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Defined (The Cadence Duet Book Two) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Katie Matthews

Defined (The Cadence Duet Book Two) AUDIO BOOK

By Dakota Willink

4 Stars

 

After listening to book 1 in this series I was really excited to find out what was going to happen to Cadence and Fitz. This followed on from book 1 albeit 17 years later. I would highly recommend listening to book 1 first to fully understand the dynamics of this couple’s relationship. I’m not 100% sure I liked this book as much as book 1 but it was still a really enjoyable listen, some great twists and turns in the story too. The narrators again were excellent and really brought the story to life. They still kept tup that connection between the two characters and made it feel real and genuine.

I really enjoyed listening to this duet and I would absolutely recommend it.

 

Defined (The Cadence Duet Book Two) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Heidi Schoolman

This is the 2nd book in the Cadence Duet series.  This is an audio book and is just over 8 hours listening time.  This story follows Cadence and Fitz.  Their story began almost two decades ago, and it was one where Cadence was left holding her broken heart.  Figures they would run into each other.  Cadence runs a nonprofit and Fitz is the CEO of a firm that represents the politicians who fight against everything she does.  How on earth could a relationship survive this?  Would Fitz be able wriggle out from under his father’s thumb for a second chance?

Defined (The Cadence Duet Book Two) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by S. Bittles

Defined (Cadence Duet: A Second Chance Romance Book 2)Defined by Dakota Willink
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is Book 2 in the Cadence Defined series, a novel about a second chance love story which picks up 17 years after the first book ends. Although there is a large time gap between novels, Willink maintains her characters personalities throughout their developing timelines.

I listened to the audio book and both narrators did an awesome job; great chemistry and performance! Having two narrators helped to keep events and conversations separated, as without words to follow it can get mixed up in your mind.

Willink has created a great developing plot, which is easy to follow if you haven’t read/listened to Book 1. Reading Book 1 will give you more insight to the characters past and how they were as young adults.

Be prepared that there are firm political views that arise, which were hard not to skip, but other than that Willink has delivered yet again!

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Defined (The Cadence Duet Book Two) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Kerry Baker

Cadence Defined Audio Book by Dakota Willink is the second book in the Cadence Duet. This book picks up 17 years after the events in book one and really does need to be read in order.

I enjoyed how well the author transitioned the characters from young adults into grown people which complex lives and needs. When I started this book it was easy to keep the two separate. It took no time at all to be drawn back into Cadence and Fitz. Their journey was still anything but easy and to see how everything had played out so far was great.

I loved how easy it was for the characters to connect again. That bond was so strong.

I have really enjoyed everything about this duet. It was well written and emotional. The characters were engaging and had a depth to them that you don’t always see.

This is a brilliant series that I would highly recommend.

Defined (The Cadence Duet Book Two) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Sunday Barnaby

Cadence Defined by Dakota Willink 

Narrated by Lacy Laurel and Zachary Webber

Five Stars

 

Cadence Defined is the second book in the Cadence Duet by Dakota Willink. These books need to be listened to in order, and they are both hot listening. This is true love with twists and turns. I like that the books were 17 years apart and the growth of the characters was amazing. This author is definitely a one click for me and I look forward to whatever is coming next.

Lacy Laurel and Zachary Webber did an excellent job with both books in this diet. They really brought the characters to life. I will also be watching for these two narrators in my upcoming audible listening pleasure.

 

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Defined (The Cadence Duet Book Two) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Shelly Kittell

Cadence Defined Audiobook By Dakota Willink cover artCadence and Fitz were summer loves. Unfortunately he had other plans that didn’t inclue Cadence. He left her with a beautiful baby girl that he knows nothing about. With the help of her parents, Cadence has worked hard to raise her as a single mother and is now runner her own agency. Fitz is running a PR agency in DC and his father is still trying to run his life. Fitz is still pining for Cadence and has been for 17 years. He did marry in an arranged marriage. The only thing good to come out of it wa shis son Austin. You can only imagine the panic when Callie’s date to prom is Austin. Oh the drama kicks in. Cadence picks up on the resemblance then runs into Fitz and here comes trouble. His father’s threating him to run for the Senate to he get what he wants. What kind of person threatens a grandchild? I love the drama and conflict. I felt like I was listening toa poor version of Dynasty. Cadence is a very strong woman and her spirit is strong and fierce. I do wish it had been an ensemble read as some of the narration was a little lackluster. I would still highly recommend.

