Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Page turning contemporary romance. Ella and Jake are both very passionate about protecting those they love. This book was a first for me by this author and I do recommend this book. Great story, and the chemistry between the two main characters is off the charts. The way Jake pays attention to the little things and notices details as well as asks about Tessa is fantastic.
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Ella is struggling to deal with the loss of her sister Chrissy after an intense two year battle with cancer when she receives a summons from Taylor’s Law office to come in for an inquiry. Ella feels blindsided that she is having her ability to care for her niece put into question. Once letters surface there written by her sister, things get a little uglier for the time being.
Jake Taylor is doing all he can to put his law office back on the maps with the right reputation after his last partner pretty much ruined everything for him. Then his aunt and uncle ask for his help in a family matter, when he doesn’t even practice family law. At what lengths can he help his family?
This book was set in Sydney, Australia and was a fun little romantic read. There were a few times when I felt the writing was a little bit choppy but overall this is an enjoyable story. I would hope that no one I know would ever have to endure what Ella has had to endure in keeping her family together!!
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Taylor’s Law
By: Jennifer Raines
Review By: Susan Ratchford
4 stars
After a 2 year battle with cancer tragically takes her sister Chrissy’s life, Ella gains custody of her niece Tessa. A complicated and heart wrenching situation is made even worse when Ella finds a letter after the funeral, from Taylor law. The meeting to discuss supposed paternity and custody introduces her to Jake Taylor, a man she can’t help but be drawn to, even though they but heads. Secrets and lies unfold as Ella fights for what’s right for Tessa. Will Jake do the same?
This book was so well written and emotional! Jennifer Raines really knows how to pull at the heartstrings and bring a few tears to your eyes. Taylor’s Law is a quick and captivating read with relatable characters you can’t help but love. I love the strength and determination of Ella’s character after facing such hardships. This story truly has everything you would ever want in a book, secrets, lies, greed, love, humor and hope. You might need some tissues but I thoroughly recommend this book!!!
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I highly enjoyed this book! Ella is such a strong woman who fights for what she wants/needs and especially for Tessa. I definitely went on an emotional roller coaster ride while reading this. I felt all of the things. I also loved Jakes character as well. Everything was just well written and enjoyable!
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is an emotional and complex story, more so than I thought it would be as I was expecting a typical romance book when I started. But this book has a depth to it you don’t find with most romance books and pull that I hadn’t thought would be there.
The characters completely make this book. They are so well written. They each have their own story, their own voice, and I wanted to listen to all of them. I was invested in the book and the outcome and I couldn’t wait to see how things would resolve. This was a surprising read but a good one nonetheless.
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
After caring for her sister and niece until her sister’s death, Ella Anderson is committed to continuing to provide a loving home to her niece, Tessa, just as she discussed with her sister. However, after returning home from the funeral Ella finds her sister has received a summons request in regards to paternity and custody, the date – the following day. Overwhelmed, but determined to do whats best for Tessa, Ella goes to the meeting believing things will be manageable. They are anything but. Jake Taylor, the attorney representing, the potentially paternal grandparents believes the whole situation is a gambit for money and makes it clear that is the case.
What does Jake know that Ella doesn’t? What is going to happen to Tessa? Will Ella lose all in the end? Or will everyone win? Will all the secrets and lies be overcome?
I thoroughly enjoyed Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines. There was a depth to the story that you do not always find. I enjoyed reading the changes that each of the main characters go through allowing them to not only grow as a person but also allow themselves to go after what they truly want. I would recommend this book; it is worth the read.
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
3.9/5 Stars
This was my first book by this author and it’s set in Australian. There are a few cultural differences between the book setting and my home country, but overall they aren’t large enough to be confusing. I felt the book jumped in a serious situation quickly and felt almost overwhelmed at the beginning. I found myself having to reread to make sure I understood the situation correctly. I think if the book was a little more of a slow burn, I would have enjoyed it more. The seriousness of the custody battle seemed rushed and left me with questions at times.
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I was immediately intrigued by the synopsis of this book and I was not disappointed either. The story of Ella, Jake and Tessa is captivating. I admire Ella and her tenacity, dedication, and loyalty to her sister and niece. She is willing to do whatever it takes, no matter how many hurdles she must jump, in order to fulfill her sister’s last wishes.
Jake, also displayed strong dedication and loyalty to his family ties and ensuring his relatives were not being taken advantage of. As the two face each other in the legal battlefields, they also cannot dismiss the growing attraction between them. The emotions and feelings they possess are conflicting, to say the least. Twists and turns are around every corner, and Ella and Jake are lost in the maze of lies while seeking the truth.
