it would break through and put the garments into a store like Target and allow others to enjoy the beauty of the designs. Addison was in the garments, ready to be photographed and then it happened...
She was back being in that dark place, with all the pain and hurt...Her face blank and she not feeling like she was there at all...
Killian, the photographer, knew that look and feeling. He sometimes saw that blank face looking back in the mirror at him. He had been in the service, then started to do all the war photography for news outlets and fought alongside his brothers. The experiences, the loss took their toil and Killian decided to leave wartime photography and do something that wouldn't cause any more pain.
So when Addison disappeared in her pain, Killian was there to wrap his arms around her, give her a safe haven, and let her know someone understood what she was experiencing. Addison was able to key into Killian and feel safe and protected in his arms...she returned to herself.
This is how these two connect and from that moment you know, as a reader, this is going to be intense and good. It was. The connection between these two pulsed off the page.
There is a lot to love about this book and series. A Special shout-out to Brutus, lots of doggy kisses. It would be so easy to create characters that checkboxes and have no souls. Instead all of the people and multi-dimensional and work well. This series is interconnected and I think reading all of the books in order will be the way to get the full picture and enjoyment.
Wild Child (Soul Sister, #1)https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Wild Beauty (Soul Sister, #2) https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Wild Spirit (Soul Sister, #3) https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
~~~~~ Before Reading ~~~~~
November 3, 2020
Family Isn't Always Defined By Blood...
Audrey Carlan Has Created Foster Sisters And Their Stories...
Soon We Will Learn Of The Sister...
Known As The...
Wild Beauty (Soul Sister, #2)- February 1, 2021
Wild Child (Soul Sister, #1)https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Wild Beauty (Soul Sister, #2) https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Wild Spirit (Soul Sister, #3) https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
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March 18, 2021
Wild Beauty what can I say about this sexy plus size supermodel that I now want to marry so I hope that she is out there and sees this. This book is suspenseful, hot, full of soul sisters from all walks of life but they all have one thing in common that this is the Kerrighan House and Mama Kerri is everyone's foster parent supermodel. Great job on showing so much love from a group of girls that turned into wonderful, fun love women. Wild Beauty is about a girl that just wants to live out her life as a Plus size supermodel and one day find the love of her life. Addison aka Addy goes on a ride of her life with a psycho running around town that she doesn't feel like she has done anything wrong. But has she? You must keep reading to find out.
Addy aka Addison, needs a man that is a manly man that can handle all of her curves and all. One day while living her best life a sister ends up needing help and in the process her life was turned upside down. During this process while on a photo-shoot she found someone that was able to read her soul. But what she did not know was that the moment he meaning (Killian) would see her, his life would be turned upside down in the best possible way. When two souls that have been hurt, abused, used and still need to feel that true love walk in. It can become explosive in the best way. Addy falls hard and fast, but she was not alone in this as Killian fell just as hard and fast and this relationship goes on a ride I am sure most of us would like to have or have had. I love this store all because of the suspense, love, compassion that one has with their family is so powerful. I have always wanted a sister or sister to have this kind of relationship with to bound over some of the silliest things in life. Thank you Audrey for allowing me to live in your wonderful world of this Sisterhood. What the Kerrighan House has bought out and is still bringing out is the best in me. Sisterhood like what I have read in this store makes you want to bring your whole group together as Sisterhood is not able blood. It is more about those that come into our life without even knowing it was needed. Sisterhood is life!
Addy aka Addison, needs a man that is a manly man that can handle all of her curves and all. One day while living her best life a sister ends up needing help and in the process her life was turned upside down. During this process while on a photo-shoot she found someone that was able to read her soul. But what she did not know was that the moment he meaning (Killian) would see her, his life would be turned upside down in the best possible way. When two souls that have been hurt, abused, used and still need to feel that true love walk in. It can become explosive in the best way. Addy falls hard and fast, but she was not alone in this as Killian fell just as hard and fast and this relationship goes on a ride I am sure most of us would like to have or have had. I love this store all because of the suspense, love, compassion that one has with their family is so powerful. I have always wanted a sister or sister to have this kind of relationship with to bound over some of the silliest things in life. Thank you Audrey for allowing me to live in your wonderful world of this Sisterhood. What the Kerrighan House has bought out and is still bringing out is the best in me. Sisterhood like what I have read in this store makes you want to bring your whole group together as Sisterhood is not able blood. It is more about those that come into our life without even knowing it was needed. Sisterhood is life!
April 5, 2021
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Addison's trying to take back her life, her modeling career, but is struggling. Every time the camera makes a noise, she's taken back to the time when she was being held, and she can't seem to get past it. The newest photographer, Killian, is gorgeous, and seems more than happy being there for her, and making her swoon with his sweet ways. Then more disturbing things start happening and it looks as if Addison's troubles didn't really go away. But she's strong, she's tough and she's got her family and her new man. They will overcome everything, TOGETHER.
Killian's not just eye candy, though. He's got his own demons, being a photojournalist has given him more to deal with than most people could bear. So it makes sense that he and Addison would find love with each other. The way he stepped up to care for her, be there for her? My favorite part of this already excellent story.
