This is book two in the duo of The Ocean Series. We get to follow Cal and Annies story of loss and love. I enjoyed this book as much as the first, and although it is a very long book it is definitely worth all the time spent enjoying this well written epic love story. So many emotions are brought out in this book so be prepared to have all the feels. You are in for an incredible journey.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Toni Sellershttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngToni Sellers2023-11-14 22:24:582023-11-20 13:39:12Where the Ocean Meets the Sky (The Ocean Series) by A.R. Hadley – Review by Toni Sellers
This is book one in the two-book duo of The Ocean series. You could read it as a standalone, but I highly recommend that you start with this one. Its where we get to meet and know the main character Cal Prescott at 16 at his grandpa’s funeral, and then follow his life till 45 and all the things that shape his complex life into becoming the man he is today. I think you will find this an interesting read and the perfect companion to the next book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Toni Sellershttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngToni Sellers2023-11-14 22:03:032023-11-20 13:38:40The Ocean in His Veins (The Ocean Series) by A.R. Hadley – Review by Toni Sellers
The Ocean In His Veins (The Ocean Series) by A.R. Hadley is a companion novel for/with ‘Where the Ocean Meets the Sky’. It is a literary fiction/women’s fiction story with plenty of emotion, drama, angst, challenges, pain, and more. This is Cal’s story- following him from age 16 to 45. While this story did make me feel for Cal, I couldn’t help but be completely frustrated with him. There were times I wanted to reach into the story and shake him, or hit him- or both. This frustration made it hard to fully connect with him and his story. The author did a great job of crafting and developing him as a character though- so the lack of connection is on me- not for her lack of depth and development. So don’t let my opinion and lack of connection put you off grabbing a copy for yourself and making up your own mind though- I have been on a bit of a dark thriller ride of late and that maybe ‘colouring’ my opinion. As with ‘Where the Ocean Meets the Sky’, I will revisit this again in a few weeks to see if I still feel the same way. Happy Reading…
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2023-11-13 23:06:182023-11-20 13:23:03The Ocean in His Veins (The Ocean Series) by A.R. Hadley – Review by Angela Hayes
This book is the companion story to Where the Ocean Meets the Sky and is a great book. For me, this book was even more about the characters than the other story and I found myself connecting with Cal all over again. I really became invested in his story. It is emotional and compelling to read. This author has a knack for writing books that are full of angst and really draw you in. I ever fail to enjoy one of their books and these companion stories are no exception. They are worth the time it would take to read them.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2023-11-13 15:18:242023-11-20 13:36:49The Ocean in His Veins (The Ocean Series) by A.R. Hadley – Review by Kerry Baker
This book is exactly what I now expect when I read a book by this author. It is full of emotions and angst, covering sensitive topics with ease. The characters were well developed and each had so much going on with them. The depth of their journeys is part of what pulled me in to start off with. It is easy to see why they are so well suited for each other, despite all of the hurdles they have to overcome. I thought the author did a great job with this story. It is the companion book to The Ocean in his Veins but can be read as a standalone. It was well written from start to finish and a really enjoyable book. I would definitely recommend both this and the companion story.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2023-11-13 15:10:262023-11-20 13:36:39Where the Ocean Meets the Sky (The Ocean Series) by A.R. Hadley – Review by Kerry Baker
We’ve all experienced loss of some kind, have past traumas that we have or haven’t dealt with, and deserve to find our happiness in life after experiencing all that. The emotion in this novel is so overwhelmingly strong, it was like I was feeling everything these characters felt, Annie was so relatable and I loved that.
