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Paradise Found
Samantha “The Body” Dixon had once been a famous runway model who’d walked every catwalk from Paris to Milan and back again, but when her career abruptly comes to a screeching halt, she’s out to prove she’s got a whole lot more to offer than just a pretty face and killer rack.
Benjamin Atkins might have once been the most in demand photographer in the fashion industry, but times have changed and he’d learned the hard way to value substance over style. Now, he’s built a new life doing what he loves in the beautiful town of Paradise, TN.
When these two ex-lovers reconnect after a bitter break-up, can their broken hearts find a way back to their own personal paradise found?
Benjamin Atkins might have once been the most in demand photographer in the fashion industry, but times have changed and he’d learned the hard way to value substance over style. Now, he’s built a new life doing what he loves in the beautiful town of Paradise, TN.
When these two ex-lovers reconnect after a bitter break-up, can their broken hearts find a way back to their own personal paradise found?
- GenresSecond ChanceRomance
134 pages, Paperback
Published February 26, 2018
About the author
Sarah O'Rourke
32 books515 followersSarah O'Rourke is the alter ego of two best friends who have taken their passion for romantic fiction and erotica to the publishing world. Born and raised in the southern United States, one lives near Louisville, KY, while the other resides in Atlanta, Georgia. Neither is ever very far from a tall glass of sweet iced tea, their dog-eared copies of Gone With the Wind, or their Steel Magnolias DVDs!
Formerly an accountant and a chemist, they are now overworked, stay-at-home moms who adore their children, their husbands...and writing about love in every way possible!
Formerly an accountant and a chemist, they are now overworked, stay-at-home moms who adore their children, their husbands...and writing about love in every way possible!
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February 26, 2018
Ben is not the sort of hero i like. He supposedly loves Sami and always has, yet his actions said otherwise. She was an idiot but she was always his. Too bad he wasn’t always hers.
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September 11, 2019"I just can’t believe I’m that fucking lucky. Knowing that I’m the only one to ever have you like this? That’s the kind of news a man could live on the rest of his life and die happy. And this just proves what I’ve known all along.”
“And what’s that exactly?” Sami asked as forced her eyes to meet his as their hot breath mingled.
And staring her square in the eye, Ben spoke his truth. “That ours is a once-in-a-lifetime kind of love, Samantha.”
So is this where he tells her about all his one night stands while they were apart and she was celibate the whole 3 years? You know since it would show this once in a lifetime kind of love from his perspective. Which is the guy gets to fuckaround while the woman remains "pure" and can only sleep with the not so faithful hero.
Eye roll. I will call out these sexist stories as I find them. I am so over double standards and the crappy lives of the heroines in "romance". Are we not in 2019 for fucks sake.
“And what’s that exactly?” Sami asked as forced her eyes to meet his as their hot breath mingled.
And staring her square in the eye, Ben spoke his truth. “That ours is a once-in-a-lifetime kind of love, Samantha.”
So is this where he tells her about all his one night stands while they were apart and she was celibate the whole 3 years? You know since it would show this once in a lifetime kind of love from his perspective. Which is the guy gets to fuckaround while the woman remains "pure" and can only sleep with the not so faithful hero.
Eye roll. I will call out these sexist stories as I find them. I am so over double standards and the crappy lives of the heroines in "romance". Are we not in 2019 for fucks sake.
February 26, 2018
Man, second chance romance is my kryptonite and Paradise Found is one of the best I've read in a very long time!
Sami and Ben have a bit of a tumultuous past. They've never gotten over each other--never managed to find love again after their terribly bitter break-up.
Sami's a tough cookie. She's been walking the catwalk for a decade, and isn't ready to give it all up. She just needs her friends around her, her support system, and one of them is hanging out way too long in Paradise, Tennessee.
Ben is loving his life in Paradise. He's built a business and settled down into the quaint, quiet-ish (we are talking about Paradise and the crazy McKinnon's here . . .) town. Sure, he's not found love again, but that's okay, he's happy. Or so he tries to tell himself.
But Fate has something else in store for Ben and Sami. Err . . . okay, fate and some serious friendly intervention. And once the truth is revealed will Ben and Sami remember how much they loved each other, or will the secrets and lies keep these lovers apart for good?
Swoon. Okay, seriously. Sami and Ben's romance is completely and totally swoon worthy. Especially how Ben is bound and determined to insinuate himself back into Sami's world. And quite honestly, Sami's defenses don't stand a chance against Ben's tenacity. I love the wooing, the caveman behavior, and all the love shared between Ben and Sami and how their friends are there to support them too. I couldn't read the pages fast enough to get to their HEA. And damn, it was worth it! ~ Missy, 5 stars
Sami and Ben have a bit of a tumultuous past. They've never gotten over each other--never managed to find love again after their terribly bitter break-up.
Sami's a tough cookie. She's been walking the catwalk for a decade, and isn't ready to give it all up. She just needs her friends around her, her support system, and one of them is hanging out way too long in Paradise, Tennessee.
Ben is loving his life in Paradise. He's built a business and settled down into the quaint, quiet-ish (we are talking about Paradise and the crazy McKinnon's here . . .) town. Sure, he's not found love again, but that's okay, he's happy. Or so he tries to tell himself.
