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Madox & Sophie: Tell Me to Stay
From USA Today bestselling author, Willow Winters, comes a seductive and emotionally captivating second-chance romance.
It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
175 pages, Paperback
First published December 4, 2018
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Willow started writing after having her little girl, Evie, December 2015. All during her pregnancy with Evie she continued to read and she only wanted to read romance. She was reading a book a day — sometimes two.
In January 2016 Willow was staying up late with Evie and just thinking of all these stories. They came to her constantly so she finally sat down and just started writing. She always wanted to do it so she figured, why not? Today Willow cannot be happier for making that decision!
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Willow started writing after having her little girl, Evie, December 2015. All during her pregnancy with Evie she continued to read and she only wanted to read romance. She was reading a book a day — sometimes two.
In January 2016 Willow was staying up late with Evie and just thinking of all these stories. They came to her constantly so she finally sat down and just started writing. She always wanted to do it so she figured, why not? Today Willow cannot be happier for making that decision!
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May 15, 2019
"When the Three of Swords appears in a Tarot reading, obvious pain surrounds you. It’s the card of heartbreak, the card that symbolizes betrayal. The Three of Swords is - simply put - the card of grieving."
Sophie and Madox's relationship is complicated to the extreme. What they have is deep. It transcends time in some aspects. This couple has run the gamut of emotions in their relationship. It's surface in some places, only seeing what they want you to see, and completely heart breakingly raw in others. These characters will make you angry at their antics, and cry at their pain, then rejoice in their love. This book is everything the Three Of Swords is supposed to be, and you will not be disappointed.
"Not everyone believes in reverse meanings, but I do. When the Three of Swords is dealt downward, it no longer means grieving, it no longer means pain. The Three of Swords in reverse signifies the releasing of suffering, and that forgiveness is yours to take."
Sophie and Madox's relationship is complicated to the extreme. What they have is deep. It transcends time in some aspects. This couple has run the gamut of emotions in their relationship. It's surface in some places, only seeing what they want you to see, and completely heart breakingly raw in others. These characters will make you angry at their antics, and cry at their pain, then rejoice in their love. This book is everything the Three Of Swords is supposed to be, and you will not be disappointed.
"Not everyone believes in reverse meanings, but I do. When the Three of Swords is dealt downward, it no longer means grieving, it no longer means pain. The Three of Swords in reverse signifies the releasing of suffering, and that forgiveness is yours to take."
December 9, 2018
Title: ➳ ❤- Cards of Love: Three of Swords
Author: ➳ Willow Winters
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
ღ To say that Sophie & Madox relationship is complicated is putting it mildly….Madox & Sophie has been through so much together & individually.
➦ Sophie was offer amazing job at Candor designs as a branding advisor. It had been years since Sophie was in New York & just as long since she had seen Madox. But doesn’t not mean she hadn’t thought about him in that time
➦Madox is rich, sexy & most of all dominant. Madox once let Sophie walk away, he has grown & change over the years & he goanna make damn sure that he won’t make that mistake again by letting Sophie slip away.
There are so many secrets between these two, so many mistakes made. So much push & pull, Ms Winters never writes submissive female characters… Well at in the way you are thinking haha
♥●•I loved the book. It was addictive … Great second chance … this was short, but amazing read… So many elements to this story that I can’t describe … you may only experience them by reading the book
► one way to find out how the story play out, is to “one click” this book & find out for yourself
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➦📚 Hope you enjoy this read & also always keep in mind this is just my opinion & my honest review 💕
➦ 💕 would I recommend this book: Hell Yes.
➦ 💕 I received an EXCLUSIVE copy of this book in exchange for my honest review of it. 💕
💕 . .**This has not influenced my review.* **
💕 ✎Paulette Review ❤💕
Author: ➳ Willow Winters
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
ღ To say that Sophie & Madox relationship is complicated is putting it mildly….Madox & Sophie has been through so much together & individually.
➦ Sophie was offer amazing job at Candor designs as a branding advisor. It had been years since Sophie was in New York & just as long since she had seen Madox. But doesn’t not mean she hadn’t thought about him in that time
➦Madox is rich, sexy & most of all dominant. Madox once let Sophie walk away, he has grown & change over the years & he goanna make damn sure that he won’t make that mistake again by letting Sophie slip away.
