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Boggy Creek Valley #5

Hearts in Motion

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Brighton Rogers thought her life was as normal as normal could be, even better than normal. She has a thriving career as a lawyer in Boston. Friends and family back in her hometown of Boggy Creek love and adore her. And her boyfriend, Luke Morrison, showers her with love and attention, making her life finally feel complete.

But when Brighton discovers what life with a famous actor is all about—her normal life is turned upside down. All this time, Brighton felt that what they shared was genuine, that Luke was her forever; but now she can’t help but wonder if it was all an act. Was she playing a role she had no idea she’d been cast in? So, she does the one thing she can do and runs straight back to the safety of Boggy Creek.

Luke Morrison never imagined he would entertain the thought of leaving behind his successful career as an actor. Not just any actor, one of the top paid actors in Hollywood. But the moment he meets Brighton on a blind date, his life is changed forever. The only problem is balancing his career while attempting to keep his private life just that…private.

When one too many misunderstandings happen because of the press, Brighton breaks up with Luke, causing him to rethink what lies ahead in his future. A future he cannot imagine without Brighton Rogers in it. But Brighton is no ordinary woman and winning her back will force Luke to make one of the biggest sacrifices he’s ever made; one he is positive he can make because a life without Bree in it, is no life at all.

Now, to win back the love of his life and prove to her she is all that matters to him…

316 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 22, 2022

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Kelly Elliott

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Kelly Elliott is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling contemporary romance author. Since finishing her bestselling Wanted series, Kelly continues to spread her wings while remaining true to her roots and giving readers stories rich with hot protective men, strong women and beautiful surroundings.

Her bestselling works include, Wanted, Broken, Without You, and Unconditional Love, to name just a few.

Kelly has been passionate about writing since she was fifteen. After years of filling journals with stories, she finally followed her dream and published her first novel, Wanted, in November of 2012.

Kelly lives in central Texas with her husband, daughter, and two pups. When she’s not writing, Kelly enjoys reading and spending time with her family. She is down to earth and very in touch with her readers, both on social media and at signings.

To find out more about Kelly and her books, you can find her through her website.

www.kellyelliottauthor.com

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Profile Image for Lu Bielefeld .
4,304 reviews644 followers
April 21, 2022
3 ⭐⭐⭐ - OK decent reads.
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“Make sure you’re here at four to pick me up. We have to get Kathleen on the way.” “Kathleen?” Hank repeated in a shocked voice.

“Yes. Laura wants us to show up together, to promote the upcoming film.”

“I’m confused. What if Brighton had said yes?” I shrugged. “I’d planned on meeting her inside. I’d do the walk in with the press with Kathleen and meet Brighton there.

“Bree! Brighton!” I shouted as I made my way through the crowd. Fuck. Fuck. Fuck!

I rubbed at the back of my neck. “She’s twisted…and I think she wants to start another affair.” Bree stumbled back. “What? You’ve slept with her before? When?”

“I can’t do this,” she said. “I cannot stand by and watch the man I love pretend to be with other women for the sake of a fucking movie.
Profile Image for Izzie d.
4,321 reviews362 followers
March 22, 2022
I really liked this book.
Second chance romance, but they haven't been apart very long.
Other woman and man drama, details below.
No intimate scenes other than the Hero and heroine but see spoiler below.
Quite funny in parts, previous couples appear and breadcrumbs dropped for future books in series.


Spoiler possibly for reasons for separation and other woman and man drama.

They split up as she is struggling with his fame. She sees him with his costar, attending a social event and misunderstands the situation.

The Hero takes his costar to a social event. He had invited the heroine but she couldn't make it.
The Hero had planned on having photo op outside with actress then jingle without her.
The actress plots to make it seem more, even attempting a kiss which the heroine sees.

The heroine says she is dating another man and kisses him in front of the Hero when he reappears in her life.
She struggles not to gag during the kiss.

Neither are with anyone else since they met, including during the separation.

HEA.
Epilogue.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Profile Image for Erin Lewis.
6,265 reviews218 followers
March 17, 2022
5 star review Hearts In Motion (Boggy Creek #5) by Kelly Elliott

After one to many miss understandings, Brighton (Bree) Rogers has returned to the one place she feels safe, Boggy Creek, to the friends who will always have her back. She leaves behind her movie star boyfriend Luke Morrison, the man she thought was her forever love.

