Sawyer LaGrange.
He’s my best friend’s older brother.
He’s quiet, brooding, sinfully sexy… brave.
And I want him.
Secrets.
Everybody has them.
Big, small, innocent… forbidden.
Mindy was a line I should never have crossed.
But I did.
She was beautiful… sassy and tempting,
And rules were made to be broken.
We broke them all.
Now I’m home, released from service with hidden scars.
Now my secrets are the demons that grow stronger every day.
I try to send her away, but I can’t let her go.
She’s my reason to fight, and I’ll walk through hell to be the man she deserves.
To give her a reason to stay here with me.
(HERE WITH ME is a STAND-ALONE best friend’s older brother, second-chance, military romance. No cheating. No cliffhangers.)
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Another great stand alone. Though this is not a series, the lives of the couples of Harristown are so intertwined that you feel as it may be. Sawyer and Mindy’s story is one of love, hurt, loss and determination. They fell in love young and in the midst of a great loss. It was deep, real and proved to be everlasting.
Each book is a standalone, but I would encourage you to read them all, you will fall in love with each character and the small town they inhabit.
“I Voluntarily Received and Reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book”
I’ve seen my share of PTSD and know just how much it can take a toll on a person. My heart was breaking when Sawyer was pushing Mindy away but I could understand his motives.
Her love for him was such a huge force. I’ll be honest and say I didn’t think they stood a chance when he walked away but as we read about his progress and doing better, hope begin to rise and I was crying happy tears.
So much emotion…so much heartache…and at the end pure love. A total MUST READ!!!
***Review copy requested and reviewed on behalf of OMGReads Blog***
Sawyer and Mindy are a couple worth cheering for. Louise sets up camp in the heart of her readers. With an unpredictable storyline and an unforgettable cast of misfits, Here with Me takes the road less traveled and paves it’s own way to a happy ending. Prepare to be captivated by temptation.
Sawyer . Been waiting for his book. He was the stoic, quiet one of the group, but there is so much more to him deep down. And that’s where he keeps it all buried. When he finally starts having a little happiness with Mindy, Noel’s best friend and the girl he’s silently always loved, always been anchored to, his demons start making an appearance. He feels damaged and doesn’t want to drag her down, knowing he needs to leave and take care of himself. She loves him and wants to help, but when he won’t let her, she knows she needs to learn to stand on her own. And when they came together again after taking care of themselves, you can’t help but cheer them on. I loved their story . It had lots of feels, some warm & fuzzies, some giggles, some tears & sadness, definitely some hotness . Loved Loved Loved
Such a beautiful, emotional, realistic and inspirational story of love and never giving up on the ones you love. Sawyer and Mindy were a story worth waiting for. The small town setting and some great side characters were an added bonus. Take me to Harristown!
What a great book! I loved Sawyer & Mindy! I’m still not sure how no one caught in sooner to these two & their chemistry. So happy to have more from this amazing group of characters! I’m absolutely loving them.
I loved these two! they were perfection from beginning to end, I had to read the book in one sitting because I fell in love with these characters within the first chapter!
Here With Me is small town romance at its best, it has adorable characters and a great storyline and I’m sure like me it will captivate you from the first page to the last line.
This is Sawyer and Mindy’s second chance at love, it’s time to one again ignite the bond they shared but will Sawyer be prepared to open up, admit his feelings for his little sisters best friend and put behind him the trauma of military life…..
We have met Sawyer before in previous books but you don’t need to have read them to enjoy this sweet, heartwarming romance. This is a well written, emotional ride that at times will break your heart but it has characters you want to get to know and you will find yourself wrapped up in their journey to find their HEA. An entertaining read that had me on the edge of my seat and as swooned and sighed throughout this great read.
You are my anchor when I find myself drowning…
You know it’s love when your feelings don’t leave even if the person does. This phrase is Sawyer and Mindy’s love story. It all began when they were both young. They knew even then they were special together, they shared a bond that not too many people are lucky enough to have. Sawyer experienced heart wrenching tragic events during his teens and when he went into the military and put his life and love on hold. He wanted to be mentally healed for Mindy. She deserved nothing less. She was worth it.
Their story is an emotional rollercoaster ride of many ups and downs, but at the end of it they both grew and learned about themselves in the midst of their heartache. Mindy needed to find herself, but also to think for herself. Sawyer needed to face and fight the demons of his past. He does not believe he is brave or a hero. But when he decides he has something to fight for, he ends up being courageous and fearless.
I found myself emotionally spent, but their journey was so worth it.
Ms. Tia Louise will bring you to your knees in tears, then lift you up to the clouds with sunshine and love.