But Fate has something else in store for Ben and Sami. Err . . . okay, fate and some serious friendly intervention. And once the truth is revealed will Ben and Sami remember how much they loved each other, or will the secrets and lies keep these lovers apart for good?
Swoon. Okay, seriously. Sami and Ben's romance is completely and totally swoon worthy. Especially how Ben is bound and determined to insinuate himself back into Sami's world. And quite honestly, Sami's defenses don't stand a chance against Ben's tenacity. I love the wooing, the caveman behavior, and all the love shared between Ben and Sami and how their friends are there to support them too. I couldn't read the pages fast enough to get to their HEA. And damn, it was worth it! ~ Missy, 5 stars
March 3, 2018
I’m a sucker for second chance romances and this book didn’t disappoint! Sami and Ben were deeply in love and engaged to be married but a trip to the doctors changed everything for the couple. I really wish that Sami would have told Ben what was going on and the way she treated him was so cold and harsh! I had a hard time connecting with Sami because I didn't agree with her actions. As the story progressed I warmed up to her and was hoping she would get her act together and her man back! I loved Ben through and through! He was so alpha and that man has such a mouth on him!! I loved how he didn’t stop fighting for Sami once he found out the truth. This is only the second book that I have read by Sarah O'Rourke and I enjoyed the story very much. The writing was solid, the story held my attention and the pacing was good. I will be making it my business to read more books by this author!
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February 27, 2018
4.5 SMOOCHES!
I'm a huge fan of Sarah O'Rourke, and Paradise, TN is one of my favorite fictional small towns. Their brand of sexy Southern humor never fails to entertain me, and the characters that comprise this small town have made this series a must-read for me.
Paradise Found is a crossover novella between their Sizzle series and the Passion in Paradise series. A second chance romance, Ben and Sami's story was romantic, funny, frustrating, sexy and fun. There was plenty of interaction with some favorite Paradise characters, and the groundwork has been lain for what I hope will be another story in the series! Paradise Found by Sarah O'Rourke gets 4.5 smooches from me!
~ Danielle Palumbo
I'm a huge fan of Sarah O'Rourke, and Paradise, TN is one of my favorite fictional small towns. Their brand of sexy Southern humor never fails to entertain me, and the characters that comprise this small town have made this series a must-read for me.
Paradise Found is a crossover novella between their Sizzle series and the Passion in Paradise series. A second chance romance, Ben and Sami's story was romantic, funny, frustrating, sexy and fun. There was plenty of interaction with some favorite Paradise characters, and the groundwork has been lain for what I hope will be another story in the series! Paradise Found by Sarah O'Rourke gets 4.5 smooches from me!
~ Danielle Palumbo
March 8, 2018
4.5 SMOOCHES!
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March 5, 2018
Paradise Found is the latest work by author Sarah O'Rourke. While it does have characters popping up from her Paradise series you can definitely read this second chance romance as a standalone.
Ben and Sami are in love, happy and planning their future. But for reasons that are important to Sami, she leaves Ben devastated by breaking their engagement and leaving him.
Sarah O'Rourke is a brilliant storyteller that uses southern humor, sexy males, and intense emotions to draw a reader into her stories. Sami and Ben were an amazing couple that you know should be together and yet you worried that their issues were so big it would keep them apart. It takes a strong woman deeply in love to walk away like Sami did, to sacrifice so much for the person you love.
I just adored Ben! One of the best male characters I have come across. And when he found out the reasons Sami left, nothing would stop him from claiming what has always been his.
This was a great read and if you haven't had a chance to read the other books in Sarah O'Rourke's Paradise series, you are definitely missing out!
February 26, 2018
I recommend reading Sarah O'Rourke's new book, Paradise Found :) It was filled with heartfelt emotion, funny moments, sad moments, self discovery, but most importantly, no matter the made up lies to push away Ben, the distance, and the years that passed by, the love between Samantha and Ben could never die... That's what defines Ben and his woman, Samantha <3
Both stubborn, Ben believed the worst of Samantha and Samantha made up lies to push away Ben and sacrifice her happiness to what she believed though was the best for Ben's future when she found out she couldn't give him what he desired... a family. So many miscommunications and thinking one knew what was best for the other, led for these two to suffer greatly, being apart from one another; one knowing the truth and willing to self sacrifice to what she believed the other wanted most and Ben thinking the worst of Samantha because she made it think that way, not knowing that in her doing so, destroyed her every single day being apart from him. I cried in reading some parts of their story...
Luckily, their friends had enough of seeing Samantha in pain and decided to intervene, like fairy godmothers and godfather ;) Ben finally learns what made Samantha act the way she did all those years ago, it wounded his heart because he said horrible and painful words to her but now knowing the truth, determination and patience fueled him to show his woman that they could be together and have their happily ever after and show Samantha that all Ben really needed was her <3
This was a love story filled with a lot of misunderstandings, miscommunication, self sacrifice, loss, sorrow, and friends willing to do anything to reunite two souls that should have never separated and that were meant to be together because they belonged in each other's arms and deserved their happily ever after <3
Both stubborn, Ben believed the worst of Samantha and Samantha made up lies to push away Ben and sacrifice her happiness to what she believed though was the best for Ben's future when she found out she couldn't give him what he desired... a family. So many miscommunications and thinking one knew what was best for the other, led for these two to suffer greatly, being apart from one another; one knowing the truth and willing to self sacrifice to what she believed the other wanted most and Ben thinking the worst of Samantha because she made it think that way, not knowing that in her doing so, destroyed her every single day being apart from him. I cried in reading some parts of their story...