However all is not as it seems and Luke contemplates leaving the spotlight for the woman he has fallen in love. Can he leave behind the bright lights and the constant pressures that his career brings to their relationship and convince Bree to give him a second chance?

This is the fifth story in the series and it was great to see other familiar faces make an appearance whilst reading. I fell hard and fast for Luke, he was in a tough situation and struggled to balance his career and his love for Bree. She is such a feisty woman and I could easily see her as a friend.

Kelly Elliott’s writing is so descriptive that I could easily see myself in Boggy Creek surrounded by this wonderful group of friends. The story was faced paced and I quickly became invested in this story.
Profile Image for Lina.
703 reviews24 followers
March 22, 2022
This is book number 5 in the "Boggy Creek Valley" series. I don't know what else to say, I just...loved it. Freaking loved it.

I've not read the previous books. I honestly don't know which of them I will read, because I saw that there is some triggers warning in them and for me there is definately some stuff that are to hard for me to read. But anyway, let's continue with this book.

What I really enjoyed was that Kelly Elliott took us back in time to see, how the Bree and Luke first met, how they fell in love and the reason for their break-up. Neither Luke or Bree stopped loving each other during the time their separated. In my opinion, Luke just needed a little push in the right direction and voala 😁.

The story was soo soo good for me. I didn't wanted to finish (for the record - I read the book, within a day) <--- see what I mean...You will love it.

***ARC was received by the author and Grey's Promotion for my honest opinion.***
Profile Image for Izzie d.
4,321 reviews362 followers
March 22, 2022
I really liked this book.
Second chance romance, but they haven't been apart very long.
Other woman and man drama, details below.
No intimate scenes other than the Hero and heroine but see spoiler below.
Quite funny in parts, previous couples appear and breadcrumbs dropped for future books in series.


Spoiler possibly for reasons for separation and other woman and man drama.

They split up as she is struggling with his fame. She sees him with his costar, attending a social event and misunderstands the situation.

The Hero takes his costar to a social event. He had invited the heroine but she couldn't make it.
The Hero had planned on having photo op outside with actress then jingle without her.
The actress plots to make it seem more, even attempting a kiss which the heroine sees.

The heroine says she is dating another man and kisses him in front of the Hero when he reappears in her life.
She struggles not to gag during the kiss.

Neither are with anyone else since they met, including during the separation.

HEA.
Epilogue.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Profile Image for Amy .
3,144 reviews
March 22, 2022
“The moment my mouth covered hers, I knew everything was going to change. My life was about to get very complicated, and I was going to turn Brighton Rogers’s world upside down.”

“The way he made me feel, the way he kissed me back. It was like he was giving me his soul. And I greedily took it while I gave my own to him as well.”

“I have a feeling that love–true love–the kind that makes your breath catch in your throat and your heart feel like it’s in a free fall, only comes into our life once. Don’t let it slip through your fingers.”

Brighton and Luke’s story consumed me from the very beginning. This book was everything I could ask for in a swoon-worthy, small-town romance!

Hearts in Motion is the 5th book in the Boggy Creek Series but can be read and enjoyed as a standalone novel. When we first meet up with Brighton, she’s returned home with a broken heart. The last thing she expected was to see the love of her life show up in her hometown. You see, a misunderstanding rocked their foundation to its core, leaving them both heartbroken. Now, Luke is a man on a mission. His mission is to win back the woman he loves, no matter what it takes…

Hearts in Motion is my absolute favorite in this series so far. I was hooked on Luke and Brighton from their very first encounter. The feisty Brighton was just what Luke needed in his life. Brighton never held back and always spoke her mind. And for a man like Luke, it was refreshing. I loved the way the two of them were brought together. The sparks were instant and their chemistry contagious. Despite their fears of being in a relationship, Brighton and Luke were helpless to stay away from one another.

The road to happily ever after definitely wasn’t an easy one for Brighton and Luke. Mistakes were made and words were said that broke their hearts. As sad as it made me, this gave Luke the opportunity to really examine his life and see what really mattered the most. I really enjoyed watching these two navigate their way through all the ups and downs a relationship and fame can put you through.

In the end, Hearts in Motion was just the small-town romance I was looking for. The characters captured my heart and demanded that I read their story in just a single sitting. I can’t get enough of the Boggy Creek community and Brighton’s mom was no exception. She was exactly what you would expect of a small-town mom, who just wanted the best for her family and I just adored her.