Mindy and Sawyer’s relationship started as childhood friends to secret lovers. They rely on each other through the good and the bad.
Mindy is such a beautiful, strong caring woman but does not realize her true worth. Until one day, everything changes.
Sawyer is the strong foundation for his family, backbone that holds them together. Yet he is struggling with his past that is brought into the present, forcing him to face the facts.
Can Mindy and Sawyer’s love survive the darkest of times? Will Sawyer find a way to break free from what troubles him to have Mindy be the light at the end of the tunnel?
Absolutely amazing delivery on the facts of PTSD. Beautifully delivered with such graceful tact, well beyond a 5 star read!
Sigh…
This is another perfect second chance romance from Ms. Louise.
Sawyer and Mindy… what a couple!
Their love began way back when they were children and grew stronger and stronger as time went on. Life throws an abundance of obstacles out of left field in their path and they struggle and fight to keep up and get over the bumps in the road until they just can’t fight anymore …
The plot is twisted, full of ups and downs, back and forth, and at some points I had to stop reading and digest the events in the story. My emotions were running riot, switching between happiness and crying ugly tears in a flash, and sometimes I just wanted to yell at the author for putting her protagonists through so much …
This story is intense, emotional, twisted and one of the best I’ve read this year so far.
I was taken on another fantastic emotional journey with this latest by Tia Louise! Sawyer and Mindy’s story had me go through so many emotions, it was definitely a roller coaster ride. I love the setting of the intense connection between these two since they were young. Mindy was Sawyer’s anchor ever since she was only eleven years old and this never changes, even through heartbreak. I loved how much Mindy loved and cared about so many people, even to her detriment at times. She was intelligent, compassionate and showed such strength. She was not a quitter, even when she was at her lowest. I loved her! As for Sawyer, he grew up so fast and took on the responsibility of an adult when he was still so young, but he did it. My heart ached for everything he endured as a minor and as a soldier. It was ingrained in him to be the protector and the head of his family, so he boxes up all the pain and turmoil until it could no longer be contained. It was hard to witness the heartbreak that they each suffered through, but their love was so strong, they weathered through it.
Here With Me was intense and hard at times, but to see them become so much stronger and how they did not give up on each other and to finally see their perfect happily ever after was all worth it! A definite 5-star read.
Here with Me had me feeling EVERYTHING! This book brings the emotions, the romance, the steam, the swoon and the laughs.
Mindy and Sawyer have known each other since they were young children. They grew up near each other. Mindy is Sawyer’s little sisters’ best friend, the girl who was with him the moment his entire life changed. His anchor. Sawyer experienced something traumatic in the marines. Something he never got over but more pushed to the back of his mind, however, events like that don’t stay hidden for long. These two characters have experienced pain and loss both together and separately. They have relied on each other when times are rough, but are they both willing to admit how deep their true feelings go?
Mindy and Sawyer had INSANE amounts of chemistry from the moment the moment they were children. However, Sawyer always pushed Mindy away because of the age difference. However, he was only able to resist her for so long. As they got older the chemistry grew hotter. I loved how sweet their relationship is and how much they supported each other. Sawyer knew when a day was hard for Mindy and vice versa.
I completely fell in love with this story. I love every single character, the peach orchard and all the feelings I experienced while reading. Here with Me quickly become one of my favorite books from Tia. This is a MUST READ and a TOP READ of 2020.
Dear Tia Louise,
Thank You For Stepping up to Sawyer And Mindy’s Story And Writing About PTSD And Meditation Therapy And Showing Us There Is Light At The End Of The Tunnel. I Have Been Waiting Patiently For Sawyer’s Book And You Didn’t Disappoint, But You Blew It Out Of This World. I’m Beyond Speechless Right Now ,But I’m Gonna Try My Best To Give This Book The Justice It Deserves. Who says you can’t find your soulmate at such a young age? Sawyer has secretly loved Mindy his whole life, but coming back from a bad mission can mess with your mind, but Sawyer needs his constant his anchor , his reason to fight for Mindy, but fighting the demons can destroy the light if your not careful. Mindy is Sawyers sister best friend, but shes loved him her whole life, but when things happen can she fight for him or does she let him go? This book was absolutely fantastic and it was really such an emotional roller coaster ride and tears city for me, but I wouldn’t change a thing about it ,because rollercoaster rides give you the ups and downs and Merry Go Rounds dont give you anything. They just go round and round.
My favorite lines in the book.
She keeps me in my place. She holds me steady. She’s my anchor, but shes more than that. Shes my morning star,guiding me through the darkest night and leading me home.