I loved being back in the Kerrighan sisters' world. The bond they all share is quite beautiful to read, and then the guys they fall for are added, and make the world that much better. I love that Addison is a confident woman without the insecurities most BBW stories have. Of course, she's only human, though, so other things take their toll on her, and it was nail biting reading as they tried to deal with it all. I kinda had already guessed who the real villain was, but reading how it all went down was a rollercoaster of emotions and heightened suspense. The ending was downright sweet, if a bit of a tearjerker, and tied up Killian and Addison's story in the perfect way. I am dying now too, to read as the next sister, Liliana, brings uber alpha, Omar, to his knees.
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April 4, 2021
Killian and Addison were fire together!
Before I get into that, let me just say that I loved that our heroine is plus sized but that her story wasn't ABOUT that. Many times, a plus size woman's story revolves around her insecurities and how crappy she's had it because of her weight. That could be bullying, bad or lack of relationships, or just simply feeling not good enough. This was not that and I was so glad. Big women can be happy and confident and not all go through "big girl trauma".
Back to your regularly scheduled program. Now, I'm not a fan of the insta love thing. Within days of meeting, bam! They were soulmates. Not my bag. But I will concede that the close proximity part of the trope, along with the reason for the forced closeness, lends itself to that type of quick attachment. Their chemistry is palpable from the very beginning.
As far as who the villain is, for me it was a little predictable. The moment we meet him, I knew he was it. But I've seen Criminal Minds way too many times 😂.
Now, I still need to read book 1 to get the full scope of the suspenseful storyline, but each book is a standalone as far as the couples are concerned. The sisters seem pretty diverse, which is great. And there's a set up for 2 more couples just from this book.
The series has been described as Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants meets Criminal Minds, both of which I love, so I had to dive in.
Highly recommended!
Before I get into that, let me just say that I loved that our heroine is plus sized but that her story wasn't ABOUT that. Many times, a plus size woman's story revolves around her insecurities and how crappy she's had it because of her weight. That could be bullying, bad or lack of relationships, or just simply feeling not good enough. This was not that and I was so glad. Big women can be happy and confident and not all go through "big girl trauma".
Back to your regularly scheduled program. Now, I'm not a fan of the insta love thing. Within days of meeting, bam! They were soulmates. Not my bag. But I will concede that the close proximity part of the trope, along with the reason for the forced closeness, lends itself to that type of quick attachment. Their chemistry is palpable from the very beginning.
As far as who the villain is, for me it was a little predictable. The moment we meet him, I knew he was it. But I've seen Criminal Minds way too many times 😂.
Now, I still need to read book 1 to get the full scope of the suspenseful storyline, but each book is a standalone as far as the couples are concerned. The sisters seem pretty diverse, which is great. And there's a set up for 2 more couples just from this book.
The series has been described as Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants meets Criminal Minds, both of which I love, so I had to dive in.
Highly recommended!
April 8, 2021
Misty's Corner Review
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All the stars!!! A beautifully written romantic suspense novel that will keep you turning the pages late into the night!!
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Book two in Audrey Carlan's "Soul Sisters" series follows plus-sized model Addy, one of the Kerrighan House foster sisters, in the wake of the tragic events from book one. The whole of Kerrighan House is hurting and healing in the aftermath of the loss of a sister and the brief captivity and torture of sisters Addy and Simone at the hands of the “Backseat Strangler.” In this book, while Addy is recovering both physically and mentally, there's evidence of a copycat killer on the loose and after her, even if he has to go through her loved ones to get her. Even with all of this turmoil and suspense, the who, what's next, how's and where's Carlan brings us hope, showing her readers that sometimes you can't wait for the perfect moment to fall in love and settle down; sometimes love finds you. Addy beats the odds and finds love in her war-torn battlefield photographer turned model photographer. Luckily, he fits right in!
I'd recommend this book to all romantic suspense fans, and seriously, if you haven't read an Audrey Carlan book yet - what are you waiting for? This woman knows how to write and write well - so well that I feel wholly invested every time I'm swallowed up into one of her stories, without fail. The characters, the settings, the atmosphere, all of it together, makes you FEEL all of the feels, oohs, and ahhs alike! Read this. Read it for the love, the mystery, Brutus, the plant watering, Jonah’s brotherly protection, and of course, the SISTERHOOD! By the way, don't forget to check out book one, “Wild Child” - I loved Simone’s story and the intro to Kerrighan House just as much!!
Many thanks to @audreycarlan and @socialbutterfly_pr for my complimentary ebook copy of "Wild Beauty." I've also purchased a copy for my shelf, of course!
I have honestly and voluntarily reviewed this title.
Thanks for reading!
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All the stars!!! A beautifully written romantic suspense novel that will keep you turning the pages late into the night!!
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Book two in Audrey Carlan's "Soul Sisters" series follows plus-sized model Addy, one of the Kerrighan House foster sisters, in the wake of the tragic events from book one. The whole of Kerrighan House is hurting and healing in the aftermath of the loss of a sister and the brief captivity and torture of sisters Addy and Simone at the hands of the “Backseat Strangler.” In this book, while Addy is recovering both physically and mentally, there's evidence of a copycat killer on the loose and after her, even if he has to go through her loved ones to get her. Even with all of this turmoil and suspense, the who, what's next, how's and where's Carlan brings us hope, showing her readers that sometimes you can't wait for the perfect moment to fall in love and settle down; sometimes love finds you. Addy beats the odds and finds love in her war-torn battlefield photographer turned model photographer. Luckily, he fits right in!