Luckily, their friends had enough of seeing Samantha in pain and decided to intervene, like fairy godmothers and godfather ;) Ben finally learns what made Samantha act the way she did all those years ago, it wounded his heart because he said horrible and painful words to her but now knowing the truth, determination and patience fueled him to show his woman that they could be together and have their happily ever after and show Samantha that all Ben really needed was her <3
This was a love story filled with a lot of misunderstandings, miscommunication, self sacrifice, loss, sorrow, and friends willing to do anything to reunite two souls that should have never separated and that were meant to be together because they belonged in each other's arms and deserved their happily ever after <3
March 6, 2018
First of all, I so love Sarah's books!!! All of the books that I've read written by her, all are amazing.
Paradise Found, wow!! Even on the first few chapters, I was easily got hooked and I almost cried. I was sad for Samantha and Ben. Despite being a happy couple, a devastating news will make their relationship end. After a few years, their paths will again cross and Ben will not stop until he gets what he wants.
Ben and Samantha, I love these 2. Guys, this book there's no dull moments! Loved it!!!
Paradise Found, wow!! Even on the first few chapters, I was easily got hooked and I almost cried. I was sad for Samantha and Ben. Despite being a happy couple, a devastating news will make their relationship end. After a few years, their paths will again cross and Ben will not stop until he gets what he wants.
Ben and Samantha, I love these 2. Guys, this book there's no dull moments! Loved it!!!
February 26, 2018
Paradise Found is a story of a couple who's been gifted with second chances, it is a story of sacrifice, heart break and forgiveness. The dynamic duo writing team of Sarah O'Rourke has once again written a story that I couldn't put down. I devoured the book in hours.
Have a tissue box ready because this book will give you all the feels. The writers will put you through a wringer but don't despair as the story has such a beautiful ending. I love both the main characters Ben and Sammi, they were the perfect couple leading the perfect life but with one stroke of bad luck everything went down. Betrayal, tragedy, angry words were spoken. One of the reasons why this book is so wonderful for me is the side characters and were great addition to the storyline.
Pick up Paradise Found, I highly recommend it.
** this book was given to me by the authors but the thoughts written are of my own **
Have a tissue box ready because this book will give you all the feels. The writers will put you through a wringer but don't despair as the story has such a beautiful ending. I love both the main characters Ben and Sammi, they were the perfect couple leading the perfect life but with one stroke of bad luck everything went down. Betrayal, tragedy, angry words were spoken. One of the reasons why this book is so wonderful for me is the side characters and were great addition to the storyline.
Pick up Paradise Found, I highly recommend it.
** this book was given to me by the authors but the thoughts written are of my own **
February 26, 2018
k Sarah O'Rourke has done it again. These women, whether Novellas or Novels they give you all the feels. I was once again captured from the prologue till the end.
Sami and Ben story start of with such heart break. My heart really goes out to them both. They go through something that really makes you feel to your soul. This causes them to separate for Three years.
When the Amazing, Hot and very persuasive Ben finds out things aren't what they meant to be, with the help of Awesome best friends and Characters from the previous Paradise books.
They help, Conspire and make sure these two that are meant for each other, talk and sort out all their issues.
This Quick but oh so Hot and Chemistry Fuelled story that will have you dazzled and Giggling like a school girl. Loved this story and I really Enjoyed seeing Zeke and Honor especially.
Enjoy Ladies!!!!
Sami and Ben story start of with such heart break. My heart really goes out to them both. They go through something that really makes you feel to your soul. This causes them to separate for Three years.
When the Amazing, Hot and very persuasive Ben finds out things aren't what they meant to be, with the help of Awesome best friends and Characters from the previous Paradise books.
They help, Conspire and make sure these two that are meant for each other, talk and sort out all their issues.
This Quick but oh so Hot and Chemistry Fuelled story that will have you dazzled and Giggling like a school girl. Loved this story and I really Enjoyed seeing Zeke and Honor especially.
Enjoy Ladies!!!!
February 23, 2018
Oh how sad for Sami. I understand where she came from when she did what she did. She though she was being selfless. I feel just as bad for Ben. Sami completely blindsided him and then knew exactly how to hurt him enough for him to leave.
Thank God for Fate and meddlesome best friends. Deception brought Sami to Paradise, however, love keeps her there. I love how Ben wouldn’t let Sami go this time. How he fights for her the way he should have the first time arounds.
It was wonderful seeing all of my favorite Paradise residents. I have missed them so much. If you haven’t read this series yet, you should.
Thank God for Fate and meddlesome best friends. Deception brought Sami to Paradise, however, love keeps her there. I love how Ben wouldn’t let Sami go this time. How he fights for her the way he should have the first time arounds.
It was wonderful seeing all of my favorite Paradise residents. I have missed them so much. If you haven’t read this series yet, you should.