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Dealing with the loss of her sister after nursing her and raising her daughter. Ella faces a new fear losing the child she’s raised. Will the company who took her parents farm land take her niece too? Or will the new head of the company Jacob take her heart instead? This book brings up so many toxic family issues that a lot of people struggle with and proves that you can take a shitty situation and move on from it and learn from it. 100% recommend.
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
A captivating contemporary romance. The author has created a extremely well thought out plot. There was a bit of everything in this book with drama, humour and angst. The characters were well written and have good development throughout. Overall a super enjoyable read, can’t wait to see what this author writes next.
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I really enjoyed this quick read by Jennifer Raines. It was my first of her books, but I would definitely read more. This contemporary romance had lovable characters that you become invested in. There is a unique twist to the story and I loved the setting of the book, which was also unique to my experiences as a reader in the US. As someone with a sister and a nephew of my own, I connected to the story and found myself hoping for a happy ending. Great summer read!
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book was a quick read by a new to me author.
Ella finds herself raising her niece, Tessa, after her sister loses her two year battle with cancer. After the funeral, Ella finds a letter for an appointment her sister had with a lawyer they do not have a good history with. She shows up to the appointment only to realize she may lose the loose custody she has of her niece. While all this is happening, Ella inexplicably finds herself drawn to Jake and while he’s sure Ella has something to do with her sisters apparent extortion plot, their chemistry is off the charts. As more secrets are unearthed, Ella isn’t sure who she has on her side but one thing she does know is she will fight for Tessa with everything he has.
I enjoyed this story. It was slightly different than most I’ve read and it kept me engaged. The characters were well written. There was a lot of emotion and tension in this book. I couldn’t wait to find out what was going to happen next!
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
4.5 stars
Taylor’s Law is a fresh idea and a good read for fans of contemporary romance stories. This is the first book I have read by this author and I was pleasantly surprised. It’s good to see a new Aussie author writing stories within Australia. Jennifer has cleverly woven the threads together with complex layers that leaves you with an intriguing and compelling tale.
This story has a bit of everything to keep the pages turning with power and greed, secrets and lies, wealth and envy, passion and compassion, love and loyalty, angst and fear, humour and more.
Ella has done the ultimate sacrifice but with it comes and unexpected legal problem. But she will fight with everything she has to hold on to the one thing that means more to her than life itself.
Jake is wary and isn’t sure what to think but will he have to choose between family and the woman who needs help.
Reviewed by @jennadb
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My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This wasn’t an easy read but it was also a beautiful read , I know it doesn’t make sense but once you read this you’ll agree with me I’m sure ….
Chrissy is sick , with cancer . Her sister Ella is taking care of her and her daughter Tessa so it wasn’t really a surprise that it’s Chrissy’s wishes that she becomes a Tessa’s guardian ….
Not only has Ella lost and buried her sister , she’s found out she’s a legal guardian and then just to to make matters worse she receives a letter from the very same lawyers firm that gist her family dearly 🥲 good grief how much more must one person deal with !?
Jake and Tessa are fighting their attraction and Jake wasn’t aware of the family history but both want what’s best for dear Tessa ….
While I cried a lot there were a few moments where I just wanted to beat Chrissy with a tennis racquet for the position she left poor Ella by hiding things from her and not playing open cards …..
I cried , I laughed , I got really angry but at the end of the day what will be will be and one just has to have faith that love will prevail ❣️
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
**No spoilers** I am giving this book 5 stars because it grabbed my attention from the first page and had me wanting more. I have never read a book by This Author before, but I will definitely be looking for other books by her! If you are looking for a new book this is the one!
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a quick and easy read with a good storyline and likeable characters. Ella is taking care of her niece, Tessa, after her sister tragically passes away from an illness. She’s just barely started the grieving process when she finds a letter from a lawyers office and finds that the letter pertains to a possible paternity suit. Who is the potential father and why is he coming forward now? Her sister never outright said who Tessa’s father was and no father was listed on the birth certificate. When it comes out that her sister was blackmailing this man for money Ella can’t help but wonder what other secrets her sister had hidden from her. Why didn’t her sister let her know that she was trying to contact the potential father? In the process of gearing up for a courtroom showdown over poor Tessa, she is fighting her growing attraction to the young lawyer. Is there potential for a happily ever after or will he break her heart by taking her niece from her?
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What a great book! A tale with sadness, love, family, passion, chemistry, a well written antagonist. I found the novel to be well rounded with a great push and pull, and I enjoyed the budding romance where otherwise there was a difficult situation present. Book was well written with a great flow and well thought out characters. Heartwarming and enjoyable all around
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
4 Stars
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines is a wonderful contemporary romance with family, secrets, lies, angst, friendship, humour, chemistry, passion, drama, and finding love unexpectedly.
