This book is book two of the series but can be read as a standalone. This is a contemporary second chance romance.
Mary and Brad were friends growing up until Mary broke Brad’s heart. Brad is back in town for his sister’s wedding and still holds onto his hurt feelings from all those years ago. Mary is fresh off of a break up ready to do her own thing. Thanks to a mutual friend, Mary and Brad reconnect but it’s not as easy as that. They are forced to face the past and all of the hurt and misunderstandings. Will the crushes they both had lead them to a second chance?
I really enjoyed this book! Mary’s character was relatable. Brad was a little harder to like but his holding on to the grudge he had against Mary worked for the storyline. Overall it was a good book!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angelina Frazzinihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngelina Frazzini2022-12-06 04:41:542022-12-08 14:43:12Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Angelina Frazzini
Mary and Brad have some history together but not the kind that Brad was really wanting to have. His heart was broken by Mary right before prom when she chose another man. Such is the life of men all over the country today. However, in the case of Mary and Brad, they are given an second chance at love when a well-meaning friend brings them back together.
I enjoy reading books by this author. They are real, raw, clean romance novels that have you feeling like you are a part of the story, or at least watching from the closest armchair. The characters are relatable and you’ll be cheering them on in their journey. There are a lot of ups and downs but in the end, the second chance is worth it!
Have you ever had a lost love story that you’d like to have a second chance on?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Julie Johnsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJulie Johnson2022-12-05 22:44:552022-12-08 14:42:48Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Julie Johnson
I adored this second chance romance. The characters were lovable, the storyline believable, and the setting endearing. Brad and Mary missed their chance in high school, will they have better luck ten years later?Jane Suen has an engaging style that pulls you right in. I loved this sweet little tale.
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https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Codi Parhamhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCodi Parham2022-12-05 21:39:342022-12-08 14:42:31Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Codi Parham
Brad and Mary had crushes on each other back in high school (even if they never admitted it to each other)…but Mary ended up dating Brad’s friend Jim. As soon as Brad could leave after graduation, he did. He has been busy growing his own business while keeping the past in the past. However, a return home for a wedding changes all that.
Mary has just experienced a break-up and is single and ready to mingle. When she is pushed together with her past crush at her sister’s wedding, she is ready to see what kind of fun she can have. When Brad and Mary get to reminiscing about the past, will they be able to move past the misunderstandings of their younger selves? Do they have a future? Or is whatever they could have had doomed by the past?
This was quick read that I enjoyed spending time with. This is the second book in the series…with some crossover characters…but you don’t have to have read the first one to understand what is happening. I think both characters were relatable and their story made for entertaining reading. Overall, a good book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rosanna Ingramhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRosanna Ingram2022-12-05 21:29:332022-12-08 14:42:19Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Rosanna Ingram
An easy, sweet read. The author does a wonderful job creating a setting and developing characters in such a short read!
Mary and Brad are believable characters and the reader can feel their struggle and tension with one another as they hold on to pain from the past. Coming back into each other’s lives wasn’t what they had planned, but can they work through the pain from the past to have something better than they ever had?
This is a sweet, clean story about second chances and a journey through healing wounds from the past. It is an easy, quick read that keeps your attention and is easily finished in one sitting and is recommended if you looking to pick this one up!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jessica Condrahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJessica Condra2022-12-05 21:25:272022-12-08 14:42:14Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Jess Engel
Reckless Heart (Second chance romance series Book 2)
I have been fortunate enough to have the opportunity to read other books by this author and enjoyed each of them. She hasn’t pigeon holed herself in one genre which means you never know what she will be releasing next.
The local cupid is working her magic to help two hearts reconnect after several years apart and she’s pretty slick. I even fell for it.
Mary and Brad have some pain associated with the other but even after more than ten years those wounds aren’t completely healed.
Mary keeps way too much to herself and I wish she had reached out to her sister or anyone really.
Brad probably keeps way too much to himself too, but I think he reason is a little different. He’s a good guy with a great heart.