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I enjoyed reading this second chance romance story. This is an author that I have enjoyed reading their books from the first one. I enjoy her writing skills and her attention to details that make the stories realistic. This book is no different. This is a well written story where one summer could change everything for two people. I enjoyed how they pulled me into their world with ease and kept me engaged to the end. The characters bring their world to life with their chemistry and growth. This is a fast paced story that is hard to put down. A story that will pull at your heartstrings in parts and hope that they find their HEA in others. I really enjoyed reading this book and I highly recommend it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2023-11-12 11:46:482023-11-20 13:18:46Where the Ocean Meets the Sky (The Ocean Series) by A.R. Hadley – Review by Bobbi Wagner
Where the Ocean Meets the Sky (The Ocean Series) by A.R. Hadley. This isn’t the first book that I have read by Ms. Hadley, so I thought I knew what to expect- something emotional and angsty…. and she did deliver that. This is a companion novel for/with ‘The Ocean In His Veins’ – which is where I started this journey. Cal and Annie are such well-developed individuals with their own baggage, quirks, flaws, and personalities. They have been lovingly crafted into ‘real’ individuals who pull us into their emotional story. This story touched me, but also frustrated me, because I found it hard to connect with the characters and become fully invested in them or the outcome of their story the way I would have liked to. And I’m not sure why exactly. This has all the ingredients that would normally grab me- but it didn’t. So, I have decided to revisit it again in a few weeks to see if I still feel the same way, or maybe I’ll find that I was just having an ‘off’ reading day this time around. Don’t let my opinion and lack of connection put you off grabbing a copy for yourself and making up your own mind though. Happy Reading…
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2023-11-11 23:56:092023-11-20 12:40:27Where the Ocean Meets the Sky (The Ocean Series) by A.R. Hadley – Review by Angela Hayes
Please note that there are trigger/graphic content warnings so check them out before you start reading.
I enjoyed the first book in this duo and went on to read this one straight after. Where the Ocean Meets the Sky is the second book of a two-book duo although it can be read as a standalone. I do suggest you read this book first before reading this book The Ocean in His Veins otherwise you will be missing out on getting to know Cal as the first book goes through his life from 16 to 45 years.
In the end of the first book Cal met a woman that he felt something for. He is quite a bit older than her, but age doesn’t matter if it is love. Unfortunately, they both have their own demons to work through before a HEA could ever happen.
Annie is not coping from her brother’s death. But she has decided that she has to try to move on, but it means she needs to confront her demons. Now that she has met him she wants to overcome her past and hope for a future but is one summer all they will have?
Cal finally finds someone who he wants to get to know better but he still has to fully overcome his demons.
This book is just as interesting as the first book, and I still had moments of frustrations with both the MC’s. But it was good to see them confront their demons, their doubts, their fears, their loss and becoming comfortable with who they were.
Once again there are a lot of emotions in this story that was heartbreaking and made my heartache.
I look forward to seeing what else AR brings to the table.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenni Bishophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenni Bishop2023-11-11 19:56:392023-11-20 12:43:47Where the Ocean Meets the Sky (The Ocean Series) by A.R. Hadley – Review by Jenni Bishop
Please note that there are trigger/graphic content warnings so check them out before you start reading.
The Ocean in His Veins is the first book of a two-book duo although it can be read as a standalone. Where the Ocean Meets the Sky is the other book in this duo.