There are so many secrets between these two, so many mistakes made. So much push & pull, Ms Winters never writes submissive female characters… Well at in the way you are thinking haha
♥●•I loved the book. It was addictive … Great second chance … this was short, but amazing read… So many elements to this story that I can’t describe … you may only experience them by reading the book
► one way to find out how the story play out, is to “one click” this book & find out for yourself
-------------------------- Happy Reading ---------
➦📚 Hope you enjoy this read & also always keep in mind this is just my opinion & my honest review 💕
➦ 💕 would I recommend this book: Hell Yes.
➦ 💕 I received an EXCLUSIVE copy of this book in exchange for my honest review of it. 💕
💕 . .**This has not influenced my review.* **
💕 ✎Paulette Review ❤💕
December 4, 2018
Chasing A Second Chance At Love, Life and Feeling Whole
A heated emotional tug of war, Ms. Winters takes us on Madox and Sophie's blood pumping rollercoaster of soul searching, frustrating feels, hearts on the floor forgiveness, and love mending ride.
I was so engrossed in the characters; I swear the pages swiped themselves!
Beautifully written, this is a spectacular addition to the Cards Of Love stories - I highly suggest checking this one out for yourself!
A heated emotional tug of war, Ms. Winters takes us on Madox and Sophie's blood pumping rollercoaster of soul searching, frustrating feels, hearts on the floor forgiveness, and love mending ride.
I was so engrossed in the characters; I swear the pages swiped themselves!
Beautifully written, this is a spectacular addition to the Cards Of Love stories - I highly suggest checking this one out for yourself!
i-give-up
February 24, 2021DNF@22%
My #5 unfinished book this month. That's it. I'm taking a break 😭
My #5 unfinished book this month. That's it. I'm taking a break 😭
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December 5, 2018Here’s what you need to know:
This a second chance romance.
It’s short, sexy, and sweet.
Reed Madox is the shit.
I want more!!!
****BETA READ****
This a second chance romance.
It’s short, sexy, and sweet.
Reed Madox is the shit.
I want more!!!
****BETA READ****
December 6, 2018
If you are looking for a second chance romance that will leave you fully invested in the outcome, this is the book for you. The characters were great and really made you feel their struggles; the storyline just moved right along making it easy to stay hooked and the HEA was everything that I hoped for, but the struggle was real getting there.
Sophie and Madox have had a on again and off again relationship for years before she walked away, but neither of them expected the pain that would accompany the distance. Now years later they are back in the same city with a mountain of misunderstandings between them. Nothing will stop him from convincing her that forever is their only option, will she agree or continue to fight against him?
Grab your copy today and get lost in this amazing story!
Sophie and Madox have had a on again and off again relationship for years before she walked away, but neither of them expected the pain that would accompany the distance. Now years later they are back in the same city with a mountain of misunderstandings between them. Nothing will stop him from convincing her that forever is their only option, will she agree or continue to fight against him?
Grab your copy today and get lost in this amazing story!
December 4, 2018
Raw Love and Emotion at its Best! Fantastic Second Chance Romance
I loved this story so much. It is hot! It is emotional! And it makes me want to believe in second chances. Madox and Sophie are perfect examples of what flawed lovable characters read like. They each in their own right have bits that just don’t work right but they also have their strengths and everything that makes them loveable. I felt raw love and emotion, even some type of personal strength. I understood them and wanted them to just figure it out because they deserved their second chance. I also loved the way each chapter started because it added to the theme and experience of the book for me. I know I will read again…Maybe when I’m feeling a little low and need both a cry and a happy ending!
I loved this story so much. It is hot! It is emotional! And it makes me want to believe in second chances. Madox and Sophie are perfect examples of what flawed lovable characters read like. They each in their own right have bits that just don’t work right but they also have their strengths and everything that makes them loveable. I felt raw love and emotion, even some type of personal strength. I understood them and wanted them to just figure it out because they deserved their second chance. I also loved the way each chapter started because it added to the theme and experience of the book for me. I know I will read again…Maybe when I’m feeling a little low and need both a cry and a happy ending!
May 14, 2019
Love the story between Madox and Sophie. I love how they got their second chance with each other.
Favorite quote: “Sometimes when people meet, they’ll never be the same again. There’s a piece of the other person that stays with you forever.”
This book is part of the Cards of Love Collection and each book can be read as a stand-alone.
Favorite quote: “Sometimes when people meet, they’ll never be the same again. There’s a piece of the other person that stays with you forever.”
This book is part of the Cards of Love Collection and each book can be read as a stand-alone.
December 4, 2018
Emotional overload!! This book had it all - lies, deception, angst, hurt, miscommunication and the end result - a love so strong it can overcome anything. Willow Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful story telling and leaves her readers breathless. It may be a short novella but it packs quite a punch. I absolutely fell in love with Madox and Sophie!! 5 Stars are not enough!!
