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3.94 AVERAGE
3.94 AVERAGE
This book is just perfect, I love every page, every chapter. The characters, Valentina and Ford are amazing. Their banter, their chemistry, the circumstances. I love a young yet mature and romantic guy, that has all the sexynes and charm anyone would love to have. Valentina is a woman that fears going out into the dating game again. Yet they find each other in a way they never expected. The story plot goes deeper than expected, yet it is just perfect. I got all the feels and I think it has come to the top list of my favorite Vi Keeland's books. A superb 5 star must read!
This book was an emotional roller-coaster ride. I found myself laughing, tearing up, laughing again, actually crying then being touched by Ford's reactions. Safe to say this book made me into a mess. I was in a need of a pick-me-up and this book helped a lot. I find that romances like these give me hope for the future (not that I'm in a bad place or anything). They serve as a small reminder of the wonders life can offer.
Originally, my thoughts regarding the rating were at three stars - the story was a tad generic at the beginning. Val's hold-backs were appropriate but it also felt like a weak story mechanic to prolog the tension between the characters. The second half of the book changed that though. I usually don't like the parts of the book where the couple faces a huge turning point, but for some reason this one hit me hard. As mentioned with the crying above.
I like my romances with a story - no straight up erotica/smut. Vi Keeland once more delivered just that. So far it seems her co-written books are less smutty in comparison to her solo work. Even then, the steamy scenes were well balanced here. The characters felt real, and I could easily connect to them. Flew through the book in a couple of hours.
Originally, my thoughts regarding the rating were at three stars - the story was a tad generic at the beginning. Val's hold-backs were appropriate but it also felt like a weak story mechanic to prolog the tension between the characters. The second half of the book changed that though. I usually don't like the parts of the book where the couple faces a huge turning point, but for some reason this one hit me hard. As mentioned with the crying above.
I like my romances with a story - no straight up erotica/smut. Vi Keeland once more delivered just that. So far it seems her co-written books are less smutty in comparison to her solo work. Even then, the steamy scenes were well balanced here. The characters felt real, and I could easily connect to them. Flew through the book in a couple of hours.
“The truth is, you can never have the right feelings at the wrong time, because there is never a wrong time for the right person.”
Aawww!! I love Ford and Valentina’s story so much!!
I keep playing Aaliyah’s song in my head when it comes to this book. Omg I didn’t want this book to end and I couldn’t put it down! Ford and Val’s connection was instant and only became more apparent when they finally met each. Ford was absolutely charming, very patient, and wise beyond his years. Val was a woman that was now in charge of her own life and cautious of her heart. Ford may be in my top 5 of book boyfriends.
UGH! So good! I waited two months for this book to come out and I was not disappointed. I could not stop reading about Val & Ford and their twists and turns. The character dynamic between the two made me not want to put the book down. It is a great summer romance read that will leave you wanting more.
A lovely, sweet read.
Donovan is gorgeous and 25 years old. Sweet, smart, and interesting with a great sense of humour.
He is really not a playboy like they normally are, instead a charming delight.
In this book, I find myself laughing out loud.
The dialogue between Donovan and Valentina is witty and engaging.
I love the story.
Donovan is gorgeous and 25 years old. Sweet, smart, and interesting with a great sense of humour.
He is really not a playboy like they normally are, instead a charming delight.
In this book, I find myself laughing out loud.
The dialogue between Donovan and Valentina is witty and engaging.
I love the story.