If you’re looking for a small-town romance that is consuming, swoon-worthy, and destined to leave you with all the feels, look no further. Hearts in Motion is just the book you’ve been waiting for. I hope you’ll fall head over heels for this story and these characters as I have.

*I was provided an ARC copy of this book, in exchange for an honest review*
Profile Image for Margo.
2,115 reviews129 followers
May 4, 2022
I don't like romances where the hero is an actor or musician because it means that the heroine is going to have to tolerate groupies and love scenes and publicity shots and all sorts of things that are going to imply that that the hero is involved with other women. That is not my idea of a happy ending.

Despite that, I like this book. That should tell you something. The h is tough yet vulnerable, and the H has great follow-through.
Profile Image for Ellie.
546 reviews162 followers
March 25, 2022
Soft porn, a stupid woman in her 30's who plays games like she's a teenager and two grown ass adults who think fucking takes the place of actual communication. And guys who sound and behave like women.
Thank you, no.
Next...
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Profile Image for Sylviane BM.
374 reviews5 followers
March 22, 2022
Dans ce 5ème opus de la série Boggy Creek Valley, on s'interresse enfin à Brighton et son histoire d'amour avec un acteur célèbre.
Le roman se divise en 2 parties: le passé et le présent.

On va découvrir comment Brighton, jeune avocate va rencontrer Luke, au cours d'une soirée.
Brighton travaille pour le père de Luke. Son travail lui prend tout son temps et elle n'a pas le temps pour d'autres activités. Et lorsqu'elle rencontre Luke, elle ne sait rien de lui. Elle ne sait pas qu'il est célèbre, qu'il a gagné deux oscars.
Pour elle, il est juste Luke.
Et pour Luke, c'est rafraichissant.
Le courant passe très vite et une relation amoureuse s'installe.

Et pourtant, tous les deux ne veulent pas s'afficher. Lui comme il est acteur il ne veut pas que sa relation s'affiche dans les tabloids et il la protège d'une certaine manière. Même elle n'a rien dit à ses amis, à sa famille.

Le conte de fée est parfait, ils vivent dans leur bulle dès qu'ils se voient mais la réalité les frappe de plein fouet lorsqu'on le voit en compagnie d'autres femmes, des actrices.

Brighton va faire un choix. Un choix très difficile. Elle ne peut pas supporter cela. Elle qui ne voulait pas être jalouse, elle, qui ne veut pas savoir s'il joue ou non la comédie avec ces partenaires. Et puis elle ne veut pas que sa vie soit aussi étalée au grand jour.

Quant à Luke, il devra prendre la décision la plus importante de sa vie: sa carrière ou la femme qu'il aime.
Est-il prêt à tout sacrifier par amour?
Pour la reconquérir la tâche s'annonce rude. Mais il a presque toutes les cartes en mains. Il va découvrir ce que c'est de vivre dans une petite ville. Les ragots vont plus vite que la presse.
Quant à Brighton, elle a le soutien de ses amis.

Je suis mitigée quant à ma lecture. La reconquête se fait un peu trop vite. Alors oui elle l'aime, ils s'aiment mais cela passe trop vite. C'est dommage. Ils ne sont pas vus depuis plusieurs mois et on a l'impression que tout peut se pardonner. Parfois on a l'impression que Luke ne comprend pas Brighton dans son choix. Certes elle aussi voulait garder leur relation secrète. Mais j'ai eu l'impression qu'il ne voulait pas brûler les étapes en insistant un peu plus et en la comprenant. Pour lui, c'est facile de faire semblant, mais pas pour elle.

Enfin, c'est une romance classique de seconde chance
Profile Image for WycEd Reader.
2,384 reviews39 followers
March 22, 2022


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Reviews by the Wicked Reads Review Team

Shannan – ☆☆☆☆
HEARTS IN MOTION is the fifth installment in the Boggy Creek Valley series. It can be read as a standalone, but you should read it in the order the author intended to get the full effects of the series.

Brighton Rogers never expected to be in love with an actor. When she met her boss's son at their Christmas party, she instantly felt an attraction to him. After spending an unforgettable weekend with him, she finds out he's a very famous actor. Brighton wants to keep her private life private and at first, she enjoys sneaking around to be with Luke. After a year, she hates being on the sidelines and ends the relationship, going back to her family in Boggy Creek.