I'd recommend this book to all romantic suspense fans, and seriously, if you haven't read an Audrey Carlan book yet - what are you waiting for? This woman knows how to write and write well - so well that I feel wholly invested every time I'm swallowed up into one of her stories, without fail. The characters, the settings, the atmosphere, all of it together, makes you FEEL all of the feels, oohs, and ahhs alike! Read this. Read it for the love, the mystery, Brutus, the plant watering, Jonah’s brotherly protection, and of course, the SISTERHOOD! By the way, don't forget to check out book one, “Wild Child” - I loved Simone’s story and the intro to Kerrighan House just as much!!
Many thanks to @audreycarlan and @socialbutterfly_pr for my complimentary ebook copy of "Wild Beauty." I've also purchased a copy for my shelf, of course!
I have honestly and voluntarily reviewed this title.
Thanks for reading!
Misty M. @MistysCornerReviews
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April 2, 2021
~~I received a free copy of this book to read and review for Wicked Reads ~~
4.5*s of intense and exciting storytelling
This is the second book in the series, and I absolutely think you need to read them in order. This story follows on directly from the last book and elements of the story follow it. You will get some sense of what happened, but the real importance of what happened will be lost to you. Audrey Carlan writes really well, and this is a good example of her work. I am going to assume that you have read it in my review.
We are back with the soul sisters in Kerrigan House, trying to put their ives back together after the terrible ending of the previous book. Then, just as they think that they can get back to as normal as normal is, there is news of danger to Addy, which forces them all to regroup and be under guard for their safety. The news is delivered whilst Addy is at her first photoshoot after the kidnapping and injuries that she sustained. The shoot photographer, Killian, steps in to support her, and the electricity between them is definitely an unexpected bonus.
As the plot unfolds, we get to learn more about Killian's background, how he can protect her, and how determined he is to look after her heart as well as her body. He is absolutely dreamy, and Addy totally deserves such adoration.
Be ready to catch a tear or two as things do get emotional - the soul sisters are such a close bunch that they laugh together and support each other through the tough times too. I am really looking forward to the next installment.
4.5*s of intense and exciting storytelling
This is the second book in the series, and I absolutely think you need to read them in order. This story follows on directly from the last book and elements of the story follow it. You will get some sense of what happened, but the real importance of what happened will be lost to you. Audrey Carlan writes really well, and this is a good example of her work. I am going to assume that you have read it in my review.
We are back with the soul sisters in Kerrigan House, trying to put their ives back together after the terrible ending of the previous book. Then, just as they think that they can get back to as normal as normal is, there is news of danger to Addy, which forces them all to regroup and be under guard for their safety. The news is delivered whilst Addy is at her first photoshoot after the kidnapping and injuries that she sustained. The shoot photographer, Killian, steps in to support her, and the electricity between them is definitely an unexpected bonus.
As the plot unfolds, we get to learn more about Killian's background, how he can protect her, and how determined he is to look after her heart as well as her body. He is absolutely dreamy, and Addy totally deserves such adoration.
Be ready to catch a tear or two as things do get emotional - the soul sisters are such a close bunch that they laugh together and support each other through the tough times too. I am really looking forward to the next installment.
March 30, 2021
This series is just getting better with each book! Wild Beauty is the 2nd novel in Audrey Carlan’s Soul Sister series. Wild Beauty is Addison (aka Addy) Michaels-Kerrighan’s amazingly, hot, suspenseful story. We were introduced to Addy in Wild Child after a very traumatic experience that she is still learning how to cope with months later. She was never expecting to find what she needed behind the camera at her first shoot back after her traumatic experience in the form of a former wartime photographer/Army vet names Killian (aka Fitz) Fitzpatrick. Fitz chose to start photographing things he finds beautiful now instead of war and death and he found what he sees as the most beautiful subject for his photographs in Addy. Addy learns before formerly meeting Fitz that this man can bring her back to reality during one of her “moments” due to her trauma. Addy ends up having to rely on Fitz’s protective nature towards her because someone is killing women who look like her and burning their arms just like what was done to her and leaving photos of her at the scenes. Did the Backseat Strangler have an accomplice? Is this a copycat? Or is this some new psycho who is obsessed with Addy and what happened to her?
Just like Wild Child, Wild Beauty will throw a million different emotions at you throughout this entire book, but it is so worth it! I loved this book so much and Addy’s character is so inspiring! If you haven’t read Wild Child, you will definitely want to read it before you read this amazing romantic suspense novel!!
Just like Wild Child, Wild Beauty will throw a million different emotions at you throughout this entire book, but it is so worth it! I loved this book so much and Addy’s character is so inspiring! If you haven’t read Wild Child, you will definitely want to read it before you read this amazing romantic suspense novel!!
April 4, 2021
“Sisterhood wasn’t a word for us. It was our way of life. Forged in the hottest flames of pain, fear, and unconditional love. There was no breaking our bonds.”
Wild Beauty is book 2 in the the Soul Sisters series but can easily be read as a standalone.
It’s a story of two wounded souls finding a way to accept and overcome their past; as they face-off with a madman serial killer and fall in love.
“Don’t we all have something within us that needs a soft touch?”
As with all of Audrey Carlan’s books, we get a beautiful, captivating story, amazing and well developed cast of characters, lots of love, swoon, soul, heat and sisterhood; and in Wild Beauty a suspense element as well!