Elle is in for the fight of her life- and the stakes couldn’t be higher. She is determined to succeed. There is a lot riding on the outcome. But will she win much more than she expected or hoped for? How far would you go be willing to go for family? You really should read all the captivating details for yourself.
Looking forward to reading more from Ms. Raines…
Happy Reading!
Thank you, Jennifer Raines!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was wonderfully written. Ella Anderson has put her life on hold to care for her dying sister and her niece Tessa! There’s alot of Confusion…Ella’s sister Chrissy, sent a letter to Mr Taylor ( who is also Tessa’s uncle ) explaining how her child should not have to want for anything and should be taken care of. Ella is heartbroken to find out that Chrissy was sending letters out in the end. Ella is prepared to raise Tessa as her own until Tessa’s father comes back into town and tries to custody. Jake Taylor is a lawyer and is prepared to help His aunt and uncle get visitation with their grandchild. Jake also finds he is quite attracted to Ella. Will Jake help his cousin get custody of Tessa or will he be a wildcard and have his own agenda in giving Tessa the best life.
review by @xchellex
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I really enjoyed testing out a book by a new to me author! This story was well written and refreshingly original. While you could see some of the steps coming, the author was able to grab readers attention and keep it! I look forward to finding more by this author!
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Taylor’s Law is a standalone novel by Jennifer Raines. This is the first book that i have read of hers and I have to say I really enjoyed it. The plot was original – I have not read another book like it. Though maybe a little predictable, I enjoyed the twists and turns that happened throughout. Ella only wants the best for her niece. After losing her sister, Ella will do anything to keep her niece safe and with her. However, Jake has received word that his cousin is the baby’s father. Meaning it is likely going to be a fight for the baby. Will Ella be able to stand her ground? Or will Jake be the best of the best to win the case? Or will mutual attraction make this situation incredibly messy?! I think you get the idea. This was a fast read and a great book.
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
“Love is a gift, not a burden.” “Power isn’t always used to harm.”
Tessa has a loving aunt to care for her after her mother dies. Ella knows her sister would have wanted her to raise Tessa, but she finds out that her sister has started something that may take Tessa away from her.
Still reeling from her death, Ella must move into a custody battle where she finds herself attracted to the opposing lawyer, Jake. He also happens to be a lawyer with the company w caused her family a lot of heartache in the past. Jake finds himself in love with Ella, but he has to show his loyalty to his family. How can he do that when what he wants is to show his loyalty to Ella and Tessa? This is a story of secrets, betrayals but most of all, what lengths we go to for the ones we love.
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This contemporary romance really blew me out of the water. Personally I love contemporary romances, but If they aren’t your cup of tea, I would personally recommend giving this one a go. Full of romance, secrets, lies and more this one has enough twists and turns to keep anyone on the edge of their seats. The characters are very well developed and realistic, the plot is intriguing, and the cover is just flat out clever. So if your looking for a great new read then look this one up today.
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This read was heartwarming all in all. I enjoyed the character connections, the feelings that were associated with it, and how everyone seemed to bounce off one another. Enjoyed the use that was seen a lot as I read, of the importance of family and love. That was meaningful to me.
I loved the bond between Ellsa and Tessa. Though she was not her blood mother, Ella would do anything for Tessa. Things happen and they are threatened to be ripped apart. Ella did not give up whatsoever, She fought for the one thing she cared about more than anything. Even when someone throws a card into the pile that puts a wrench in most things, she stayed true to her ground. The essence of family was very strong in this read, I felt a lot as I read, and I am very thankful I got to enjoy such a good book.
The book was a good and fast read. I was very much hooked. The book flowed very nicely as well. I could not put this one down. Highly recommend this must read book, not one to be passed up.
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was an enjoyable and engaging read, which had me hooked from start to finish. Following the death of her sister, Ella Anderson is raising her niece, Tessa as requested, and although she is struggling money wise she’s happy bringing up her adored niece. So when she receives a summons from a legal Goliath, on behalf of a wealthy stranger who is claiming paternity and, potentially wants custody of Tessa, she is shocked. Lawyer Jake Taylor, is looking after his aunt and uncles interests, having received a letter from a women claiming that his cousin has a daughter, Tessa.
When Ella, the child’s aunt turns up in his office Jake thinks the case is suspicious. Although Jake and Ella have divided loyalties, neither can deny the growing attraction between them. However, the case is full of secrets and lies, and Ella is not sure that she can trust Jake to make the right decision regarding her having custody of Tessa. This was a heartwarming romance full of drama, which took me on an emotional rollercoaster whilst reading it. The storyline is gripping and had me happily turning the pages. The characters and the setting are all brought to life by the descriptive narrative, which made me feel immersed in the story. I definitely recommend this novel.
