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Camp Bexley #3
Heart of Stone
Benson Bexley has always had a heart of stone.
Apparently nothing has changed.
When he returns home after a decade gone, I recognize him right away.
How could I forget him?
He’s the same cocky flirt who slid dirty poetry to me in art class.
With the same stone-cold stare that shielded his soul from the world.
And that same sharp-edged jaw that cut straight through my heart like a dagger.
Fortunately, this time I see right through his arrogant charm.
Even better, he doesn’t remember who I am.
I have no intention of reminding him.
After all, it’s only a matter of time until his nomadic lifestyle takes him away again.
When his poetic charm strikes once more, I play along.
Maybe it's time he got a taste of his own medicine.
Revenge.
It’s not in my nature.
But Benson Bexley deserves nothing less.
It’s time for that heart of stone to shatter.
Apparently nothing has changed.
When he returns home after a decade gone, I recognize him right away.
How could I forget him?
He’s the same cocky flirt who slid dirty poetry to me in art class.
With the same stone-cold stare that shielded his soul from the world.
And that same sharp-edged jaw that cut straight through my heart like a dagger.
Fortunately, this time I see right through his arrogant charm.
Even better, he doesn’t remember who I am.
I have no intention of reminding him.
After all, it’s only a matter of time until his nomadic lifestyle takes him away again.
When his poetic charm strikes once more, I play along.
Maybe it's time he got a taste of his own medicine.
Revenge.
It’s not in my nature.
But Benson Bexley deserves nothing less.
It’s time for that heart of stone to shatter.
364 pages, Paperback
Published September 22, 2022
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K.K. Allen
43 books3,058 followersK.K. Allen is the USA TODAY Bestselling and award-winning contemporary romance author of sweet, sexy, and inspiring stories that evoke emotion at every turn.
K.K.'s debut romance novel, Up in the Treehouse, was named the Best New Adult Book of the Year by RT Book Reviews, an honor beyond belief. And she continues to take reader’s emotions on an epic ride every single time with real, layered, coming of age romance stories that will make you fall in love over and over again.
Born in Hawaii, raised in Washington, and currently residing in Florida, K.K. lives for laughs with her little dude, the great outdoors, watching football, dancing the night away, and her eclectic taste in music.
K.K. also loves connecting with her readers and attends signings when she can! You can find upcoming event dates and other information at: www.kkallen.com.
K.K.'s debut romance novel, Up in the Treehouse, was named the Best New Adult Book of the Year by RT Book Reviews, an honor beyond belief. And she continues to take reader’s emotions on an epic ride every single time with real, layered, coming of age romance stories that will make you fall in love over and over again.
Born in Hawaii, raised in Washington, and currently residing in Florida, K.K. lives for laughs with her little dude, the great outdoors, watching football, dancing the night away, and her eclectic taste in music.
K.K. also loves connecting with her readers and attends signings when she can! You can find upcoming event dates and other information at: www.kkallen.com.
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September 27, 2022
Can we say STEAMY?!
K.K. Allen really cranked up the heat with Heart of Stone. I’m still fanning myself over the broody charmer that is Benson Bexley. He’s got all the right ingredients to make us swoon, and Brooklyn isn’t immune.
The push and pull between these two makes for incredible tension that sizzles off the pages. I couldn’t get enough!
This is definitely a top favorite read in 2022 for me.
K.K. Allen really cranked up the heat with Heart of Stone. I’m still fanning myself over the broody charmer that is Benson Bexley. He’s got all the right ingredients to make us swoon, and Brooklyn isn’t immune.
The push and pull between these two makes for incredible tension that sizzles off the pages. I couldn’t get enough!
This is definitely a top favorite read in 2022 for me.
September 27, 2022
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Benson may not recognize the beautiful art teacher, but she sure as hell recognizes him, the jerk with a hardened heart who broke her heart years ago. A little plan of revenge just might be hatched, but it may or may not fall to the wayside when the feelings she's always had for him have her forgetting that she doesn't exactly like him.
Benson's home now that his little brother's been in an accident. He's spent years running from his pain over his brother's death. He feels guilt, he feels grief, every ounce of loss, but instead of dealing with those feelings, he's erected walls around his heart. It was this very thing that's caused him to hurt the beautiful art instructor he's got his sights set on. He doesn't recognize her from his past, but he wants her. When he finds out their past connection, will he ever forgive her for her deception?
The Bexley family just got better with Benson's story. He is so damaged, causing him to be a wanderer, a nomad, trying to outrun his pain. He didn't realize how much his pain made him hurt the beautiful girl, now all woman, from his past, but when he runs into her in his present, his heart certainly is on board with him sticking around, even if it's supposed to be just temporary. I love how Brooklyn is so strong, determined not to let him hurt her again but she simply can't resist him anymore than he can resist her. I loved their second chance at love.
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September 22, 2022
Only this gifted wordsmith could make me completely disgusted and absolutely despise a hero and then make me fall totally, helplessly, head over heels in love with him. And if you love a hero who learns and grows and changes by leaps and bounds, Benson Bexley's got you covered!
The tragedy that struck the Bexley family hit Benson the hardest, probably because he was the closest to it. As soon as high school graduation came, Benson went, putting everything behind him during a decade of wandering across the globe. He ran from the family's camp that now held bad memories, his three brothers, whose guilt mirrored his own, and the only girl who ever made him feel once his life had been devastated.
When Benson shows up for Brooklyn Kennedy's twelve-week art class, she knows exactly who he is. He’s the boy who noticed her in high school. The boy who wrote her bawdy poetry. And the boy who left town the minute he got what he wanted. Except Brooklyn is older and wiser, and her heart more calloused, and his flirty smile and sexy charm aren’t going to work on her this time.
I swear, each book in this series is better than the last, and Benson's story was somewhat of a surprise. The jaded, cocky, unattached façade is bit by bit and piece by piece broken apart as the true Benson is laid bare. We see the heart-broken boy mired by guilt, grief, and pain learn to forgive himself, figure out how to love himself, and find his love of a lifetime. The facets and depth of his character were amazing to uncover.
And Brooklyn. Oh my heart, this girl! She's had her own tough road to travel, but she's let the hardships make her stronger and help her grow. Her art class is unadulterated brilliance, and even the toughest critic will learn something. She's the perfect yang to his yin, and I loved every second as I watched their relationship unfold.
What an amazing, emotional ride this one is! You'll go from hate to love, experiencing everything in between, in this poignant, passionate, phenomenal story. It will be one of your favorite reads this year, so make sure you don’t miss it!