March 1, 2018
Return to paradise
Another couple finds love in Paradise. It's nice to see the crew back together in Paradise. Love all the characters
Another couple finds love in Paradise. It's nice to see the crew back together in Paradise. Love all the characters
March 4, 2018
I loved taking a trip back to Paradise! From the very beginning, I was in love with Ben. He is definitely what I would describe as the perfect man. Second chance romances are my absolute #1 favorite trope ever. Sarah absolutely delivered, proving yet again why I love them so much.
Sami is a top notch model working for Cordova, who Ben doesn't think is good enough for Sami because of the way they treat her. She absolutely loves her life though. Her and Ben are extremely happy and in love, planning a wedding. The next step is having children. When Sami gets devastating news from her doctor, she knows that she has to let go of Ben. It breaks her heart but she loves Ben so much that she doesn't want to hold him back from the future he envisions. She also knows that the truth can't be told because he will give up his dreams for her which she doesn't want. She believes he deserves complete happiness that she can't provide.
Ben is completely in love with Sami. She is his world. He would move heaven and earth for her. Do when she comes home one day and breaks their engagement in the meanest way possible, his heart is shredded. I wish I was there to console him because Ben is the most perfect male specimen ever! He doesn't want to let go without a fight which makes what Sami has to say to him even worse because she knows he would compromise everything to be with her.
A few years later, Sami's life is falling apart and her best friend is still in Paradise. She and Mannie road trip to Paradise to bring her home. She is in for a huge surprise when she finds that not only is her best friend happy there but Ben is living there as well. She is now in for the ride of her life because Ben is not letting her get away again. Thanks to Viv telling him the real reason Sam left him, Ben is determined to make her his forever.
Even if you haven't read any of the other Paradise books, you can absolutely read this as a standalone. I do highly recommend you read the others at some point though because they are all 5 star reads. I can't tell you enough how much I loved this book! ❤❤
Sami is a top notch model working for Cordova, who Ben doesn't think is good enough for Sami because of the way they treat her. She absolutely loves her life though. Her and Ben are extremely happy and in love, planning a wedding. The next step is having children. When Sami gets devastating news from her doctor, she knows that she has to let go of Ben. It breaks her heart but she loves Ben so much that she doesn't want to hold him back from the future he envisions. She also knows that the truth can't be told because he will give up his dreams for her which she doesn't want. She believes he deserves complete happiness that she can't provide.
Ben is completely in love with Sami. She is his world. He would move heaven and earth for her. Do when she comes home one day and breaks their engagement in the meanest way possible, his heart is shredded. I wish I was there to console him because Ben is the most perfect male specimen ever! He doesn't want to let go without a fight which makes what Sami has to say to him even worse because she knows he would compromise everything to be with her.
A few years later, Sami's life is falling apart and her best friend is still in Paradise. She and Mannie road trip to Paradise to bring her home. She is in for a huge surprise when she finds that not only is her best friend happy there but Ben is living there as well. She is now in for the ride of her life because Ben is not letting her get away again. Thanks to Viv telling him the real reason Sam left him, Ben is determined to make her his forever.
Even if you haven't read any of the other Paradise books, you can absolutely read this as a standalone. I do highly recommend you read the others at some point though because they are all 5 star reads. I can't tell you enough how much I loved this book! ❤❤
March 19, 2018
Just finished this amazing book and I want more cause it was just that good!
Sami is a super model and Ben is a photographer. Together they make all their friends sick with how much they love each other. Sami gets some devastating news and ends things with Ben thinking she is doing the right thing. 3 years later, their paths cross again with the help of their friends. Can they talk it out and get back together? Or, will they go their separate ways again.
You have to read it cause I dont do spoilers! lol Just watch out for Aunt Ida!
Sami is a super model and Ben is a photographer. Together they make all their friends sick with how much they love each other. Sami gets some devastating news and ends things with Ben thinking she is doing the right thing. 3 years later, their paths cross again with the help of their friends. Can they talk it out and get back together? Or, will they go their separate ways again.
You have to read it cause I dont do spoilers! lol Just watch out for Aunt Ida!
March 4, 2018
Confession time... I'm way behind in reading the Passion in Paradise series by Sarah O'Rourke. I know that the "Too many books, too little time" excuse is WAY overused, but it's honestly the only one I've got. *hangs head in shame* So far I've read Cain's Salvation and Hard as Stone. Even though Paradise Found isn't exactly part of the same series, it is set in the same town (obviously) with a lot of the same characters. So... the good news is, this short, sweet little jaunt back into Paradise made me want to go back and check out the books I've missed. ;)
The prologue of Paradise Found was heartbreaking and from that moment on, I was hooked. I just had to find out how this author duo was going to fix this for Ben and Sami - because things most definitely needed fixing. I didn't exactly agree with how either character handled things, but hind sight's 20/20 so I'll cut them a little slack. All I gotta say is thank goodness their friends had their back. Otherwise fate may have taken forever to get these two back together.
Which brings me to the supporting characters. Some of them are obviously from previous books, which gives me even more incentive to take a trip back to Paradise, but Sami's friends were some of my favorites - especially Mannie. I kinda had a soft spot for him and I really hope he and his man make a trip back to Paradise. I have to say, one of my favorite couples showed up at the end... Orla and Jethro - Sami's introduction to them was priceless. For that reason only, I'm going to try to start my return to Paradise with Wed by Wednesday - the prequel to the Passion in Paradise series.