I highly recommend this book to all romantic suspense enthusiasts!
Wild Beauty is book 2 in the the Soul Sisters series but can easily be read as a standalone.
It’s a story of two wounded souls finding a way to accept and overcome their past; as they face-off with a madman serial killer and fall in love.
“Don’t we all have something within us that needs a soft touch?”
As with all of Audrey Carlan’s books, we get a beautiful, captivating story, amazing and well developed cast of characters, lots of love, swoon, soul, heat and sisterhood; and in Wild Beauty a suspense element as well!
I highly recommend this book to all romantic suspense enthusiasts!
April 5, 2021
Addy and Killian are going to take your breath away because they are there for each other every step of the way. In this romantic suspense that follows the success and brilliance of Wild Child, we see Addy continue to be in the midst of danger and trouble. And we get to see that there are those in her world that would lay down their lives for her and would protect her and fight for her.
It is a thing of beauty when you can fall in love with characters that an author writes, when the words dig deep into your soul and they make you want to be a part of their world. This is what Wild Beauty does for me because the bond between the sisters is one that I yearn for and the love of Killian is one in a million.
I can not praise this book enough, it gave me everything I wanted and so much more. I enjoyed it and can’t wait to find out who is going to be next in the sisterhood. Brava, it is a magnificent read.
It is a thing of beauty when you can fall in love with characters that an author writes, when the words dig deep into your soul and they make you want to be a part of their world. This is what Wild Beauty does for me because the bond between the sisters is one that I yearn for and the love of Killian is one in a million.
I can not praise this book enough, it gave me everything I wanted and so much more. I enjoyed it and can’t wait to find out who is going to be next in the sisterhood. Brava, it is a magnificent read.
April 4, 2021
5 Star Review To Wild Beauty (Soul Sister #2) by Audrey Carlan
I have no idea where to start with this review. This was a gripping story that drew me in and held me captive from the first chapter to the last. It was raw and gritty and had me on the edge of my seat at times.
After her recent traumatic experience, Addison is trying to get her life back on track but it isn’t easy. Returning to her work as a model, the clicking of Killian’s camera triggers a flashback.
When danger rears it’s head again it appears that there is a copycat killer who has set his sight on Addison. The connections she has with Killian is instant and the chemistry ignites almost immediately. As with Addison, Killian has his own baggage that he needs to deal with but he is determined to protect and keep Addison safe.
There were so many twists and turns that I was blown away and the ending was not what I was expecting. I cannot see wait to Ms.Carlan has in store for us next. In this highly addictive series.
I have no idea where to start with this review. This was a gripping story that drew me in and held me captive from the first chapter to the last. It was raw and gritty and had me on the edge of my seat at times.
After her recent traumatic experience, Addison is trying to get her life back on track but it isn’t easy. Returning to her work as a model, the clicking of Killian’s camera triggers a flashback.
When danger rears it’s head again it appears that there is a copycat killer who has set his sight on Addison. The connections she has with Killian is instant and the chemistry ignites almost immediately. As with Addison, Killian has his own baggage that he needs to deal with but he is determined to protect and keep Addison safe.
There were so many twists and turns that I was blown away and the ending was not what I was expecting. I cannot see wait to Ms.Carlan has in store for us next. In this highly addictive series.
March 28, 2021
Another great story by Audrey Carlan. This series is a bit different from her other books since it is more suspense and mystery (with a healthy dose of romance and steam) but once again Wild Beauty pulls you in from the beginning and makes you not want to stop until you find out what happens. Addy is a famous model who is finally trying to move on from the trauma she sustained from a mad man. At her first photo shoot post trauma, she meets Killian (aka Fitz), the photographer. They have an instant connection that he makes known he intends to pursue trying to date her. When more tragedy and threats against Addy and her family start again, the only place she feels safe is with Killian. Although this is a stand alone, you will get more out of it by reading Wild Child first. I loved watching Addy and Killian’s relationship develop in addition to learning more about her and her sisters. Once again you see a strong family by choice bond with all of the sisters. I also loved that we got some glimpses of what may be coming in future books for the other sisters. Looking forward to reading more books with these characters.
March 24, 2021
So excited for the continuation of this series! After the first book in this series I was hooked, especially when it involved one character’s story ending and another’s starting. This book focuses on Addison, who was kidnapped and tortured in the previous book in order to lure her sister out. Thankfully, the serial killer is killed by their other sister, but months after everything happened and it seems that life is starting to get back to normal, a copycat killer strikes again. Trying to get back into the swing of things and get back to her career, Addison finds out about the copycat after having a moment during her photoshoot but was able to calm down thanks to Killian. The sparks instantly fly between these two, but they keep it professional, until more girls that look like Addison end up dead in the same manner she was tortured. As the FBI works to find out who’s behind the killings and if it’s related to Addison or the serial killer, Addison and Killian give into their feelings and chemistry and things happen hard and fast for them. I loved how this book had me continually guessing on not only who the killer’s identity was but also their motives, and I was definitely surprised by the ending! I can’t wait for the next book in this series and I love that Audrey also gives us updates of sorts on the others as well.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
March 30, 2021
Ugh. This series is turning out to be everything I love about sweet, emotional, contemporary romance. The love between the foster sisters and their mother...the support system, the un readable bond and sisterhood is so poetic and beautiful. That is such an uplifting and hopeful addition to this series.
