Don’t call me a victim.I’m a SURVIVOR.When Jade Shultz awakens with no memory of the previous evening, her world is forever changed. After years of waiting and lusting after each other, she and Jeremy Larson should finally have their turn at happiness. But nothing has prepared them for the nightmare that is suddenly Jade’s reality. Jeremy is determined to prove his love can withstand even the … determined to prove his love can withstand even the darkest hour. Jade isn’t so sure…
An incredible story of courage, unconditional love, and a female’s unbreakable will to not just survive, but live happily ever after.
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I struggled with Jade and her experiences. Jeremy is a fabulous man who finally grew up and he is a wonderful hero for Kiki ;). I had to read the entire book in one sitting to find out what happened! Lydia Michaels wrote an emotionally charged nail bitting book that will stick with me for a long time.
This second book in the New Castle Series is about Jade and Jeremy. This story was a journey of pain,heartache and finding that undeniable strength in yourself and those you love. Suspenseful with the right amount romance and steaminess Lydia Michaels delivers another terrific read.
If I Fall is book two of the New Castle series. This is Jade’s story and I fell in love with her in book one. It is a fabulous read but not meant for all (trigger warning for rape). Lydia Michaels tackles a difficult subject and executes a well written and thoughtful story. I was screaming NO to a lot of the decisions that the main character made. The advice given by the therapist was wonderful and the story came together beautifully.
If I Fall by Lydia Michaels was such a lovely read! A story about strength, determination and love that you won’t want to miss!
If I Fall is about Jade Shultz. We met her in the first book in this series but it isn’t necessary to go in order. (Although I highly recommend you do! You won’t want to miss it!!) Jades life is turned upside down all in the events of one evening. Over the next several months she tries so hard to look at the positive things in her life but she just can’t get over the events of that night.
With the help of her friends and boyfriend she learns to fight for the life she deserves.
Such a wonderful book! I’m so thankful I found this author!!!
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Review After the ending in bk.1 I could wait to read Jade’s story.
If I Fall is a very well written book of the journey of a courageous woman.
Jade is a feisty sassy bubbly young lady.
She has the biggest heart and goes out of her way for those she loves.
She loves her job as a nurse and she is doing well financially.
But suddenly she changes drastically.
She’s sad and scared all the time.
Her spunk and passion is gone.
She won’t let anyone in nor confide in those she loves.
Where once she was bold and full of spice she’s now on pins and needles.
Her close friends and her love interest never give up on her.
They are right there fighting with her and for her once she does open up.
It’s beautiful seeing how bonds of friendship and love protect and cocoon Jade.
How Jade herself protects the ones she loves also even with all the heartache that life is dealing her.
She tries to shield her friends and parents from her extreme pain.
I just love this book!
If I Fall is a story about courage,love and friendship.
It’s also about taking back ones power,emboldenment and finding inner strength to get back up and survive.
As in many of this amazing author’s books,If I Fall is full of inspiration even in the depths of despair.
She all ways gives the character and reader the physical and emotional pull to feel the rays of light and sunshine even when the tunnel is pitch black.
If I fall uplifts and fills the dark with hope.
The group of characters are amazing!
They are what true friends encompass and what love is made of!
I fell in love with Jade Shultz in the first New Castle book. She was such a strong, confident, make no apologies kind of girl. And she had been pretty obvious about what she wanted. Jeremy Larson. She’d known him for years and they’d spent a lot of time together since his return from Iraq. Just when it seemed that chemistry might be mutual, something horrific happened and Jade was left broken. To know something happened to completely shake Jade had me more than intrigued.
I don’t want to give away any spoilers but suffice it to say Jade was living in an emotional madhouse. With no memory of the actual event, she did know that it had been unwanted and brutal. Her emotions were all over the place. She felt guilt, wondering if she’d somehow caused it to happen. No matter what she told herself about being an innocent victim, she still felt shame. The pain of it all left her torn between wanting to know what happened and wanting to remain ignorant. In short, she wasn’t herself. Maybe she’d never be herself again. Even though Jeremy made her feel safe and grounded her, she was afraid to tell him until she figured out what happened and learned how to cope. Until she could be normal again. But she couldn’t have normal unless she was honest with Jeremy.
Jeremy had always thought Jade to be a strong, confident woman. He wanted her with an intensity he’d never wanted anyone. But she was hurting and lost, and Jeremy knew he’d do anything to help her. Even if it meant just being there as a friend. I loved that it wasn’t all about him. No hero could solve this. But he could stand by her, be patient, listen, and catch her. I loved Jeremy’s strength, patience, and determination with Jade. He let her move at her own pace but didn’t let her hide from life. Even when unpredictable events unfolded causing more anxiety for Jade, he was there. Together, he helped her to rise above all that had happened and plan for the future. He vowed to always be there to catch her. But when the threats return, will he be able to keep that promise?
What an intriguing, heart wrenching, and suspenseful story. Lydia Michaels spins this tale so perfectly, it’s guaranteed to hook you from the start. It tackles some tough subjects but it’s also peppered with some humorous and lots of romantic moments to lighten the mood. And prepare to feel every emotion right along with Jade. From anguish, disbelief, sadness, fear, and pride, you’ll feel like you’ve ridden an emotional roller coaster when it’s over. The tough and sensitive nature of elements of the story make it painful to read at times. But it’s a beautiful story that blesses the reader with a powerful message of vindication and empowerment. Seeing Jade’s journey and her ability to move on and triumph against great adversity was moving. Regardless of what she endured and the decisions she made in response, she’d never be the same as before. But she could have her happily ever after. She just had to cross some pretty tough circumstances to get there.
This is the second book in the NEW CASTLE series and this is Jade’s book . I fell in love with Jade and Jeremy in book one . Jade has flirted and wanted Jeremy since he came back from Iraq. But he has put them in the friends category because of his ex and the daughter that they share . Jade wants more . until the day the worst thing in the world happens to Jade and Jeremy is there to help pick up the pieces and put her back together.
This book starts of in a dark space when the unthinkable happens to Jade . She wakes up and knows something happened but no the extent of what happened . She is trying to keep calm and work through it but there are things that can’t be over come so easily . But Jeremy is there and sees the signs of PTSD and is there to let Jade lean on him and help her . I love these two characters . Jade is a strong no nonsense woman but we see her at her weakest and most vulnerable. We see her fight and come back strong with the help of Jeremy . Jeremy is well he is the sweetest guy out there . He wants Jade but is scared that i will wreck everything that he has with his daughter . He is a fighter and hero in my eyes oh and sexy oh so sexy . hehehehehe . You will fall in love with these characters , they are complex and well developed .
This story is about survival and coming out the other side stronger . There are some scenes that might make you squirm a little . The beginning is pretty dark but it pulls you through and out the other side . The ultimate message in this story is one of survival and finding that love that will last a lifetime . The author does a great job telling that story . So if you want a great story that will keep you reading all night long check out IF I FALL
If I Fall is Jade Shultz & Jeremy Larson’s story. This book is of romantic suspense genre and I love this story!
Jade Shultz has had a terrible year and what a SURVIVOR she is! My heart goes out to her. She has had to survive some very bad things that happen to her. There were times that I wanted to slap her to make her snap out of her self- destruction mode. Jeremy tries to help her but, she makes it hard for him to keep her safe.
I love that we got to see more of Kat, Tyson and Mia. They were all in First Comes Love where we learned that Jade was Kat’s BFF.
I LOVE this book and this series! Lydia really knows how to write books that make you feel that you are there with everything happening around you.
I can’t wait for Trenton Cole’s story!!!!
Reviewed for TaSTy WordGasms