December 4, 2018
Three of Swords is an emotional, angsty read about two lovers and their road of suffering and forgiveness. This is a quick read because the story just pulls you in and you want to know what happens between Madox and Sophie. If you are looking for that roller coaster of the emotions that Willow Winters is so good at delivering then go and read this book.
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December 5, 2018
I could not put this book down!! It was heartbreaking, angsty, and hopeful. I loved Madox and Sophie. Even though their story broke my heart, I loved the ending so much. Their connection and chemistry was so strong, and this book was full of emotion. Fantastic book, highly recommend.
December 4, 2018
Cards of Love- Three of Swords is Classic Willow Winters!!!! The angst and emotion between Sophie and Madox will suck you in right from the start and won’t let go. I loved it!!!
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It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
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It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
no-way-jose
June 2, 2019Let’s see... from the blurb:
“He was everything – irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable - while I WAS NOTHING “. Hmmm... not interesting, you know, the “I was nothing part”, not cool.
And from the blurb: “... and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. “
I am fed up with these “run away” characters.
You know, I wish I was weak enough, or had the meaning and resources to relocate and hide from everyone every time something tragic happened, or I was faced with a hard place or had a problem that seemed almost impossible to resolve.
And the weird and funny thing is that the “run away(er)” always come back to the very place they ran way from and to the arms of people they ran away from. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔
Wouldn’t be easier to face problems right away and save yourself years of heartache? 🧐🤨🤪😉
Overused ott plot. No, thanks
That sounds so ridiculous and this plot is another ott recycled one.
“He was everything – irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable - while I WAS NOTHING “. Hmmm... not interesting, you know, the “I was nothing part”, not cool.
And from the blurb: “... and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. “
I am fed up with these “run away” characters.
You know, I wish I was weak enough, or had the meaning and resources to relocate and hide from everyone every time something tragic happened, or I was faced with a hard place or had a problem that seemed almost impossible to resolve.
And the weird and funny thing is that the “run away(er)” always come back to the very place they ran way from and to the arms of people they ran away from. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔
Wouldn’t be easier to face problems right away and save yourself years of heartache? 🧐🤨🤪😉
Overused ott plot. No, thanks
That sounds so ridiculous and this plot is another ott recycled one.
August 7, 2019
Sophie e Madox si conoscono da ragazzini, e non nel migliore dei modi. Lei è scappata di casa da qualche giorno per colpa delle continue liti con sua madre e il suo patrigno, vive nella sua macchina e viene aggredita da un gruppo di ragazzi, ma Madox fortunatamente è li per aiutarla e lei si fida istantaneamente di lui, tanto da diventare sua amica e poi concedersi a lui e dare inizio ad una storia che va avanti per molti anni, una storia principalmente di sesso, ma che Sophie vorrebbe fosse qualcosa in più perchè da sempre innamorata di lui.
La novella parte da quando Sophie torna a New York dopo essere mancata per 3 anni. Essendo corta la storia, non si è capito bene per quale motivo lei se ne sia andata quella sera, dopo una serata insieme a Madox, ho solo capito che hanno litigato furiosamente e lei se n'è andata senza più tornare, fino ad ora. Purtroppo non sono una fan delle novelle, perchè sono corte e molto veloci, raramente il tutto viene sviluppato bene e purtroppo anche qui c'era questa pecca (esempio, lei torna a NY e in una città grande come quella in due secondi rivede Madox e dopo 10 minuti ci va a letto insieme dopo ovviamente aver sperato di non rivederlo mai più etc etc.), alcune cose non le ho collegate minimamente, non ho capito a fondo perchè abbiano litigato e perchè la madre di Madox abbia cercato di riunirli, e sopratutto come abbia fatto, mishtero. Ah, e non manca un pizzico di family drama ovviamente.
Willow Winters scrive davvero davvero bene, e sono contenta di avere pronti altri suoi libri perchè nel 2019 ne leggerò sicuramente qualcuno.
Una storia corta e molto hot (Madox is to die for!) che piacerà agli amanti del genere, purtroppo però, come in tutte le novelle, poco sviluppo e chiarezza.
"You'll ruin me."