A.R’s narrative flows well and is simplistic in its telling but makes for an interesting read. It is an emotional tale with grief, sadness, longing, love, and trust issues and so much more. Cal had lots of flaws and vulnerabilities making him seem more real. I have mixed thoughts about Cal, he frustrated me no end, but he is dealing with his demons. Trying to drown out his feelings by partaking in all the world had to offer instead of listening to his soul. At times I wanted to hug him and take away his pain then I wanted to smack him silly and knock some sense into to him. I put the book down in frustration so many times, but I kept picking it back up because I wanted to know what happened with him. Follow along as one boy goes through life and into an adult not finding what he thinks he needs but that may all change when she comes into his life. To find out though we need to read the next book Where the Ocean Meets the Sky which is where I am off to.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenni Bishophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenni Bishop2023-11-11 19:34:492023-11-20 12:42:43The Ocean in His Veins (The Ocean Series) by A.R. Hadley – Review by Jenni Bishop
This is a book that is part of a two book series. It can be read as a standalone but I would suggest reading the other book as well. This is a great series that you don’t want to miss. I enjoy this author’s writing skills as well as her attention to details that make her characters pop. This book is no different. This is a well written story about Cat and how he is learning to see life differently. He is waiting for a perfect wave and some peace inside. Will he find either of them? I enjoy his character and what he brings to the story. I enjoyed watching his growth throughout which made the story easy to read. A fast paced story that is emotional in parts but will have you turning pages fast. I really enjoyed this book. I highly recommend this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2023-11-11 09:03:332023-11-20 12:31:15The Ocean in His Veins (The Ocean Series) by A.R. Hadley – Review by Bobbi Wagner
A woman grieving the loss of a loved one. A man carrying the weight of the world on his shoulders. Does one fateful summer really have the power to change everything?
Rising photographer Annie Baxter is ready for a fresh start when she makes her way from New York to the sparkly sands of South Beach. A recent college graduate, she has no plans other than to distract herself with sun and surf, pictures and friends. Then a man named Cal Prescott steps in front of her lens… When he first spots Annie on the stairs of his best friends’ home, he’s enamored. It doesn’t matter if they only have the summer. Or if twenty years separate them. They soon find that nothing — not temporary circumstances, panic attacks, or an age gap — can keep them from starting what their hearts desire.
Follow Annie and Cal on a journey of love, loss, and what it means to give up defining themselves.
Author Note: Previously published in 2018 as The South Beach Connection Trilogy: Landslide, Wanderlust, and Continuum — Where the Ocean Meets the Sky combines those three books into one, as the author originally intended. Although heavily edited, combined, and relaunched since their initial release, the overall story remains. Literary fiction meets contemporary romance — a love made in the stars. A connection not to be forgotten.
200,000-words — over 800 pages. Part of the two-book series: The Ocean Series. Either book may be read first. The reader must choose. This is the main title. Contains graphic content that may trigger some readers.
A.R. Hadley writes imperfectly perfect sentences by the light of her iPhone.
She loves the ocean.
Chocolate.
Her children.
And Cary Grant.
She annoys those darling little children by quoting lines from Back to the Future, but despite her knowledge of eighties and nineties pop culture, she was actually meant to live alongside the Lost Generation after the Great War and write a mediocre novel while drinking absinthe with Hemingway. Instead, find her sipping unsweet tea near a beautiful garden as she weaves fictional tales of love and connection amid reality.
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He’s a surfer. A loner. A man on a quest to rid himself of pesky feelings.
After his grandfather passes away, Cal Prescott begins to see life differently.
Money wants his attention, women beckon, and the pursuit of success becomes a cycle he can’t seem to break.
Follow Cal from age sixteen to forty-five, from 1985 to 2014, from the tangerine fields of Ojai to the neon streets of Miami Beach — from being ready to take on the world to hitting the bottom of the sea.
Cal spends half his life waiting for the perfect wave to break over the horizon, looking for comfort, searching for peace — and he’ll chase every last drop of water … until he finds release.
Author Note: Part of the two-book series: The Ocean Series. The Ocean in His Veins may be read as a companion to the main title Where the Ocean Meets the Sky or as a standalone. Please be advised that reading this story first may change the way Cal is initially perceived in the latter book. This can be good or bad, depending on the reader.
Literary fiction, not romance. The characters and their intense and realistic actions drive the plot. 76,000-words. The Ocean in His Veins details Cal’s life from age sixteen to forty-five. The story ends the night he meets Annie in 2014. Contains graphic content that may trigger some readers.
A.R. Hadley writes imperfectly perfect sentences by the light of her iPhone.
She loves the ocean.
Chocolate.
Her children.
And Cary Grant.