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 Rankin2022-12-05 21:14:082022-12-08 14:42:05Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Robin Rankin
What a beautiful book! I love this author so much! The characters, the story, the emotions!!! I can’t get enough! Author really has a way of grabbing a hold of your feelings and having your full attention the entire time! It’s like I could feel exactly what the characters were feeling! Absolutely remarkable. Highly recommend if you love a GREAT second chance romance!!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashley Sugarhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshley Sugar2022-12-05 20:27:422022-12-08 14:41:50Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Ashley Sugar
This book is the second book in the Second Chance series by this author, but can be read alone. Mary and Brad used to be friends. They grew apart over the years and recently reconnect, thanks to a mutual friend. Mary was looking for love after ending a long-term relationship. Brad hadn’t yet found someone to share his life. Can they forget a painful and embarrassing experience from high school and find love with one another as adults? I like Mary’s character. I find her to be believable and relatable. I don’t care for Brad’s character as much. He seems superficial to me. Overall, I enjoyed this book and look forward to more stories from this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennie M Bechtelhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennie M Bechtel2022-12-05 19:08:262022-12-08 14:35:50Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Jennie M Bechtel
Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance #2) by Jane Suen
This isn’t the first book I’ve read by the author. Reckless Heart is the second book in the Second Chance Romance Series. Reckless Heart is a great read. The author knows how to build words.
Mary has broken up with her long term boyfriend. Right before her sister’s wedding. Now she’s single and her old high school crush is back in town. Can they hash out the past and move forward with the future? The quote I chose for Mary is: “You’re planning to expand?”
Brad is back in town for Katie’s wedding. He doesn’t plan on sticking around for long. Then a friend sets him up with the one who broke his heart. Can he get past that and everything else that has happened? The quote I chose for Brad is: “Kell? She’s long gone. Kell almost broke me, pulling a stunt behind my back. She was ruthless, aggressive, and greedy, and became a competitor who’d do anything to get an edge on a business she was secretly setting up. And that’s what she did. Double-crossed me. In hindsight, it was a hard lesson. I’d trusted her again, but I learned from it, and in the end, I became a better person, and the business is in a better place.”
I thoroughly enjoyed this heartwarming second chance at love sweet romance. I was kept happily turning the pages of this standalone story, which had me hooked throughout. Mary had a secret crush on Brad when they were younger, but thinking he wasn’t interested in her, she ended up dating Brad’s friend Jim. Meanwhile, Brad left his hometown after he graduated, as he didn’t want to see his friend and the girl he had a crush on together. Having put his past regrets, of not confessing his feelings to Mary, behind him, he’s worked hard building his construction business into a success, but he’s forced to return home for his sister’s wedding. His plan is to get through the weekend and then leave, but then he meets Mary again, and she’s newly single and ready to date. Mary is surprised to come face to face with her school crush, but instead of a shy lanky boy, Brad is now a gorgeous confident man, it’s just a shame he seems hesitant to get to know her again. When a matchmaking friend gets involved, Brad and Mary are forced to face the painful misunderstandings that cost them a relationship during their teenage years. I love Brad and Mary’s characters, as they are both likeable and relatable, and their chemistry really came across in the narrative. I was cheering the couple on hoping they would get their second chance at romance and a well deserved HEA!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Gordonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Gordon2022-12-05 16:05:112022-12-08 14:32:18Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Jennifer Gordon
This is one author I always enjoy reading new things from as she always seems to create sweet and interesting stories. I enjoyed this first book in this series and I was glad to see this book met my expectations. I enjoyed the characters in this book. It was nice to see their development and watch them reconnect after so many years. The book itself was a little well written and exactly in the style I have come to expect from this author. It was a steady pace, a little slow at times, but with an engaging story overall. I thoroughly enjoyed this book.
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 Baker2022-12-05 15:50:352022-12-08 14:32:11Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Kerry Baker
Ahhhhhh! These two, Mary and Brad, drove me crazy. Seriously. They still have residual feelings from when they were in high school but each harbor hurt, anger or resentment about one incident that has colored everything since. BUT, neither want to talk about their feelings. Ugh!!!
This sweet romance of first love getting a second chance is good. The story is relatable and the characters are real. I just wanted to shake them both at different times and scream for them to talk to one another!! Like when Brad got all in his feelings when Mary asked if a family was in his future. I don’t believe she was trying to hurt him. I believe Mary was genuinely curious if that was something wanted in or for his future. *sigh* I was totally in favor of the way Laurie got Mary to the hospital.
To make the rock formation perfect, Mary needs to carve her and Brad’s initials, just like the original!!
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 Policicchio2022-12-05 14:43:182022-12-08 14:31:32Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by M Policicchio
Mary and Brad were friends in high school, but they always wanted more of that from each other, but life and bad decisions made them fall apart. After 10 years and a couple of weddings they are reunited by a friend in common.