The tragedy that struck the Bexley family hit Benson the hardest, probably because he was the closest to it. As soon as high school graduation came, Benson went, putting everything behind him during a decade of wandering across the globe. He ran from the family's camp that now held bad memories, his three brothers, whose guilt mirrored his own, and the only girl who ever made him feel once his life had been devastated.
When Benson shows up for Brooklyn Kennedy's twelve-week art class, she knows exactly who he is. He’s the boy who noticed her in high school. The boy who wrote her bawdy poetry. And the boy who left town the minute he got what he wanted. Except Brooklyn is older and wiser, and her heart more calloused, and his flirty smile and sexy charm aren’t going to work on her this time.
I swear, each book in this series is better than the last, and Benson's story was somewhat of a surprise. The jaded, cocky, unattached façade is bit by bit and piece by piece broken apart as the true Benson is laid bare. We see the heart-broken boy mired by guilt, grief, and pain learn to forgive himself, figure out how to love himself, and find his love of a lifetime. The facets and depth of his character were amazing to uncover.
And Brooklyn. Oh my heart, this girl! She's had her own tough road to travel, but she's let the hardships make her stronger and help her grow. Her art class is unadulterated brilliance, and even the toughest critic will learn something. She's the perfect yang to his yin, and I loved every second as I watched their relationship unfold.
What an amazing, emotional ride this one is! You'll go from hate to love, experiencing everything in between, in this poignant, passionate, phenomenal story. It will be one of your favorite reads this year, so make sure you don’t miss it!
February 8, 2023
I adore KK Allen's writing; her books are like a sweet, emotional Hallmark movie that we all love to watch. When you are reading her stories, they make you feel like you are wrapped up in a warm blanket with a cup of hot cocoa and an added splash of whiskey, because she sure does bring the heat.
I fell in love with the Bexley brothers, and I've been loving the Camp Bexley series.
I need to read the BelleCurve series after I finish this series.
Benson never really got over the death of his twin brother, so after high school, he decided to hit the road and never look back, but that all changed when his little brother got injured, so he came back to look after him.
While away, he took up photography and got pretty good at it, so while he's in town, he decides to take a mixed media class. The only thing is that the teacher is the girl from his past, but he doesn’t remember her.
𝒴𝑜𝓊 𝓇𝑒𝒶𝓁𝓁𝓎 𝒶𝓇𝑒 𝒶 𝑔𝑜𝑜𝒹 𝑔𝒾𝓇𝓁, 𝒶𝓇𝑒𝓃'𝓉 𝓎𝑜𝓊? 𝐵𝓊𝓉 𝓈𝑜𝓂𝑒𝓉𝒾𝓂𝑒𝓈 𝑔𝑜𝑜𝒹 𝑔𝒾𝓇𝓁𝓈 𝓁𝒾𝓀𝑒 𝓉𝑜 𝓂𝒾𝓈𝒷𝑒𝒽𝒶𝓋𝑒.
These two were great Brooklyn wanted to hate him, but his charm wore off on her again, and it was like spending time with the boy she fell in love with from high school. I loved that Brooklyn helped him see himself in a different light, pushed him, and helped him understand that he was worthy of love.
I enjoyed their banter; it made me laugh, and when these two finally got together, it was like fireworks.
It was a bumpy road, but I’m glad it worked out in the end for them because they deserved a happy ending.
I am so ready to read Blanket of Stars!
I fell in love with the Bexley brothers, and I've been loving the Camp Bexley series.
I need to read the BelleCurve series after I finish this series.
Benson never really got over the death of his twin brother, so after high school, he decided to hit the road and never look back, but that all changed when his little brother got injured, so he came back to look after him.
While away, he took up photography and got pretty good at it, so while he's in town, he decides to take a mixed media class. The only thing is that the teacher is the girl from his past, but he doesn’t remember her.
𝒴𝑜𝓊 𝓇𝑒𝒶𝓁𝓁𝓎 𝒶𝓇𝑒 𝒶 𝑔𝑜𝑜𝒹 𝑔𝒾𝓇𝓁, 𝒶𝓇𝑒𝓃'𝓉 𝓎𝑜𝓊? 𝐵𝓊𝓉 𝓈𝑜𝓂𝑒𝓉𝒾𝓂𝑒𝓈 𝑔𝑜𝑜𝒹 𝑔𝒾𝓇𝓁𝓈 𝓁𝒾𝓀𝑒 𝓉𝑜 𝓂𝒾𝓈𝒷𝑒𝒽𝒶𝓋𝑒.
These two were great Brooklyn wanted to hate him, but his charm wore off on her again, and it was like spending time with the boy she fell in love with from high school. I loved that Brooklyn helped him see himself in a different light, pushed him, and helped him understand that he was worthy of love.
I enjoyed their banter; it made me laugh, and when these two finally got together, it was like fireworks.
It was a bumpy road, but I’m glad it worked out in the end for them because they deserved a happy ending.
I am so ready to read Blanket of Stars!
September 27, 2022
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September 26, 2022
⭐️
5 "Teach" Stars
⭐️
K.K. Allen is one of these select authors that I never get enough of reading. She always achieves to perfectly balance romance, feelings and sexiness in her books. Heart of Stone, the third standalone novel in her Camp Bexley Series, had all of these characteristics that made my read so enjoyable.
Benson was a complex hero that I loved discovering through the pages of this story. He was cocky and charming, but under this carefree attitude was hiding a broken guy scared of feeling. He was still hurting so much from the loss of his twin brother ten years earlier, detaching himself from everything and everyone. I enjoyed how meeting Brooklyn made him see life differently. Through her mixed media class assigments, she made him face his fears. This heroine was interesting and chasing her dreams.
Benny and Brooklyn had such a magnetic connection. I cherished every single one of their interactions. When they started their fling, the passionate encounters between them were so hot. There was fire in their exchanges, but also the beautiful build up of their romantic feelings was gorgeous to witness.
I really liked the little moments between the Bexley brothers. Anderson, Jamison and Cayson made this novel so complete. They were so supportive and trying to help heal Benson. I truly loved this group of protagonists so much. These men and their ladies are great people.
Heart of Stone was another little gem from K.K. Allen! This novel stole my heart wholly! And now, I really need Cayson's story!