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Eleanor has just gained custody of her niece after the passing of her youngest sister, when she receives a summons to a lawyer’s office for a firm that she and her family have had negative dealings with in the past. Unsure of what she’s walking into, she knows better than to ignore it, so she shows up to find out that her sister has offered her daughter in return for money to the parents of the father nobody knew existed. Jake is a lawyer just trying to help his aunt and uncle, who raised him, to have access to their granddaughter they just discovered existed, if it’s even true that she belongs to his cousin Drew. What neither of them expected is that to fall in love throughout their time trying to sort out the situation with Tessa. When it appears that Jake is suddeny working with Drew to get custody of Tessa, Eleanor has to decide if she can trust him to do what is right or if he will double cross her and remove Tessa from her.
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Eleanor has just gained custody of her niece after the passing of her youngest sister, when she receives a summons to a lawyer’s office for a firm that she and her family have had negative dealings with in the past. Unsure of what she’s walking into, she knows better than to ignore it, so she shows up to find out that her sister has offered her daughter in return for money to the parents of the father nobody knew existed. Jake is a lawyer just trying to help his aunt and uncle, who raised him, to have access to their granddaughter they just discovered existed, if it’s even true that she belongs to his cousin Drew. What neither of them expected is that to fall in love throughout their time trying to sort out the situation with Tessa. When it appears that Jake is suddeny working with Drew to get custody of Tessa, Eleanor has to decide if she can trust him to do what is right or if he will double cross her and remove Tessa from her.
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a really captivating romance. The author does an amazing job with the story and the characters. Both of our main characters Ella and Jake are strong determined people who care about and want to protect the people they love. A chain of events leads them to start off on oppositites sides fighting for custody of Ella’s niece.
After Ella’s sister passes she is left with custody of her niece. Dealing with grief and the sudden responsibility she is shock and devastated to recieve a letter to discuss custody of Tessa to her paternal grandparents.
This starts a whirlwind of emotions including the immediate attraction the the lawyer who is pursuing this case Jake Taylor.
Jake Taylor doesn’t deal in family law normally however he takes this case because he wants to save his uncle and aunt from being hurt. Unsure of whether this child is really their grandchild or someone trying to con them he heads into war to find out the truth. What he doesn’t expect is to run into Ella.
He knows her love for the child is real but a part of him can’t help thinking she is behind the lie, if it is a lie.
What happens next is a rollercoaster so emotions run high and secrets and lies slowly come out in the open.
When torn between doing what is right by Tessa and doing what his aunty and uncle want which side will Jake choose?
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Ella seems to be the most tenacious character I’ve read about in a while. She’s just lost her sister, Chrissy, after a two-year-long battle with cancer, during which Ella was the primary caretaker for both her sister and Chrissy’s daughter, Tessa.
Returning back to her apartment following the funeral, she’s faced with an unexpected letter declaring an appointment Chrissy had at a Taylor’s Law Firm, the same firm that helped a greedy corporation swindle her family out of some of their farm’s acreage several years ago. This time, the family faces the threat of a custody battle over Tessa by her biological father, Drew, who seemingly wanted nothing to do with the pregnancy from the start. Things are only complicated further by letters from Chrissy posthumously delivered that imply she’s willing to give custody to Drew’s family in exchange for money.
Despite her own reservations and disdain for the law firm, Ella is drawn to Jake Taylor himself, and the two exchange heated words that seem to only fan the flames of attraction between them. For Jake’s part, he’s unaware of the history between the families, but has his own reservations about Ella’s involvement in Chrissy’s “extortion plot.”
There’s a lot of pushing and pulling between Ella and Jake, and when Drew finally agrees to a paternity test, things quickly cool off, much to Ella’s confusion and frustration. Drew has his own motives to pursue custody of Tessa; and after discovering the connection between Drew and Jake, Ella decides Jake is on the wrong side of her family’s best interests. She prepares for yet another legal battle against money and power, with the hopes that this fight doesn’t cost her everything she loves.
The book is clever, with lovable characters, plenty of tension, and just the right amount of surprise. Some of the push-pull between Ella and Jake feels a little discombobulated, but it might just be cultural differences, as the book is set in Australia; otherwise, I found the book to be a delightfully dramatic read.
Taylor’s Law by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
What a fantastic read! Ella is caring for her niece Tessa after the death of her sister when she finds out her sister has actually put some wheels in motion that could see her lose Tessa. Ella must navigate the turmoil that comes along with custody battles all while grieving her sister and fighting her growing attraction to Jake Taylor, who happens to be a lawyer with the company who has previously caused her family a lot of heartache. Will Jake be the reason her heart heals or will he be the reason it breaks again? This really is such a wonderfully crafted storyline with totally relatable characters that takes you on a complete rollercoaster of emotions.