Both had a lot to say to each other but not the mental force to do so, but as the story develops they would find someone new in each other and a new opportunity to be something more than friends.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Paloma Fierrohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngPaloma Fierro2022-12-05 14:41:112022-12-08 14:31:20Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Paloma Fierro 05/12/2022
This is a beautiful second chance romance. It is a short read and I read it in one sitting. The author’s writing really draws you in. The characters are so likeable and relatable that you just know this had happened to someone somewhere and it makes the story even more realistic. It’s a heartwarming story about young lost love, heartbreak and finding the strength to take a chance on a love that was lost in the past.
In this story we read about Mary and Brad. In their teenage years they had an attraction and spark but Brad’s shyness lead him to be too scared to let Mary know how he felt and he lost her when she started to date his friend. Fast forward and things have definately changed. Brad is now a confident and successful man. He returns to his home town to attend Mary’s sister’s wedding. All he wants is to leave without the risk of losing his heart all over again.
Another big change is that Mary is single and finding her way in the world on her own. When she meets Brad again there is no denying that the attraction and feelings are still there. The question is will they be prepared to take a chance on each other this time, or will the pain and misunderstandings of the past stop them from finding a future?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Carrhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Carr2022-12-05 13:31:032022-12-08 14:31:07Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Kerry Carr
This is the second installment in the Second Chance Romance Series by Jane Suen, though it can be read as a standalone book. Mary and Brad, whom we met previously in book one, share their story of heartache, misunderstandings, love, and past humiliation. It’s been ten long years since these two childhood friends have talked or seen one another when one of their friends arranges for them to run into each other. Can they overcome the heartache of the past and the feelings that were never divulged in order to be friends or more? Are second chances really possible? Will the old feelings that resurface overshadow the pain, humiliation, and heartache of the past? Will Laurie continue her plotting and matchmaking schemes? She is truly an amazing character and friend in this series. Jane Suen has written a beautiful, clean, feel good, story of love with heartwarming characters. I’m enjoying this series and hope to read more by this talented author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Donyahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDonya2022-12-05 10:44:142022-12-08 14:30:32Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Donya Pedigo
Reckless Heart is the 2nd book in the Second Chances romance series. It could be enjoyed as a stand alone book. There are crossover characters and references, but there is enough background details provided that it doesn’t feel lacking. I really loved this book. Brad and Mary were friends in high school, and both had crushes on each other, but Mary ended up with one of Brad’s friends. A wedding brought them back into each other’s lives and a mutual friend pushed them together. They spent a holiday weekend reminiscing about the past. Will they both speak up about their feelings, both past and future? Or dwell on the hurt from teenage stupidity? Or perhaps bury the past and start over? Wouldn’t you like to know……
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Elizabeth Sanchezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngElizabeth Sanchez2022-12-04 21:55:272022-12-08 14:37:51Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez
Jane Suen is a first time author for me. I wasn’t sure what to expect from Reckless Heart, especially being the second book in the Second Chance Romance series. Overall, this was a pretty good book. The characters were realistic, although I felt that some of their inner dilemmas were a little childish. Holding onto a hurt from ten years prior (when both parties were mostly oblivious to the feelings of the other party) seemed rather extreme to me, but did lend the story its main idea so it did work for the story. Jane Suen created a wonderful, realistic world as well. I did feel like the story ended rather abruptly, but overall, this was a good, quick read. I would recommend to anyone looking for a quick romance.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Mandy Otthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMandy Ott2022-12-04 21:50:252022-12-08 14:37:45Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Mandy Ott
Brad and Mary were friends of the same group growing up until Mary embarrassed him and broke his heart. 10 years later he still holds that grudge. Reading the book, I was like ok it’s 10 years later…get over it!!! To say Brad annoyed me throughout the book is an understatement but oh well. When Brad shows up back in his hometown for a wedding, one friend arranges him and Mary to be at the same diner at the same time and then she runs out leaving them to have breakfast together. They end up spending some time together even running into Mary’s ex who she ended up breaking Brads heart over. Will Brad be able to get over it and forgive Mary or will they just spend some time together as friends before Brad goes back to his life of making tiny houses? I guess I thought the book was well written. I have loved other books by this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Michelle Mulveyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMichelle Mulvey2022-12-04 10:14:012022-12-08 14:21:54Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Michelle Mulvey
This is a really heartwarming sweet, second chance romance story. I had read the first book which I really enjoyed, so was happy to read the next book in the series. As with the first book, I would have liked the book to be longer as i felt it came to quite an abrupt end. There was so much more scope to add to the story and at only 150 pages it felt more like a novella.