** ARC received in exchange for an honest review **
K.K. Allen is one of these select authors that I never get enough of reading. She always achieves to perfectly balance romance, feelings and sexiness in her books. Heart of Stone, the third standalone novel in her Camp Bexley Series, had all of these characteristics that made my read so enjoyable.
Benson was a complex hero that I loved discovering through the pages of this story. He was cocky and charming, but under this carefree attitude was hiding a broken guy scared of feeling. He was still hurting so much from the loss of his twin brother ten years earlier, detaching himself from everything and everyone. I enjoyed how meeting Brooklyn made him see life differently. Through her mixed media class assigments, she made him face his fears. This heroine was interesting and chasing her dreams.
Benny and Brooklyn had such a magnetic connection. I cherished every single one of their interactions. When they started their fling, the passionate encounters between them were so hot. There was fire in their exchanges, but also the beautiful build up of their romantic feelings was gorgeous to witness.
I really liked the little moments between the Bexley brothers. Anderson, Jamison and Cayson made this novel so complete. They were so supportive and trying to help heal Benson. I truly loved this group of protagonists so much. These men and their ladies are great people.
Heart of Stone was another little gem from K.K. Allen! This novel stole my heart wholly! And now, I really need Cayson's story!
** ARC received in exchange for an honest review **
September 26, 2022
This series is in my Top 5 must-read of 2022, the first two have gone on to my Special shelf and if I had a
special special shelf
Heart of Stone would be on it. A spine-tingling couldn’t put down page turning piece of romantic writing perfection is the only way to describe Benson and Brooklyn's story.
Benson was always going to be the hardest nut to crack because you just knew he felt things deeper than anyone understood especially after tragedy strike when he was 16, he just did a good job of hiding beneath this exterior of not really caring, leaving town at 18 in his camper-van he was happy to just wonder the country never putting down roots, when another tragedy hits the family Benson finds himself back home at Camp Bexley the resort that his older brother is breathing life into, and the one place that holds more bad memories then good.
Benson has it all good looks and charm, taking an evening close in photography art he can't help but turn that charm on his teacher Brooklyn but she is having none of it even though the chemistry jumps of the page, Brooklyn has her reasons for not letting Benson in but slowly he is creeping into her heart, there is a twist in this tail which again K.K. Allen magnificently centred this story around that once again made it a 5* must read?
Benson was always going to be the hardest nut to crack because you just knew he felt things deeper than anyone understood especially after tragedy strike when he was 16, he just did a good job of hiding beneath this exterior of not really caring, leaving town at 18 in his camper-van he was happy to just wonder the country never putting down roots, when another tragedy hits the family Benson finds himself back home at Camp Bexley the resort that his older brother is breathing life into, and the one place that holds more bad memories then good.
Benson has it all good looks and charm, taking an evening close in photography art he can't help but turn that charm on his teacher Brooklyn but she is having none of it even though the chemistry jumps of the page, Brooklyn has her reasons for not letting Benson in but slowly he is creeping into her heart, there is a twist in this tail which again K.K. Allen magnificently centred this story around that once again made it a 5* must read?
September 27, 2022
If there is one book in this series that must be read it’s Heart of Stone! Benson Bexley is a broken man who makes his own rules. He has no ties and likes it that way! He’s only home for a short while but his world is about to be forever changed and the journey to healing is going to begin with a sassy blonde who will push him every step of the way!
The banter between Benson and “teach” just had me rolling! It was quick witted and full of sass! Both giving as good as they took and neither one letting go. The attraction and pull though is much stronger and both have choices to make ones that will either make or break what they have started!!
If you have been reading the series you’ll know Bensons heartache and the pain he has had to live through. If you are just starting with this book know that you will get his story and will know what’s happening without needing to read previous books! Be ready though because the Bexley charm is strong and you’ll be grabbing both by the end!
Kk really pulls at the heart strings with this book. Both characters have so much to navigate and learn and seeing it play out was very inspiring ! I cried tears, laughed and swooned from one page to next! You will be drawn in to these two and experiencing their healing, being a part of the process has you feeling like you’re there with them. Kk is a talented story teller. I love her inventiveness and original plots. She freshens up the tropes we know and love!
The banter between Benson and “teach” just had me rolling! It was quick witted and full of sass! Both giving as good as they took and neither one letting go. The attraction and pull though is much stronger and both have choices to make ones that will either make or break what they have started!!
If you have been reading the series you’ll know Bensons heartache and the pain he has had to live through. If you are just starting with this book know that you will get his story and will know what’s happening without needing to read previous books! Be ready though because the Bexley charm is strong and you’ll be grabbing both by the end!
Kk really pulls at the heart strings with this book. Both characters have so much to navigate and learn and seeing it play out was very inspiring ! I cried tears, laughed and swooned from one page to next! You will be drawn in to these two and experiencing their healing, being a part of the process has you feeling like you’re there with them. Kk is a talented story teller. I love her inventiveness and original plots. She freshens up the tropes we know and love!
September 27, 2022
5 star review of Heart of Stone (Camp Bexley #3) by K.K.Allen
It was great to be back at Camp Bexley, in the small town of Orcas Island, Washington for the third book in the series. Heart of Stone was a well written, emotional, second chance at love story that drew me in and had me hooked from the first chapter.
Benson Bexley has returned home a broken man. Brooklyn Kennedy is sassy and feisty and a force to be reckoned with. Benson has been though so much and it has taken it’s toll. Could Brooklyn be the woman to breathe life and light back into his life?
I loved the witty banter between Benson and Brooklyn aka Teach and had me laughing out loud on a number of occasions. I loved the dynamic of the relationship as they both thought long and hard on where it should go.
The growth and journey that they both went on was heart warming to witness.
It was great to be back at Camp Bexley, in the small town of Orcas Island, Washington for the third book in the series. Heart of Stone was a well written, emotional, second chance at love story that drew me in and had me hooked from the first chapter.
Benson Bexley has returned home a broken man. Brooklyn Kennedy is sassy and feisty and a force to be reckoned with. Benson has been though so much and it has taken it’s toll. Could Brooklyn be the woman to breathe life and light back into his life?
I loved the witty banter between Benson and Brooklyn aka Teach and had me laughing out loud on a number of occasions. I loved the dynamic of the relationship as they both thought long and hard on where it should go.
The growth and journey that they both went on was heart warming to witness.
February 19, 2023
“Maybe she’s my shot at redemption. If redemption is even possible.”