And oh gosh, our FMC and MMC. Addy was amazing. After the ordeal she went through in Wild Child, the resulting scars and mental trauma, that curvy woman had me cheering for her. And when Killian enters the picture? SWOON, y'all. I absolutely adored how he instantly felt drawn to the tortured, curvy model. I loved how he immediately felt protective of her and how she helped him come to terms with his own traumatic past as a war photographer. That was such a unique twist to this story.
I loved everything about this story. The message is so important. Life can throw curve balls all day but everything will be fine if you have a support system. Families are made from the people you love and who love you and that's so much better than relying on blood ties just because.
April 6, 2021
Audrey it’s another amazing read!! Addison Michaels-Kerrigan has survived the torture of a mad man the Backseat strangler. He kidnapped and tortured her. Her sister Tabby saved her and Simone. Addy has burns up and down her arms where the mad man burned her arms with cigarettes. She is healing from the burns. She is getting back to work. She is modeling her sister Blessings lingerie line. She has the support and backing of her family. Certain things trigger her moments. During the photo shoot she met Killian Fitzpatrick. Something about him called to her. When Killian saw Addy through his lens something called to him. She had to be whisked away. It started happening all over again. A mad man is killing women and leaving her pictures behind. Her family once again is staying at their family home. She doesn’t want to lose another sister to a mad man. Through this disaster Addy has found Killian who makes her feel things she has never felt before. Even with her scars he makes her feel beautiful. Her sisters have her back. The mad man wants to get at her. The FBI, the bodyguards Blessing hired and Killian keeps her safe. The mad man brings Addy and Killian closer. I am loving this series. Their bond is strong. They will go through everything together and support each other no matter what! Congratulations Audrey this was awesome!!
April 5, 2021
This story is raw beauty at its finest, while you are consumed with the anticipation of who is behind all the devastation and heartbreak. Addy and Fitz have such an intense emotional connection. They are two broken souls who have found each other, just when they need each other most. They cherish the gifts and goodness in their lives because they have lived through so much pain, trauma and tragedy. Fitz has this amazing way of being the calm to Addy’s storm. Addy brings so much beauty and joy to Killian’s soul. They complete each other in such a breathtaking way. Their lives have been altered forever, but through their life changing love, they find their way to their own happily ever after. You need to read this book for the loft, the scars, Brutus, the photos, the albums and the shelf alone. I need a KIllian cuddle pronto!
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April 6, 2021
When I found out how long I had to wait to read this book, I got really sad! And a bit mad as well!
I wanted to read this book now! Could not wait! So if you a in doubt to get this book, don't be! It's so awsome!
Right now after finishing it, I still feel the joy and warmth from that big and great family. Like you as a reader is a part of they family. I love how Audrey can write like the reader is a par of the book. Don't know how, but I love it!
Get the book and start reading!
I wanted to read this book now! Could not wait! So if you a in doubt to get this book, don't be! It's so awsome!
Right now after finishing it, I still feel the joy and warmth from that big and great family. Like you as a reader is a part of they family. I love how Audrey can write like the reader is a par of the book. Don't know how, but I love it!
Get the book and start reading!
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March 29, 2021Wow! Wild Beauty is amazing! 5 stars!
Addison never had an easy life, it was always something. But she always stood tall, fought and found her way back to the top. Everything was getting back to "normal" and wham she's knocked back down again. With the help of her foster sisters and one amazing photographer named Killian, she gets back up and will not quit. She is Wild and she is Beauty. Must read! This book can be read as a stand-alone but I would highly recommend reading Wild Child first.
Addison never had an easy life, it was always something. But she always stood tall, fought and found her way back to the top. Everything was getting back to "normal" and wham she's knocked back down again. With the help of her foster sisters and one amazing photographer named Killian, she gets back up and will not quit. She is Wild and she is Beauty. Must read! This book can be read as a stand-alone but I would highly recommend reading Wild Child first.
March 27, 2021
THIS DESERVES 4154548215 STARS!! Wild Beauty is a suspenseful, edge of your seat, loveable, entrancing story that everyone should read!
From the beginning of the first book, I knew I needed a continuation! This did not disappoint!
I read this book very slowly because I did not want it to end!
I loved Addy and Killian together! The fight both of them had was indescribable! Their chemistry was out of this world! I love all the sisters, Mama Kerri and all their personalities! I can't wait to see the other sisters stories!
From the beginning of the first book, I knew I needed a continuation! This did not disappoint!
I read this book very slowly because I did not want it to end!
I loved Addy and Killian together! The fight both of them had was indescribable! Their chemistry was out of this world! I love all the sisters, Mama Kerri and all their personalities! I can't wait to see the other sisters stories!
March 18, 2021
Another 5 stars for Audrey Carlan.
As Addison tries to go back to work after being kidnapped and tortured, she continues with the nightmares and triggers from that day. Her first day back modeling, the clicking of the camera triggers an episode.
But the handsome photographer catches her eye. Killian is working on his own traumas and recognizes the pain and sadness in Addison. Be he also notices her “Wild Beauty”
Their photo shoot is short lived when Jonah, her sisters boyfriend shows up with news and hauls her off to Kerrigan House, the home where she and all of her foster sisters grew up in. When she learns there is another madman out there taking the lives of young women who look like her, shocks the family.