Here with Me Tia Louise was an amazing read. I loved the equal elements of surprise and sexiness that Louise was able to bring to this novel. Two people who’ve known each other since childhood and how they were able to come together. Sawyer and Mindy have such a strong connection throughout the novel, and this author did an amazing job at portraying them as people, instead of just characters.
It’s an overall very sweet story about how Sawyer comes back suffering from PTSD and has to face the tribulations of dealing with. Mindy is someone whose known him, and as she tries to reconnect and reach out to help, and is ultimately pushed away. But instead of letting herself be shut out by someone she loves, she gives it all she’s got to help him. You will love Sawyer and Mindy story I recommend %
The sweet and innocent young love between Sawyer and Mindy grew to become passionate and all consuming as they were faced with chasing away the darkness of his past so they could make plans for the future.
The war changed Sawyer and he was tormented by the horror he saw while serving his country. I could feel Sawyer’s pain and anguish each time he worked through his nightmares and flashbacks. Sawyer was determined to fight the demons that occupied his mind to prove to Mindy that he was good enough for her. Mindy was his refuge from the world and just holding her in his arms was enough, or so he thought. Sawyer felt that Mindy wasn’t safe around him and he thought she deserved a man who was whole, not someone drowning in despair. He wanted to be there for her always, but he needed to be there for himself first. Until he can cope with his past, his life will be at a standstill.
Mindy was in love with Sawyer and had been since she was eleven when they first held hands. They have always been friends, but Mindy was eager to show Sawyer how she truly felt about him. She needed to be closer to him in every way; his heart, his mind and his body. Sawyer shares very little with her and she wants to believe that someday he will open up to her. Days go by when she doesn’t hear from him, and this confuses her. When they are together life is perfect, at least for her. Mindy senses that Sawyer is troubled by something and she doesn’t know how she can help him, or if she should even try.
Ever since reading Wait for Me I’ve been eager to read Sawyer and Mindy’s story. Here With Me is an emotional second chance romance, and Mindy is Sawyer’s younger sister’s best friend.
Sawyer is haunted not only by his time in the military but by events of his childhood. He’s an old soul, who had to grow up way to fast to care and provide for his family. He takes his responsibilities very seriously, and is a very complex and layered character.
Mindy is loving, caring and compassionate. She takes care of those around her, often putting her needs behind everyone else. She’s very loyal and her love for Sawyer endures time and space. Mindy is incredibly driven, sassy, intelligent and artistic and I was drawn to her character, and loved what a good friend she is.
Mindy and Sawyer’s story had a few twists and turns, and a touch of angst and drama, but overall a compelling story with endearing characters. I look forward to Deacon’s story next.
How can you not fall in love with Tia’s Military, Alpha with a touch of a dark secret male. Sawyer knew he had a problem and thought he could do it on his own, only to realize he was pushing the one person that was always there by his side. Mindy is my hero. She wasn’t the prettiest or the most popular girl in high school. Yet as time went by she started as the ugly duckling but became a swan on Sawyer’s eyes. Their relationship was friendly at the beginning, yet as time went by it got a little complicated. However when you love someone and they don’t love you back, you just gotta let go and hope for the best.
5 star Review Here With Me by Tia Louise
There was nothing I didn’t love about Here With Me, it was a great read and one of my favourites from Tia Louise. This is the second chance at love story of Sawyer LaGrange and the woman who has been in love with him for years, Mindy.
Such was the strength of the writing and the fabulous characters, I was so engrossed in Sawyer and Mindy’s story that before I knew it I had read until 3 am, I simply had to see how their story would conclude.
This was a well written, emotional roller coaster of a read that will draw you in so much that you cannot help but become invested in their story. There were plenty of swoon worthy moments throughout Here With Me as well as some drama and angst. There were times that my heart almost broke for both Sawyer and Mindy.
Throughout it all Tia Louise kept me absolutely on the edge of my seat as I read and cheered for Sawyer and Mindy to get their happily ever after; they were so well suited, if only Sawyer will give Mindy a chance. This was an entertaining read that was also smoking hot and ticked all the boxes for me.
Wow what an emotional, heart wrenching story. The things Sawyer has been through in his life and how he is just trying to get through each day will break your heart. Sawyer and Mindy are soul mates. You know it from the minute you start this book that despite them being so young and the large age gap, they are meant to be but like in the real world life seems to get in way for them and throwing up some serious road blocks. I love how this book highlighted how it can be for the men and woman who suffer from PTSD and how it’s okay to say you need help and to get that help.
*** I was generously provided with a free advanced readers copy of this book in exchange for my fair and honest review ***