In saying that I really did enjoy Brad and Mary’s story. Both are great characters and I could easily relate to them. Both had crushes on the other as teenagers but were to shy to do anything about it. In fact Mary broke Brad’s heart when she ended up in a long term relationship with his best friend, who she has recently broke up with this. This time Brad is determined to get the girl. The story is well written and flows well with enough action to keep you entertained and gripped by the story. I really would have liked to have read more about Brad and Mary.
Definitely recommend, especially if you want a quick read.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Karyn Taylorhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKaryn Taylor2022-12-04 09:47:502022-12-08 14:21:36Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Karyn Taylor
3.5/5 Stars This was my first read in this series and I wasn’t lost. This book was a quick read, and could pose as a stand alone. At times I felt like I was reading a romance about high schoolers and not adults. The way situations were handled and reacted to, didn’t match the character’s ages in my opinion. It’s a cute romance, but I wish the main characters were more mature.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Daryian Lucashttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDaryian Lucas2022-12-01 22:25:182022-12-08 14:17:31Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Daryian Lucas
Mary and Brad have known each other most of their lives, and from grade school on, Mary had a crush on Brad. When Brad takes too long to ask her to senior prom, Mary makes a fateful decision that changes the course of their relationship until many years later. When Mary’s sister Katie gets married, she is somewhat surprised to see Brad in attendance. Mary hopes that she can save her relationship with Brad before it’s too late. Brad isn’t sure he can get over the pain and bitterness from that fateful decision so many years ago.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Candice Esteshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCandice Estes2022-12-01 18:04:212022-12-08 14:13:33Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Candice Estes
I really enjoyed the story of Brad and Mary. They were both so likable and relatable. I like how the author wove the storyline, inserting moments from the past into the present situation. Although it is a short read, you will not fall short on finding the emotion in the story. I was only going to begin the book but ended up reading it in one sitting . A very sweet story about finding love in second chances.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bethany Rollinshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBethany Rollins2022-11-29 08:36:432022-11-29 14:05:52Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Bethany Rollins
I truly enjoyed this second chance romance. The characters were completely loveable. I also felt that the storyline was completely believable. I also loved that I could feel the butterflies between Brad and Mary even though they were years out of high school. I know that I could relate to misunderstandings in high school. I love that this misunderstanding is given the chance to be set right. More importantly I love that you could feel their emotions jump off the page. If there is one thing this story definitely had going for it was that the author is able to pull you in to it. I found myself thinking about my own high school experiences and wondering how I would handle it if the opportunity presented itself to correct these understandings. It definitely got me thinking about how time changes people and how in as many ways as you change you might also stay the same. I loved this second chance romance!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Christinehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChristine2022-11-28 16:42:052022-11-29 14:00:21Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Christine Baranek
A story about two people reuniting after humiliation, heartbreak, and vindictive behavior broke them apart. Reckless Heart is a second chance romance. The author takes a while to actually get to the root of the back story. Majority of this story is written over a day, with a lot of flashbacks. Mary and Brad secretly had a thing for one another when they were growing up. That is till Mary crushed his heart by humiliating him by going for his best friend in front of all of their friends. Yet 10 years later he still feels protective of her. He fights a battle within himself while they spend a day together. Mary, freshly single, still feels an attraction to Brad, but feels she doesn’t deserve him after what she did. How these two navigated the day they spent together was sweet. Does Brad forgive her? Does Mary want to be with him? The author put together a story that had all its working parts. It felt a little lost at times in the beginning, but that was cleaned up as the book went on. I liked the story that was presented. It makes one dwell on their own past and memories.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Beverly Place-Finniehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBeverly Place-Finnie2022-11-27 15:06:242022-11-29 13:57:47Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Beverly Finnie
Sometimes, impetuous choices we make as teens have long-lasting consequences. This is a story about second chances, ten years later. The hero and the heroine are amazing characters. Readers get to travel with them on a journey of self reflection. Readers get to witness the main characters stand up for themselves in ways they never had before.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Alison Risherhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAlison Risher2022-11-27 11:06:202022-11-29 13:52:34Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Alison Risher
This author is truly gifted, in all that they do and create. I loved this first book in this series, and this one was no different. I loved the connection ties to the previous installment. This truly was an impacting, good read.