She annoys those darling little children by quoting lines from Back to the Future, but despite her knowledge of eighties and nineties pop culture, she was actually meant to live alongside the Lost Generation after the Great War and write a mediocre novel while drinking absinthe with Hemingway. Instead, find her sipping unsweet tea near a beautiful garden as she weaves fictional tales of love and connection amid reality.
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Highly erotic and sensual. Their relationship proves some sticky entanglements with knitty gritty knee biting relationships seem to offer.
Their relationship won’t be deemed perfect without their third. But one doesn’t seem to want to add her and the other seems to crave her.
Reading along their journey of sexual escapades Dane and Mike really lean into self discovery and exploration of a third for their polyamorous lifestyle.
The beginning was a bit harder for me to figure out what the epicenter Or focal point was. It came on hot and heavy with emphasis. Good read for those wanting smut, smut, and more smut 😉
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Maikalanihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMaikalani2023-06-08 02:23:092023-06-17 15:08:42Fireflies (The Physical Collection) by A.R. Hadley – Review by Maikalani Alexander
Although this book is part of a series, it can be read as a stand alone. If you like reads with M/M/F relationships, you will enjoy this book. The story line is easy to follow. This is my first read by this author and she didn’t disappoint
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00April Smithhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngApril Smith2023-06-07 22:27:432023-06-17 15:07:32Fireflies (The Physical Collection) by A.R. Hadley – Review by April Smith
I loved this book! Full of erotica and I love a good MMF read! There’s a lot of descriptive sex but I truly did love the whole story. It was full of emotion and drama and I quickly finished this book because I couldn’t put it down. First book I’ve read by this author and I wasn’t disappointed. Also, don’t let the cover fool you…you may think it’s a cute little read…WRONG. It’s so spicy and the complete opposite of cute. It’s filthy and I’m SO here for it. 🥵
I think inneed a cold shower after reading thks sexy romantic story. Dane and Mike are madly in love but there was something missing. This was a fast paced sexy romance. The story was a unique twist on traditional relationships but equally filled with love. I liked the build up of Mike and Dane’s quest for finding a third in their relationship. However, the ending seemed really rushed with Vanessa and Vy. I felt like Vy had super important role in the book but turned into an after thought. Overall, interesting and enjoyable read.
Fireflies was my first read by this author, and I was pleasantly surprised! I absolutely loved reading about Dane and Mike’s open-minded, polyamorous relationship and how well they communicated. There is plenty of drama, and the author makes they don’t show only the pretty parts. Vy felt hard to connect with, but people can be that way in life so in a way it made it even more relatable. I felt like the chapters were a bit short, so I was jolted out of the flow a little bit, but overall I enjoyed reading about this adventure. If steamy, spicy M/M and M/M/F scenes are your jam, this is most definitely the book for you! I can’t wait to pick up more books by A.R. Hadley.
I have read a few poly books in the past and though I enjoyed them they don’t hold a candle to this book.
There are some pretty hot moments, but it was also written well. There was something that drew me in and wouldn’t let me go.
Mike and Dane are a perfect match for one another, but they feel like they are missing an important piece. That’s were it gets complicated and interesting.
This book is not for the faint of heart, the intimate moments are described perfectly and I definitely got a visual due to the detail she provided.
Ms. Hadley is a new to me author but she has me wanting to read more by her in the future.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Robin Rankinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRobin Rankin2023-06-07 21:20:042023-06-17 14:58:08Fireflies (The Physical Collection) by A.R. Hadley – Review by Robin Rankin
Fireflies (The Physical Collection) by A.R. Hadley. This is the first book I’ve read by this author and it was very erotic. Its a story of two men who are bisexual that live together and have been together for 7 years. Mike is 50 and Dane is 41 and they live in a backwoods town in Florida. Mike thinks they are just fine until Dane tells him he would like to add a woman to their relationship and maybe even have a family one day. Mike is ok with it but also a little wary. They have several one night stands with different women and then Mike brings Vanessa into the situation. Mike knows Vanessa thru work and he thinks she would be a great new partner. The only problem is Dane has met a woman named Vylana at a bar a while back and he can’t get her off his mind. He is almost obsessed with her. The big problem is he hasn’t really had much interaction with Vylana and she lives out of state. Not sure how that is going to work out. There are other problems that pop up thru the search for the perfect woman. This story is a hot and steamy take a cold shower type of read that you won’t soon forget!