Attempting to push their lives forward, Addison still attempts to go to work, however the news they bring to her right before she leaves for her photo shoot keeps her stunned until she is standing in front of Killian again.
Killian’s first look at Addison and he already knew that he wanted Addison. He begins caring for her and protecting her, helping her through dealing with everything going on while they try to hunt down the murderer.
Will Killian and the rest of her family be able to protect Addison from the man who seems obsessed with Her? Or will it all be too late?
Life is beautiful.
Life is Wild.
Life is wildly beautiful!
As Addison tries to go back to work after being kidnapped and tortured, she continues with the nightmares and triggers from that day. Her first day back modeling, the clicking of the camera triggers an episode.
But the handsome photographer catches her eye. Killian is working on his own traumas and recognizes the pain and sadness in Addison. Be he also notices her “Wild Beauty”
Their photo shoot is short lived when Jonah, her sisters boyfriend shows up with news and hauls her off to Kerrigan House, the home where she and all of her foster sisters grew up in. When she learns there is another madman out there taking the lives of young women who look like her, shocks the family.
Attempting to push their lives forward, Addison still attempts to go to work, however the news they bring to her right before she leaves for her photo shoot keeps her stunned until she is standing in front of Killian again.
Killian’s first look at Addison and he already knew that he wanted Addison. He begins caring for her and protecting her, helping her through dealing with everything going on while they try to hunt down the murderer.
Will Killian and the rest of her family be able to protect Addison from the man who seems obsessed with Her? Or will it all be too late?
Life is beautiful.
Life is Wild.
Life is wildly beautiful!
March 24, 2021
Wild Beauty by A. Carlan is book two in her Soul Sisters Series. Every book is about another couple and can easily be read as stand-alone.
Addison Kerrighan is one of seven foster kids who grew up as family. They're still in contact, love each other deeply, a true family.
Addison works as model and is still shaken about what happened in the previous book.
Killian her new photographer is a good guy, honest, loving and he can't stay away from Addy.
WB has a fast paced, action packed storyline, a romance with thriller elements, suspenseful, heart-wrenching, emotional.
A great read, 4,5 stars.
Addison Kerrighan is one of seven foster kids who grew up as family. They're still in contact, love each other deeply, a true family.
Addison works as model and is still shaken about what happened in the previous book.
Killian her new photographer is a good guy, honest, loving and he can't stay away from Addy.
WB has a fast paced, action packed storyline, a romance with thriller elements, suspenseful, heart-wrenching, emotional.
A great read, 4,5 stars.
April 4, 2021
Are you ready for the 2nd installment in the 'Soul Sister' series?. I thought I was, but I was so wrong. Ms. Carlan's Wild Beauty is a brilliant romantic suspense story, full of twists and turns and moments when I held my breath. I thought Addison's (Addy) story may be a little calmer than the first book in the series, because you needed a big box of tissues for Wild Child. But Wild Beauty is as emotional and captivating as Wild Child.
Addy, our beautiful world-famous Plus-size model, thought that life could start to get back to normal after the devasting events in 'This is Wild Child', the book featuring one of Addy's sisters. Now though there is a copycat on the loss and he has his sights set on our very own Addy.
Addy has just started a new photo shot with hunky photographer Killian. There is something very soulful about this guy, that I just can't put my finger on, but he is one guy I would want in my corner. When the drama unfolds, from the moment Addy comes into focus behind the lens, Killian is drawn to her. But he has demons of his own, as a war photographer Killian has seen and taken pictures that will remain with him for life. Maybe it is why these two broken people are drawn to each other. Addy for the first time in her life feels safe when she is with Killian.
As the copycat steps up the game and gets even more brutal, time is running out to find him before he makes his obsession real.
Great that all of Addy's foster sisters and foster mom are included throughout the book.
Addy, our beautiful world-famous Plus-size model, thought that life could start to get back to normal after the devasting events in 'This is Wild Child', the book featuring one of Addy's sisters. Now though there is a copycat on the loss and he has his sights set on our very own Addy.
Addy has just started a new photo shot with hunky photographer Killian. There is something very soulful about this guy, that I just can't put my finger on, but he is one guy I would want in my corner. When the drama unfolds, from the moment Addy comes into focus behind the lens, Killian is drawn to her. But he has demons of his own, as a war photographer Killian has seen and taken pictures that will remain with him for life. Maybe it is why these two broken people are drawn to each other. Addy for the first time in her life feels safe when she is with Killian.
As the copycat steps up the game and gets even more brutal, time is running out to find him before he makes his obsession real.
Great that all of Addy's foster sisters and foster mom are included throughout the book.
April 5, 2021
Wild Beauty is the second in Audrey Carlan's Soul Sisters series, and I am loving this series. Wild Child (the first in the series) kept you on the edge of your seat for the entire novel, and Wild Beauty did the same. This is Addison's story, the plus-sized (ugh, I'm not too fond of that descriptor, but it is what it is) model, and almost a continuation of the previous book.
Once again, someone has become fixated on one of Kerrighan House girls and is making everyone's life unpleasant. Addison has met Killian, a renowned photojournalist who has decided to focus on beauty instead of war. Immediately there is a connection between the two, victims of horror recognizing the pain in the other. Killian immediately does what is necessary to protect and shield Addison. Their story intertwines with the suspense of the novel wonderfully. The suspense keeps you guessing until the end, and the sisters' bond grows stronger. Some bittersweet moments in this book will resonate with those who have read the first book. However, this novel's storyline allows it to be read as a standalone and not miss what is going on. However, missing out on Wild Child would just be sad.