So, to wrap things up, Paradise Found was short, but it wasn't lacking. I got really mad at BOTH the characters from time to time, but no one's perfect. It was a great little escape into a town full of quirky characters who had a hard time staying out of each other's business, but they had big hearts so that little flaw was pretty easy to forgive. ;)
I received Paradise Found in exchange for a fair and honest review.
The prologue of Paradise Found was heartbreaking and from that moment on, I was hooked. I just had to find out how this author duo was going to fix this for Ben and Sami - because things most definitely needed fixing. I didn't exactly agree with how either character handled things, but hind sight's 20/20 so I'll cut them a little slack. All I gotta say is thank goodness their friends had their back. Otherwise fate may have taken forever to get these two back together.
Which brings me to the supporting characters. Some of them are obviously from previous books, which gives me even more incentive to take a trip back to Paradise, but Sami's friends were some of my favorites - especially Mannie. I kinda had a soft spot for him and I really hope he and his man make a trip back to Paradise. I have to say, one of my favorite couples showed up at the end... Orla and Jethro - Sami's introduction to them was priceless. For that reason only, I'm going to try to start my return to Paradise with Wed by Wednesday - the prequel to the Passion in Paradise series.
So, to wrap things up, Paradise Found was short, but it wasn't lacking. I got really mad at BOTH the characters from time to time, but no one's perfect. It was a great little escape into a town full of quirky characters who had a hard time staying out of each other's business, but they had big hearts so that little flaw was pretty easy to forgive. ;)
I received Paradise Found in exchange for a fair and honest review.
March 9, 2018
Sami Dixon is at the end of her career wondering what to do next. But she about to come face to face with the past she walked away from.
Ben Atkins never got over the loss of his one time love. He's done what he could to move on, but when fate delivers her to his doorstep he'll do whatever to take to win her back.
Their love was deep and intense right from the start but so many years have past since they split. Can they find a way to get past the past and embrace their future once again?
Paradise Found is a fun, witty, sensual second chance romance that captivates right from the start.
The connection between Sami and Ben is hot and can't be extinguished even after years apart, their devotion to each other is endearing. I love how Ben takes charge when Sami comes back, he's not about to let her get away again. Sami's feistiness coupled with Ben's patience makes them the perfect couple.
I really enjoyed Paradise Found with it's passionate second chance romance, heartwarming passion, and incredible characters.
Whether you've read Sarah's Sizzling Series and/or Passion in Paradise Series, you will still definitely enjoy Paradise Found. So pick up Paradise Found today and let Ben shower you with his charm and loving heart.
Ben Atkins never got over the loss of his one time love. He's done what he could to move on, but when fate delivers her to his doorstep he'll do whatever to take to win her back.
Their love was deep and intense right from the start but so many years have past since they split. Can they find a way to get past the past and embrace their future once again?
Paradise Found is a fun, witty, sensual second chance romance that captivates right from the start.
The connection between Sami and Ben is hot and can't be extinguished even after years apart, their devotion to each other is endearing. I love how Ben takes charge when Sami comes back, he's not about to let her get away again. Sami's feistiness coupled with Ben's patience makes them the perfect couple.
I really enjoyed Paradise Found with it's passionate second chance romance, heartwarming passion, and incredible characters.
Whether you've read Sarah's Sizzling Series and/or Passion in Paradise Series, you will still definitely enjoy Paradise Found. So pick up Paradise Found today and let Ben shower you with his charm and loving heart.
February 28, 2018
I am always utterly charmed almost every time I read by book by the writing duo known as Sarah O'Rourke, and Paradise Found is no exception. Samantha, our hero, is charming and graceful and beautiful and has ventured her way to Paradise in search of a wayward friend gone missing. I really liked Samantha, but her reasons for breaking up with our hero many years before simply tore my heart right outta my chest. I hurt so much for this woman!!! Now, normally the super-model behavior I would anticipate with this type of character would be a huge turn-off for me but she was written so well that it was more comical and snobbish and mean. I genuinely really enjoyed her. Now her hero, Ben, he is wonderful! Samantha has wandered into the town in which he has relocated and built a new life for himself after Samantha destroyed him. I adored Ben so much that I will even overlook his horrible potty mouth and boorish behavior when Samantha dumped him years ago in light of the fact he made up for it in huge ways. Ben was sexy and romantic and so alpha in his behavior, I half expected him to club her over the head to win her compliance. Now that Ben has been made aware of why Samantha broke up with him, he is will to do anything he has to show her that they belong together and his life is complete without her. These two have a rocky reunion when they come face-to-face for the first time in 4 years but don't worry, the good citizens of Paradise help them out in all sorts of funny and charming ways. The plot was fun and fresh and the secondary characters from previous series brought the right amount of laughter to a very emotional reunion. The sex scenes were erotic but heavy with emotion (and lots of dirty-talking, which is a huge plus). I loved every second of their reunion and it was quite clear that there is no one else in the world more perfect for each other than Samantha and Ben. I can't wait for the next book in this series. Seriously, I want to live in Paradise. 4.5 stars!
March 6, 2018
Paradise Found is a second chance romance - a trope for which I'm a sucker. Sami is a model whose career has ended, while Ben is a photographer -
and the man she had been planning to start a life with before she broke up with him. Now that they are both in the same town - O'Rourke's fictional small town in Tennessee, Paradise - it seems like fate (or well meaning friends) is determined to give them a second chance. The only question is whether they are willing to go for it.