Once I read the description on this book, I knew I had to give this book a go! This is my first poly book and I enjoyed it very much! The dynamics between all the characters and the interactions just make the experience of it all. Very steamy scenes and great character development. Dane and Mike have been in a 7-year relationship and have been discussing opening it up to bring a female into the equation as a part of a trio to share their life with one another. What they didn’t expect was finding two women and the issues that emerge from seeking possibilities. This book may not be everyone’s cup of tea but if you are willing to be open minded or even share similar ideals then this book is a great entertaining read! Enjoy!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Ramoshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Ramos2023-06-07 19:27:482023-06-17 14:55:25Fireflies (The Physical Collection) by A.R. Hadley – Review by Jennifer Ramos
When I saw that this book was MMF erotic romance. I said Heck yeah! This is right up my alley. It is part of a series, but reading it as a standalone is no problem. And it is spicy! We have our MM couple Dane and Mike. Dane seems to think something is missing from their relationship. And suggests adding some fun and spice in the form of a woman. The story was well written and fun to read. The characters were very much their own. I truly enjoyed this from start to finish.
This is part of the Physical Collection series however these books are standalone reads. The author does a good job of explaining the concept of a polyamorous relationship and all the complications that can arise from that type of relationship as well as how beautiful the relationship can be when all parties learn to respect and embrace the other partners views, wants and needs. Dane and Mike have been together for 7 years and like any relationship it has its ups and downs. Both Dean and Mike are bi-sexual and when Dean announces he would like to add a woman to their relationship so that they can have a family Mike isn’t so sure. After adding a woman to their relationship in the past didn’t end well its left Mike feeling unsure about taking that route again. What follows is a story of how Mike and Dean find their way by adding not 1 but 2 women to their relationship and how they all navigate the complications that involves for them all. Will this be the exact thing that’s needed to make Dean and Mike’s relationship even better or will adding the extra people cause a rift between them that can’t be healed.
This story is very steamy in parts but the author is able to convey so much during those parts of the story that just the characters getting intimate. There is so much that a reader can sense from those moments that the author doesn’t spell out. Overall it was an enjoyable read.
3.5 stars Mixed feelings This was an interesting read – the cover and blurb drew me in. The story started strong with Dane and Mike looking to enhance their relationship by adding in a female. I think if the storyline stayed on this path it would have been enough. The story takes on some other aspects and I did feel a bit disconnected from the characters at times. I pushed through and the ending was not what I expected. Still worthwhile giving it a go.
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This book really deals with adult situations and what happens when couples think their relationship isn’t meeting all their needs. a M/M couple wants to expand on their family or have one for that matter. This means opening the doors to situations or ideas that could possibly hurt their relationship or make it stronger. I haven’t read a lot of M/M/F books before so with that said, I feel that this books approaches the subject matter in a safe and educating way. I feel that the author was able to take this relationship and not only make a great story but also inform the readers in something that not everyone is well versed in. That is a true talent. I read this book quickly because I became emotionally invested in what was happening with the couple and how things were going to end. I recommend reading this not in public because the steam is off the charts and made me blush a bunch!! Enjoy a new world or an existing one. Reviewed by: @bbohls
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Barbara Bohlshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBarbara Bohls2023-06-07 05:20:062023-06-17 14:58:32Fireflies (The Physical Collection) by A.R. Hadley – Review by Barbara Bohls
Is there really such a thing as the 7 year itch in a marriage? Dane wants to add a woman to his marriage with Mike. They’ve been married for 7 years. Maybe a coincidence, maybe not.