Heart of Stone was a heartbreaking and emotional tale of second chances and learning to face your fears. Benson Bexley is a broken man who has been running from his life since his twin brother died in a tragic accident. Brooklyn is the woman from his past that he doesn’t recognize and is instantly drawn to. He takes her art class as a diversion, but he soon finds her lessons have him confronting his dark past and deepest secrets.
“Women like her see right through men like me, and I don’t like to be seen.”
Benson is a character that masks his feelings with a flirty and playful demeanor. He pretends not to care too deeply about anything, but yet he makes no attempt to hide his desire for Brooke. The guilt he feels for his brother’s death has had him scared of staying in one place too long, but his feelings for Brooke make him feel more settled and at peace. She helps him confront his past through his art so he can begin to move on, but little does he know that she has her own secrets.
“Benson Bexley doesn’t play by the rules, Olivia. He burns them.”
Brooklyn has never forgotten Benson and how he broke her heart. When he reappears in her life, she tries not to give into what he makes her feel, but their connection is impossible to resist. The closer they get, the more afraid she is to reveal her secrets, but secrets always have a way of revealing themselves and the repercussions can be painful.
“I’ve never met anyone like you. Someone who sees the simplicity in the most complicated things. Someone who challenges me to work harder and dig deeper than I ever cared to before. Someone who, for the first time in a long time, inspires me.”
Both Brooke and Benson are strong, passionate characters and their connection is strong and intense from their first meeting. I loved their playful and flirty banter as much as I loved their deeply personal and emotional conversations as they helped each other to heal from their past traumas. Their chemistry was intense and hot!
“You’re the contrast I never knew I needed. You make me want to stand still.”
The angst and emotion in Heart of Stone was breathtaking and heartbreaking. The characters’ emotions are perfectly executed through their words and actions which makes for an poignant story full of love, heat, and most of all, healing and forgiveness. I loved Benson and Brooklyn’s journey and now I’m super excited for Cayson to find his HEA.
Heart of Stone was a heartbreaking and emotional tale of second chances and learning to face your fears. Benson Bexley is a broken man who has been running from his life since his twin brother died in a tragic accident. Brooklyn is the woman from his past that he doesn’t recognize and is instantly drawn to. He takes her art class as a diversion, but he soon finds her lessons have him confronting his dark past and deepest secrets.
“Women like her see right through men like me, and I don’t like to be seen.”
Benson is a character that masks his feelings with a flirty and playful demeanor. He pretends not to care too deeply about anything, but yet he makes no attempt to hide his desire for Brooke. The guilt he feels for his brother’s death has had him scared of staying in one place too long, but his feelings for Brooke make him feel more settled and at peace. She helps him confront his past through his art so he can begin to move on, but little does he know that she has her own secrets.
“Benson Bexley doesn’t play by the rules, Olivia. He burns them.”
Brooklyn has never forgotten Benson and how he broke her heart. When he reappears in her life, she tries not to give into what he makes her feel, but their connection is impossible to resist. The closer they get, the more afraid she is to reveal her secrets, but secrets always have a way of revealing themselves and the repercussions can be painful.
“I’ve never met anyone like you. Someone who sees the simplicity in the most complicated things. Someone who challenges me to work harder and dig deeper than I ever cared to before. Someone who, for the first time in a long time, inspires me.”
Both Brooke and Benson are strong, passionate characters and their connection is strong and intense from their first meeting. I loved their playful and flirty banter as much as I loved their deeply personal and emotional conversations as they helped each other to heal from their past traumas. Their chemistry was intense and hot!
“You’re the contrast I never knew I needed. You make me want to stand still.”
The angst and emotion in Heart of Stone was breathtaking and heartbreaking. The characters’ emotions are perfectly executed through their words and actions which makes for an poignant story full of love, heat, and most of all, healing and forgiveness. I loved Benson and Brooklyn’s journey and now I’m super excited for Cayson to find his HEA.
February 25, 2023
This book is definitely my favorite so far!! Benny and Brooklyn’s story captivated me from the beginning and I loved reading all of their interactions and how much Benny changed throughout the book. They met their last year of high school but Benson was going through a lot so he left his family and home. Now 10 years later he’s back thanks to his brother’s accident so he’s trying to be there for him and face his past after everything that happened.
Brooklyn was captivated by Benson from the first time they shared a class their senior year. She was shy at the time but Benson always flirted with her and gave her poems in class but he never noticed her in other places. Benson always knew he was leaving after graduation but after sharing a night together Brooklyn already knew she wasn’t important to him. Now she’s more mature and after seeing Benson again she knew she wouldn’t fall for his charms again.
Benson and his family lost someone really important to him in the past so he was never the same after that. He left the first chance he got and he came back 10 years later only because his little brother had a work accident and he wanted to be there for him. He decided to take an art class and that’s when he sees Brooklyn again. He didn’t remember her so he flirted with her like he did in high school and while at first Brooklyn wasn’t interested he was very persistent and then little by little they started spending time together.
Brooklyn didn’t want to get hurt again by him but she couldn’t deny the attraction between them and how good she felt being with Benson. He still had some demons to face but he always felt better when he was around Brooklyn. They flirted a lot and their chemistry was undeniable from the start. Also their steamy scenes were really hot and I loved reading all of their scenes together.
Benny came a long way from the previous books and I loved seeing his development and how Brooklyn and his brothers helped him realize what was really important in life.
The side characters were amazing too, the Bexley brothers suffered a lot in the past but I loved reading how they all found their happy ending and the big family they created. Now I can’t wait to read Cayson’s story and read the final book to this amazing family.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
Brooklyn was captivated by Benson from the first time they shared a class their senior year. She was shy at the time but Benson always flirted with her and gave her poems in class but he never noticed her in other places. Benson always knew he was leaving after graduation but after sharing a night together Brooklyn already knew she wasn’t important to him. Now she’s more mature and after seeing Benson again she knew she wouldn’t fall for his charms again.
Benson and his family lost someone really important to him in the past so he was never the same after that. He left the first chance he got and he came back 10 years later only because his little brother had a work accident and he wanted to be there for him. He decided to take an art class and that’s when he sees Brooklyn again. He didn’t remember her so he flirted with her like he did in high school and while at first Brooklyn wasn’t interested he was very persistent and then little by little they started spending time together.
Brooklyn didn’t want to get hurt again by him but she couldn’t deny the attraction between them and how good she felt being with Benson. He still had some demons to face but he always felt better when he was around Brooklyn. They flirted a lot and their chemistry was undeniable from the start. Also their steamy scenes were really hot and I loved reading all of their scenes together.