We continue to get to know the sisters of Kerrighan House, and we meet new future heroes for the rest of the series. Blessing's story is one I am particularly looking forward to reading. However, until then, I highly recommend jumping right in with Wild Child and then Wild Beauty; both are true five-star reads filled with family, suspense, steam, romance, and some great dogs!
Once again, someone has become fixated on one of Kerrighan House girls and is making everyone's life unpleasant. Addison has met Killian, a renowned photojournalist who has decided to focus on beauty instead of war. Immediately there is a connection between the two, victims of horror recognizing the pain in the other. Killian immediately does what is necessary to protect and shield Addison. Their story intertwines with the suspense of the novel wonderfully. The suspense keeps you guessing until the end, and the sisters' bond grows stronger. Some bittersweet moments in this book will resonate with those who have read the first book. However, this novel's storyline allows it to be read as a standalone and not miss what is going on. However, missing out on Wild Child would just be sad.
We continue to get to know the sisters of Kerrighan House, and we meet new future heroes for the rest of the series. Blessing's story is one I am particularly looking forward to reading. However, until then, I highly recommend jumping right in with Wild Child and then Wild Beauty; both are true five-star reads filled with family, suspense, steam, romance, and some great dogs!
March 31, 2021
Wild Beauty is book #2 of the Soul Sister, interconnected series. Soul Sisters are sisters not by blood, but by choice. Wild Beauty is Addy’s story. Wild Child was full of laughter and swooning while Wild Beauty has a more of a suspenseful edge to it.
Once again all of the Kerrighan sisters are thrown together as a crisis occurs involving Addy. Being a successful full-figured lingerie and fashion model has its perks. But it can also draw unwanted attention. Addy finds herself on the end of that unwanted attention and things get serious.
Sister solidarity. We may fight, we may bicker, but more than that, we loved one another fiercely.
We are introduced to the fine specimen named Killian Fitzpatrick. That right there needs no other explanation! Killian is every woman’s dream. Hot, hard and holy cow! Like Addy, he too shares a traumatic past as a veteran and war photojournalist. He absolutely checks off all of the boxes as he takes care of Addy and watches over her. Shout out to all of the dog lovers out there because Killian has a giant Rottweiler named Brutus who lightens many of the scenes as Addy’s “other” admirer!
I was connecting with this man on a visceral and emotional level and I hadn’t even tasted his kiss yet.
There is a nice recap of Wild Child and lots of appearances from alpha FBI agents Jonah and Ryan as well as new hot males to drool over!
Wild Beauty is an interesting mix of mystery and thriller. I was a bit surprised at the events, twists and suspense that was woven into the story. I will admit I thought Wild Beauty would have had more of a hero/romantic vibe but it felt a bit heavy and emotional at times.
Audrey Carlan has once again flexed her writing muscles with a great story featuring amazing, strong and interesting women. They all have beautiful qualities both inside and out. I look forward to Wild Spirit, Liliana’s story!
4 stars
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Once again all of the Kerrighan sisters are thrown together as a crisis occurs involving Addy. Being a successful full-figured lingerie and fashion model has its perks. But it can also draw unwanted attention. Addy finds herself on the end of that unwanted attention and things get serious.
Sister solidarity. We may fight, we may bicker, but more than that, we loved one another fiercely.
We are introduced to the fine specimen named Killian Fitzpatrick. That right there needs no other explanation! Killian is every woman’s dream. Hot, hard and holy cow! Like Addy, he too shares a traumatic past as a veteran and war photojournalist. He absolutely checks off all of the boxes as he takes care of Addy and watches over her. Shout out to all of the dog lovers out there because Killian has a giant Rottweiler named Brutus who lightens many of the scenes as Addy’s “other” admirer!
I was connecting with this man on a visceral and emotional level and I hadn’t even tasted his kiss yet.
There is a nice recap of Wild Child and lots of appearances from alpha FBI agents Jonah and Ryan as well as new hot males to drool over!
Wild Beauty is an interesting mix of mystery and thriller. I was a bit surprised at the events, twists and suspense that was woven into the story. I will admit I thought Wild Beauty would have had more of a hero/romantic vibe but it felt a bit heavy and emotional at times.
Audrey Carlan has once again flexed her writing muscles with a great story featuring amazing, strong and interesting women. They all have beautiful qualities both inside and out. I look forward to Wild Spirit, Liliana’s story!
4 stars
#AuthorAudreyCarlan #WildBeauty #WildChild #Romance #AddyAndKillian #Sexy #MustRead #SoulSisters
March 29, 2021
Loved It!!! Wild Beauty is book #2 in the Soul Sisters series. This story focuses on Addison and Killian. In book 1, we met Addison who is a full-figure model. She was kidnapped by a madman who was after one of her foster sisters. Another of her foster sisters, Tabby, rescued her but lost her life in the process. When book two begins, Addison is trying to get back to her life of modeling, but she struggles at first. The clicking of the camera takes her back to her kidnapper taking pictures of her. When her photographer, Killian, lowers the camera so Addy can see his face, something magical happens between them. There’s an instant feeling of attraction, and more importantly, trust that comforts her and gives her the courage to continue. Just as Addy is finishing her shoot, her sisters boyfriend and his partner, who are with the FBI, arrive and inform her that a murder has taken place, and she’s at risk.
