If it wasn’t for bad luck, I wouldn’t have any luck at all. That saying is as old as the hills in Tennessee, where I used to live. And it’s definitely true. I’m a bad luck magnet, at least when it comes to men.Moving to Stone Lake was supposed to be a fresh start. Here, I was going to build a life I could be proud of. Finally put down roots and live quietly.Be safe and happy.It didn’t quite work … quietly.
Be safe and happy.
It didn’t quite work out that way, but I’m stubborn and I’m not about to give up.
Ben Kingston was the first man to handle me with care.
He gave me a glimpse of something I desperately wanted.
And then, tore it away from me with the carelessness of one whispered word.
I don’t need a man to complete me.
In fact, I’ve had enough of them.
I’m okay with being single the rest of my life.
I’ll be just fine with my handy friend B.O.B.
Except Ben keeps coming around, tempting me and a girl can only take so much.
Ben’s out to prove I can trust him. I don’t trust any man, not anymore.
But my resolve weakens when he touches me, slides his hand down and proves buying stock in batteries might not be a good life plan.
Welcome back to the world of Stone Lake.
Junie and Ben have a bumpy start for sure, but when trouble comes knocking on Junie’s door, will she let Sheriff Kingston prove he won’t let her down again?
Complete Standalone Romance
more
“It’s a good thing you have a big dick, because your personality sucks sometimes, Sheriff.”
Junie is broken, but she’s still a badass. I think it’s her determination to avoid her history of bad choices and the resulting pain that’s made her stronger. No way does she want to repeat past mistakes and allow any man to hurt her again. No longer is she hiding her true self, she’s letting her sass and style fly free. Her sarcasm and pink tutu are an instant turn-on for Sheriff Ben Kingston. He might be recovering from a broken heart, but his dick ain’t broke.
I enjoyed the hell out of the witty banter between Ben and Junie. But, I might have enjoyed the dirty talk even more. Ben is most definitely an alpha #HotCop and he’ll have you sticking your head in the freezer to cool off.
And then there’s the suspense the author throws into the mix to keep you on your toes. You’ll be fanning yourself one minute and picking your jaw up off the floor the next. Never knowing what’s headed your way and afraid to blink in case you miss something.
Another thing I loved was the support characters. Gavin is Junie’s brother and he is also an alpha #HotCop. The two cavemen are hilarious together because they want to hate each other but can’t. They argue but work well together when it comes to protecting Junie.
Of course, I was rooting for Junie to give Ben a second chance. I don’t blame her for walking when she did, I would have done the same. But, he won me over pretty quick and I knew he was the right man to handle her brokenness with care. And sometimes, that care requires his bossy side to come out. You might want to read those parts several times just to make sure it sticks…sigh.
This series keeps getting gooder and gooder as I get more and more attached to the Stone Lake residents. I don’t know if there will be more, but wherever the author leads I’ll follow. The line forms here…
I loved Ben and Junie’s story! I’ve been waiting for their story for a while and I definitely was not disappointed! Their story was everything and I loved every minute I spent on it and you definitely will too 🙂 Their chemistry was off the charts, this has the it factor. The angst, steamy, suspenseful, heartfelt, passionate and scary moments are on point with this read and it was another successful read by this wonderful and talented author Jordan Marie 🙂 Already waiting for her next story 🙂
Ben has my heart
Going into this read I was on the fence about Ben but geez not anymore. I absolutely loved him in this and he and Junie together are scorching. He’s the sheriff, you know what that means…..he has a BIG gun…. he is the sweetest, alpha that you will immediately fall in love with.
Junie is great too, she’s been through so much and has come through tough and awesome. This read is exciting, steamy and very entertaining. You’ll want to read this.
Ben has my heart
Going into this read I was on the fence about Ben but geez not anymore. I absolutely loved him in this and he and Junie together are scorching. He’s the sheriff, you know what that means…..he has a BIG gun…. he is the sweetest, alpha that you will immediately fall in love with.
Junie is great too, she’s been through so much and has come through tough and awesome. This read is exciting, steamy and very entertaining. You’ll want to read this.
*Review by Michelle
To really appreciate all the feels this book will give you, you have to read the previous books. There is a novella, a 2.5 some would say, that give us the back story of what happened between Ben and Junie. When Before We Fall starts, Ben and Junie are already on the outs, one angry and the other hurt, but both determined to carry on with their lives. Junie has no intention of forgiving Ben, and has done an admiral job of ignoring him anytime she saw him. Ben has just been biding his time, waiting for Junie to get herself sorted, and getting himself in a better place as well. When Ben learns that Junie has accepted a date from someone that is not him, he makes sure that the date ends a tad early. Ben is going to make sure that Junie understands once and for all that she is his and vice versa. But when the past has such a tight grip on Junie that she does her best to push Ben away, will Ben be able to keep a hold of her or will he end up losing his grip?
This story had me on the edge of my seat! This was action packed, drama filled and some naughty bits that steamed up my glasses. The story of Ben and Junie was super and I could not finish it fast enough, and when I did, I was bummed for it to be over. I give this 5 stars.