The book was deep with feeling. Powerful with emotions and tangles of the heart. Mary and Brad were two souls with connections from the previous books, and I was rooting for them. Mary was carefree, but full of life and heart. Brad, had a troubled past, but wanted something he felt he could not reach. Pain of the past intercepts and causes walls, but to embrace a future, they must work through those feelings of the past and think about what the now and future could be, if they trust each other as well as themselves, if they let it. Beautiful writing. Great character depth as well as development. Of course the author has a way with the words they write and create. Emotional and powerful. A great read. I loved it all, truly!
This book was such a joy to read, and as well to get lost in. I really love the writing that this author does in all of their books. Highly recommend this must read book. series, and author! All are a joy to read!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorrene Huismanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorrene Huisman2022-11-25 11:34:542022-11-25 12:06:33Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Lorrene Huisman
Reckless Heart is the second instalment in the Second Chance Romance Book series by the talented Jane Suen. It is a wonderful, sweet, clean, feelgood, second chance contemporary romance. As expected from this skilled author, Ms. Suen has once again delivered a story full of emotion, touching and tender moments, friendship, family dynamics, angsty misunderstandings, endearing characters, nasty ex’s, matchmaking, drama, hope, healing, and much more. This is Mary and Brad’s story- we met these characters previously in Book One, as Mary is Katie’s (MFC from Book #1) older sister, and Brad was also a guest at the wedding (in Book #1). He and Mary share a complicated and somewhat painful past. Having been friends at school they share many fond memories, but there were also secret feelings that were never divulged- and when hearts were broken it tore them apart. Heartache and life led them in different directions- but now, ten years later, fate has brought them back together. Old feelings resurface, simmering embers reignite, and hope blossoms. But will past hurt, miscommunications, and resentment cost them their second chance at finding love and happiness? This is definitely well worth the read to find out… I love Ms. Suen’s books/stories, but especially her wonderful characters. I loved getting to know Mary and Brad better and following them on their story. The characters are all so well-developed- cleverly crafted into realistic and believable individuals with their own unique personalities, quirks and flaws. Including the secondary characters- most of whom are recurring characters from book one. I love that Laurie continues with her sneaky (and clever) matchmaking schemes. She’s a great friend. I love how quirky and likeable the characters are (except the ones we are meant to not like)… Another great read from Ms. Suen- can’t wait to see what she has in store for us next… 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 Hayes2022-11-22 23:49:302022-11-25 11:53:54Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book #2) by Jane Suen – Review by Angela Hayes
Reckless Heart is one of my all-time favourite stories by Jane. I really enjoy her writing. This engaging emotional tale has all the feels. It is a short story that is a sweet second chance romance. I read the book in one sitting as the story just called to me and the characters were wonderful likeable and well developed. It has everything to delight the sense and keep the pages turning. With high emotions, angst, steam, misunderstandings, pain and hurt are just some of what you get. My only wish once again is that it was longer.
Mary is ready to embrace her new life as a sexy single woman and has her sights set on a certain someone. However, it may be more difficult than she thought.
Brad returns for his sister’s wedding and has mixed emotions seeing his lost crush. Does he have it in him to relive the pain from the past and move forward?
You will have to read this beautiful tale to see what happens. A perfect present for someone for Christmas.
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 Bishop2022-11-22 16:06:442022-11-25 11:48:23Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Jenni Bishop
This one of those stories that will have you riding the emotion roller coaster. Early crushes but another got in the way. Now they have a second chance. Will they make this work? Will they overcome the baggage? A beautiful story of Mary and Brad that is so well-written. It truly felt like you were there sharing it will friends (kind of like Laurie). They writing is real, heartfelt and you can feel their issues. You can feel them going through relationship struggles and joy. The characters are well-developed. It was great to have Katie, Chase, Timmy, and others from ‘This Time Around’ make an appearance. The descriptions make the town sound like any small town, USA. A beautiful second chance romance that you must read.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shelly Kittellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShelly Kittell2022-11-21 06:53:362022-11-21 12:02:00Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Shelly Kittell
Brad left his hometown right after graduation, unable to stay knowing Mary had chosen his friend Jim before he could confess his feelings to her. Since then, he’s worked hard growing and building his construction business. He thought the past was behind him. Now, he’s back in town for her sister’s wedding, and he just wants to make it through the weekend without a fresh dose of heartache.
On the heels of her break-up with her ex, Mary is ready to embrace her own sexy independence. What better way than with her grade-school crush? Gone is the lanky, shy Brad she knew in school, replaced by a gorgeous, confident man… who seems hesitant to get to know her again.
Thanks to their matchmaking friend, they’re forced to face the painful misunderstandings from their teenage years. Will the secret crushes they once had give them the second chance at romance they both crave?
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