Throughout this story, Killian steps up and takes care of Addison. Killian spent 4 years in the Army and ten years as a military photojournalist. He has seen plenty of things that left scars, both mentally and physically, so he understands a lot of what Addy is going through. She’s got her own physical and mental scars from her time with her kidnapper but Killian loves her through it all. Killian, along with her entire foster family, help to give Addy the protection and support that she needs.
I absolutely LOVE this family. Addisons foster mom has such a beautiful soul, and all six of her remaining foster sisters have such an amazing relationship, that you can’t help but fall in love with them all! I look forward to the next books in the series to see what happens with all the other sisters!
Throughout this story, Killian steps up and takes care of Addison. Killian spent 4 years in the Army and ten years as a military photojournalist. He has seen plenty of things that left scars, both mentally and physically, so he understands a lot of what Addy is going through. She’s got her own physical and mental scars from her time with her kidnapper but Killian loves her through it all. Killian, along with her entire foster family, help to give Addy the protection and support that she needs.
I absolutely LOVE this family. Addisons foster mom has such a beautiful soul, and all six of her remaining foster sisters have such an amazing relationship, that you can’t help but fall in love with them all! I look forward to the next books in the series to see what happens with all the other sisters!
April 5, 2021
Wild Beauty captivated me, it took over my life and I really hope I can do book 2 in the Soul Sister Series justice. If you are looking for a beautifully written yet raw and gritty story look no further than this wonderful read.
Addison is trying to get her life back on track but after a traumatic experience she is finding it hard to go back to her career as a model every time Killian clicks his camera she gets a flashback.
The attraction between her and Killian is mutual, they share an intense, sizzling chemistry but the problem is this couple are both carrying so much baggage and when a copycat killer seems on the lose it’s time for them both to deal with the past before they can deal with the present and the future.
Killian is determined to keep Addison safe but at what price.....
This book had me on the edge of my seat, I was drawn in by the depth of the characters and their raw and gritty story. The twists and turns left me feeling and what about that ending.
I guess all that’s left to say is I highly recommend this beautifully written, captivating tale.
Addison is trying to get her life back on track but after a traumatic experience she is finding it hard to go back to her career as a model every time Killian clicks his camera she gets a flashback.
The attraction between her and Killian is mutual, they share an intense, sizzling chemistry but the problem is this couple are both carrying so much baggage and when a copycat killer seems on the lose it’s time for them both to deal with the past before they can deal with the present and the future.
Killian is determined to keep Addison safe but at what price.....
This book had me on the edge of my seat, I was drawn in by the depth of the characters and their raw and gritty story. The twists and turns left me feeling and what about that ending.
I guess all that’s left to say is I highly recommend this beautifully written, captivating tale.
April 5, 2021
Wild Beauty is the 2nd book in Audrey’s Soul Sister Series and I recommend reading this first book to understand where Addison is at in life. I’ve said it about Audrey’s writing countless times, but she has a way of making you feel throughout her books. I highly recommend you put this book/series on your bookshelf!
They say flashbacks from traumatic events can be triggered by anything. This time it’s the flash from Killian Fitzpatrick’s camera that sends Addison back to that horrible place. Pain recognizes pain and Fitz is quick to help Addy back to reality. It was in those moments chemistry started to spark.
It wouldn’t be long before Addison is back in her own personal hell and all the Kerrighan house sisters need protection. Killian offers to be Addison’s personal bodyguard due to his military background. The suspense doesn’t stop with Addy either… there are more victims in this suspense fill book.
They say flashbacks from traumatic events can be triggered by anything. This time it’s the flash from Killian Fitzpatrick’s camera that sends Addison back to that horrible place. Pain recognizes pain and Fitz is quick to help Addy back to reality. It was in those moments chemistry started to spark.
It wouldn’t be long before Addison is back in her own personal hell and all the Kerrighan house sisters need protection. Killian offers to be Addison’s personal bodyguard due to his military background. The suspense doesn’t stop with Addy either… there are more victims in this suspense fill book.
April 3, 2021
Après avoir découvert le premier tome sur Simone, Audrey Carlan nous emmène à la découverte d'Addison Michaels Kerrington. Elle aussi a été accueillie chez Mama Kerrington et le lien entre cette merveilleuse femme et les 7 jeunes femmes qu'elle a adoptées est très fort. De nouvelles épreuves attendent donc nos héroïnes et l'auteur nous plonge dans un romantic suspense palpitant .
un nouveau tome qui a su me conquérir du début à la fin. Même si nous devinons le dénouement final , j'ai aimé suivre cette enquête où l'amour va s'inviter pour redonner un peu de couleurs dans un monde sombre . Notre héroïne devra faire une nouvelle fois preuve d'une incroyable force pour préserver ses proches et peut être trouver l'amour à la fin.
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un nouveau tome qui a su me conquérir du début à la fin. Même si nous devinons le dénouement final , j'ai aimé suivre cette enquête où l'amour va s'inviter pour redonner un peu de couleurs dans un monde sombre . Notre héroïne devra faire une nouvelle fois preuve d'une incroyable force pour préserver ses proches et peut être trouver l'amour à la fin.
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