Benny came a long way from the previous books and I loved seeing his development and how Brooklyn and his brothers helped him realize what was really important in life.
The side characters were amazing too, the Bexley brothers suffered a lot in the past but I loved reading how they all found their happy ending and the big family they created. Now I can’t wait to read Cayson’s story and read the final book to this amazing family.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
September 25, 2022
I love coming back to Camp Bexley and could not wait to learn more about the the reclusive and broken Bexley brother, Benson.
Heart of Stone is the third book in the Camp Bexley series by K.K. Allen- it hold pretty well on it's own but personally I think the story is best enjoyed by reading all of the books in order.
Benson Bexley and Brooke Kennedy have me feeling like 😡🤯😭😍
4.5 ⭐
K.K. Allen is one of those authors that has ripped my heart out and shredded it to pieces so many times but in such a way that always keeps me coming back for more. In all honesty- I did not like Benson or Brooke really at the start of this book. Benson might have been back at Camp Bexley for his younger brother's recovery but he was a self absorbed asshat most of the time, hiding from his older brothers and keeping everyone at a distance. Brooke wasn't all that much better- she was more confident and outspoken, found her passion in teaching art classes but was still holding a grudge from high school against Benson. Yes, it warranted to a degree, but she shouldn't still have that amount of anger toward him over 10 years later.
Slowly though, getting glimpses past the carefully constructed walls these two both had I really began to love these two imperfect people. Brooke may have withheld information from Benson as a bit of payback at first but I don't think all of her motives were malicious and she just got caught up in feelings she wasn't expecting to return. The connection that Brooke and Benson shared had this amazing intensity which burned just as hot. And just like she loves to do- K.K. simply SHATTERED me with Benson's emotional breakdown of guilt, fear and devastation his trauma had left on his life.
Finally getting some closure to that pain and finding a reason to move forward was everything I needed in this story. Now only one Bexley brother remains unattatched and I can't wait to have my heart smashed all over again when it's Cayson's turn to heal next.
Heart of Stone is the third book in the Camp Bexley series by K.K. Allen- it hold pretty well on it's own but personally I think the story is best enjoyed by reading all of the books in order.
Benson Bexley and Brooke Kennedy have me feeling like 😡🤯😭😍
4.5 ⭐
K.K. Allen is one of those authors that has ripped my heart out and shredded it to pieces so many times but in such a way that always keeps me coming back for more. In all honesty- I did not like Benson or Brooke really at the start of this book. Benson might have been back at Camp Bexley for his younger brother's recovery but he was a self absorbed asshat most of the time, hiding from his older brothers and keeping everyone at a distance. Brooke wasn't all that much better- she was more confident and outspoken, found her passion in teaching art classes but was still holding a grudge from high school against Benson. Yes, it warranted to a degree, but she shouldn't still have that amount of anger toward him over 10 years later.
Slowly though, getting glimpses past the carefully constructed walls these two both had I really began to love these two imperfect people. Brooke may have withheld information from Benson as a bit of payback at first but I don't think all of her motives were malicious and she just got caught up in feelings she wasn't expecting to return. The connection that Brooke and Benson shared had this amazing intensity which burned just as hot. And just like she loves to do- K.K. simply SHATTERED me with Benson's emotional breakdown of guilt, fear and devastation his trauma had left on his life.
Finally getting some closure to that pain and finding a reason to move forward was everything I needed in this story. Now only one Bexley brother remains unattatched and I can't wait to have my heart smashed all over again when it's Cayson's turn to heal next.
September 25, 2022
I received a copy of this arc in exchange for my honest review. This is book 3 of the Camp Bexley series, can be read as a standalone. It is a second chance /enemies to lovers romance.
Benson shows up to take a 12 week art class with Brooklyn as the instructor. He doesn’t remember her from high school, but she certainly remembers him, and what a jerk he was. He was the playboy in school, flirted with her all year, then disappears after graduation.
She’s never been able to forget about him and how hurt she was, and when he shows up years later, she’s determined to not fall for his charm again.
He is determined to make her break, and fall for his charm.
This book had it all. The player you love to hate, the girl who turns soft for the high school jerk, the filthy mouth MMC, and the emotions of falling in love.
This is the first book I’ve read in this series, and I have fallen in love. These characters are so lovable, and I wanna know so much more about the other Bexley brothers and their stories.
I loved Brooklyn and her strong but funny personality. The banter between the two of them made me constantly chuckle and feel the chemistry she tried so badly to ignore.
I truly loved everything about this book. I binged it, reading it in 12 hours. Highly recommend , such a fun and addicting read !
5 ⭐️
Benson shows up to take a 12 week art class with Brooklyn as the instructor. He doesn’t remember her from high school, but she certainly remembers him, and what a jerk he was. He was the playboy in school, flirted with her all year, then disappears after graduation.
She’s never been able to forget about him and how hurt she was, and when he shows up years later, she’s determined to not fall for his charm again.
He is determined to make her break, and fall for his charm.
This book had it all. The player you love to hate, the girl who turns soft for the high school jerk, the filthy mouth MMC, and the emotions of falling in love.
This is the first book I’ve read in this series, and I have fallen in love. These characters are so lovable, and I wanna know so much more about the other Bexley brothers and their stories.
I loved Brooklyn and her strong but funny personality. The banter between the two of them made me constantly chuckle and feel the chemistry she tried so badly to ignore.
I truly loved everything about this book. I binged it, reading it in 12 hours. Highly recommend , such a fun and addicting read !
5 ⭐️
September 26, 2022
Oh my heart! This story was so good. It’s got heartache, love, forgiveness, misunderstanding and a really great second chance romance!
When Benson high tailed out of town after he graduated, he just wanted to leave everything behind. But he also left behind a girl whose heart he broke. Brooklyn never forgot or got over her first love. She was the girl who got his attention in high school art class and who he wrote poems for. He was the guy who made her feel seen for the first time since moving to town and after her mothers death. Both were dealing with a death of a loved one, but Benson blamed himself and thought everyone else had too. So he left, vowing to never look back. But when his younger brother, Carson is in an accident, Benson immediately returns home. While home he signs up for an art class and meets a beautiful blonde who grabs his attention immediately. What he doesn’t realize is that the blonde is also the girl from high school art class. Brooklyn knows exactly who he is though and wants no part of him. She’s afraid she’ll just get her heart broken again. But Benson is very persistent and he wants her, he’s drawn to her. He just didn’t know the secrets she’s keeping, and all secrets have a way of coming out.