I love Ben and Junie!! Ben, the hot AF Sheriff, has the patience of a Saint until pushed whilst Junie likes to push the Sheriff’s buttons. He makes one tiny mistake when he is in bed with Junie and they part on bad terms. But Ben is determined to win her back because even though they had not dated long he feels that she is The One now all he has to do is win her back. Junie is not making it easy on him but once unexplainable things start happening around her and her bar she has to turn to Ben for protection and answers. Will this be the opening Ben is looking for? Will he be able to protect Junie? I can’t wait for the next installment of this series!!
Having read the first 2 books in the Stone Lake series, I was familiar with these characters, but I enjoyed this book so much more than I thought I was going to! For starters, after meeting him in the previous book I was not at all sure that I would like Ben. However, nothing prepared me for the interaction between Ben & Junie. I absolutely loved it. It was fun, quirky, quick paced. Junie herself was a sassy, fun character & put these 2 together I was never sure what they would come out with next. Ben was a much more rounded character in this book (of course) than he was as a side character in the previous book. If you haven’t read the first 2 books, don’t worry because there is nothing in this read that is dependent upon having read them. Yes, the same characters appear, but the this is very much a standalone addition that is very easy to read & provided laugh out loud moments for me.
I fell in love with both Junie and Ben!
Ben is one alphalicious sexy book boyfriend!
Hot cop? Check
Tattoos? Check
Motorcycle? Check
And he’s just an all-around good guy, even if he is the bane of Gavin’s existence.
Junie is a firecracker, a woman who knows her own mind and isn’t going to allow the mistakes of the past to control her future.
And really, what better revenge is there for Gavin taking Luna away, than for Ben to fall for Gavin’s little sister?
I absolutely loved the sassy, fiery banter between Ben and Junie. She lights a fire in him that Luna never could. Ben finds a freedom in his pursuit of Junie that redefines what he wants out of life. This story has everything: wonderfully authentic characters, intense sexual chemistry, deeply heartfelt emotions, and friendships that prove to be the bedrock of their tumultuous lives.
Junie and Ben both have pasts they need to move past, one more so than the other. There’s just enough suspense that leads to a thrilling climax and triumphant HEA. I loved every bit of this story, and if I hadn’t loved Junie so much I’d steal Ben for myself. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
Loved Ben and Junies story. Ben does redeem himself in June’s eyes and she falls hopelessly in love with him. She trusts him to share her back story and he protects what’s his. They are perfect for each other.
Junie is starting over….she has plans for the future and is bound and determined to make something out of her life. She is trying to leave the past behind and that includes Ben. He has regretted how he left things with Junie and has spend the better part of the year trying to make the wrong right. Junie wants absolutely nothing to do with him….she will not let give him another chance to break her heart. Ben is determined to pull out all the stops and convince her that she is the one for him and that if she will give him that chance, she will never regret it. This is such an amazing story full of highs and lows, lots of steam, banter and sexy times, and love. I highly recommend this story to all….its an amazing story. I can’t wait to see what this talented author comes out with next, well done!!!
Oh Ben and Juni!!!
I will forever claim Ben as mine but I’m willing to share with Juni. He is the sweetest and just needs someone to love him forever. Which by the end Juni is more than ready to do. But it’s a hard road to get there!! If you wanna know why your just going to have to read the book to find out!
Junie moved to Stone Lake to get a fresh start, she thought she had moved on and found the One..but she couldn’t have made a bigger mistake. Ben Kingston wants a chance to explain to Junie what happened, but the women he wants more time with doesn’t want him anywhere near her. Ben decides he is going to give Junie time but when time runs out Ben decides he is going to make sure she is aware he is not given up.
Junie’s past still haunts her, she knows it is one of the reasons why she keeps putting Ben away. Ben is insistent on making sure she can trust him but what happens when her past comes creeping back? Will Ben be the rock she needs?
This was really good, a bit angsty but overall intriguing story. I liked Ben a lot he was an intense alpha male who wants to do everything he can to protect Junie. Great story, need to go back and read the rest.
Well.. StoneLake was never having shortage of dramas. Junie and Ben were stung from their past relationships and this two were perfect for each other..I adored their spicy relationships.. heyyy you want the chase.. hotcop Ben is here for you . The story was heart breaking to go through. Story that kept me reading with the crazy suspense.. these two deserve to be together
I absolutely loved this book.
Jordan did not disappoint me with this story.
The story was well written and held my attention
until the last page.
Ben and Junie have off the chart sexual chemistry.
Ben messed up and hurt Junie and wants her back.
Will she do the right thing and take him back.
You will have to read and find out.
I voluntarily read and reviewed this book from
an advanced reader copy.
Holy Heck, I love a dirty talking alpha man, and Sheriff Kingston does not disappoint. This book will set your kindle on fire!! He could use his handcuffs on me anytime. And, sweet and feisty Junie aka Junebug, she was my hero. I loved her take no s&*t attitude, and her love for Ben was phenomenal.