Real rating: 3½
La novella parte da quando Sophie torna a New York dopo essere mancata per 3 anni. Essendo corta la storia, non si è capito bene per quale motivo lei se ne sia andata quella sera, dopo una serata insieme a Madox, ho solo capito che hanno litigato furiosamente e lei se n'è andata senza più tornare, fino ad ora. Purtroppo non sono una fan delle novelle, perchè sono corte e molto veloci, raramente il tutto viene sviluppato bene e purtroppo anche qui c'era questa pecca (esempio, lei torna a NY e in una città grande come quella in due secondi rivede Madox e dopo 10 minuti ci va a letto insieme dopo ovviamente aver sperato di non rivederlo mai più etc etc.), alcune cose non le ho collegate minimamente, non ho capito a fondo perchè abbiano litigato e perchè la madre di Madox abbia cercato di riunirli, e sopratutto come abbia fatto, mishtero. Ah, e non manca un pizzico di family drama ovviamente.
Willow Winters scrive davvero davvero bene, e sono contenta di avere pronti altri suoi libri perchè nel 2019 ne leggerò sicuramente qualcuno.
Una storia corta e molto hot (Madox is to die for!) che piacerà agli amanti del genere, purtroppo però, come in tutte le novelle, poco sviluppo e chiarezza.
"You'll ruin me."
Real rating: 3½
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It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
Amazon
Amazon UK
It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
January 3, 2020
woah what a beautiful book! the emotions were real. at times, i didnt really liked Sophie's attitude as if she was just another burden to Madox but afterwards i understood where she came from. Madox, such a sweet and loving man but didn't know how to show love. both of them were hurt in their own way and i like how they eventually work things out. 4 emotional stars
May 14, 2019
Absolutely loved this second chance romance. It’s sexy, thrilling, and definitely hit the spot! Madox is BAE! Gah, I loved him!
December 4, 2018
Everyone has a handful of authors that they one click the books of without even reading the blurb. Willow is one of those authors for me. Everything she writes is gold.
I’ve been waiting for this book in the collection to release and I wasn’t disappointed. Full of emotion, chemistry and mystery, I was sucked in from the very start.
Madox is irresistible, dominant and terrible at expressing emotion. He let Sophie walk away once, he won’t make that mistake again. But can they overcome the struggles of their past to help create a shared future?
Sophie is sweet, lost and determined to be happy on her own. She doesn’t want to be swept away by Madox again, but can she resist?
Fast paced, emotional and beautifully written. Another brilliant read from Willow Winters.
I’ve been waiting for this book in the collection to release and I wasn’t disappointed. Full of emotion, chemistry and mystery, I was sucked in from the very start.
Madox is irresistible, dominant and terrible at expressing emotion. He let Sophie walk away once, he won’t make that mistake again. But can they overcome the struggles of their past to help create a shared future?
Sophie is sweet, lost and determined to be happy on her own. She doesn’t want to be swept away by Madox again, but can she resist?
Fast paced, emotional and beautifully written. Another brilliant read from Willow Winters.
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June 24, 2024
DNF’ed @46% for sanity reasons.
This book was supposed to be a quick read, but even though it’s only 177 pages, I couldn’t finish it. Everything drove me nuts: the strange main characters and their unhealthy relationship, the horrible sex scenes, the confusing story and the repetitive writing style including the annoying dialogue and inner monologue.
Since this was my first book by Willow Winters, I have no idea if all of her books are like this, but I’m pretty sure I’m not going find out!
Some „highlights“ from TELL ME TO STAY :
When he nipped at my ear, he called me his dirty whore and ecstasy rocked deep inside of me with his words. He told me I was his to fuck and use how he wanted, and I loved it.
Dirty whore. Exactly the pet name that really gets a woman going, right?
I didn’t tell him anything, because he never told me anything either. It was sex. That’s all we had by the end.
Duh! Sex is all you had when you didn’t talk to each other? Shocker!
“You just want to get me drunk so you can fuck me.”
“I’ll be fucking you either way, Soph.” The comment comes from me without hesitation. I bite my tongue to keep from telling her that I’ll be punishing her too. She’s fucking mine.
Lucky girl, eh?
I lower myself to the seat and pretend like his thumb brushing along my wrist isn’t everything I’ve missed. Simple touches, the sweetness of it. My heart longs for something more, but I tell it to shut up. I don’t want to think.
Yes! Remaining silent and stop thinking is very helpful when you don’t want to get involved in the same shit like before.
One thing I know for certain is when he’s close to me, all I can think about is pleasing him. I have an innate need to please him. I want to know more than anything that he’s happy with me–even though I’m well aware it’s not a healthy thought to have.
You’re right, girl, it’s not a healthy thought. I just wish you’d act on it!