O'Rourke has filled this book with familiar characters from previous Paradise books and it was nice to see some of those beloved faces again. I should point out that it is not necessary to have read those previous books to enjoy this one - but it is a nice treat for those who do know this series already. The connection between Sami and Ben is hot as are their feelings for one another. However, it is this point that also made it difficult for me to really connect with Sami. I thought her actions at the start of the book were incredibly selfish and high-handed and it made me question the strength of their relationship. By acting as she does, Sami takes away Ben's choices and I didn't love that.
Nonetheless, if you enjoy the Paradise and Sizzle series, you will enjoy Paradise Found. There is a lot of humor in this book and I did enjoy seeing how Ben and Sami overcame their issues to have their second chance.
4 Stars.
and the man she had been planning to start a life with before she broke up with him. Now that they are both in the same town - O'Rourke's fictional small town in Tennessee, Paradise - it seems like fate (or well meaning friends) is determined to give them a second chance. The only question is whether they are willing to go for it.
O'Rourke has filled this book with familiar characters from previous Paradise books and it was nice to see some of those beloved faces again. I should point out that it is not necessary to have read those previous books to enjoy this one - but it is a nice treat for those who do know this series already. The connection between Sami and Ben is hot as are their feelings for one another. However, it is this point that also made it difficult for me to really connect with Sami. I thought her actions at the start of the book were incredibly selfish and high-handed and it made me question the strength of their relationship. By acting as she does, Sami takes away Ben's choices and I didn't love that.
Nonetheless, if you enjoy the Paradise and Sizzle series, you will enjoy Paradise Found. There is a lot of humor in this book and I did enjoy seeing how Ben and Sami overcame their issues to have their second chance.
4 Stars.
March 10, 2018
Sami was deliriously happy with the man of her dreams, Ben. They had grand plans: house, kids, the domesticated life. She was looking forward to every minute...until her doctor told her she couldn’t have kids. At that moment, she decides that she cannot hold Ben back from his dream. Even though it breaks her heart, she tells him that that she wants to focus on her career instead of making a family. Sami can see that she is breaking Ben’s heart, but she is determined to give him a chance at a family with someone who can give him the kids he so desperately wants.
Fast forward three years, and thanks to some well-meaning friends, they are thrown back together. Almost instantaneously, Ben realizes he doesn’t want to let Sami go again. How can he convince her to stay, though?
I would give this book 3.5 stars. It was cute, but I thought it was silly she didn’t just say she couldn’t have kids in the first place. I was asked by the author for an honest review.
Fast forward three years, and thanks to some well-meaning friends, they are thrown back together. Almost instantaneously, Ben realizes he doesn’t want to let Sami go again. How can he convince her to stay, though?
I would give this book 3.5 stars. It was cute, but I thought it was silly she didn’t just say she couldn’t have kids in the first place. I was asked by the author for an honest review.
March 15, 2018
Stubborn and unemployed Samantha travels to the “too nice” town of Paradise, TN to rescue her best friend. What she doesn’t know is that it’s a set up by her friends to reunite her with her ex fiancé Ben. After Ben learns the real reason Samantha left him heartbroken, nothing will stop him from making things right.
This is a continuation of the Paradise Series. The story will be easier to follow if read in order. This series is a great read!
This is a continuation of the Paradise Series. The story will be easier to follow if read in order. This series is a great read!
March 9, 2018
I'm gonna have to move and find me a town like Paradise.... :)
I really enjoy these books from the Sarah O'Rourke gals and Paradise Found was no exception.
A great second chance romance - one of my fave genres - along with some interfering friends, favourite characters from the series and a hero determined not to make a mistake again, Samantha didn't stand a chance when it came to meeting Benjamin again!
While I understood her motives behind leaving him in the first place I didn't agree with what she did and she should have spoken to him - but as with all good stories, there wouldn't be a book if the characters used their common sense and did the right thing now, would there??
This story was packed with humour, chemistry, heat, love and affection.
A great read and another fun instalment in the Paradise series.
I rate Paradise Found 4*
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I received a copy of the book for an honest review but also 1-C'd my own copy on release day
I really enjoy these books from the Sarah O'Rourke gals and Paradise Found was no exception.
A great second chance romance - one of my fave genres - along with some interfering friends, favourite characters from the series and a hero determined not to make a mistake again, Samantha didn't stand a chance when it came to meeting Benjamin again!
While I understood her motives behind leaving him in the first place I didn't agree with what she did and she should have spoken to him - but as with all good stories, there wouldn't be a book if the characters used their common sense and did the right thing now, would there??
This story was packed with humour, chemistry, heat, love and affection.
A great read and another fun instalment in the Paradise series.
I rate Paradise Found 4*
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I received a copy of the book for an honest review but also 1-C'd my own copy on release day
March 9, 2018
I'm gonna have to move and find me a town like Paradise.... :)
I really enjoy these books from the Sarah O'Rourke gals and Paradise Found was no exception.
A great second chance romance - one of my fave genres - along with some interfering friends, favourite characters from the series and a hero determined not to make a mistake again, Samantha didn't stand a chance when it came to meeting Benjamin again!
