Finding Passion
Colorado Veterans #3
by Tiffani Lynn
Publication Date: August 16, 2017
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Military Romance
Javier Suarez left the Marines four years ago after experiencing the ugliest facets of war. He’s been to hell and back but now he feels that his life is complete. He runs his own private investigative firm, spends time with his family and volunteers for local charities. He doesn’t need anything else.
Valerie Larinsky has spent the last 18 years fighting for the lives of her patients as a naval combat surgeon. But now that she’s returned to civilian life she has a new fight on her hands; her husband has left her, taking their only child with him.
Javier’s life is turned upside down when he takes Valerie on as a client. He’s drawn to her in ways he doesn’t want to be. The two do their best to ignore the fire igniting between them as they forge a working friendship.
When Javier’s old issues resurface, it’s Valerie’s turn to figure out how to help him before he loses the battle of life.
MY REVIEW
5 out of 5 stars
Well the book started with an bang and was a none stop mix of action, steam, angst and drama though out. If you're looking for a cliched 'boy meets girl, boy and girl get together, boy and girl split up, boy and girl reunite' book you will be severely disappointed. IF however you are looking for a well written, deep, emotional book with well rounded characters and a gripping story line then look no further than this.
On the day she finally leaves the Navy, Valerie receives some very unexpected, difficult and shocking news. Stuck in an unfamiliar town, far from family and friends we see her struggle with building a life for herself. Javier enters Valerie's life in an unexpected way and the pair have super hot chemistry and form an instant connection. For what he considers to be a good reason, Javier is determined to keep Valerie at arms length, Valerie is trying to sort out her life and isn't looking for a long term commitment either.
Javier is one hot male, with a love of family, a strong work ethic and a deeply caring side. However he keeps sending Valerie some very mixed signals and whilst on the surface he behaves like a jerk, you can understand his twisted logic, so I still loved him as the hero. Valerie is a wonderfully strong character and it was wonderful to see how she grew in this story. At times she lacks confidence (not helped when Javier behaves like a jerk) but it was wonderful to see a mature heroine behaving her age, not always being perfect but feeling very real.
I thoroughly enjoyed this story of two wonderfully human characters, facing adversity and living life. The author's writing style is very easy to read, the prose flows well and is easy to follow. The plot is like nothing you will have found elsewhere - it genuinely feels like you are looking into the lives of real people. There are no easy options here nor cliches, instead you will find a deeply moving and at times difficult (though not dark) story. I also like that there is no insta-love or super quick romance, instead the plot takes place over months into years, with the story developing and progressing in a natural way.
Finding Purpose
Colorado Veterans #1 by Tiffani Lynn
5 out of 5 stars
Well the book started with an bang and was a none stop mix of action, steam, angst and drama though out. If you're looking for a cliched 'boy meets girl, boy and girl get together, boy and girl split up, boy and girl reunite' book you will be severely disappointed. IF however you are looking for a well written, deep, emotional book with well rounded characters and a gripping story line then look no further than this.
On the day she finally leaves the Navy, Valerie receives some very unexpected, difficult and shocking news. Stuck in an unfamiliar town, far from family and friends we see her struggle with building a life for herself. Javier enters Valerie's life in an unexpected way and the pair have super hot chemistry and form an instant connection. For what he considers to be a good reason, Javier is determined to keep Valerie at arms length, Valerie is trying to sort out her life and isn't looking for a long term commitment either.
Javier is one hot male, with a love of family, a strong work ethic and a deeply caring side. However he keeps sending Valerie some very mixed signals and whilst on the surface he behaves like a jerk, you can understand his twisted logic, so I still loved him as the hero. Valerie is a wonderfully strong character and it was wonderful to see how she grew in this story. At times she lacks confidence (not helped when Javier behaves like a jerk) but it was wonderful to see a mature heroine behaving her age, not always being perfect but feeling very real.
I thoroughly enjoyed this story of two wonderfully human characters, facing adversity and living life. The author's writing style is very easy to read, the prose flows well and is easy to follow. The plot is like nothing you will have found elsewhere - it genuinely feels like you are looking into the lives of real people. There are no easy options here nor cliches, instead you will find a deeply moving and at times difficult (though not dark) story. I also like that there is no insta-love or super quick romance, instead the plot takes place over months into years, with the story developing and progressing in a natural way.
Finding Purpose
Colorado Veterans #1 by Tiffani Lynn
Publication Date: April 4, 2017
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance
Once upon a time, when Quincy Hannigan needed saving, he was there to hold her hand. Years have passed since she was that weak, broken girl; instead, a strong, intelligent woman stands in her place. She’s making the world a better place one arrest at a time and has everything she’s always wanted—except Judson Rivers.
When Judson’s father died suddenly, he dropped out of college and became a Navy SEAL. He left everything from his old life behind, including the girl he loved, but never told—Quincy. After ten years, Judson’s military career ends abruptly when the vehicle he’s in runs over an IED. He has his hands full learning to live with one leg, PTSD and a civilian life he wasn’t ready to return to.
Judson and Quincy are reunited when their mentor dies. Once Quincy realizes the depth of his pain, she knows it’s her turn to be the savior. Years of pent-up passion are unleashed, but it may be too late if Judson can’t crawl out of hell. Quincy has every intention of healing this wounded warrior before his demons are the ones who determine his fate.
Finding Heart
Colorado Veterans #2
by Tiffani Lynn
Publication Date: June 7, 2017
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance
Marina Rossi is a tornado of personal chaos, always stumbling into trouble no matter how hard she tries not to. After being scarred by her family and placed into foster care as a teenager, she finds solace with Jasen until he’s moved to a new home. Because of all she’s endured, her biggest fear is being alone and her only goal in life is to create a loving family.
Jasen “Dex” Dexter aged out of the foster care system and dove straight into a career as a sniper in the Army. After nine years of service his platoon was ambushed, forever changing the course of his life. Now a police officer, Dex is known for being patient, calculated and methodical. He enjoys the solitude his life provides and wants to keep it that way.
Dex’s perfectly arranged life is turned on its head when he encounters Marina in a compromising situation. Even after twelve years apart it only takes them seconds to recognize one another. As Marina faces more trouble than one woman should, Dex feels his orderly life slipping away. While he tries to sort out his conflicted feelings, Marina becomes the target of a crazed stalker. If Dex doesn’t make a decision, it might be too late for both of them.
About Tiffani Lynn
Tiffani currently resides in Florida with her husband, three daughters and chunky yellow lab. She graduated from the University of Maryland with a degree in social science and spent five years working for Hospice. When she’s not writing or taxiing her children around she enjoys reading and attending concerts. Tiffani is also a crazed fan of the Tampa Bay Lightning, Tampa Bay Rays, and the 2016 World Series Champion Chicago Cubs.
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