5 stars!

Defined (The Cadence Duet Book Two) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Robin Rankin

Cadence Defined: Cadence Duet,  Book 2 by Dakota Willink

I was dying to get this second book and listen to it and was so not disappointed in the story or narration of this book.

I love Cadence and Fitz so much and was curious to find out how they were going to find their way back to one another and wasn’t disappointed one bit.

Both Zachary Webber and Lacy Laurel did a great job of pulling me in once again into Cadence and Fitz’s lives and I enjoyed every second.

There are some surprises that I wasn’t expecting and think I may have gasped out loud when things were revealed.

Loved this book!

Defined (The Cadence Duet Book Two) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

I loved this story!! This book is the continuation of Cadence and Fitz and picks up where book 1 ended. Years later… you find out how each of their stories played out after being apart since their one summer together 17 years ago. You learn what happened to Fitz and his journey of what his father had in store for him. Also learning what happened to Cadence, her parents and Camp Riley. Everything comes in full circle when Cadence and Fitz bump into each other again. There where secrets revealed and some bumps along the way….and a few jaw dropping moments for me. Will love prevail!? Listen and see….Please listen to book 1 first then definitely continue the story with this book 2. It is truly fantastic!! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Defined (The Cadence Duet Book Two) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Deb Robinson

Defined (Cadence Duet: A Second Chance Romance Book 2)Defined by Dakota Willink
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fitz and Cadence together again, I could not be happier to read part 2 of their story. Dakota Willink has hit this one out of the park. The reuniting of Fitz and Cadence is filled with so much turmoil. This story takes place 17 years after the first part. Cadence’s baby is all grown up and ends up going to prom with Fitz’s son. Fitz is still butting heads with his father and could end this reunion before it really gets going. I loved this duet. Both stories keep you guessing and if all will work out with a happy ending.

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Defined (The Cadence Duet Book 2) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz

This book gave me so many different feelings. It will make you feel love, sadness, worry, hope, and so much more. Cadence Defined is a book about a love that never faded, but was unattainable. Circumstances of politics created chaos and sadness until they found each other again. The story felt relatable and realistic, which made you yearn for a happy ending, in hopes that all of us can obtain our own happy endings. As an audiobook, I thought that the narrators were well picked. There were two narrators (one male and one female), each playing their part. One thing I wish would have occurred is that the male and female would have each played their part within each chapter, instead of the male or female playing both parts of the chapter they were narrating. But, otherwise, this was a great read!! 

Defined (The Cadence Duet Book Two) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Bobbi Wagner

This is my second audio in this series and I loved it just as much as the first.  This is an author I never hesitate to pick up, she is that awesome.  I enjoyed how the narrator brings the story to life using different tones of voice.  They keep me wanting to listen to more of it.  They make it fun to listen to and also entertaining.  This is a story about opposite attraction and how things once were may not be the same again.  Cadence’s story continues and we get to find out if she is willing to sacrifice her values for a man she has loved.  She is such a great character and brings so much to the story.  I highly recommend this audio

Untouched (The Cadence Duet Book One) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Heather Lovelace

Four stars

I really enjoy this author’s writing style and always connect emotionally to the story that unfolds. I felt that the narrators did a beautiful job bringing this book to life. I was immediately pulled in and didn’t want it to end. An excellent listen.

Defined (The Cadence Duet Book Two) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink

