From USA Today bestselling author Willow Winters comes a heart-wrenching, edge-of-your-seat gripping, romantic suspense. I ran from him, even though my heart knew better.Love was one thing, but survival another.He chose a life of crime. I never wanted any of it; I only wanted him. I left when the danger bled into my life, taking more than I was willing to sacrifice.I should have known he’d come … sacrifice.
I should have known he’d come for me. Men like him always get what they want.
The temptation in his eyes, the heat of his touch . . . it’s all still there, but his gaze is harsher now and his grasp unrelenting.
He’s not the boy I fell in love with, although pieces of what we once had are still there. I can feel it.
I know what he wants from me, and I know it comes with a steep price. I’ll pay it though, if for no other reason than to touch him again. Just once more.
I’ll close my eyes and forget about the risks that come with this life and with him. I only hope he doesn’t do the same.
Desperate to Touch is book 2 in a series. Hard to Love must be read first.
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„I’ve heard there’s a thin line between love and hate, but damn, I never knew how true those words were.”
NO. WORDS. Seth and Laura are such a rollecoaster that my head is spinning! Desperate to Touch is the continuation of their story and it left me completely speechless. And the quote I have used pretty much sums up my feelings about this book. Because on the one hand, I am delighted with everything I have read, and on the other I want to pull my hair out of my heads because the need to learn more is so strong. But that’s the beauty of Willow’s writing- it’s addictive and makes you crave more.
Desperate To Touch is set in the present and shows the real emotional turmoil both Laura and Seth are going through. But mixed feelings is not everything that takes place in this story. This book is filled with tension, danger and secrets. New twists and surprising revelations await you at every turn. However, despite past disappointments and current threats, Seth and Laura continue to attract each other like two magnets. Their chemistry is still just as strong, and their passion does not cease.
This story is intense, captivating and addicting. I was constantly at the edge of my seat during this read and my mind is completely blown! Willow is an amazing storyteller and I need the sequel asap. I want more of alpha Seth!
“Years came and went, yet he never approached me. It wasn’t relief I felt, it was like a prolonged mourning.” Laura knew deep in her heart she would never be over Seth. And Seth’s Babygirl was within his reach.
Part two of Seth and Laura’s story is simply amazing. Their story absorbs you until you feel you are there. Even though several years have past since they last saw each other, they seem to pick up where they left off. Laura, not showing much resistance (how can one resist with a bond of love so deep). Seth tries to show sternness, but fails when he loves her so much and can’t leave her alone.
As we have come to expect with Willow’s stories and characters, love is never easy, and Desperate to Touch is proof of that. We also know that with Marcus still out there, danger for all, especially with the cryptic notebook Laura has, makes their lives in jeopardy now more than ever.
Holding my breath for the outcome with the third installment, Tempted to Kiss.
Seth and Laura’s story continues with Desperate to Touch, picking right up the action from the first word! This book gets you hooked and doesn’t let go. It’s full of hot as hell chemistry, action, suspense, intrigue and more.
Seth has Laura back but his secrets could be their downfall but he isn’t letting go easily. Life for these two isn’t easy and their love for one another is painful. Seth swears he will do anything and everything in his power to keep Laura now that he has her back, but it may not be enough.
Loved every word of this book and can not wait for their conclusion
The continuation of Seth and Laura’s story will have you reeling! Willow Winters tells a beautifully heart wrenching tale that will have you addicted and wanting more. Her words captivate you and suck you in. Worth more than 5 stars!
OMG
I knew this was going to be good but GAHHHHH
It was amazing I felt every emotion and the tears…my God the tears have been flowing
You have to read this SETH is EVERYTHING.
I’ve been rendered speechless as well as unable to put into written words how much I enjoyed this book. Seth and Laura are amazing. They have definitely been through a lot and once they are face to face with one another they are still going through a lot. Seth is a man who at times seems conflicted about his feelings for Laura. Both with what he went through when Laura left and now since connecting with her again. There is no mistaking his deep feelings for her and wanting to keep her safe. Laura can not deny that she still feels a strong connection with Seth. The time they have spent apart has not lessened their love for one another. Seth will do anything he can to protect her. The way Willow is able to make you feel like you are invested in Seth and Laura’s story is moving. You can’t help but root for them. I could not put this book down. The suspense and intrigue kept me on the edge of my seat from beginning to end. I can not wait to find out what happens next. The cliffhanger had me yelling wanting to know what happens next.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
How do you know you just read a 5-star book? When you are still thinking about the characters and every little detail days later. In fact I still haven’t stopped thinking about it. I’d say it’s brilliant but even that doesn’t do it justice. The way I felt as if I was right there living in and a complete part of everything going on blew me away. I don’t know how she did it but Willow left me emotionally and mentally hungover and it still hasn’t gone away. I’m not usually completely shocked by a book but this one had my jaw literally hanging open. Now I need to go read this again.