This story was hot AF! While the ending was not quite the HEA I was expecting, it is still a good story. There was a deeper level of feeling, a deeper connection for some of the characters. And all of the main characters are extremely sexy as well!
This story is not safe for work or even young readers. However, there is lots of adult situations and fun!
Mike and Dane have been together for years, always looking for the perfect relationship. As a bisexual couple, Dane wanting to start a family and bring something fresh to the relationship discusses to bring a female into the couple and become a Polyamorous relationship.
As they search for the perfect fit, each man goes through a journey of discovery and in the end will this strength or destroy the bonds they have within their relationship.
This is the first book I have read by this author, and this is not my usual genre, but I was curious regarding the subject matter and decided to give the story ago. At the beginning you see the love these two people have for each other but as they discover the female and then females to bring into the relationship the story flows with the internal fears and hopes of each of the characters.
The subject matter is delivered brilliantly and brings you into the world without judgement but pure respect for the strength of love and committed, although there are drama and emotions do run high it is a well told story. Although this is the third book in the series, I did not feel that it took away from the story, not reading the other two books.
Thank you for opening my mind to a subject I had little knowledge on and I hope to read more in the future.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Shirleyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Shirley2023-06-06 05:01:582023-06-06 18:00:36Fireflies (The Physical Collection) by A.R. Hadley – Review by Angela Shirley
Fireflies by A.R. Hadley isn’t my first poly book I have read but the first one I have read by the author and in the physical series that I have read. The author has an amazing talent with creating such strong characters and a storyline that grabbed me. Dane and Mike, together in a long relationship together and Dane is craving a female and after they have several one night stands, Vanessa lights a spark for him. Mike has a spark Vylana, he met her at a bar and can not stop thinking about her. Many issues follow these four over the years but the steam, the characters, and the amazing writing truly will drag you into the world of this book and you will not want to put it down. I look forward to reading more of the series and the author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heidi Eich Woodringhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeidi Eich Woodring2023-06-05 20:23:022023-06-06 18:01:19Fireflies (The Physical Collection) by A.R. Hadley Review by Heidi Woodring
I have spent a long time trying to decide how to review this book. This author is talented and her writing style is good but on this occasion I really struggled to connect with the characters which then effected my overall enjoyment of the book. The Blurb drew me in and the potential storyline appealed to me greatly but without that connection that I was craving it fell short for me. Now having said that it doesn’t mean that the next person to pick up this book won’t highly enjoy it so I still recommend giving it a go.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Juleshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJules2023-06-05 19:18:062023-06-06 17:59:37Fireflies (The Physical Collection) by A.R. Hadley – Review by Jules Herbert
In an ever changing world, this book gives new meaning to the word family. Family is not only about who you choose to love but who loves you. It is about the family you are born with as well as the family you choose to create. This beautiful, sometimes harsh, look at a true modern family is beautiful and heartwarming and wonderful and accepting.
This story is about Dane and Mike. Although they have dedicated their lives to each other, each is searching for something more. Dane wants to bring a woman into their relationship so that they can have a family. Mike is not sure and so he reacts by cruising for men. Dane meets a woman that he feels deeply connected to but she is not interested in his version of family. Mike finds and brings a woman to the relationship. Mike falls in love with her, while Dane grows to love her. She becomes what Dane always wanted, and adds children to their life. All the while, Dane continues to develop a relationship with his deep connection. Each partner finds their own version of happiness.
The honesty between Mike and Dane, the acceptance, the love, the desire, the ability to share their partner’s dreams while not stifling their own, the understanding, is relationship goals. This author has made my list to watch, a permanent spot on the TBR List.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00M Policicchiohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngM Policicchio2023-06-05 16:17:092023-06-06 17:57:57Fireflies (The Physical Collection) by A.R. Hadley – Review by M Policicchio
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