Carter Lenox has two regrets—hesitating on a mission in Afghanistan with disastrous consequences and pushing away Delaney Walker. When he gets word the love of his life is in trouble and she needs him more than ever, the decision to go home is an easy one.Delaney Walker has loved Carter since they were children. She’s waited for him between missions hoping he’d eventually open his heart and they … heart and they could be together. But when she suffers a devastating loss, one she must keep a secret, Delaney decides it’s time to stop waiting for her SEAL and move on.
With the threat closing in, Delaney has no choice but to turn to Carter. If she can find the courage to trust Carter’s promises and share her secret, their future will be full of the life and love they’ve always wanted. If not, Delaney may not only lose her first love, but her life.
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Heart-wrenching beautiful read
Riley Edwards is such an amazingly gifted writer and I have enjoyed every book of hers I have read. She has a wonderful talent for drawing the reader into each of her stories and thrusting them into the pages of her characters’ lives, letting you experience the tale right alongside them. Her words are captivating, spellbinding and beautifully written and you can tell from her writing style that it comes from the heart. Each book I read is better than the last and she always leaves me reeling and wanting more.
This current book, Adoring Delaney, is no different. The emotional turmoil these characters endure for their happy ending is real, raw, and will leave you in tears so fair warning…have tissues on hand! There is plenty of action, suspense, fiery tempers, fun exchanges, pain, drama, witty banter, secrets shared, the love of family, happy surprises, hot romance, and an unexpected turn of events in store for Carter and Delaney as they fight for the future of their dreams that has been a long time coming and written in the stars since their youth. You will not want to miss this amazing adventure. I devoured their story in one sitting…I could not put it down!
*I received an ARC from the author and I am voluntarily providing my honest review.
I am reeling from the emotions this journey invoked. I believe these two were soul mates even before birth! The long, and I mean long, road they traveled apart, was so frustrating, but I think necessary, for Carter to get his head straight and focus on his career. Oh, but the toll it takes on his and Delaney’s nonrelationship/relationship almost costs them their HEA!
There’s a boatload of emotions pouring out of this read, some drama and intense situations toward the end, just a crazy rollercoaster of a ride for two people meant to be together. As always, the strong family unit is there for them and guaranteed, tears will be shed, both happy and sad.
I always love happy surprising HEAs! A recommended read from me
Carter & Delaney destroyed me!
Love love love this series!
Wow!!!
Wow! So much in one book. Loved it. Cried and laughed and could not put it down. A must read!!!
Delaney and Carter had a long way coming. Growing up together and knowing for a very long time they were ment to be together – exept Carter kept her his dirty little secret for all this time. That is, until the day disaster strikes and Delaney finally getting to cut lose from him. Avery intense and deep story that will cut you to your core. Fabulous. It’s the best book in the series.
Another amazing story
Delaney and Carter are up next in book five of the next generation seriesThis story is amazing and is jam packed with adoration, determination, suspense, action and some tear jerking emotions as one comes to expect from Riley
A wonderful second chance romance in my mind and I’m intrigued to see how Quinn goes with Brice
Wow!!!
Wow! So much in one book. Loved it. Cried and laughed and could not put it down. A must read!!!
This book was totally worth the wait. If I had to put a song to the book it would be Colder Weather by Zac Brown Band. That’s Carter. I love you but I leave you…
Delaney is also ZBB’s Sweet Annie. The girl the guy gets when he finally pulls his head out of his butt to realize he loves her. Of course we see both characters parents in this book and I still have a book crush on Jasper so……
I loved Carter and Delaney’s story.
I really liked this book. It was filled with chemistry and suspense. Great addition to the other books. I enjoyed every minute of this book.
I think Riley Edwards enjoys playing with my emotions. I have been waiting for this book to be released for so many months. As I was finishing up the 3rd book in this series, I just knew with with everything in me, that Carter and Delaney’s story would be next but nope, lol.
Finally , it was time to read and I was a happy reader. Damn it, these two pulled of my heart strings in every way possible throughout this book. I felt such a connection to both Carter and Delaney , because their issues were so real life and of course Riley wrote them in a way that you become engross with them.
Carter, oh em gee, I swear I was ready to slap him so much in this story. He’s an alpha in every way. He thinks his actions are what’s best for the love of his life, but he fails to see how much he’s hurting himself and those he loves.
Delaney , I just wanted to hug her . Every time she went up, I followed, she cried, I cried. Her character sucks you and you can’t help but love her.
The tug of war that takes place between Delaney and Carter, geesh!!! Their chemistry , my my my . These two will take you on a ride that will you need, a box of tissue and a strong drink, something cold because with the heat from these two, you’ll need it.
