SAVING STACEY REVIEW

Saving Stacey

(Florida Veterans #2)

by Tiffani Lynn

⭐⭐⭐⭐

"A steamy and well written romantic suspense"

Whilst this is the second book in the Florida Veterans series, it is very much a stand alone read. Saving Stacey is one heck of a spicy romantic suspense, with a kooky heroine and a surly hero. 

Having read a few books by this author I knew that this would be a very character driven story, and that those characters would be complex and flawed. I wasn't disappointed, there was nothing trite, boring or predictable about either Stacey or Hudson. I liked that there were several plot strands threading through the book, it gave extra depth and personality to the plot.

There were times I wanted to shake one or the other of this pair, but that just shows how invested I was in them. Their chemistry is as hot as the Florida sun that shines down in this book. There is a good balance so that the steam compliments and enhances the story, rather than swamping it.

I will say that we usually get a little more depth from supporting characters with this author. In Saving Stacey they felt a little underdeveloped, but the plot didn't allow for much interaction with these side characters. For a large part of the book, the plot very much revolved around just Stacey and Hudson.

Due to sexual content I would rate this as an 18+ read, other than that I would happily recommend it to family, friends and lovers of romantic suspense, as well as contemporary romance.

Blurb

On the run from her abusive ex, Stacey Allen spends her days refilling coffee and wiping down tables, instead of using her finance degree crunching numbers. A low profile life is the only way to survive as she struggles to divorce her cheating husband. Having nowhere else to turn when trouble tracks her down, she accepts help from a mysterious stranger. 


Former Navy SEAL Hudson McCormick spends his days as co-owner of Sunset Security and his nights bailing his drug addict ex-wife out of bad situations, including one that leads him to a damsel-in-distress. He can’t help but be drawn to a woman in need, even if he doesn’t want to be. 

The longer she stays hidden away in the sleepy vacation town from her childhood, the more she realizes how much she loves the simple life and the more her feelings for Hudson grow. Just when Stacey starts to feel safe, his past collides with hers, putting them both in danger. Hudson will do whatever it takes to save Stacey - even if it means risking his heart.

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Finding Hope

A Colorado Veterans Christmas

by Tiffani Lynn

5+ stars - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⋆

Quite simply one of the best contemporary romances I've read in a while

Finding Hope is the fifth book in the Colorado Veterans series, though all can be read stand-alone. You really don't need to have read any of the other books to enjoy this one, though I do highly recommend reading the whole series, simply because they are such fantastic books. Whilst the story is set around the Christmas period, it is a book that you will read again and again, any time of the year. It's somewhere between novella and short novel, but despite the shorter length this still packs an emotional punch. This book really moved me, so much so that I ugly cried at how touching certain scenes were.

I love a military man, especially a damaged alpha hero, and adore a strong, feisty heroine. With Tiffani Lynn's characters I get that in spades. I haven't met a hero or heroine of hers that I haven't either fallen in love with, or wanted to be best friends with and this book was no different. 

We have Rosie, whose teen and young adult years were full of the worst types of abuse. She has a heart of gold and a generous soul, her goodness and kindness shone so bright as to almost dazzle you. Then there is ex-marine Cyrus, suffering the trauma's so many of our brave soldiers do once back on home soil. This pair had so many raw and damaged edges but they came together to form one beautiful and perfect whole.

 

The strength and beauty of this book lies in it's intense focus on Cy and Rosie and their time together. Whilst there are a couple of side plots, most of the scenes involve both of them. This helps form a really strong picture of who they both are, as well as allowing us to experience their growing connection. Both characters are so very believable, not to mention likeable, and with the book written 1st person from both POV's I totally felt a connection to both of them.

There is nothing I would change about this story (well other than to make it 5 times longer just so I could spend longer with this delightful couple). I can't sing its praises highly enough. There are no miracle solutions to problems, no love curing deep seated trauma, but the realism is what I love about this series. There is, however, plenty of love and joy to be found in the pages of this book, along with a wonderful set of characters and a pretty amazing story.

Do I think you should read this book? Yes I most certainly do.