Is there more than 5 stars? This is a sequel to Hard to Love and it is better than the first! Willow knows how to hooks us and make us so focused on the story, we forget to breathe. I love second chances, but Laura has so much to get past in order to give love a chance. I do not know if I could be as strong to close my eyes to the past. Seth is strong and determined. These two make the perfect couple. But in typical Willow fashion, no romance is that easy! It may be steamy and sexy, but never easy. Then there is Marcus. We see cameos and hints, but never get a full sense of who he is. Yes, many questions are answered, but just as many secrets are revealed. I love the suspense and intensity of this story. I cannot wait for the next one, as Willow loves to leave us hanging!
Joe Arden and Samantha Cook narrated this sequel. I enjoy when the same narrators are used for a series, The consistency and smooth transaction between books is easy to follow. It also keeps the characters voices, and personalities the same. This is so vital to this story. Seth and Laura have so much going on. There is so many twists and surprises, that it was wonderful to have Seth and Laura as two familiar friends. Mr. Arden and Ms. Cook narrated this story flawlessly. Their narration added to the story and brought it to life. They have complimentary voices that flow together, keeping the story smooth and easy to follow along. This is well worth the listen!
Settthhhhhhhhhh!!!!! I can’t even begin to put together the right words to describe this story.
Desperate To Touch is the follow up to Hard To Love and what a follow this was. Suspenseful, sexy, powerful, passionate and absolutely perfect.
Seth and Laura’s story brought all the feels and kept the pages turning. Willow Winter’s writing was pure brilliance. The way she pushes the normal of a romance story. She takes you to the edge, dangles you a little but you never fall because these characters never disappoint.
You have to read Hard To Love first, this way you won’t be lost in this book. After Laura left Seth, he was broken, but she knew he was going to come for her. Both Seth and Laura, had plans for what would happen once they finally met up again, but there’s no amount of planning that would’ve prepared them for how their reunion will go. Their connection still runs deep and their love and desire for each other can only be held back for so long.
The moment Seth told Laura ” I missed the taste of you” or when he tells her to “Strip” Their chemistry this round is scorching.
I love the magnet pull that Seth and Laura have towards each other. No time or distance could change a love like what they had. As brave as Laura has become, Seth holds her heart and she owns his. In this book, their love is tested and so is their patience. We get to meet new characters and the plot twist in this book, I never ever saw coming.
The build up and suspense go hand in hand. With each new surprise, I fell deeper and deeper into this story. The writing doesn’t give anything away, so it had me guessing and with each new page, the suspense grew. If you love the Cross brothers from Willow’s other series, they make a few appearances in this book as well. Once all the puzzle pieces were complete and I began to think, there’s no more surprises, boom, there’s so much more to come and I can’t wait to read the next installment.
This is not a standalone. This is the second book in the Seth and Laura relationship. While it’s likely you can jump into this one without reading the other books in the Cross family saga, I don’t recommend doing that since you will miss so much critical backstory that truly drives the emotions in this installment. This is present day Seth and Laura. The emotions run high and tension is tangible. A whole other side of Seth is revealed here and it’s obvious Laura is his weakness.
I’ll admit, some parts of this story had me wondering about their significance. But that’s typical with a Winters book that is part of a set. So I know there are events and characters introduced here but their relevance will be revealed later. Honestly, that drives me nuts but as I neared the end of the book, nothing mattered. Nothing. Because the ending of this book had me gasping. The big reveal of Laura’s father and what happened afterwards between Laura and Seth had me yelling at my eReader and desperately wanting to know what happens next. Needless to say, I’m anxious to read the conclusion of their story.
/I received an early edition of this book. This did not affect my opinion of the story or content of my review./
An intense read that sucks you in. Love all the twist and turns. Seth and Laura’s characters are very well written.
This is book 2. You need to read Hard to Love first before reading this book. Their story continues in book 3 Tempted to Kiss.
Wow, How can I write a review for this book without spoilers?
I think nothing I write will define what I’ve read now, so you should read the first book before that. Of course, Willow doesn’t finish Seth and Laura’s retreat in the second book because she must leave us open-mouthed.
This book just got me, Seth and Laura, two such strong characters, not giving up for a moment.
The suspense, the game, the secrets, the betrayal surrounding the story Willow weaves is incredible.
I have no idea what to expect in the next book, but everything I want the book to come out.
Desperate To Touch is the continuation of Seth and Laura’s story from Hard To Love. I don’t know where to begin. I was captivated from the very start. Secrets are slowly being revealed that could destroy Seth and Laura.
Laura continues to have feelings of love and hate for Sett, but he has a power over her that she cannot deny. Her emotions are put to the test after she learns a huge secret about the death of her father.
