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3.58 AVERAGE
3.58 AVERAGE
*Copy provided to Bayou Book Junkie by the author for my reading pleasure in hopes of an unbiased opinion, a review was not a requirement.*
The first three novellas of the Ellery Mountain series are set in Ellery, Tennessee and tell the stories of three best friends who find love in their small town. These books could be read individually, but I think you'd get more enjoyment if you read them in the appropriate order, especially because book 2 continues a storyline from book 1.
We met Daniel in the previous novella in this series, and knew a little bit about Luke's history. In this novella, we get a lot more background on Luke and his parents and what happened when Luke escaped the town. I really liked Daniel. He gave the impression of being a hard guy, but he wasn't. He wanted to provide services and supports to other veteran's who didn't have the same kind of support as himself. Daniel was also a great friend and son, and had a close relationship with his mom. I felt we really needed a longer book for this story, as most of it was taken up with Luke's depression. I really felt the last thing Luke needed was an instalove story. He needed counseling and time to get himself together, to be in a better place for a relationship. I didn't feel the connection between the two main characters.
Of all the stories, this one could have used more story. I didn't feel the relationship developing between Luke and Daniel, and really felt the instalove was just too soon. Plus, with Luke's history and his anger and hatred for the people in the town, it didn't seem like there was anything resolved, and then he was fine with just moving in with Daniel and settling down.
Rating: 3.5 stars
The first three novellas of the Ellery Mountain series are set in Ellery, Tennessee and tell the stories of three best friends who find love in their small town. These books could be read individually, but I think you'd get more enjoyment if you read them in the appropriate order, especially because book 2 continues a storyline from book 1.
We met Daniel in the previous novella in this series, and knew a little bit about Luke's history. In this novella, we get a lot more background on Luke and his parents and what happened when Luke escaped the town. I really liked Daniel. He gave the impression of being a hard guy, but he wasn't. He wanted to provide services and supports to other veteran's who didn't have the same kind of support as himself. Daniel was also a great friend and son, and had a close relationship with his mom. I felt we really needed a longer book for this story, as most of it was taken up with Luke's depression. I really felt the last thing Luke needed was an instalove story. He needed counseling and time to get himself together, to be in a better place for a relationship. I didn't feel the connection between the two main characters.
Of all the stories, this one could have used more story. I didn't feel the relationship developing between Luke and Daniel, and really felt the instalove was just too soon. Plus, with Luke's history and his anger and hatred for the people in the town, it didn't seem like there was anything resolved, and then he was fine with just moving in with Daniel and settling down.
Rating: 3.5 stars
I liked Luke and Daniel. What I didn't like was Luke still talking with Zach. It kind of rubbed me wrong.
Daniel and his moodiness :)
Spoiler
How long was Zach cheating on Luke for? Then Luke still talks to him everyday and acts like he didn't walk into their bedroom while Zach was with someone else? Yeah, that doesn't fly.Daniel and his moodiness :)
I definitely liked this as much, maybe a little bit more than the first one. Great characters and emotion between Daniel and Luke, I really liked them both. Can't wait for more in this series!
I have a feeling things aren't over for these two, they have some serious issues to sort out.
The book had a few errors that hadn't been caught by the proof readers and at least one instance where names got switched.
Plan to buy book three once my self imposed book buying embargo is over.
The book had a few errors that hadn't been caught by the proof readers and at least one instance where names got switched.
Plan to buy book three once my self imposed book buying embargo is over.
This covers a short amount of time & is instalove - but I did enjoy Daniel & Luke as a couple.
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
3.5 stars
Thank you "The Elf on the Shelf"
Good follow up to the series
I liked Daniel and how patient he was with Luke. Luke has his issues especially seeing his worth and Daniel just pushed him when needed but also let him work his way to it.
The bond between the friend group is great to read
Thank you "The Elf on the Shelf"
Good follow up to the series
I liked Daniel and how patient he was with Luke. Luke has his issues especially seeing his worth and Daniel just pushed him when needed but also let him work his way to it.
The bond between the friend group is great to read
Luke has come back to sell off his legacy now that his drunken father is dead. He wants nothing to do with the town that allowed his father to abuse him for so long. But life has a way of putting people in your path that you need even though you do not think you need anything. For Luke that is Daniel. Can Luke get over the hurt that he feels every time he looks around? Can Daniel show him that Luke is safe and can live again? I absolutely love this series. With each addition the characters get better and better. RJ Scott has once again created a new world filled with hope and love - and really hot men!!!
Apart from the book finishing at the 85% mark in the ebook version (which is really disappointing when you think you have a bit more to enjoy), I really liked the story. This series just has a real feel-good vibe about it. All the characters are lovely and there is a happy ending - very easy reading.