This was a really great second chance romance book. I can’t wait for Cayson’s story!
When Benson high tailed out of town after he graduated, he just wanted to leave everything behind. But he also left behind a girl whose heart he broke. Brooklyn never forgot or got over her first love. She was the girl who got his attention in high school art class and who he wrote poems for. He was the guy who made her feel seen for the first time since moving to town and after her mothers death. Both were dealing with a death of a loved one, but Benson blamed himself and thought everyone else had too. So he left, vowing to never look back. But when his younger brother, Carson is in an accident, Benson immediately returns home. While home he signs up for an art class and meets a beautiful blonde who grabs his attention immediately. What he doesn’t realize is that the blonde is also the girl from high school art class. Brooklyn knows exactly who he is though and wants no part of him. She’s afraid she’ll just get her heart broken again. But Benson is very persistent and he wants her, he’s drawn to her. He just didn’t know the secrets she’s keeping, and all secrets have a way of coming out.
This was a really great second chance romance book. I can’t wait for Cayson’s story!
September 23, 2022
I was graciously given this book as an ARC
Heart of Stone is book 3 of the Camp Bexley Series. It can be read as a stand alone but it does have a interlocking storyline.
Benson has spent his whole life guarding his heart. He is a wonderer, doesn't stay in one place long. Since graduating high school he has been on the move. For 10 years he has been traveling and capturing his adventures through his camera. His world stops when he gets a call that his brother has been in a pilots accident. Now he finds himself back in the one town he swore to never return again.
Brooklyn is given a trial teaching position in hopes of landing a full time position. She gets to teach her love of art. Her excitement fizzes out when she finds out her high school crush is to be in her class. She has spent the last 10 years healing and growing, and she wont let one man from her past derail her growth.
Holy mother of enemies to lovers!! I loved every page of this. The tension between Brooklyn and Benson. I loved the artists aspect. It was so fun ivisisoning the pictures and artwork from Benson. The heart break for Benson and Brooklyn was unreal. I felt it all!
Check the triggers, family loss and trauma.
5/5 STAR
3/5 SPICE
Heart of Stone is book 3 of the Camp Bexley Series. It can be read as a stand alone but it does have a interlocking storyline.
Benson has spent his whole life guarding his heart. He is a wonderer, doesn't stay in one place long. Since graduating high school he has been on the move. For 10 years he has been traveling and capturing his adventures through his camera. His world stops when he gets a call that his brother has been in a pilots accident. Now he finds himself back in the one town he swore to never return again.
Brooklyn is given a trial teaching position in hopes of landing a full time position. She gets to teach her love of art. Her excitement fizzes out when she finds out her high school crush is to be in her class. She has spent the last 10 years healing and growing, and she wont let one man from her past derail her growth.
Holy mother of enemies to lovers!! I loved every page of this. The tension between Brooklyn and Benson. I loved the artists aspect. It was so fun ivisisoning the pictures and artwork from Benson. The heart break for Benson and Brooklyn was unreal. I felt it all!
Check the triggers, family loss and trauma.
5/5 STAR
3/5 SPICE
September 24, 2022
ARC Review of Heart Of Stone by K.K. Allen
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A second chance romance filled with a reunion one of our lovers did not see coming.
Bexley left home right after graduation, leaving behind his family without so much as a proper goodbye and breaking the heart of a girl whose name he didn't really know.
When his brother is injured on the job, he rushes home. Deciding to stay for a while, he ends up in the class of a woman who he is very much attracted to...unfortunately she does not exactly feel the same.
Not exactly teacher's pet.
For some reason she has it out for him. Yet, he does not remember her.
He does not remember the girl from class he wrote poetry to.
The girl he left behind.
The girl who wanted more.
He eventually will, but how far will it get from knowing and wantong sexy teacher Brooklyn to understand he was that very same girl from the past who had her heart broken?
Loved how complicated it was for Brooklyn and how she handled him, especially when he clearly couldn't take a hint!
Dude!
Very Prince Charming of you, meeting the special girl then forgetting her face! Lol!
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A second chance romance filled with a reunion one of our lovers did not see coming.
Bexley left home right after graduation, leaving behind his family without so much as a proper goodbye and breaking the heart of a girl whose name he didn't really know.
When his brother is injured on the job, he rushes home. Deciding to stay for a while, he ends up in the class of a woman who he is very much attracted to...unfortunately she does not exactly feel the same.
Not exactly teacher's pet.
For some reason she has it out for him. Yet, he does not remember her.
He does not remember the girl from class he wrote poetry to.
The girl he left behind.
The girl who wanted more.
He eventually will, but how far will it get from knowing and wantong sexy teacher Brooklyn to understand he was that very same girl from the past who had her heart broken?
Loved how complicated it was for Brooklyn and how she handled him, especially when he clearly couldn't take a hint!
Dude!
Very Prince Charming of you, meeting the special girl then forgetting her face! Lol!
September 30, 2022
Benson Bexley is back in town, but only for his little brother Cayson. He's not there to mend fences with anyone, just to help Cayson through his recovery. But little does Benny know that he's going to encounter a blast from his past. Brooklyn Kennedy has nothing but animosity for Benson. He broke her heart in high school and she wants nothing to do with him. He doesn't remember her, but he's completely attracted to her. Brooke wants to make things tough for him; Benson wants nothing more than to break through her tough facade.
Throughout the story, Brooke refers to Benson as the one with the heart of stone. In the beginning, his attitude was destined right for the manure pile in the the camp's stables. He has more masks than a costume store at Halloween. But as the story evolved and Benson opens up to Brooke's mixed media class assignments (really they are challenges to delve deep into their souls and rip them apart), one begins to understand why Benson seems emotionless and distant. Against her better judgment, Brooke gets involved with Benson. She has ample opportunity to come clean, but unfortunate events have him discovering the truth. That would have been enough to send him running, back to his nomadic existence. Except being with Brooke and his family have soothed the guilt he's felt and he's willing to ground and surround himself with the people he loves and whom love him the most. The heart of stone shattered, but everyone he loved was there to pick him up.
I received an advance copy of this book at my request and voluntarily left this review.