While I understood her motives behind leaving him in the first place I didn't agree with what she did and she should have spoken to him - but as with all good stories, there wouldn't be a book if the characters used their common sense and did the right thing now, would there??
This story was packed with humour, chemistry, heat, love and affection.
A great read and another fun instalment in the Paradise series.
I rate Paradise Found 4*
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I received a copy of the book for an honest review - but also 1-C'd my own copy
I really enjoy these books from the Sarah O'Rourke gals and Paradise Found was no exception.
A great second chance romance - one of my fave genres - along with some interfering friends, favourite characters from the series and a hero determined not to make a mistake again, Samantha didn't stand a chance when it came to meeting Benjamin again!
While I understood her motives behind leaving him in the first place I didn't agree with what she did and she should have spoken to him - but as with all good stories, there wouldn't be a book if the characters used their common sense and did the right thing now, would there??
This story was packed with humour, chemistry, heat, love and affection.
A great read and another fun instalment in the Paradise series.
I rate Paradise Found 4*
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I received a copy of the book for an honest review - but also 1-C'd my own copy
March 8, 2018
5 Stars!
Another fantastic book from Sarah O'Rourke. These two ladies delivered an incredible romance with one love story that will stay with you long after the pages quit turning and one swoony alpha male you don't want to miss out on. I became a fan of these ladies a couple of years back and they got me coming back each and every time to this sweet fictional little town.
Paradise Found was so so good... such an amazing book and an unforgettable second chance romance. Sami and Ben gave me all of the feels in the very best (and most frustrating) ways. From the start I was hooked on them and the journey that laid ahead. It wasn't easy and their past was rather ugly... but their second time to get it right was perfection in every single way.
If you like an easier, lighter, sweeter, sexier romance with a lot of steam and loads of heart, then check out this incredible duo.
I highly recommend this book.
Reviewed for Renee Entress's Blog.
Another fantastic book from Sarah O'Rourke. These two ladies delivered an incredible romance with one love story that will stay with you long after the pages quit turning and one swoony alpha male you don't want to miss out on. I became a fan of these ladies a couple of years back and they got me coming back each and every time to this sweet fictional little town.
Paradise Found was so so good... such an amazing book and an unforgettable second chance romance. Sami and Ben gave me all of the feels in the very best (and most frustrating) ways. From the start I was hooked on them and the journey that laid ahead. It wasn't easy and their past was rather ugly... but their second time to get it right was perfection in every single way.
If you like an easier, lighter, sweeter, sexier romance with a lot of steam and loads of heart, then check out this incredible duo.
I highly recommend this book.
Reviewed for Renee Entress's Blog.
August 21, 2018
Humor and heartache along with some hot and sweet
A crossover between two series, Passion in Paradise and Sizzle, you don't have to have read either series to enjoy this second-chances story, though previous fans will be pleased with with the references to earlier books.
Despite a bitter breakup, neither Ben or Samantha forgot the one they thought they could have it all with, and I was pulled into their story immediately. I felt for both of them, and began cheering as their friends stepped in to try and give the two the HEA they deserve.
There are plenty of laughs (Sami's meeting with Jellybean had me in hysterics!) as well as feels here, and some shenanigans to boot. If you enjoy a little caveman-style possessiveness (and remember this is a rom-com and not real life), Ben's plan to make sure Sami stays in his life now that she's back will have you grinning from ear to ear.
Humor and heartache along with some hot and sweet all add up to make this an engaging, enjoyable read. 4.5 stars
B2B Kelly
A crossover between two series, Passion in Paradise and Sizzle, you don't have to have read either series to enjoy this second-chances story, though previous fans will be pleased with with the references to earlier books.
Despite a bitter breakup, neither Ben or Samantha forgot the one they thought they could have it all with, and I was pulled into their story immediately. I felt for both of them, and began cheering as their friends stepped in to try and give the two the HEA they deserve.
There are plenty of laughs (Sami's meeting with Jellybean had me in hysterics!) as well as feels here, and some shenanigans to boot. If you enjoy a little caveman-style possessiveness (and remember this is a rom-com and not real life), Ben's plan to make sure Sami stays in his life now that she's back will have you grinning from ear to ear.
Humor and heartache along with some hot and sweet all add up to make this an engaging, enjoyable read. 4.5 stars
B2B Kelly
March 7, 2018
Reviewer: Cathy
Rating: 3.5 Stars
I've been on a second chance romance kick recently and this was a new author for me. I found this a really quick read that held my attention throughout the book. Both Sami and Ben didn't react the best when hard times arouse and broke up. Their friends decide to try and get them back together and that's most of the book. I loved their friends! I wish we saw more of them. Both the people of Paradise and the friends from Atlanta. This would have been a higher rating for me if there was just a little more development. I feel like the story was a little rushed. I could have done with more both for Sami and Ben as well as everyone else. But I am really curios about everyone and will check out other stories by Sarah.
Rating: 3.5 Stars
I've been on a second chance romance kick recently and this was a new author for me. I found this a really quick read that held my attention throughout the book. Both Sami and Ben didn't react the best when hard times arouse and broke up. Their friends decide to try and get them back together and that's most of the book. I loved their friends! I wish we saw more of them. Both the people of Paradise and the friends from Atlanta. This would have been a higher rating for me if there was just a little more development. I feel like the story was a little rushed. I could have done with more both for Sami and Ben as well as everyone else. But I am really curios about everyone and will check out other stories by Sarah.