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Defined (The Cadence Duet Book Two) by Dakota Willink
Genre – Contemporary Romance, Second Chance Romance, Virgin Romance
Listening Length – 8 hours and 3 minutes
Narrated by: Zachary Webber, Lacy Laurel
DEFINED, BOOK 2 IN THE CADENCE DUET
From Amazon Bestselling Author, Dakota Willink, comes the second book in the Cadence duet—a second chance romance that will leave you breathless!
One love. One destiny. But it only takes one person to bring the house of cards tumbling down…
Cadence
Seventeen years ago, Fitz Quinn stole my heart.
He took my innocence, then left me broken.
When a twist of fate brought us together again, I quickly learned even time couldn’t dim our chemistry.
Fitz was sexier than ever—successful and provocative.
He became the man I always knew he would be, and the heat between us quickly became unbearable.
Despite the promise I made to herself, the walls to my heart started to crumble.
Before I could stop it, I fell for him all over again.
But things are so much more complicated now.
Live are at stake.
I need to weigh my options and decide if sacrificing my values is worth being with the only man I have ever loved.
Fitz
They call me Washington’s fixer.
Fixing the mistake I made with Cadence all those years ago should be simple.
Except it isn’t.
Things aren’t the same as they once were.
Cadence is the driving force behind a non-profit organization where she handles each case with the determination of a shark. I’m the CEO for a public relations firm—one that represents the politicians who fight against everything Cadence stands for. What do they say about opposites attract?
Cadence is hiding something—I know it.
Now we’re at a crossroad. I need to decide if going against my father is worth pursuing a second chance with her.
One wrong move and my reputation could be obliterated.

~ AMAZON ~

Dakota Willink is an Amazon Top 100 Bestselling Author. She loves writing about damaged heroes who fall in love with sassy and independent females. Her books are character-driven, emotional, and sexy, yet written with a flare that keeps them real. With six published titles, a magazine publication, and the Leave Me Breathless World under her belt, Dakota’s imagination is constantly spinning new ideas.

The Stone Series is Dakota’s first published book series. It has been recognized for various awards, including the Readers’ Favorite 2017 Gold Medal in Romance, and has since been translated into multiple languages internationally. The Cadence duet was a finalist in the HEAR Now Festival Independent Audiobook Awards. In addition, Dakota has written under the alternate pen name, Marie Christy. Under this name, she has written and published a children’s book for charity titled, And I Smile. Also writing as Marie Christy, she was a contributor to the Blunder Woman Productions project, Nevertheless We Persisted: Me Too, a 2019 Audie Award Finalist and Earphones Awards Winner. This project inspired Dakota to write The Sound of Silence, a dark romantic suspense novel.

Dakota often says she survived her first publishing with coffee and wine. She’s an unabashed Star Wars fanatic and still dreams of one day getting her letter from Hogwarts. She enjoys spending time with her super-supportive husband, her two witty teenagers, her spoiled rotten dogs, and her chubby cat. During the summer months, she can often be found taking pictures of random things or soaking up the sun on the Great Lakes with her family.

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Untouched (The Cadence Duet Book One) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

I loved this story of Cadence and Fitz…. At first Cadence gives Fitz a run for his money when it comes to jobs at Camp Riley during one summer. Little did she know it did not take much for her to fall for him. Fitz, a son of a wealthy politician, really stole my heart strings. When Cadence really gets to know Fitz and about his back story growing up, you cannot help but love his character. Fitz knows after his summer is over spent at the camp, he has to go back to his father to Washington DC… will their summer romance survive….. listen and find out… cannot wait until I listen to book 2. I really enjoy Author Dakota Willink’s books..and this is definitely 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 listen!

Untouched (The Cadence Duet Book One) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Kerry Baker

Cadence Untouched Audio Book by Dakota Willink is the first book in the Cadence Duet. This is a book that defines a sweet summer romance in one breath and then in the next hits you fully with all the emotion. As this story built up I found myself falling more in love with Cadence and Fitz. Although on the face of it they are so completely different they should have never worked in reality they seemed made for each other. The author did a great job of creating that connection between them.

I knew from how the book started that I was in for an emotional ride and that is exactly what happened. I was swept away by the book and enjoyed every part of it. I cannot wait to see what happens next in part two.

Untouched (The Cadence Duet Book One) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Heidi Schoolman

This is the first book in the Cadence Duet series.  This is an audio book and is just under 6 hours of listening time.  This is written by Dakota Willink and narrated by Zachary Webber and Lacy Laurel.  This story follows Cadence and Fitz.  They meet at Camp Riley, and while Fitz is somewhat of a bad boy, she should have walked away, but there was just something about him.  Fitz was set to go back to D.C. after the summer, but how can he knowing this is turning into much more than a summer fling.