Luke (Walters) Morrison fell in love with Brighton that night at the Christmas party. He never wanted her to be stalked and harassed because of him, so keeping her a secret was the right thing to do at the time. When she sees his co-star kiss him at an event and ends the relationship, he knows he has to do everything in his power to get her back.

Luke and Brighton had an insta-love relationship bubble that they were so afraid of losing but never lost the love they had for each other. I enjoyed seeing how the relationship played out, seeing how close-lipped Brighton was in the other books regarding her time in Boston. Luke wasn't as swoony as some of the others in the series but still a great character.

I can't wait to see what's next for Kyle!

Reviewers received a free copy of this book to read and review for Wicked Reads.

Wicked Reads Review Team
Profile Image for Flavs is Mrs David Gandy♥~♥’.
3,446 reviews2 followers
March 22, 2022
I love coming back to this town. I loved all of the previous stories and has been waiting for Brightons story.

Brighton was returning a favor for her boss by being his sons date. And when she meets Luke Morrison she is the most surprised by her attraction to him. She soon finds out that he is so much more than she thought... Luke Morrison is a famous actor...

Luke Morrison was infatuated with Brighton Rogers from the moment he met her. She was so different from all the other women he has met and the more time he spends with her the more he falls in love with this fiesty independent women. But nothing lasts forever. His career and his fame is ruining the best thing that has ever happened to him. How will he convince her that he wants her more than his career??

I loved Brighton from the first book and was looking forward to her story. And I thoroughly enjoyed this one☺ I loved Luke. He was exactly what Brighton needed in her life. I was sorry that he was stuck between the women he loved and his career. Even when things wasn't going their way both of them never stopped loving each other. I was in love with this story from beginning to end and didn't want it to end. 💖 I can't wait for Kyle's story☺☺ Hope it's not a long one💖☺
Another winner Kelly Elliott💖

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Profile Image for Jackie Wright.
6,604 reviews139 followers
March 18, 2022
Another visit to the wonderful town and Boggy Creek and another couple to fall in love with, this time it’s Brighton (Bree) Rogers and Luke Morrison’s journey.
Bree has moved home to Boggy Creek, to her safe haven and to the friends that will always be in her corner but moving home meant leaving her movie star boyfriend Luke behind. Problem is Luke doesn’t want to be left behind but can he leave the world of acting and make Bree give him a chance to prove he wants her first before any career….
I loved everything about this book, I fell for Luke big time and I adored Bree, it was wonderful to catch up with faces the past but what took this book to another level was the determination and love that Luke had when it came to winning the love of his life back. Boggy Creek is one of my favourite towns and I always love my visits catching up with the residents and I have to say no one writes small town romance like Kelly Elliott, she paints pictures with her words and she makes the characters feel like friends so I guess all need to say is please one click this gem of a read, you won’t be disappointed.
Profile Image for Julie Kirby.
921 reviews13 followers
March 24, 2022
Kelly Elliott just has a way of drawing you in, and keeping you there, meeting and falling in love with the characters.

You already feel like one of the gang! and whilst the Brighton we met in the previous books was loud and proud and not afraid of much, she had a rare vulnerability about her, which becomes apparant in her and Luke's story.

I loved meeting Luke, as it was for everyone else, the first time. He was a catch all right, but such a shame they needed to keep it a secret, but then again we wouldn't have had this fabulous story!

A story of First Love, and second chances, it was lovely to see how it all panned out for them both. I loved Bree's mum Joanne and her Dad Roy, they are such lovely people and it must have hurt to not have been able to share Bree moving on with her life with Luke, and I'm sure when they do have their 'wedding' it will be just as heart felt and as beautiful as the previous weddings in this truly wonderful small town, but sexy romance series.

I can't wait to get Kyle's book, and see what unfolds there.

Kelly Elliott is always a GOTO author for me, she manages to get me out of a reading funk when I need it!
Profile Image for Melinda.
2,144 reviews20 followers
April 15, 2022
Have to say Brighton Rogers is not what I expected yet she totally won me over. Kelly Elliott has a way of bringing this town to life and boy do we see it through Brighton's eyes. We see her as a city girl yet in her heart she yearns for the quiet, simple life of Boggy Creek making her wonder why she ever left. Then we have Luke Morrison who has had his fame and now just wants to live a normal life. In a way it seems like a Hallmark movie between these one deciding about his future and what has become and the small town girl he cannot forget. These two are in many ways the same yet afraid to really take the jump which just makes me root for them more. They definitely have their ups and downs but man the Paparazzi has nothing compared to the gossip town of Boggy Creek especially Brighton's parents. Hillarious the way they go trying to figure out these two. Cannot believe this is book 5 in this series seems like we just started and now were at this point. One thing about Kelly Elliott that always gets me in her books is how much love her characters have for each other that not even Hollywood can break that love. Loved it.

