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Jesse (Glass City Hearts Book 3) by Desiree Lafawn – Review by Gail Guerrero

Jesse (Glass City Hearts Book 3)Jesse by Desiree Lafawn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Jesse: Glass City Hearts Book Three Desiree Lafawn

Five Stars

This story was super cute. Jesse was the perfectly imperfect guy. We all want a man that isn’t afraid to hide his feelings. We want a partner in every way. Harlow is a single mom doing her best. It sucks that so many men and women end up raising children alone. I completely understand her emotional state. I really enjoyed the way the author wrote this story. The words had a happy flow to them. You could feel the characters emotions at the right moments. There truly are amazing people in this world and I liked that Harlow found her family. We all need people to stand behind us and next to us. I recommend this story for a light quick read that will give you warm feelings inside.
Reviewed by @gguerrero89

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Jesse (Glass City Hearts Book 3) by Desiree Lafawn – Review by Maura Harper

Jesse (Glass City Hearts Book 3)Jesse by Desiree Lafawn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The third book in the “Glass City Hearts Series”, JESSE can absolutely be read as a stand-alone. I would absolutely recommend that you read the first two as they are great stories and we get to revisit the characters in this story.

JESSE has it all. It’s a wonderfully sweet romance – hmmm now that I think about it – it is a “sweet” romance as in there is no sex and I actually don’t remember any swearing. There are only a few characters in the story so it’s easy to know who is who and why everyone is where they are. Having said that, there is a lot going on. It’s definitely not a one dimensional story line.

I enjoy the way this author writes. There is a flow to her stories that moves them along at a really nice pace. The stories are well plotted and there is a very clear beginning, middle and end. I look forward to reading more by this author in the future.

I think Jesse is my favorite in this series. There is just something about him that is sweet and endearing. (Please don’t tell the others.)

Review by @mauraharper

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Jesse by Desiree Lafawn – Review by Kerry Baker

Jesse (Glass City Hearts Book 3)Jesse by Desiree Lafawn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Jesse by Desiree Lafawn is the third book in her Glass City Hearts series. This book can be read as a stand-alone although all are definitely worth reading.
Jesse has had a hard upbringing. With an emotionally absent father he has learnt the hard way that he has to stand on his own two feet. And the way he grew up has effected his adult life. He doesn’t want a family, doesn’t expect to find love. But when he meets Harlow everything starts to change.
A single mother she is everything he should stay away from. And yet he finds himself drawn to her, finds he can’t stay away. And the more time he spends with her Jesse starts to learn that, unlike what his father always said, blood isn’t always thicker.

This series just gets better and better. This book has to be my favourite so far. I loved Harlow as a character. I loved that the author made her completely unlike the usual heroine type. She was strong and independent and completely unfeminine in the best kind of way. This is a great book and a great series, I would highly recommend them!

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Dino (Glass City Hearts Series Book #2) by Desiree Lafawn – Review by Angela Hayes

Dino (Glass City Hearts Book Two)Dino by Desiree Lafawn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars

Dino is the first second book in the Glass City Hearts Series by Desiree Lafawn. I really enjoyed reading the first book in the series, Gabe- so I knew I had to read this one too. I have mentioned before that I have read all Ms. Lafawn’s books so far and I am really impressed at how easily she can slip from one genre to another. From Paranormal romance to romantic comedy, she can do it all, producing excellent stories that keep you hooked right till the end. I must admit that I wasn’t really sure that I would like this book because even though Dino intrigued me in the first book, I didn’t particularly like him, or Jeanette for that matter. But I had to see what Ms. Lafawn would do with the story, and I am really glad that I did, because she won me over- and by the end of the book I loved everything about Dino and Jeanette, and their story.
This book could be read as a standalone, but as the series has recurring characters, I highly recommend reading book one before starting on this one- just to get a better perspective of the characters- not to mention that it’s a brilliant book in its own right. This book seemed to be a little more emotional and suspenseful than the first one, to me. With secrets on both sides, Dino and Jeanette have their work cut out for them. There is danger, twists and surprising developments that had me flying over the words, reading as fast as I could, to find out what was going on.
The story has a great pace and a smooth flow. It is told from alternating POV’s- Jeanette and Dino’s,-so we get a really great balance of perspectives, thoughts and feelings. The story is really well written, and so easy to read as Ms. Lafawn has a sexy, engaging and descriptive style to her writing that just draws you in and leaves you wanting to dive into her next book ASAP. So, bring on “Jesse”: Glass City Hearts Book #3!!

Thank you, Ms. Lafawn!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

 

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Dino (Glass City Hearts Book Two) by Desiree Lafawn – Review by Jenni Bishop

Dino (Glass City Hearts Book Two)Dino by Desiree Lafawn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dino (Glass City Hearts Book 2) by Desiree Lafawn is a story I have been waiting for.​ ​We finally get to read see what Dino’s story and what a complicated story it is. We also get re-acquainted with Gabe and Angel who I loved from the first book. I loved the first book but I looooooooooove this story. This is one story that once you start you can’t put it down. Desiree’s writing engages you and keeps you guessing as to what is around the corner and her characters are always well thought out and well developed. I laughed and cried and I cannot wait to get my hands on the next story. I loved the story of Dino and Jeanette and the bonds between the characters. I was happy to see the girls, Jolene and Gerta back to their old tricks.

This book has all you need for a great read, romance and suspense, mystery and love, fear and trust.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Gabe (Glass City Hearts Book One) by Desiree Lafawn – Review by Jenni Bishop

Gabe (Glass City Hearts Book One)Gabe by Desiree Lafawn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Gabe is the first book in the Glass City Hearts by Desiree Lafawn and it is a winner. Desiree has thrown everything you could want in a book and it comes together seamlessly. This story is intriguing and mysterious, sexy and hot, realistic and yet unbelievable. There is threats and crime, sleaze bags and terror, laughter and sadness but underneath it all is such sweetness it will knock you for a six.

The characters in this book are lovable and funny but Greta and Jolene are such a hoot, that you can’t help but laugh out loud with their antics and want to be their best friend. I hope we get to read more of these wonderful characters in the future.

What happens when you are in the wrong place at the wrong time? Who do you turn to when your life is in danger? What happens when you come face to face with a past that tore you to shreds? How can you reconcile a past with your future? What happens when you are so consumed with sadness that you don’t know how to move on?

To find the answers and more get a copy and sit back and enjoy the ride.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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The Permanence of Pain by Desiree Lafawn – Review by Stephanie Dulac

The Permanence of PainThe Permanence of Pain by Desiree Lafawn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Permanence of Pain was a wonderful read and I really enjoyed it. Once I started reading I didn’t stop. I read it all in one day :). I loved Regina and could really relate to her. 🙂

Reviewed by @stephaniedulac25

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The Permanence of Pain by Desiree Lafawn – Review by Jenni Bishop

The Permanence of PainThe Permanence of Pain by Desiree Lafawn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Permanence of Pain by Desiree Lafawn and is a good but quick read. ​Desiree knows how to write to connect you with the characters a feel a part of the story. This is a sad and yet funny and captivating story and a raw one at that, where our main character decides to take a good long look at herself. This story will take you on an emotional journey as she faces the trials and tribulations that make her more than she thought she could be. Watching her take back her life and finally stand up to the bullies was brilliant.

My only complaint is the story is too short. To see this made into a series would be good.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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