“I was going to fuck you slowly, to tease you and torture you for making me wait this long to have you again,” I whisper my words and slowly her eyes open. Her baby blues find mine, and I hold them in my gaze. “I’ve missed you too much not to have you like I selfishly want.”
No surprise there. Atta boy!
And then I ravage her. Keeping my promise. The last time I touch her, she cums one last time with a single flick of my tongue to her clit and nothing more.
That’s after she already had multiple orgasms in no time. This girl is an orgasm machine. Honestly, I’m all in for whitewashing the reality in fictional sex scenes, but please keep a minimum of contact to the ground!
It’s when we aren’t physically together that she doesn’t trust I’ll be good for her. I can change that. I can be better this time. I will be. She’ll see it. She’ll stay this time. I know she will.
I don’t know if this writing style is supposed to build intensity or what. The only effect on me is the urgency of wild and nonstop eye-rolling.
I know what I want; I’m not accepting anything less. Her hesitation sends a prick of uncertainty down my spine, but I ignore it. I know she feels what’s between us just like I do. I know she does. It’s always been between us. After the four years she was mine the three years without her has simply been a waiting game. That’s all it was. Waiting. I’m done waiting now.
Okay, I get it. He knows it now. And he’s tired of waiting, right? Seriously, these repetitions are driving me batshit-crazy!
“I didn’t have a voice.” She stares into her mug as she tells me, “I didn’t know what I wanted in life.”
“What do you want now?”
“I don’t want to make the same mistakes as we did before… I know that much.”
Aww, the art of dialogue writing and logic again. She claims to know what she wants when all she knows is what she doesn’t want. That’s not that much knowledge, is it?
This book was supposed to be a quick read, but even though it’s only 177 pages, I couldn’t finish it. Everything drove me nuts: the strange main characters and their unhealthy relationship, the horrible sex scenes, the confusing story and the repetitive writing style including the annoying dialogue and inner monologue.
Since this was my first book by Willow Winters, I have no idea if all of her books are like this, but I’m pretty sure I’m not going find out!
Some „highlights“ from TELL ME TO STAY :
When he nipped at my ear, he called me his dirty whore and ecstasy rocked deep inside of me with his words. He told me I was his to fuck and use how he wanted, and I loved it.
Dirty whore. Exactly the pet name that really gets a woman going, right?
I didn’t tell him anything, because he never told me anything either. It was sex. That’s all we had by the end.
Duh! Sex is all you had when you didn’t talk to each other? Shocker!
“You just want to get me drunk so you can fuck me.”
“I’ll be fucking you either way, Soph.” The comment comes from me without hesitation. I bite my tongue to keep from telling her that I’ll be punishing her too. She’s fucking mine.
Lucky girl, eh?
I lower myself to the seat and pretend like his thumb brushing along my wrist isn’t everything I’ve missed. Simple touches, the sweetness of it. My heart longs for something more, but I tell it to shut up. I don’t want to think.
Yes! Remaining silent and stop thinking is very helpful when you don’t want to get involved in the same shit like before.
One thing I know for certain is when he’s close to me, all I can think about is pleasing him. I have an innate need to please him. I want to know more than anything that he’s happy with me–even though I’m well aware it’s not a healthy thought to have.
You’re right, girl, it’s not a healthy thought. I just wish you’d act on it!
“I was going to fuck you slowly, to tease you and torture you for making me wait this long to have you again,” I whisper my words and slowly her eyes open. Her baby blues find mine, and I hold them in my gaze. “I’ve missed you too much not to have you like I selfishly want.”
No surprise there. Atta boy!
And then I ravage her. Keeping my promise. The last time I touch her, she cums one last time with a single flick of my tongue to her clit and nothing more.
That’s after she already had multiple orgasms in no time. This girl is an orgasm machine. Honestly, I’m all in for whitewashing the reality in fictional sex scenes, but please keep a minimum of contact to the ground!
It’s when we aren’t physically together that she doesn’t trust I’ll be good for her. I can change that. I can be better this time. I will be. She’ll see it. She’ll stay this time. I know she will.
I don’t know if this writing style is supposed to build intensity or what. The only effect on me is the urgency of wild and nonstop eye-rolling.
I know what I want; I’m not accepting anything less. Her hesitation sends a prick of uncertainty down my spine, but I ignore it. I know she feels what’s between us just like I do. I know she does. It’s always been between us. After the four years she was mine the three years without her has simply been a waiting game. That’s all it was. Waiting. I’m done waiting now.