"I received an eBook copy from the publisher for the purpose of an honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own."
Profile Image for Stacey(TotalBookAddicts).
655 reviews57 followers
March 29, 2022
Kelly just keeps releasing these books and I just keep on reading and loving them.

This is the fifth book in this series. I think if you want to start this book it would be good to start with the first book and read them in order. That way you know everyone's story. But you really don't have to.

The story is about Brighton and Luke. I swear I would these two so much and they're so darn great together. They're both so perfect and great together it's unreal. The banter is brilliant between them and the chemistry is wowzers.

I love all the characters from each book in this series but I think this couple are my top favourites. The story just had me either laughing or crying sad and happy tears. I want to live in Boggy Creek lol.

When reading Kelly's books she just knows how to make her characters loveable and she sucks you in with the story.
Profile Image for Mel (whilemelwasreading).
1,339 reviews121 followers
March 20, 2022
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "The moment my mouth covered hers, I knew everything was going to change. My life was about to get very complicated, and I was going to turn Brighton Rodgers's world upside down. The problem was, I wanted her too much to care about anything but being with her."

What You'll Find:
✔️Smalltown Romance
✔️Celebrity
✔️Secret Relationship
✔️Insta Connection
✔️All The Feels
✔️Dual POV

And just like that, Kelly Elliott has done it again, making Hearts of Motion my new favorite. Making me love this series even more than I thought possible.

When Brighton and Luke meet on a blind date they connect right away. And suddenly one weekend turns into a year long distance relationship in secret. When Brighton finally discovers what life with a famous actor is really like she ends it, leaving everything behind, and running to the comfort of friends and family in her hometown Boggy Creek. Luke isn't ready to let her go, but winning her back will force him to rethink his life goals and make sacrifices he's never considering making.

I was absolutely captured from the start by this story. Brie is so full of spark. She is who she is and says what she thinks. I loved her. And Luke is a bit on the reserved side, while still being flirty and sexy. These two will heat up your kindle. And I loved every moment of it. There are some time jumps in this story in the beginning, so it feels a bit instant love-ish. While it is not, I did feel like the getting to know each other stage was a bit absent. But honestly I loved them and their connection so much, I did not care one bit. Or feel like I was missing anything. I rooted for them. And loved watching their story unfold.

There's so much heart and charm in this story. There's emotion, steam and even some fantastic LOL moments. I adore this town and group of friends the author has created. I want to be a part of this crew. If you haven't checked out this series yet, here is your sign to do so. And the sneak peek of the blurb for Kyle's story in the end, who absolutely shined in this story by the way... omg. I can not wait!!! It's going to be fantastic. Read this book and series!

*I received an ARC from the author via Grey's Promo in exchange for my honest review.
Profile Image for Liz.
3,731 reviews64 followers
March 22, 2022
We finally get Bree’s story in Hearts in Motion by Kelly Elliott, part of her Boggy Creek Valley series. This is book 5, however, each book can be read as a standalone, though I would suggest reading every book in this series. Here we have Brighton, Bree, and Luke’s story. Bree is successful, smart and living her best life. She loves her boyfriend Luke, but a relationship with a famous actor is harder than she ever imagined. But Luke is ready to fight for her. I loved him. He is caring, charming and sweet.

When Bree goes home to find comfort, Luke follows. Can they find their way back to each other? Luke is determined to do just this, but can he show Bree they are meant to be before it’s too late? I loved their chemistry and interactions. They were just so good together, but could they survive so much outside noise? I loved their journey and could not stop reading!

Happy reading!
Profile Image for BP34.
6,322 reviews48 followers
January 31, 2022
This was a great book that drew me in right at the beginning. Be warned that it's hard to put down and it won't take you long to get caught up in Brighton and Luke's romance. Talk about a roller coaster. He knows she's the one but he's a famous actor and has no privacy. That takes a toll on her romance and causes her to end things. His life is not complete without her and he considers giving us his career so he can win her back. This book will grab you emotionally as you struggle with them. Great characters and an engaging story line. I read an arc and voluntarily chose to write a review.
Profile Image for Julie Booklover.
2,155 reviews105 followers
March 23, 2022
I have loved every female in this series; each has her own brand of special. Brighton has always been my absolute favorite, I love her sass, heart, and strength. We know Brighton has secrets, and now we learn what they are. She also has dreams, but are they in Boston or Boggy Creek?