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Synopsis

Marine Corps veteran, Cy McMullen walked away from his life, and everyone he loved, never looking back. Suffering from severe PTSD from his time overseas has left him socially crippled and emotionally damaged. With limited coping skills and an inability to trust anyone, he now lives a hopeless, solitary life on the streets.

Registered Nurse, Rosie Rossi recently moved to Colorado Springs to be near her sister, after a forced estrangement that lasted nearly two decades. She loves spending time with her sister and family, but she needs something to call her own as she struggles to deal with the ghosts of her own past. She soon finds purpose in volunteering at the local Veteran's homeless shelter. 

One cold December afternoon, circumstance pushes Rosie and Cy together in a way that forces them to come to terms with things they've long since avoided. An unlikely friendship blossoms between the two with a warmth that could melt even the most frozen of hearts. 

In a season where miracles are born, fate chose to bring these two lonely, broken people together to heal one another. The pain of the past is the only thing standing in their way, but they both have been given a gift, something they thought was gone forever... hope.

BLOG TOUR & BOOK REVIEW **** Finding Passion by Tiffani Lynn

MY REVIEW

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 Passion

Colorado Veterans #3 by Tiffani Lynn 

Publication Date: August 16, 2017 

Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Military Romance

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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.

Finding Purpose

Colorado Veterans #1 by Tiffani Lynn 

Publication Date: April 4, 2017 

Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

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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

 

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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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Finding Passion

Colorado Veterans #3 

by Tiffani Lynn 

Publication Date: August 16, 2017 

Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Military Romance

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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

Publication Date: April 4, 2017 

Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

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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

 

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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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Finding Heart

A Colorado Veterans Novel by Tiffani Lynn 

Publication Date: June 7, 2017 

Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

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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.

My Review

Oh my word this is even better than the first book was. If you're anything like me you will need one huge box of tissues to read this. I cried so many times I thought I would run out of tears.

Marina and Jasen knew (and secretly) cared for each other as youngsters in care, so this is a little bit of a second chance romance. I thought Jasen would be the broken and damaged character but boy it was Marina who broke my heart and had me blubbering repeatedly with how scarred she was inside.

Marina comes across as flighty and a little naive at first but you soon realise what a very strong person she is to have survived her circumstances for so long. Jasen has cut himself of emotionally from life and as a result adds to Marina's pain. There were so many ups and downs for this couple but the plot never felt repetitive.

I loved this story, it really pulled at my emotions and battered me but also gave me hope. The plot was really well thought through and interesting and it had a few sub-plots that added extra depth. The main, and supporting characters, were so detailed that they felt like real people. The writing is excellent, the story flows well and has a good pace to it and it kept me engaged from the very first page to the last.

The whole book is full of believable characters and situations and is a truly wonderful story of growth and love.

Finding Purpose

by Tiffani Lynn 

Publication Date: April 4, 2017 

Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

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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.

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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FINDING HEART by Tiffani Lynn

Finding Heart

A Colorado Veterans Novel 

by Tiffani Lynn 

Publication Date: June 7, 2017 

Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

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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.

My Review 

6 out of 5 stars

Oh my word this is even better than the first book was. If you're anything like me you will need one huge box of tissues to read this. I cried so many times I thought I would run out of tears.

Marina and Jasen knew (and secretly) cared for each other as youngsters in care, so this is a little bit of a second chance romance. I thought Jasen would be the broken and damaged character but boy it was Marina who broke my heart and had me blubbering repeatedly with how scarred she was inside.

Marina comes across as flighty and a little naive at first but you soon realise what a very strong person she is to have survived her circumstances for so long. Jasen has cut himself of emotionally from life and as a result adds to Marina's pain. There were so many ups and downs for this couple but the plot never felt repetitive.

I loved this story, it really pulled at my emotions and battered me but also gave me hope. The plot was really well thought through and interesting and it had a few sub-plots that added extra depth. The main, and supporting characters, were so detailed that they felt like real people. The writing is excellent, the story flows well and has a good pace to it and it kept me engaged from the very first page to the last.

The whole book is full of believable characters and situations and is a truly wonderful story of growth and love.

Finding Purpose

by Tiffani Lynn 

Publication Date: April 4, 2017 

Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

Purchase: Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Kobo | iBooks | Books2Read

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.

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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