Untouched (The Cadence Duet Book One) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Katie Matthews

Untouched (The Cadence Duet Book One) AUDIO BOOK

By Dakota Willink 

 

Untouched was a really lovely audio book to listen to, I really enjoyed the story and the narrators really brought the story to life. It was a great listen, not overly long – just right. There were some very unexpected twists and turns in the story too and I cannot wait to listen to the second book in the duet. I loved Cadence and Fitz, really great characters in the story. I definitely felt to innocence of Candence in the story – the author really managed to capture that well. I’ve listened to a few audio books now and I think this one probably had the best narrators, I really felt like they understood the characters well and that definitely came across.

I am really looking forward to more from this author and definitely the next book in the duet to see where this story will go.

I would definitely recommend this audio book to other listeners!

 

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Cadence Untouched: Cadence Duet, Book 1 Audio Book reviewed by Piper Foster

This book had me snorting straight away. Fitz and gerlad and quite funny characters and I liked them they make me laugh. Fitz is alot different as the book goes on and I feel more for him. Candace is so innocent she like a child. As time goes on she grows and make me not see her as upright as the start. Listening to this I can’t convey the words to how it makes me feel I highly recommend listen or reading as this is so amazing I don’t want it to end.

Untouched (The Cadence Duet Book One) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Anastasia Dodson

This Audio was FANTASIC. This is one of the best books that i have listened/read in a while. There was so many unexpected things that happened in this book! There was a few points while reading i was so sure i knew what was going on but then something would happen and i was left guessing again. It was great and crazy and frustrating but ooohh soo good, The narrators were a perfect pair for this book and they brought this book to life chapter by chapter. I will be reading more by this author in the future and i will also listen to more audios by the narrators too. I would recommend this to a friend.
Happy Listening.

Untouched (The Cadence Duet Book One) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Sunday Barnaby

Cadence Untouched by Dakota Willink

Narrated by Zachary Webber and Lacy Laurel

Five Stars

 

Cadence Untouched is the first book in the Cadence Duet by Dakota Willink. This second chance romance features Fitz and Cadence. They meet at Camp Riley as teenagers, and again as adults. You need to listen to find out what happens, I’m not telling you. This book had me listening from beginning to end in one sitting. Excellent read! I can’t wait to get the second book. 

Zachary Webber and Lacy Laurel narrated this great book. They did a great job, as always. Their voices blend well together and make for an enjoyable listen.

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Untouched (The Cadence Duet Book one) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Cindy Mayberry

Untouched

The Cadence Duet

Book 1

AUDIO BOOK 

By Dakota Willink

☆☆☆☆☆

This is a full length contemporary romance. Great story for your young adults, and the romantic readers.

Cadence Riley has focused her life around school and her job.  Camp Riley is owned by her parents, and a great place to work. She does not have time for relationships or boys. She works hard and stays out of trouble. Fitz Quinn is a spoiled brat, and the son of a rich politician. Sent to work at the camp by the courts. He comes with an attitude and the thought of all the girls he could get before returning home. What waits for him is not a choice, it’s a demand.  Can Cadence and Fitz stay away from each other? Will it be work as usual for Cadence? Can Fitz get through camp and return home, without compromising his heart?

 

Dakota Willink has taken a summer camp challenge and made it fun for all.  Her characters were fun and full of questions for the young readers. A coming of age romance. I really enjoyed this story and kept thinking of my granddaughters, they would enjoy this story as well. Just a pleasure for all to read. I am looking forward to reading book 2, where I am sure this story continues for Cadence. Well done Dakota Willink! Well Done! 

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Untouched (The Cadence Duet Book One) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Bobbi Wagner

I was excited when I saw this audible and couldn’t wait to start listening to it.  I loved this audible.  The narrator pulled me into the story by tones of voice.  The characters are engaging and connectable.  I enjoyed how the narrator would use different tones for each one of them.  This was a fun story to listen to on my way to work, I hated to have to stop it.  This is a second chance romance story that will keep you coming back for more.  It is the first one in this series and I can’t wait to listen to the next one as well.  This is a story about Cadence and Fitz. Cadence is quiet and Fitz is a bad boy she shouldn’t have fallen for.  What will fate have in store for these two?  I highly recommend listening to this audible to find out.  You don’t want to miss this first story in this series.