We also get a tease for the future; know who falls next.

Thank you to the Author for the advanced copy; this is my voluntary review.
Profile Image for Jennie Fortna.
2,586 reviews29 followers
March 23, 2022
ARC for honest review with no compensation Received by Greys PR

Hearts in Motion is book 5 in the Boggy Creek Valley series by Kelly Elliott an a second chance story.

From start to finish we see Bree Rogers and Luke Morrison’s story of people belonging to two different worlds, having lots in common, sparks abound, being together but in secret, then having it all crash down…can these two find their way back to each other? Discover what is really important or will it all crumble apart…read on to find out!!

Well written, catching up with Boggy Creek friends, sparks, life turned upside down and so much more. If you haven’t read this series you are missing out!
Profile Image for Larissa Rye.
1,399 reviews18 followers
March 19, 2022
I’ve loved Bree every since we first met her & after reading her story I only love her more. I couldn’t have picked a better guy for her than Luke. I really enjoyed getting to go back & learn how their love story started. It wasn’t what I was expecting either. But I could tell right away these two were perfect for each other, the instant chemistry & love at first sight made for such a sweet read. Plus not only was it sweet but it also made me giggle at times. I can’t wait for Kyle’s story since he’s been a favourite for me just like Bree was. Although I’m not ready for this series to end.
Profile Image for Maria (Ri).
5,159 reviews16 followers
April 11, 2022
4 stars

Another great addition to this series. I liked the characters and the fact that they knew that love was work and that communication was key. Of course, they realized this after they ended before coming back to reconnect.

I'll keep saying this until I am blue in the face, never judge a book by the cover because this cute little house on the cover is anything but sweet and wholesome. There is steam and a beautiful story just waiting for you.
Profile Image for Kaitie.
1,139 reviews35 followers
February 12, 2022
I’ve adored Brighton since we first met her. She speaks her mind and has no filter and I freaking love it. This story was everything! Like is everything! I fell hard and fast for this book and couldn’t put it down. I love visiting Boggy Creek and I can’t wait to visit again soon!
Profile Image for Donna Mcaleer.
643 reviews3 followers
March 27, 2022
Hearts in Motion

This was my favorite book in the Boggy Creek Valley series as I love Bree. The love story is deep and I loved their interactions. Will he give up his entire career for love? Highly recommend you read this book, it is a great one!
Profile Image for Michele.
2,268 reviews
March 29, 2022
Actual Rating: 4.5 Stars
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An unputdownable, sweeping romance that had me laughing out loud as much as it had my heart going out to this couple, Hearts in Motion was yet another stellar addition to Kelly Elliott’s Boggy Creek Valley series.

I had a ridiculous amount of fun reading Bree and Luke’s second chance romance. From the first time we saw Bree in the series, I knew there was some hidden pain, something she’d been through, that made her the feisty person she showed the world who deflected all personal questions. And while it wasn’t anything as traumatic as Abby in She’s the One or Bella in Surrender to Me, Bree’d had her heart broken, for sure. This book explained the whole situation... Read More
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1,722 reviews23 followers
March 22, 2022
Omgggggg the best so far!!!! Brighton and Luke were everything. Blind date setup by his parents lol turned into the most amazing love story. Brighton was so different from the women Luke dated and he was instantly attracted to her. These two together were perfect but when they left their bubble things started getting difficult. Luke didn’t fight hard enough for her but he had some changes he wanted to make before coming back for her. She was so heartbroken and returned home. The guys all had her back when Luke returned but they saw he was harmless and actually welcomed him into their group. Her and Kyle were hilarious and showed that their friendship was solid. As always there was some very funny moment’s especially with Candace but overall the gang loved Luke and he was able to win back Brighton. Loved it!!
Profile Image for Kathleen  Lemke (Kathy Page).
634 reviews5 followers
April 24, 2022
My rating: 4 stars

What I liked: I liked Brighton(h) and how she just said what she felt with no filter. She had me laughing. I also loved how Luke(H) gave up acting for Brighton

What I didn’t like: I really liked this book but by the end it dragged a little. It would of been awesome if we had a little bit more of ow drama. Still a solid 4 stars for me :)