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
All Grown Up is Vi Keeland's new standalone romance. I’m a huge fan of Vi and her books always give me all the feels. I especially loved this one because the age gap and the woman being the older of the two! Dare I say that Ford is one of my favorite Keeland men? Valentina is pushing forty and divorced with a grown son. Her best friend thinks she needs to start dating again so she sets her up on an online dating site. She connects with Donovan and they hit it off. There is already chemistry and sparks and they decide to meet. Uh oh. Turns out Donovan is actually Ford, the son of their neighbors at the Montauk summer home. What are the chances. Ford is only twenty-five, but he's not immature. He had to grow up fast and learn things no teenager should have to know. Ford my be younger than Val, but he's responsible, runs a business, takes care of his sister and isn't going to let Val get away. Val is very attracted to Ford and can't get past his age. Her own insecurities are just too strong, even though she's doing what she loves, taking care of herself and happier now than she has been in years. Ford doesn't care about the age difference. He knows he wants to be with Val and he chases after her. Hard. Then he finally finds the key to getting her. Promise her just the summer. When it's over, they're over. Val loves this idea. Ford is the first man she's been attracted to in years and she wants him. It doesn't take long for Val to realizes she doesn't care how old Ford it. She's falling for him and he's perfect for her. What happens when the summer is over? Will they admit their feelings or let each other go? I loved watching Ford and Val learn, grow and fall for each other. They both had their own obstacles to overcome before they could allow themselves to find happiness. Together! I love Ford. So much. He is sweet, sexy, handsome, romantic and he didn't give up on Val. She's older and wiser. She won't make the same mistakes she did when she was younger. She's strong, independent and knows what she wants. Ford. Her sexy, younger neighbor! Overall, I laughed, cried, got hot and bothered and swooned!
"We're not on a date."
"Right. Not a date."
"It's not."
He winked as he laced his fingers through mine.
"Absolutely. And I'm not going to start at your ass in those tight jeans when I open the restaurant door for you to walk through first, either."
"You're an ass."
"Maybe. But I'm an ass with the hottest date in the room."
"We're not on a date."
"Right. Not a date."
"It's not."
He winked as he laced his fingers through mine.
"Absolutely. And I'm not going to start at your ass in those tight jeans when I open the restaurant door for you to walk through first, either."
"You're an ass."
"Maybe. But I'm an ass with the hottest date in the room."
All Grown Up is Vi Keeland's new standalone romance. I’m a huge fan of Vi and her books always give me all the feels. I especially loved this one because the age gap and the woman being the older of the two! Dare I say that Ford is one of my favorite Keeland men? Valentina is pushing forty and divorced with a grown son. Her best friend thinks she needs to start dating again so she sets her up on an online dating site. She connects with Donovan and they hit it off. There is already chemistry and sparks and they decide to meet. Uh oh. Turns out Donovan is actually Ford, the son of their neighbors at the Montauk summer home. What are the chances. Ford is only twenty-five, but he's not immature. He had to grow up fast and learn things no teenager should have to know. Ford my be younger than Val, but he's responsible, runs a business, takes care of his sister and isn't going to let Val get away. Val is very attracted to Ford and can't get past his age. Her own insecurities are just too strong, even though she's doing what she loves, taking care of herself and happier now than she has been in years. Ford doesn't care about the age difference. He knows he wants to be with Val and he chases after her. Hard. Then he finally finds the key to getting her. Promise her just the summer. When it's over, they're over. Val loves this idea. Ford is the first man she's been attracted to in years and she wants him. It doesn't take long for Val to realizes she doesn't care how old Ford it. She's falling for him and he's perfect for her. What happens when the summer is over? Will they admit their feelings or let each other go? I loved watching Ford and Val learn, grow and fall for each other. They both had their own obstacles to overcome before they could allow themselves to find happiness. Together! I love Ford. So much. He is sweet, sexy, handsome, romantic and he didn't give up on Val. She's older and wiser. She won't make the same mistakes she did when she was younger. She's strong, independent and knows what she wants. Ford. Her sexy, younger neighbor! Overall, I laughed, cried, got hot and bothered and swooned!
"We're not on a date."
"Right. Not a date."
"It's not."
He winked as he laced his fingers through mine.
"Absolutely. And I'm not going to start at your ass in those tight jeans when I open the restaurant door for you to walk through first, either."
"You're an ass."
"Maybe. But I'm an ass with the hottest date in the room."
"We're not on a date."
"Right. Not a date."
"It's not."
He winked as he laced his fingers through mine.
"Absolutely. And I'm not going to start at your ass in those tight jeans when I open the restaurant door for you to walk through first, either."
"You're an ass."
"Maybe. But I'm an ass with the hottest date in the room."