Okay, I get it. He knows it now. And he’s tired of waiting, right? Seriously, these repetitions are driving me batshit-crazy!
“I didn’t have a voice.” She stares into her mug as she tells me, “I didn’t know what I wanted in life.”
“What do you want now?”
“I don’t want to make the same mistakes as we did before… I know that much.”
Aww, the art of dialogue writing and logic again. She claims to know what she wants when all she knows is what she doesn’t want. That’s not that much knowledge, is it?
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It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
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It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
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May 20, 2019TELL ME TO STAY by USA Today Bestselling Author Willow Winters is LIVE & ON SALE for 1 week only or FREE in KU!
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It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
Amazon
Amazon UK
It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
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May 16, 2019TELL ME TO STAY by USA Today Bestselling Author Willow Winters is LIVE & ON SALE for 1 week only or FREE in KU!
Amazon
Amazon UK
It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
Amazon
Amazon UK
It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
January 30, 2019
Despite being a novella, Willow Winters delivered a second-chance romance overflowing in emotional depth, heartache, betrayal and misunderstandings, with an intensity so profound and overwhelming you'll be left reeling from its force.
Flawed and emotionally damaged, Sophie and Madox’s relationship is complicated by internal struggles and external influences. It is riddled with complexity. But, the love they have for each other, whilst bruised and rattled, transcends time—an earnest and sincere strength that is capable of overcoming adversities.
I whole-heartedly recommend this little story bursting at the seams with raw emotions and intense angst between a complex couple who deserve a second chance.
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Flawed and emotionally damaged, Sophie and Madox’s relationship is complicated by internal struggles and external influences. It is riddled with complexity. But, the love they have for each other, whilst bruised and rattled, transcends time—an earnest and sincere strength that is capable of overcoming adversities.
I whole-heartedly recommend this little story bursting at the seams with raw emotions and intense angst between a complex couple who deserve a second chance.
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October 25, 2019
4.25 Stars / 5 Steam Fans
Sophie and Maddox met during a dark moment until Sophie leaves without a word. When Sophie returns to town they both have to rehash their past interactions and attractions to find out where they truly stand. The sexual chemistry between Sophie and Maddox is off the charts and the dark moments include grief, assault, abandonment, lack of worth, and regret. I was drawn into this story and fulfilled by the ending of Sophie and Maddox's journeys.
This specific video review will be included in the October 2019 wrap-up.
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Sophie and Maddox met during a dark moment until Sophie leaves without a word. When Sophie returns to town they both have to rehash their past interactions and attractions to find out where they truly stand. The sexual chemistry between Sophie and Maddox is off the charts and the dark moments include grief, assault, abandonment, lack of worth, and regret. I was drawn into this story and fulfilled by the ending of Sophie and Maddox's journeys.
This specific video review will be included in the October 2019 wrap-up.
For other video book reviews check out my YouTube Channel: Steph's Romance Book Talk.
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May 17, 2019Only 130 pages.
August 9, 2020
Tell Me To Stay by WW is a sweet second chance romance.
Sophie hasn't had an easy life. When she was at her lowest, she found comfort in Madox's arms. But when she felt that she couldn't possibly be enough for him, she ran. As far and as fast as she could. But as fate would have it, years later she landed back exactly where she had fled from. With Madox.
Madox has loved Sophie the moment he laid eyes on her. Only problem was, he never knew how to tell her. Showing is fine, but the girl needed his words. Which he didn't say until it was too late. Now that destiny had brought her back in his sights, would he still be the aloof man she had left or would he tell her exactly how much he loved her and ask her to stay this time?
I enjoyed reading Sophie and Madox's story. It was an emotional ride as both MC's overcame their pain putting their feelings out in the open and cleared all misunderstanding ending with a HEA.
Sophie hasn't had an easy life. When she was at her lowest, she found comfort in Madox's arms. But when she felt that she couldn't possibly be enough for him, she ran. As far and as fast as she could. But as fate would have it, years later she landed back exactly where she had fled from. With Madox.
Madox has loved Sophie the moment he laid eyes on her. Only problem was, he never knew how to tell her. Showing is fine, but the girl needed his words. Which he didn't say until it was too late. Now that destiny had brought her back in his sights, would he still be the aloof man she had left or would he tell her exactly how much he loved her and ask her to stay this time?
I enjoyed reading Sophie and Madox's story. It was an emotional ride as both MC's overcame their pain putting their feelings out in the open and cleared all misunderstanding ending with a HEA.
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