Descriptive Sex: yes

Major Spoilers/ Details/Triggers: h is a lawyer and because her boss helps her, she is asked to be a blind date for his son at the company’s party. When h meets the H she thinks he is gay but finds out otherwise. H is an actor and likes that the h doesn’t know him. They hit it off right away and start a relationship. H and h keep it a secret because of the H is in the public eye. During one of his away times H is photo with ow coming out of a hotel. h tries to get a hold of him but is unable to. H comes back to find h at his place and he explains that they were having a meeting and that his phone went missing. h understands and they continue their relationship. H introduces h to his half brother but the h still hasn’t told her parents. They also make sure they stay out of the spot light. H asks h to attend a party (it would be their first party with famous people and announcing that they are a couple). h is unable to go. H goes with the same ow that he was photo from earlier because they are filming a movie together and showing up together helps with getting press for the film. h shows up and sees the ow and H together. Ow is all over the H, they dance together and ow kisses H. H sees the h run out of the party and he goes after her. She refuses to talk to him. H shows up at her job and tries to explain that he didn’t kiss ow and he pushed her away. When h asked about his phone because she texted him, he said ow must have seen her text and staged the whole thing because ow wants him back. h didn’t know that ow and H had a sexual history and tells him that she isn’t ok with that and asked him to leave. H leaves and stays away to gets things in order to quit acting. h quits the law firm and returns home. H shows up because they are finishing up the movie and he wants the h back. h pretends she is dating om (who is just a friend). h realizing that she still loves the H agrees to talk to him. They talk and H tells h that he is giving up acting and the movie that he is finishing up is his last movie. H and h get back together and get married. HEA

Final thoughts: I really did enjoy this book. Famous H with normal h that keep their relationship a secret is one of my favorite tropes. I will definitely go back and read more of this series.




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March 8, 2022
Kelly Elliott has done it again! She continues to deliver incredibly written love stories. I absolutely loved Hearts in Motion the fifth book in the Boggy Creek Valley series! Hearts in Motion is a wonderful love story, filling me with a rollercoaster of emotions and I could not put it down. I loved every moment on every page. I love the incredible second chance love story, the setting, and the amazing characters! Kelly Elliott definitely does not disappoint her readers with all the feels in Hearts in Motion and has once again delivered an amazing story filled with everything that I have come to love about her books. She has once again provided her readers with the amazing characters, that I have come to love and expect in her books, they feel like family! Who doesn't love hot sexy men, strong, passionate females, big loving families, and caring friends, who always support each other? I love how Kelly develops her characters in such a way that you fall in love with them and care about them much like a good friend. I love how Kelly Elliott always manages to create the "perfect" heroine, who is a strong, sassy woman on her own, to balance out the sexy, swoon worthy man. Kelly Elliott continues to deliver all that and so much more. Another favorite part of her book is how she incorporates the picture on the cover of the book into the love story. I am not sure how she does it, but Kelly Elliott has once again given her readers another remarkable book. I love that Kelly chooses dialogue that stays true to her characters. Hearts in Motion is filled with all the heartbreaking and heartwarming moments and plot twists, that I have come to love and expect in a Kelly Elliott love story, I especially loved the poignant and bittersweet moments that filled this page turner. Kelly Elliott continues to prove that she is an incredible storyteller. I love that she writes her stories in the first person from the perspective of the main characters. I love getting inside their minds and knowing their thoughts and how they really feel. My favorite moments in Hearts in Motion are the lighter moments where I found myself smiling and laughing out loud. I also love the parts that pull at my heartstrings and cause me to sigh, as I read the heartbreaking moments. Hearts in Motion is filled with such moments and so much more. Hearts in Motion is a second chance love story between Brighton “Bree” Rogers, a family law attorney for Morrison, Becker, and Gline in Boston and Luke Morrison, a famous actor, who goes by the name Luke Walters. When Mitch Morrison helps Bree set up golf for Aiden, Hunter, Kyle, Bishop and Adam at the Lakewood Country Club, the day of Willa and Aiden’s rehearsal dinner, he wants Bree to be his son’s date for the annual private Christmas party for Morrison, Becker and Gline. Neither her assistant Wendy nor Bree know anything about Mitch’s son Luke, other than he lives in LA and works in the entertainment industry. Luke is immediately attracted to Bree when he is introduced to his date, and things quickly heat up between them. He reveals his true identity to Bree, and they begin spending more time together. Conversation between Luke and Bree flows so easily, I love that both Bree and Luke share secrets with one another that they have not shared with anyone before. As they continue to date Bree is unhappy with always arriving at locations separately from Luke, but he doesn’t want the media to find out Bree’s identity, and harass her, while writing lies about them. I enjoyed all the plot twists that threatened to disrupt their relationship, with Bree resigning from the law firm and moving back home to Boggy Creek. Bree does not reveal to anyone her year long relationship with Luke, not her parents or any of her friends. I love when both Luke and Bree get real with their true feelings for one another and open up to each other in the emotionally charged dialogue that transpires between the two of them. I love everything that Luke was willing to do to have a relationship with Bree. I love when Bree proves to herself how strong a woman she is. My favorite part is the ending of their wonderful love story, and that each of their dreams came true. I also loved the friendship between Willa, Abby, Greer, Bella, Candace, and Bree, they proved to Bree that she could count on them. Who doesn’t love family and friends that always have each other’s backs? Hearts in Motion was an amazing love story; I am so glad that Bree and Luke got the happily ever after, I especially loved their wedding rings. I loved all the surprises that filled the pages of this love story. I love all the changes that Bree and Luke willingly make to have a life together in Boggy Creek Valley. I love the surprises that Luke accomplishes to prove he is committed to a life with Bree, even when they were not together. I love all the characters in this series, and the descriptions of the setting in Boggy Creek Valley. It was delightful catching up with the other characters in the Boggy Creek Valley series, it felt like a family reunion and getting to spend time with close friends. I loved Hearts in Motion how it hints to the identity of the couple in the next book, cannot wait to read Kyle’s story. Hearts in Motion is an incredibly written love story, and I loved every moment. Highly recommend this beautifully written story.
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March 22, 2022
This reader has been so excited to read Brighton's story!!! Hearts in Motion is the upcoming release for author Kelly Elliott in her Boggy Creek Valley Series. Oh my heart...it was well worth the wait!