Throughout the story, Brooke refers to Benson as the one with the heart of stone. In the beginning, his attitude was destined right for the manure pile in the the camp's stables. He has more masks than a costume store at Halloween. But as the story evolved and Benson opens up to Brooke's mixed media class assignments (really they are challenges to delve deep into their souls and rip them apart), one begins to understand why Benson seems emotionless and distant. Against her better judgment, Brooke gets involved with Benson. She has ample opportunity to come clean, but unfortunate events have him discovering the truth. That would have been enough to send him running, back to his nomadic existence. Except being with Brooke and his family have soothed the guilt he's felt and he's willing to ground and surround himself with the people he loves and whom love him the most. The heart of stone shattered, but everyone he loved was there to pick him up.
I received an advance copy of this book at my request and voluntarily left this review.
September 25, 2022
I love my visits to Camp Bexley, Orcas Island, Washington and if you love small town romance this is a series you will want to visit. This is Benson Bexley and Brooklyn Kennedy’s second chance at love and I was drawn in from the first few pages of this beautifully written romance.
Benson is finally home but he has returned without the spirit he left with, he has been through so much and that has left him broken. Brooklyn is strong and sassy, a woman who commands a presence and who brings light into every room she enters but can she rescue Benson from his darkness….
This book has it all, I swooned, I smiled, I laughed and at times I held my breath as I joined this couple on their journey. Heart of Stone has the perfect mix of love, humour and passion but what took this story to another level was watching this couple contemplate their relationship and their future.
This is a heartwarming romance that I couldn’t put down.
Benson is finally home but he has returned without the spirit he left with, he has been through so much and that has left him broken. Brooklyn is strong and sassy, a woman who commands a presence and who brings light into every room she enters but can she rescue Benson from his darkness….
This book has it all, I swooned, I smiled, I laughed and at times I held my breath as I joined this couple on their journey. Heart of Stone has the perfect mix of love, humour and passion but what took this story to another level was watching this couple contemplate their relationship and their future.
This is a heartwarming romance that I couldn’t put down.
September 27, 2022
Gah, I have loved all the Bexley’s but I think this one was my favorite of the series! Heart Of Stone was the third book in Allen’s Camp Bexley series. It was angsty, sassy, and completely hot!
Benson had wandered through life for the last decade, trying to escape tragedy but only isolating himself more. When his brother needed him, he headed home but how long would he be able to stay in one place?
Brooklyn didn’t think she would ever see Benson again but when he waltzed back into her life she knew she couldn’t let him in again. Once was enough, especially since he didn’t even seem to remember her. As time went on she felt herself getting pulled in again, would she be able to save herself before history repeated itself?
I wasn’t sure I liked Benson at first but he completely won me over! I loved watching him find himself and his place in the world! Art and Brooklyn were just what he needed. Can’t wait to see them again in the next book!!
Benson had wandered through life for the last decade, trying to escape tragedy but only isolating himself more. When his brother needed him, he headed home but how long would he be able to stay in one place?
Brooklyn didn’t think she would ever see Benson again but when he waltzed back into her life she knew she couldn’t let him in again. Once was enough, especially since he didn’t even seem to remember her. As time went on she felt herself getting pulled in again, would she be able to save herself before history repeated itself?
I wasn’t sure I liked Benson at first but he completely won me over! I loved watching him find himself and his place in the world! Art and Brooklyn were just what he needed. Can’t wait to see them again in the next book!!
September 25, 2022
I received this arc for my honest review. K. K. Allen has done it again. I could not put Benson’s book down. You are instantly hooked into Benson’s journey and once you meet Brooklyn, you don’t want to stop reading. Their journey is one you don’t want to miss. The growth Benson does throughout this book and the part Brooklyn plays in it is one that you don’t want to end. You get all the feels, the ups and downs and when the characters hurt, you feel it in your chest. There’s so much pain inside of Benson, you can’t help but want to hug him and as he begins to open up more, you begin to understand the moody man with the heart of stone. And let’s not forget the teacher, Brooklyn, that unknowingly helped him through his guilt and pain. I truly loved their story and I think this book may be my favorite of the series.
September 26, 2022
Oh I was not as ready as I thought I was for Benson and Brooklyn’s story. I was pulled through all of the feels from laughing to anger to happiness to dabbing away my tears, only to do it all over again before their hea.
The uphill battle that these two fought was so well written that I couldn’t have put down my kindle, even if I wanted to. The way their past and present was woven together was an amazing journey of young love and heartbreak, feeling lost and broken but also finding a light to lead the way out of the darkness and finding a better you at the end.
I honestly didn’t like Benson when I started this series, I really didn’t like him at the beginning of this book but man, by the time I read those last pages I was head over heels for him just as I have been for each of the Bexley brothers and now I’m itching for the for the next one.
The uphill battle that these two fought was so well written that I couldn’t have put down my kindle, even if I wanted to. The way their past and present was woven together was an amazing journey of young love and heartbreak, feeling lost and broken but also finding a light to lead the way out of the darkness and finding a better you at the end.
I honestly didn’t like Benson when I started this series, I really didn’t like him at the beginning of this book but man, by the time I read those last pages I was head over heels for him just as I have been for each of the Bexley brothers and now I’m itching for the for the next one.
September 26, 2022
This is the third book in this incredible series, and this is Benson and Brooklyn’s journey. Benson hides his true persona behind a playful and flirty demeaner, when is reality he has a heart of store as he is a broken man, running from his life after the death of his twin. When Benson returns home after years away, he does not recognise Brooke as the girl he flirted with in high school, and he is instantly drawn to her. When Benson enrols in Brooke’s art class, she clams his soul, and helps him to confront his past, to enable him to move on with his life. This is a beautifully written story which is emotionally charged. With 2nd chances, guilt, heartbreak, secrets, tension, healing, and love, which leads to a heartfelt compelling page turner.
I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.
I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.
September 28, 2022
Revenge and love…
How would you feel if the one who did you wrong was back? And you suddenly had the opportunity to give a little of that heartache back? Especially to a man who embodied callous and cranky… It was happening, heart be da**ed…
Benson left. Just.. left. Her, his family, his hometown. And also the mind-crippling guilt. On the surface, he seemed to deserve everything that Brooklyn planned but instead, the tables turned. Their relationship was a second chance neither knew they wanted, needed, or deserved. In other words, it was emotionally exhausting and absolutely heart-happy…
This author knows how to create complex characters in situations that feel real and completely engaging. Another irresistible read! ~Diane, 4.5 stars
How would you feel if the one who did you wrong was back? And you suddenly had the opportunity to give a little of that heartache back? Especially to a man who embodied callous and cranky… It was happening, heart be da**ed…
Benson left. Just.. left. Her, his family, his hometown. And also the mind-crippling guilt. On the surface, he seemed to deserve everything that Brooklyn planned but instead, the tables turned. Their relationship was a second chance neither knew they wanted, needed, or deserved. In other words, it was emotionally exhausting and absolutely heart-happy…
This author knows how to create complex characters in situations that feel real and completely engaging. Another irresistible read! ~Diane, 4.5 stars
September 28, 2022
Revenge is never sweet. It may momentarily fool you but it's only that feeling of instant gratification that always only burns fast and bright. Brooklyn thought giving Benson Bexley a taste of his own medicine would give her closure on the pain and heartbreak he caused her. Unfortunately Brooklyn finds that things aren't exactly how she thought they were so long ago.