One of my favorite thing about this book , was how supportive the family can be. There were so many moments where both characters received support without ever having to ask for it. The family stepped up , push when there was a need and it made you connect with the characters more.
Gret book.
I have been not so patiently waiting for Carter and Delaney’s story and OMG I was so NOT disappointed! What an amazing journey! Talk about soul mates, no doubt their journey has been filled with many obstacles but what perfection their story is! Be prepared for a wild ride of emotions that you won’t want to put down!
Adoring Delaney
The Next Generation Book 5
By Riley Edwards
Took me a bit to try to word out my review for this book. I gotta say I love every book I’ve read by Riley Edwards but Adoring Delaney blew me away!! I have never read a book that not only touched my heart but also reached my soul. I cried, I laughed, I cheered both of the characters on, but mostly I fell in love. I read the book twice and I would read it again in a heartbeat.
Riley Edwards never disappoints with her books and Adoring Delaney is a must read 10 stars book!!! Pick yours up today and get ready to fall in love. You’ll be addicted and wanting more.
A great second chance romantic suspense, this spin off of Ms. Edward’s 707 series takes the reader on the journey of two people who, while not related by blood, are family and are fighting what they know deep down is where they belong – together. Adding to their problems is are secrets, threats and their past. I loved this one, it had me everywhere from laughter to tears to biting my nails. Great characters, plot and writing, Adoring Delaney goes into my recommendation pile. Enjoy!
The long awaited story of Delaney and Carter is finally here and in true Riley Edwards form, this book ticks all the boxes and you best have tissues ready.
I read this book in one sitting and went through a gamut of emotions. I was angry and frustrated at Carter, I kept screaming at him (via my Kindle, of course) to get his head out of his arse. It took a stern talking to, an intervention of sorts from his Dad (Lenox of Free from 707 series) for Carter to finally man up. He redeemed himself so beautifully after that. Delaney just breaks my heart, she carried so much guilt and she pushed everyone that loved her away. She tried her best to moved on from Carter, even to the extent of dating a fellow teacher! In the end her love for Carter won and she cautiously allowed him back into her life. The scenes where Delaney and Carter finally told their family and extended as to what really happened to her was a sobfest for me. I love all the characters from this series making appearances throughout this book. However, there’s a sinister presence looming and Delaney might find herself in danger again.
In this book Ms Edwards introduced us to Carters team mates … Logan, Trey, Drake, Matt, Luke and I can totally see more books coming our way! Needless to say, I’m very much looking forward to spinoffs!
Carter and Delaney have a love that was built upon years of being friends and that is a love that will last a life time. Carter joins the Navy after school and ships out only to come home on special occasions. He tries to stay away from Delaney because he believes that one day his job will get him killed and he can’t stand the thought of hurting his precious Delaney that way.
Delaney is a strong and independant women who knows what she wants and its Carter. Shes waited all her life to have him love her the way she loves him, she knows he does but can’t understand why he keeps her at a distance. But on a trip home they come together and from then on everytime Carter comes home he sneaks into Delaney’s house only to stay with her til he has to return to the Navy. Why can’t he see what he could have, why can’t he decide that Delaney is the one woman that he will never get out of his heart. Will they both get it together enough to realize they can’t live without each other and will they finally let their families know they’ve been together for years or will this relationship fizzle out because of fear?
Riley Edwards has once again given us a wonderful story that will keep you wish for that HEA and all the feels you can have. Well done Riley, well done.
Carter and Delaney have loved each other pretty much most of their lives. He is in the service. They think they are sneaking behind their families when he is back but they find out later that their families knew.
When Delaney was kidnapped, something tragic happened and she can’t get past it. Carter made a split decision that changed his life.
Can they both get past what happened and finally be together?
Adoring Delaney, The Next Generation was a first for me. All in all this story about Carter and Delaney was very emotional and beautifuly written, hearts will be broken and shattered love will be lost but through all of this, family bond, forgiveness and undying love will prove that love will conquer all! Carter is dealing with is own demons from what happened in Afghanistan and leaving Delaney. All of the angst, pain and loss Delaney endured, now when Carter returns to win her back is he too late? Delaney is being threatened and in trouble, now Carter and his family are out to help her deal with this threat. Can Delaney believe his promises and will she be able to tell him her secret? This romance story was very powerful with plenty of sexy moments as Carter and Delaney prove that they are truly soulmates. This story was so moving, that I will have to read the other books in the Next Generation. This is a must read and I highly recommend this story! Riley Edwards has done an outstanding job telling this story. I voluntairly reviewed an advanced copy of this book.