This series has given us a host of strong female and male characters. They have forged bonds that go beyond friendship. Together they have suffered loss, heartbreak and love. These unbreakable bonds have led to such amazing story lines and characters. This author writes their stories so beautifully you find yourself invested in the books and journey each couple makes to their happily-ever-after!

Brighton Rogers "Bree" has been a character that we have read about through out the Boggy Creek Valley series. Her relationship with both the female and male characters has had this reader literally crying as well as many moments of laughing aloud!!!! She is just a hoot!! Brighton does not shy away from telling it like it is! A lawyer, who is tough, independent and never falls to speak her mind.....she is that friend you would always want in your corner. She has watched as her friends as they have found that one true love. In her heart, she too longs for that life. A simple life. Simple does not factor in when Luke Morrison walks into her life.

Workaholic Brighten has no clue who Luke Morrison really is. No clue that this gorgeous man, is a well known actor. Luke loves the idea that to Brighten, he is just a man. Balancing the life of an actor and lawyer....trying to maintain a 'quiet' relationship doesn't factor in for these two. The sneaking around to keep their relationship out of the lime light makes Brighton question Luke's true feelings. Sadly Brighton questions where does she fit into this life with Luke?h it becomes too much and she does the only thing she can, she tells him its over and retreats back to the safety of Boggy Creek Valley. The place that has always brought her peace and to the friends and family she loves.

What she doesn't realize is that Luke is too questioning where their relationship fits into his life as an actor. Luke is willing to sacrifice everything to continue to build his life with Brighton. He worries if he has waited to long....if her love for him is still as strong as the love he still has for her? Brighton is getting ready to find out that you cannot run from love. You have to stand and fight for it. Luke has made his decision, plans are in motion and he is laying it all on the line.

Will Brighton see what is truly in his heart...not the man the press tries to make him out to be?

What I love about this author is she knows how to write strong female and male characters who aren't afraid to show that love is trusting another to guard and hold tight to that softer side. I have loved each of the characters in this series. The banter between characters, I LOVE it. Especially the relationship between Bree and Kyle. Author Kelly Elliott is just amazing. She isn't afraid to tackle sensitive subject matter as we have read in previous books in the series. You open one of Kelly Elliott's books and its like inviting a host of friends into your home!!


Kudos Kelly Elliott on another amazing book! NOW.....I cannot wait to for Kyle's book!!!!
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