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From Here To Serenity
’Tis the season to satisfy your holiday desires with this festive sexy story…
Unstoppable real-estate developer Ross Montgomery is under orders to get some holiday R&R. A cruise to Miami on his yacht, “The Serenity,” is the perfect place to start—especially when he meets his new personal chef, Essie Bradford. Between her calming presence, her amazing food, and her delectable beauty, Ross just might develop a taste for the good life. And when the two discover they have a lot in common—including an irresistible attraction—the next course may be a spicy New Year…
Unstoppable real-estate developer Ross Montgomery is under orders to get some holiday R&R. A cruise to Miami on his yacht, “The Serenity,” is the perfect place to start—especially when he meets his new personal chef, Essie Bradford. Between her calming presence, her amazing food, and her delectable beauty, Ross just might develop a taste for the good life. And when the two discover they have a lot in common—including an irresistible attraction—the next course may be a spicy New Year…
122 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 18, 2021
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About the author
K.M. Jackson
26 books484 followersUSA Today bestselling author and native New Yorker Kwana Jackson aka K.M Jackson spent her formative years on the A train where she had two dreams: (1) to be a fashion designer and (2) to be a writer. After spending more than ten years designing women’s sportswear for various fashion houses, Kwana took a leap of faith and decided to pursue her other dream of being a writer. A longtime advocate of equality and diversity in romance (#WeNeedDiverseRomance), Kwana is the mother of twins and currently lives in a suburb of New York with her husband. When not writing she can be found on Twitter @kwanawrites, on Facebook at facebook.com/KmJacksonAuthor, and on her website at www.kmjackson.com.
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January 30, 2022
Lovely!
I randomly found this author and looking forward to reading more of her work. The overall story was sweet and romantic. Themes I saw were another chance at love and taking a chance on personal/individual change or growth.
After the first few chapters I was wishing that the personal feelings of both were held off a bit longer because I thought I was receiving the information quicker than expected….then I remembered that this is a novella and was getting straight to the point. So in the end I don’t think it was rushed at all. Very cute and lovely story.
I also love a white Christmas in New York so hearing that throughout the story painted a pretty picture.
I randomly found this author and looking forward to reading more of her work. The overall story was sweet and romantic. Themes I saw were another chance at love and taking a chance on personal/individual change or growth.
After the first few chapters I was wishing that the personal feelings of both were held off a bit longer because I thought I was receiving the information quicker than expected….then I remembered that this is a novella and was getting straight to the point. So in the end I don’t think it was rushed at all. Very cute and lovely story.
I also love a white Christmas in New York so hearing that throughout the story painted a pretty picture.
November 19, 2021
I picked up 𝐅𝐑𝐎𝐌 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐘 because I wanted a Holiday Romance written by a POC author with two POC leads. Add delicious food and a yaught? SOLD!
There were a lot of really great parts of this book! Essie is a badass chef who is kind and reasonable in the kitchen, but also HANDLES the a**holes found in this male-dominated field. Love that!
And Ross is a workaholic who is trying to change his diet and lifestyle with Essie's help. I loved that he is respectful to his entire staff and he has some great character growth in this book. Reformed Playboy vibes fir the win!
I felt that the relationship aspect of the story was very rushed. After one stolen kiss, Ross and Essie are just kind of instantly a couple. Even in front of the other employees, regardless of the power dynamics at play. I know this is a Novella and that means quick pacing, but lots of time was spent in the build up to that first kiss and then BLAMMO!...seasoned relationship.
𝐅𝐑𝐎𝐌 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐘 is a really good Holiday Novella, especially if you don't mind slightly uneven pacing.
RATING:⭐️⭐️⭐️💫
STEAM LEVEL: Rated R
TRIGGERS: minor encounter with stranger following female lead at night (no violence), panic attack, previous death of parent, child that parent has very limited contact with.
FEELS-O-METER: 2/5 - A bit of drama, but still a pretty light read.
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There were a lot of really great parts of this book! Essie is a badass chef who is kind and reasonable in the kitchen, but also HANDLES the a**holes found in this male-dominated field. Love that!
And Ross is a workaholic who is trying to change his diet and lifestyle with Essie's help. I loved that he is respectful to his entire staff and he has some great character growth in this book. Reformed Playboy vibes fir the win!
I felt that the relationship aspect of the story was very rushed. After one stolen kiss, Ross and Essie are just kind of instantly a couple. Even in front of the other employees, regardless of the power dynamics at play. I know this is a Novella and that means quick pacing, but lots of time was spent in the build up to that first kiss and then BLAMMO!...seasoned relationship.
𝐅𝐑𝐎𝐌 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐘 is a really good Holiday Novella, especially if you don't mind slightly uneven pacing.
RATING:⭐️⭐️⭐️💫
STEAM LEVEL: Rated R
TRIGGERS: minor encounter with stranger following female lead at night (no violence), panic attack, previous death of parent, child that parent has very limited contact with.
FEELS-O-METER: 2/5 - A bit of drama, but still a pretty light read.
👇🏻HANG OUT WITH ME HERE!👇🏻
INSTAGRAM | YEAR OF SMUT CHALLENGE
November 26, 2023
3.5 stars
Cute and quick holiday romance and there's food. I didn't love the male main character as much as I was rooting for the female main character. It was my first time reading from K.M. Jackson and I want to read more from her.
Cute and quick holiday romance and there's food. I didn't love the male main character as much as I was rooting for the female main character. It was my first time reading from K.M. Jackson and I want to read more from her.
November 28, 2021
CW: lots of food, diet, and "health" conversation
December 11, 2021
This was a quick, enjoyable read.
January 10, 2023
3.5 Stars
February 11, 2025
a beautiful quick read
I loved this quick read. Ross is the confident emotionally intelligent and vocal man that many women dream of. I only wish I had more time with them.
I loved this quick read. Ross is the confident emotionally intelligent and vocal man that many women dream of. I only wish I had more time with them.
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