“Compulsively readable, sexy, and fun!”AUDREYI moved to a small town on the island of Maui, ready to live out my days on my own and far away from the monster I left back in Chicago.It was the perfect reset until I needed something more. Someone more.When I met Jake, the hottest guy in board shorts this side of the island, I started living again. He’s teaching me how to surf, making my toes curl … again. He’s teaching me how to surf, making my toes curl from pleasure, and is the one person I want to let into my world, with one condition…
He can never know my real name.
No one can.
Because if I’m found, I’ll have to give up the life I’m building with Jake.
JAKE
Where did this girl come from?
My life was on a straight trajectory—waking up at dawn, getting my brother off to school, heading to the shop, and watching surfers come and go—until a beautiful woman named Audrey Logan moved to town. She’s guarded and mysterious, but I’m drawn to her in a way I can’t resist.
I’m determined to break down her walls one surfing lesson at a time, in hopes that she’ll stay in Maui and let me love her, come what may.
What to expect from this standalone novella: hot surfer dudes, bonfire parties, kissing under the stars, romps on the beach, lovey-dovey stuff, mysterious backstories, “I will protect you!” hero vibes, suspense, kick ass women, and of course a happily ever after.
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Ellie Malouff’s debut, Between the Waves, caught my attention as soon as I read the blurb. A woman who is trying to escape her past and find a new life in Hawaii? Heck yes. Sign me up. This is the kind of escapism I can totally get behind. I loved the setting. It really made me want to hop on a plane to Hawaii. And that’s a long flight for someone who doesn’t enjoy flying.
Audrey (aka Sara) was a great heroine. I appreciated her strength and determination to move on from her past. And, you know, try to feel a little less like an outsider in Hawaii. Surfing lessons with a hot as sin surfer seems like a great place to start. Jake was totally yummy and a really good guy, which was exactly what she needed. I enjoyed their romance a lot. It was very swoony and sexy.
Between the Waves was a super quick read. The setting and the romance were both wonderful. There was also a little bit of suspense in a storyline I really didn’t see coming. I liked what it added to the story though. I’m looking forward to reading more from Ellie in the future.
Hot surfer…check. Strong and independent woman…check. Swoon worthy romance…check. Life threatening action…check. This book has it all! And I loved every minute of this.
Audrey (not her real name) moves to Maui to get away from a crazy ex. She meets Jake and starts taking surf lessons from him. Those surf lessons start out to be more and pretty soon they are in a fun romance. But her stalker is out there and might know where she is, waiting for the opportunity to arise for him to get her.
This is a fun and fast read. I found myself finishing it in one day. I couldn’t put it down! The author pulls in the reader from line one until the end. My only complaint is that I want more. I loved Audrey and Jake. They have quickly become one of my favorite book couples. But this book has more than romance. There is great action. Also the author keeps the reader guessing until the very end. I loved the beach descriptions and the surfing tips. And I also loved all the minor characters. As a whole this book was awesome and I highly suggest it! I can’t wait to read more from this author. What an amazing debut.
What a great debut!
Audrey is on the run and living in Manalua, Maui when she meets Jake, a local who agrees to teach her how to surf. Soon they’re indulging in a hot, sweet affair, but there is someone out there who’s intent on making Audrey’s life a whole lots less peaceful than the beautiful Hawaiian waves.
For a debut novel, Between the Waves is pretty darn fabulous. Jake and Audrey are interesting, very likable characters with layers to unwrap. There is lots of character and relationship development, AND tons of action. If you’re looking for a hot beach read that’s sexy and has action too, pick up Between the Waves today.
This book was gorgeously written and I read it in one sitting! The chemistry between Audrey and Jake was off the charts.
This was my first book from Ellie Malouff and I can’t wait to read more!
This sounds good. It is now on my TBR list.
Now we all want to move to Maui and meet a guy like Jake! Well-written with all the feels…
Between the Waves was an enjoyable sweet debut novella by Ellie Malouff.
Audrey Logan is new to Manalua and after hiding out for a month she has decided to get out and try something new – surf lessons. Jake Garrant use to-be a Pro Surfer years ago but now he run’s the local surf shop. When these two meet for the first time, it’s instant chemistry. But can you fall for someone if you’re using an alias and hiding your past?
If you’re looking for a quick summer book that has great characters and is a little sexy then this is the book. Can’t wait to read Ellie’s next book!