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briannajjessica's review
challenging
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
booksboozeandcaffeine's review
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
readfrenzy's review against another edition
5.0
NOW LIVE!
Jewel E. Ann wrote If This is Love. That’s all I needed to know to make me want to read it. I didn’t even know the plot. I just dove right in. Let me tell you, this book is simply spectacular. It’s been a long while since a book kept me up all night, so even though I’m sporting bags under my eyes today, it was totally worth it.
Let me start by saying that Jewel E. Ann always has the best opening lines. Period.
Well, if that doesn’t suck you in like a Dyson then I don’t know what will. You might as well grab some popcorn and settle in because this is one juicy soap opera that will keep those pages turning.
The story takes place on a shady billionaire’s ranch. Fletcher is one evil bastard. I hated him and his entitled family with a deep passion. The only exception is Fletcher’s wife, Ruthie, who dotes on Indie like a loving mother should, but when she dies, Indie’s life becomes a living hell.
Indie, Fletcher’s “daughter”, is a bright light in the midst of a dysfunctional storm. It is easy to admire her keen perception—even at a young age—and stubborn soul that refuses to be crushed. As she approaches adulthood, you can add reckless and fierce to her list of attributes. I found her completely enchanting.
Horses, dirt, manure—what could possibly be sexy about that? Well, yippee ki yay! Let me introduce you to Milo. He is a cowboy and Fletcher’s right hand man. Milo has dark secrets, a sexy swagger, and a kind heart. Eight years older than Indie, he makes sure she’s cared for, and always treats her with patience and understanding. An eight year age difference sounds icky when she’s ten, but he’s more like her confidante and friend. It’s not until she’s an adult that the nature of their relationship changes, and by then I completely forgot about their ages. I was enraptured by their love story.
Breathtaking, stunning, heartbreaking, romantic—this story has all the feels. So yeah, yet another 5-star book by Jewel E. Ann. Quelle surprise.
Recommended for fans of:
Cowboy romances
Forbidden love
Age gap romances
Jewel E. Ann wrote If This is Love. That’s all I needed to know to make me want to read it. I didn’t even know the plot. I just dove right in. Let me tell you, this book is simply spectacular. It’s been a long while since a book kept me up all night, so even though I’m sporting bags under my eyes today, it was totally worth it.
Let me start by saying that Jewel E. Ann always has the best opening lines. Period.
“Fletcher Ellington purchased me for the bargain price of one million dollars. A gift for his wife, Ruthie.
I was four years old.”
Well, if that doesn’t suck you in like a Dyson then I don’t know what will. You might as well grab some popcorn and settle in because this is one juicy soap opera that will keep those pages turning.
The story takes place on a shady billionaire’s ranch. Fletcher is one evil bastard. I hated him and his entitled family with a deep passion. The only exception is Fletcher’s wife, Ruthie, who dotes on Indie like a loving mother should, but when she dies, Indie’s life becomes a living hell.
Indie, Fletcher’s “daughter”, is a bright light in the midst of a dysfunctional storm. It is easy to admire her keen perception—even at a young age—and stubborn soul that refuses to be crushed. As she approaches adulthood, you can add reckless and fierce to her list of attributes. I found her completely enchanting.
Horses, dirt, manure—what could possibly be sexy about that? Well, yippee ki yay! Let me introduce you to Milo. He is a cowboy and Fletcher’s right hand man. Milo has dark secrets, a sexy swagger, and a kind heart. Eight years older than Indie, he makes sure she’s cared for, and always treats her with patience and understanding. An eight year age difference sounds icky when she’s ten, but he’s more like her confidante and friend. It’s not until she’s an adult that the nature of their relationship changes, and by then I completely forgot about their ages. I was enraptured by their love story.
Breathtaking, stunning, heartbreaking, romantic—this story has all the feels. So yeah, yet another 5-star book by Jewel E. Ann. Quelle surprise.
Recommended for fans of:
Cowboy romances
Forbidden love
Age gap romances
*I received an early copy. This does not affect my opinions.*
daisybookattic's review against another edition
5.0
As usual, this author takes words into the next level
This was one of my top read this month and one of the most genuine love stories.
from the lovely moments, to the emotional rollercoaster
This was one of my top read this month and one of the most genuine love stories.
from the lovely moments, to the emotional rollercoaster
jackiemcee's review against another edition
3.0
It's really no surprise that Jewel E. Ann's writing can suck you in. I even surprised myself how I even gave her a free pass when she altered my viewpoints on something I'm really uncomfortable with. Like the cheating trope or when the heroines always chase the heroes and I was like, "Well the writing is good so I'm not gonna be bothered by that and just enjoy the ride." No questions asked. I can devour a cheating trope if it's well-written, the type when your heart is also breaking for the characters. However with this story, it was so messy. Just didn't work for me, so much clusterfvck and after three consecutive days of reading her books, I'm getting tired of how she always chooses the 85-95% mark for her plot twists. Like, come on, wrap it up perfectly like the good author you are.
528's review
4.0
Heartbreaking what one hateful man can do. Certaintly cried a few tears while Reading.
How te even justify to put all the blame on a twelve year old boy and an innocent girl and let them suffer their whole life.
Not a good ending but i can deal with it.
How te even justify to put all the blame on a twelve year old boy and an innocent girl and let them suffer their whole life.
Not a good ending but i can deal with it.
sianm75's review against another edition
5.0
Addictive Read
Milo & Indie’s story of star-crossed lovers is superbly written in this novel by Jewel E Ann. Dark themes run throughout this book but the story is spellbinding, difficult and enticing. Rich characters and a passionate main couple draw you in. I’d like to have read more about Fletcher & Archer’s relationship to understand more about the road Fletcher went down and how much Ruthie was aware of his faults in more detail but it really is a great read
Milo & Indie’s story of star-crossed lovers is superbly written in this novel by Jewel E Ann. Dark themes run throughout this book but the story is spellbinding, difficult and enticing. Rich characters and a passionate main couple draw you in. I’d like to have read more about Fletcher & Archer’s relationship to understand more about the road Fletcher went down and how much Ruthie was aware of his faults in more detail but it really is a great read