Seth continues to be her protector but that is even put to the test. You can’t always protect those who walk away. Or can you? He loves her but is afraid to say it. Too many secrets, too much of a past make him feel that he will lose her anyway.
Despite their own insecurities, the chemistry between Laura and Seth is undeniable. Willow has written these characters with so much passion that it’s hard not to root for them to keep it together. She continues to write their story with so much detail that you feel like you’re living in their world. Her ability to grip their emotions draws you in and never lets you go. I love her stories set within her Merciless World but I’ll have to say that this is Willow at her best. I cannot wait to read more of Laura and Seth’s story in Tempted to Kiss.
This is a 5 Steamy Star MUST READ but f you are not a fan of cliffhangers, I suggest waiting until Willow is finished with this series to start reading this amazing series.
I received an advance copy of Desperate to Touch from the author in exchange for an honest review. My opinions are mine and we’re not influenced by the author or her promotional team.
Seth and Laura’s story continues in “Desperate to Touch”, book 2 of Willow Winters jaw dropping ‘Hard to Love’ series. Seth is more of a force with the Cross Brothers than I first realized, and to expand his story is jaw dropping fun, with suspense, romance, and heartbreak. I love all the connections to the Cross Bros., and I have been intrigued with Seth since he was introduced in their stories. The intensity in Seth and Laura’s story is riveting and so good, I can’t wait to read the next book in their journey. **I was gifted a copy of “Desperate to Touch” with no expectations on my opinions, but this is so good!** 5 Stars!
Laura and Seth have the best chemistry ever!! Lana~White Hot Reads
These two are soul mates but need to get the hearts back on the same page. They need to work out the trust issues and forgive each other for the past. The twist and turns and what’s gonna happen next had me screaming while reading. I don’t want to give away anything but boy what a ride. That ending. The next book can’t come quick enough.
ღ I want to give you, Fair warning: once you start this book & get a couple of chapters in, you will not want to put it down.
I just love the chemistry between Seth & Laura… and even more I just love Seth King! The man is just sexy as sin. I fell in love with his character way before this book
What a freaking fantastic book! It was captivating & amazing. The characters are all so well-written & relatable…its gripping, thrilling, suspenseful, & of course steamy! Willow delivers another must read addition to the Cross Brothers world with this second installment of Seth & Laura’s story & is not the end. I stay up late last night reading it, I couldn’t stop until the end .. but of course, Willow left me seriously hungry for more! Willow winters is very mean women for leaving us like that cliffhanger!!!!!! I never truly thought something so small as the sound of “click “ would leave me want more!
When all is said & done .. as I take deep breath & calm myself, I can truly say without doubt This book is currently my favorite book by Willow Winters! But don’t say anything when I repeat that statement on her next book!
Seth & Laura’s story continues in Tempted to Kiss .
Hope you enjoy this read & also always keep in mind this is just my opinion+ Also I wouldn’t never discourage anyone from reading this book, This is my honest, voluntary review.
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Paulette thoughts
Seth is Desperate to touch Laura
You know how you feel the day before Christmas? The excitement of getting presents and spending time with family and friends and eating yourself silly……yes, well imagine that excitement as Seth is once again trying to win over Laura and her affections…but after unwrapping your gifts you realise nothing is as it seems This book is that in a nutshell
All I can say is that I want more and to thank Willow for my advanced copy for which I voluntarily leave my honest review
This book is spectatular. I could not put it down. The emotions, chemistry, lust and love of the characters is overwhelming in the best way! I was just in awe of the skill and talent of the author to make Seth and Laura’s story leap from the pages! A must have book! I loved it!
This is book two. Hard To Love must be read before this one, for full back story of Seth and Laura. What the ever loving he!! though. Seth and Laura are one for the records, for sure. He might not be an actual Cross, but by all intents he is one of them.
“Everything about our story is meant for tragedy.”
~Seth~
Seth has been a favorite of mine since before he got his own books, and his story is getting better and better as it goes. I’m falling so much in love with Seth and everything he’s gone through, and how deeply he feels for Laura. Even when he doesn’t want to care, he does. Even to his own end.
“I won’t be reckless with her. That’s why I lost her. Recklessness.”
~Seth~
What set and Laura have is so super intense. Book one was nothing compared to this. Desperate To Touch is such and emotional book. For not just the characters, but for us as well. This will leave you in a reading slump for ages. One of my favorite books by this author. They keep getting better, and I’m not sure what more I can say than that other than you NEED to read it.
I read and reviewed this book voluntarily.
This is book 2 of Seth and Laura’s story. It is not the last it ends in another cliffhanger.
This book had me turning the pages and I am dying for book 3.
Seth and Laura are just reconnecting but someone is lurking, and Officer Walsh is asking questions. And everyone wants the same man.
Seth tells Laura a secret he has held and it could destroy them.