March 7, 2018
Second chances do exist even if it is several years later. Sami is SO SO stubborn and I just love her so. She did what she thought was right to let Ben be happy. Ben is VERY alpha male and you can't help but love him also. I don't necessarily love how he got her to talk to him but at the same time her stubbornness was not going to let things happen easily.
This is told in dual POV and yet most of it is really just the two of them talking, etc... In a way I wish we had more interactions with others...but this really is a book about forgiveness, second chances, true love and fighting for what you want. Second chances don't come around every day and neither Ben nor Sami would have guessed it was possible either and yet their love never faded even when apart.
This is told in dual POV and yet most of it is really just the two of them talking, etc... In a way I wish we had more interactions with others...but this really is a book about forgiveness, second chances, true love and fighting for what you want. Second chances don't come around every day and neither Ben nor Sami would have guessed it was possible either and yet their love never faded even when apart.
March 7, 2018
4.5 star
I was pulled right into this story. The story has laughs, pain, and heartbreak.
This is Sami and Ben’s story. Sami is out to prove herself. Ben was at the top of his game and now understands what it means to fall. Can these two figure out if they want a second chance? Or are they about to break each other’s hearts again? Can they figure out what they want before all the fighting leads to never talking again? Is the fighting a way to let off steam that would turn to more passion if they let it? Are these two meant to be together or is this one final goodbye?
I loved these characters and the side characters. I felt I could connect with the characters and the story was a great read.
I highly recommend this book.
I was pulled right into this story. The story has laughs, pain, and heartbreak.
This is Sami and Ben’s story. Sami is out to prove herself. Ben was at the top of his game and now understands what it means to fall. Can these two figure out if they want a second chance? Or are they about to break each other’s hearts again? Can they figure out what they want before all the fighting leads to never talking again? Is the fighting a way to let off steam that would turn to more passion if they let it? Are these two meant to be together or is this one final goodbye?
I loved these characters and the side characters. I felt I could connect with the characters and the story was a great read.
I highly recommend this book.
March 4, 2018
You never know what you have until it's missing...
Funny, sad, romantic, passionate and a little crazy comedy. Crossover with many of your favorites from the Sizzle and Passion in Paradise series. The past comes back to haunt these previous lovers, though if they aren't happy now, maybe haunt isn't exactly the right word. And now a bit about the story...
Sami is engaged and ready to start her family. Ben is her adoring finance. They have all kinds of plans in place until Sami gets some bad news. Then she runs. Now they are face to face again after three years... can they forgive each other?
Favorite passages:
- “You’ve got a God-given gift, mi cielo. Seize it! Savor it! Celebrate it! But for God’s sake, don’t squander it.”
- “Maybe you can offer your tiara or tie to the bears when they come out of the woods tonight and try and eat us!”
- “But what I’ve learned is when love is true and real, it will find a way to bloom.”
- “Because my momma raised a gentleman, however, I won’t make you beg for it too awfully long.”
Note: I was given a free copy and voluntarily chose to review this book.
Funny, sad, romantic, passionate and a little crazy comedy. Crossover with many of your favorites from the Sizzle and Passion in Paradise series. The past comes back to haunt these previous lovers, though if they aren't happy now, maybe haunt isn't exactly the right word. And now a bit about the story...
Sami is engaged and ready to start her family. Ben is her adoring finance. They have all kinds of plans in place until Sami gets some bad news. Then she runs. Now they are face to face again after three years... can they forgive each other?
Favorite passages:
- “You’ve got a God-given gift, mi cielo. Seize it! Savor it! Celebrate it! But for God’s sake, don’t squander it.”
- “Maybe you can offer your tiara or tie to the bears when they come out of the woods tonight and try and eat us!”
- “But what I’ve learned is when love is true and real, it will find a way to bloom.”
- “Because my momma raised a gentleman, however, I won’t make you beg for it too awfully long.”
Note: I was given a free copy and voluntarily chose to review this book.
March 3, 2018
Overall, I really enjoyed Ben and Sami's story -- I love second chance stories and the beauty that comes from lessons learned and the joy from restoring what was lost.
There were several sweet and fun moments wrapped up in this story. I totally fell for Ben! Once he discovered the truth, his determination and belief that he could set things right for both of them was overwhelming.
I had a hard time connecting with Sami. While I understood her response to the situation and what she did/was doing to try to give Ben everything he wanted, the way she went about it was hard for me to take. When they both finally got on the same page, it made my heart happier.
I haven't finished reading all of the books in their Passion In Paradise series and knowing there were quite a few cameos (like the Sheriff!) made me want to make sure I go back and check them out!
There were several sweet and fun moments wrapped up in this story. I totally fell for Ben! Once he discovered the truth, his determination and belief that he could set things right for both of them was overwhelming.
I had a hard time connecting with Sami. While I understood her response to the situation and what she did/was doing to try to give Ben everything he wanted, the way she went about it was hard for me to take. When they both finally got on the same page, it made my heart happier.
I haven't finished reading all of the books in their Passion In Paradise series and knowing there were quite a few cameos (like the Sheriff!) made me want to make sure I go back and check them out!
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