And Benny well revenge may not have hit the mark for Brooklyn but it certainly has had a very real effect on Benson.
This book really takes you through the paces of loss, guilt, running, burying emotions, and finally digging yourself to live again.
I loved it, truly every part of it.
I have voluntarily left this review.
And Benny well revenge may not have hit the mark for Brooklyn but it certainly has had a very real effect on Benson.
This book really takes you through the paces of loss, guilt, running, burying emotions, and finally digging yourself to live again.
I loved it, truly every part of it.
I have voluntarily left this review.
October 2, 2022
Wow! K.K. Allen may be one of my new favorite authors! This is the first time diving into her work and I loved every single moment of this book. I didn't even read the others in this series but I'll definitely be going back and starting with Weight of Regret.
Let me just say that Benson Bexley is the perfect book boyfriend! I hated what he did to Brooklyn in HS but the older version of Benson is hot. He's broody, a little mysterious, damaged, yet sexy and dirty at the same time.
This is definitely one of my favorite reads of 2022! If you are looking for a small-town romance that will pull your heart strings but also want that steam to go with it, you must read this book!!
Let me just say that Benson Bexley is the perfect book boyfriend! I hated what he did to Brooklyn in HS but the older version of Benson is hot. He's broody, a little mysterious, damaged, yet sexy and dirty at the same time.
This is definitely one of my favorite reads of 2022! If you are looking for a small-town romance that will pull your heart strings but also want that steam to go with it, you must read this book!!
September 27, 2022
Ben. Benson. Benny boy you have my heart!
The Bexley brothers keep getting hotter and hotter!!
I absolutely loved finally reading Bensons story! Past books showed snippets of him but to finally read about him and why he is the way he is made me so excited!! I love him so much!
Him and Brooklyn’s story is one of my favorites of all time! The love they had for each other was amazing! And what started as revenge turned into something so beautiful! The way he always ran from home but she made him want to stay !😭
Also we love a dirty mouth man! K.K Allen did AMAZING with the spicy scenes!! 🥵🥵
I can’t wait for the next book!
Favorite quote:
“But Brooklyn Kennedy isn’t someone I want to run from. At least not yet.”
5/5⭐️
5/5🥵🥵
The Bexley brothers keep getting hotter and hotter!!
I absolutely loved finally reading Bensons story! Past books showed snippets of him but to finally read about him and why he is the way he is made me so excited!! I love him so much!
Him and Brooklyn’s story is one of my favorites of all time! The love they had for each other was amazing! And what started as revenge turned into something so beautiful! The way he always ran from home but she made him want to stay !😭
Also we love a dirty mouth man! K.K Allen did AMAZING with the spicy scenes!! 🥵🥵
I can’t wait for the next book!
Favorite quote:
“But Brooklyn Kennedy isn’t someone I want to run from. At least not yet.”
5/5⭐️
5/5🥵🥵
October 3, 2022
All the Bexley stories are about healing and moving on, but so far Benson has been my favorite.
Benson is the most broken Bexley brother, he lost his twin and continue living like a ghost moving from one place to the other. Visiting back home was hard for him but at the end it was all for the better.
Benson and Brooklyn meet in highschool but it doesn't end well, fortunately they get a do over after a few years, together they heal, she helps Benson forgive himself and move on with his life at the same time they found happiness and get their happy ever after.
Benson is the most broken Bexley brother, he lost his twin and continue living like a ghost moving from one place to the other. Visiting back home was hard for him but at the end it was all for the better.
Benson and Brooklyn meet in highschool but it doesn't end well, fortunately they get a do over after a few years, together they heal, she helps Benson forgive himself and move on with his life at the same time they found happiness and get their happy ever after.
October 3, 2022
So glad I found this author on Kindle Unlimited!
I subscribe to Bookbub and pay for Kindle Unlimited. I'm not sure what pointed me to this author, but I'm so glad I found her. Finally, not another "forbidden sister/brother of" love interest or "car broke down on a rural road" plot. The only sort of negative comment is that this is #3 in the series, so next I'm reading #1, BUT I can already tell it doesn't matter what order they're read. So, on to the next Bexley story.
P.S. I'm very skimpy with 5-star ratings.
I subscribe to Bookbub and pay for Kindle Unlimited. I'm not sure what pointed me to this author, but I'm so glad I found her. Finally, not another "forbidden sister/brother of" love interest or "car broke down on a rural road" plot. The only sort of negative comment is that this is #3 in the series, so next I'm reading #1, BUT I can already tell it doesn't matter what order they're read. So, on to the next Bexley story.
P.S. I'm very skimpy with 5-star ratings.
September 26, 2022
I thought the other Bexley men were complicated but Benson takes the cake. Benny is mired in guilt and detachment, unable to make any deep connection except his family. Brooklyn, the young nerdy girl who crushed on her seatmate was devastated when he left her. Now they are reunited but he doesn't remember her.
Benson is now a broody artist who doesn't want to "feel" the world. It was so satisfying watching his new awareness that Brooklyn forced into him. I love them as a couple. Their hard won second chance is heartwarming and so hot!
Benson is now a broody artist who doesn't want to "feel" the world. It was so satisfying watching his new awareness that Brooklyn forced into him. I love them as a couple. Their hard won second chance is heartwarming and so hot!
September 26, 2022
This is only my third novel by this author, and I must say, I am loving her stories, her characters!
Written with such amazing world building and larger than life characters, I was hard-pressed to put it down.
This series just keeps getting better and better.
Despite both mains flaws, I loved them. Perhaps it was because of their flaws!
I would rate this more than 5*s if I could!
Written with such amazing world building and larger than life characters, I was hard-pressed to put it down.
This series just keeps getting better and better.
Despite both mains flaws, I loved them. Perhaps it was because of their flaws!
I would rate this more than 5*s if I could!
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