Untouched (The Cadence Duet Book One) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Robin Rankin

Cadence Untouched (Cadence Duet: A Second Chance Romance Book 1) by Dakota Willink

This is the first part of a two book series about Cadence Riley and how he world gets turned upside-down one summer while working at her family’s camp and worth every minute I spent listening to it.  I got so caught up in the story listening to Zachary Webber (one of my favorite male narrators) Lacy Laurel who is new to me.  They both were able to bring the characters to life in my mind and to be honest I haven’t stopped thinking about them and what’s going to happen next.

I’m so looking forward to listening to the second book and finding out what happens to both Cadence and Fitz over the years.

Untouched (The Cadence Duet Book One) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Deb Robinson

Cadence Untouched (Cadence Duet Book 1)Cadence Untouched by Dakota Willink
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was amazing. Author Dakota Willink draws you into the love story and never lets you down. The sparks fly and once they do you want everything to work out for these two. The backdrop of a summer talent camp is the wonderful place to let love fly. Cadence is an innocent at 18 trying hard to get into college early while Fitz is 22 and finished college. Fitz is the all American college playboy who has been sent to this camp as a punishment from his father. Fitz has a secret that could or will destroy the bond between him and Cadence. This book kept me reading and I didn’t want it to end. I was made to feel so many strong emotions. I can’t seem to get this story out of my mind a day later. I will be searching for book 2 in this series.

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Untouched (The Cadence Duet Book One) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink

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Untouched (The Cadence Duet Book One) by Dakota Willink
Genre – Contemporary Romance, Second Chance Romance, Virgin Romance
Listening Length – 5 hours and 46 minutes
Narrated by: Zachary Webber, Lacy Laurel
Cadence
Helping my parent run Camp Riley was my number one priority. I didn’t have time for Fitz Quinn—no matter how potent his smile was. He was the spoiled son of a wealthy politician; a gorgeous troublemaker with a cocky attitude.
But the second he spoke to me, I knew I was in over my head.
My heart warned her, but of course I didn’t listen. There was something protective and good beneath the bad boy exterior that made my insides flutter. Before I knew it, I was falling hard and fast.
Fitz
I wasn’t prepared to meet a girl like Cadence.
She was shy and innocent—and nothing like the girls who usually flocked my doorstep.
How could I resist her mile-long blond hair and emerald eyes?
I knew he shouldn’t want her. My father already had other plans for me and a relationship with her could never go beyond the summer.
I thought our stolen kisses by the lake were only supposed to be a summer fling.
Falling for her shouldn’t have happened.
But it did.
Now the clock is counting down until I have to return to the hell that awaits me in Washington D.C.
As September drew closer, I wasn’t sure if I could survive the end of everything I’ve come to love.

~ AMAZON ~

Dakota Willink is an Amazon Top 100 Bestselling Author. She loves writing about damaged heroes who fall in love with sassy and independent females. Her books are character-driven, emotional, and sexy, yet written with a flare that keeps them real. With six published titles, a magazine publication, and the Leave Me Breathless World under her belt, Dakota’s imagination is constantly spinning new ideas.

The Stone Series is Dakota’s first published book series. It has been recognized for various awards, including the Readers’ Favorite 2017 Gold Medal in Romance, and has since been translated into multiple languages internationally. The Cadence duet was a finalist in the HEAR Now Festival Independent Audiobook Awards. In addition, Dakota has written under the alternate pen name, Marie Christy. Under this name, she has written and published a children’s book for charity titled, And I Smile. Also writing as Marie Christy, she was a contributor to the Blunder Woman Productions project, Nevertheless We Persisted: Me Too, a 2019 Audie Award Finalist and Earphones Awards Winner. This project inspired Dakota to write The Sound of Silence, a dark romantic suspense novel.

Dakota often says she survived her first publishing with coffee and wine. She’s an unabashed Star Wars fanatic and still dreams of one day getting her letter from Hogwarts. She enjoys spending time with her super-supportive husband, her two witty teenagers, her spoiled rotten dogs, and her chubby cat. During the summer months, she can often be found taking pictures of random things or soaking up the sun on the Great Lakes with her family.

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