Although they start out not so good, thanks to Ben accidental slipup, Junie tried to put up a wall to keep Ben out, but he wasn’t having it. Their relationship was very complicated in the beginning, and them having to put up with all the unfortunate but as we learn later crazy thing that keep happening to Junie, will their love prevail?
Jordan Marie killed it in the 3rd installment in her Stone Lake series, I loved hearing more from Gavin and Luna too. Don’t miss out on this 5+ star read.
Did you ever start a book and didn’t want it to end. This was definitely one of those books for me. Ben and Junie story is full of strength and love. I love how Ben gave her space but went all for it when the time was right. I also loved how Junie fought back and got her HEA. I just love their love story.
I’ve been waiting for Ben and Junie’s story. Jordan did not disappoint. Junie has been hurt in the past and determined not to repeat history. She’s broken but at the same time strong and a total bad*ss. Ben is a alpha cop who hurt Junie and now wants a second chance with her. These two are hilarious and the sexual chemistry is off the charts. Will she be able to forgive him and move on from the past? Will she see what’s being offered, what’s right in front of her? Will Ben lose the girl he loves forever? Loved there story. Can’t wait for the next. Definitely recommend.
I received a advanced readers copy and I’m leaving a voluntary review.
The Sexy Sheriff and Sassy Bartender are back and this time they will break your heart and totally mess with your head!!! Can I just start by saying that everyone needs a man like Sheriff Ben Kingston. He is Loyal, kind, incredibly sexy (cue sweaty palms) and with a dirty mouth that you just want to smack your lips on and never come up for air!!
Insecurities run amuck with these two. Ben is still licking wounds from his last tangle with a woman and the feeling of always coming second to those he loves.
Junie is running from a dark past and a more recent run in with a psycho hell bent on destruction and unfortunately Junie got caught in the cross fire. The emotional scars run deep and have got their claws embedded in these two. They both need to do a lot of soul searching. There just never seems to be a right time for these two to get together.
We pick up one year after the prequel (Where We Began), and Junie is still harbouring sour grapes with Ben because of his faux pas. The cold shoulder is not going to keep the good Sheriff at bay for long. Ben is determined to win back the feisty blondes affection, but this is proving more difficult than he thought.
Trouble is brewing. Junie finds herself with a problem. Someone is determined to ruin the good life that she has worked so hard to build for herself. Ben wants to help, but when Junie keeps shutting him out at what point do you go enough is enough. Ben maybe strong but he is not made from stone. He bleeds and it is all for Junie.
This couple, I swear I was ready to knock some heads together if they didn’t pull their fingers out and get themselves sorted. You could see the love and pain, feel how they were destroying each other, but that is what broken souls tend to do. Always questioning and doubting. How can something so good possibly be for me?
Super sexy, super romantic, tremendous addition to the series!!
This is the conclusion to Ben and Juniper’s story. And what a story it is. The chemistry between the two is undeniable, but the ups and downs they have to face to find their happily ever after will leave you on the edge of your seat. Ben with his alpha attitude, but sweet words. June and her sassy attitude but soft heart. How could you not love this book.
Juniper (Junie) Sellers has moved to Stone Lake for a fresh start and has opened up “Elaine’s Last Chance Bar & Grill”. She thinks she has met someone who finally treats her right but when he mutters one word one night she kicks him out and declares it’s over.
Sheriff Ben Kingston knows he broke Junie’s heart and now he will do whatever it takes to prove to her that he never meant what he said and that he will be there to protect her and treat her how she really deserves to be treated.
Will Junie give Ben a second chance and when weird things keep happening to Junie will she trust that Ben can protect her before her past comes back?
This is such an awesome book and I loved it from start to finish!!
I knew something had to have happened to make Junie so mad at Ben and when I finally learned what it was I understood but at the same time she had never let Ben fully explain and when he did everything seemed to fall into place. I was glad that she decided to give Ben a chance as he really cared about her.
We first met Ben when he was after Luna but when she chose Gavin who is Junie’s brother, I really wanted Ben to find someone else. Ben was caring and extremely protective over Junie and was going to do whatever it took to prove Junie that he wanted her and her alone. I had no idea about Ben’s dominant side and that was quite intriguing and very hot!
At the beginning of the story things began to go wrong for Junie in regards to her business and a few other things. I had some ideas at the back of brain and I was waiting to see how everything was going to pan out but I was on the right track!! I was mad at Junie for initially involving Ben but I was happy that Dawson let him know so Ben could help protect Junie.
I was shocked at how much went wrong for Junie and I understood why she began to lash out at Ben and everyone else. I was so mad when all Ben was trying to do was protect her and he knew something was up with Greg. I was glad when Ryker Lane told Junie that he had nothing to do with Greg.
OMG the end was so gripping and I was completely freaking out!! I had a feeling things wouldn’t end so peacefully!!
The very end was awesome and I can’t wait for the next book!!