Award Winner! Best Sweet Romance eFestival of WordsNewly engaged and deliriously happy, Mattie and Jeremy look forward to a lifetime of marital bliss in their new home in Sedona, Arizona. But their perfect love disintegrates when Mattie discovers evidence of Jeremy’s massive betrayal. With her heart in pieces, Mattie flees to Mercer Island, Washington intent to start over. Everything was going … Island, Washington intent to start over. Everything was going according to plan – until she meets Cade.
Tattooed engineer by day, lead singer in a rock band at night, Cade has experienced his own brand of pain with the loss of his college sweetheart. As their friendship deepens, it ignites a new flame within Mattie, soothing the constant heartache for her former fiancée.
Just when Mattie thinks she may have found another stab at happiness, Jeremy reenters her life, and with him, all the crushing memories. It’s soon clear, though, that the trauma from her past may not be quite what it first seemed.
Will the truth bring closure and a new beginning – or will it mean the end of both relationships forever?
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Intentional by MK Harkins is book one of the Intentional series. This book sucked me in right from the beginning and I couldn’t put it down.
Mattie meets the love of her life after her and her best friend Sarah move to Sedona. Everything seems perfect. She’s got her business, her best friend and the love of her life. She does notice however, the closer she gets to her boyfriend the more distant Sarah becomes and she’s not sure she understands why. Jeremy and Mattie’s relationship moves pretty quickly until Mattie learns something she could have spent her whole life not knowing. The story takes a twist there and you begin to realize that maybe not everything is as it seems.
Mattie starts over determined to keep guys at a distance. She did not however, expect to meet someone like Cade.
The story has some twists and suspense. You are definitely drawn in because you want to find out how the story plays out. I was worried at first that maybe the story was moving too quickly but then it slows down right when it should and you really enjoy it. I loved this book and I can’t wait to see what book two holds.
Intentional was a great 5 star read and book one in the Intentional Series.
This is told in several POV’s which I really enjoy. This is the first time I am reading this author and I was pulled right in and didn’t want to stop until I was done.
Mattie flees town when she is betrayed by the two most important people in her life. She is struggling to move forward, when she meets Cade.
Cade wants Mattie but can he get her to let the walls down and let him in. Cade has also been hurt in the past and has some things to work out himself, but there is something about Mattie that is pulling him in. Could she be the one to help him love again?
Just as things are looking great for Cade and Mattie a whopper of a twist comes along. Such a twist that I was thinking “WTH” just happened here. Mattie will have to make the biggest decisions of her life, will it be the right one? If your looking for a page turner of a read with great characters, this is the read for you. 1-click and get started today.
I give Intentional (Intentional Series Book 1) by MK Harkins, 4 stars.
Mattie has it all, a best friend whom she adores, a great new place to live, and then she meets a guy she absolutely adores. She knows he is the one and he feels the same about her. Then it all comes crashing down. She decides to get far away from her new town. Leave the memories and swear off guys forever. Then she meets him. A guy who is totally opposite of her ex. She doesn’t want to have feelings for him, she can’t stand to have her heart broken again. Then her ex comes back into her life and wants to start over. Now she is at a complete loss. What is she to do?
I quite enjoyed this book. There are many things going on that will keep you reading this book until the end. There are very tough decisions that Mattie has to make the whole way through. You can completely understand her feelings and understand why she does what she does. I can’t say I agreed with them all, but I understood why.
This story itself is captivating and so well written, you will been drawn into it immediately. If you like modern romance with twists and turns, this book is for you.
Intentional is the romantic debut novel by M.K. Harkins and it is the first book in the Intentional series. The writer has an intriguing story telling style that pulls you in and keeps you reading until you reach the last page. The writer has chosen to tell the story from the point of view of the main characters and it gives the story an edge that many stories do not have.
It is a story of two childhood friends who have a friendship that any one of us would be so envious of! They follow each other to wherever the other one moves to and they are there for each other … or is it really so? It is a story of profound heartbreak and betrayal, lost dreams and hope.
It is a story of Mattie and Sarah and Jeremy and I will have you to read the story yourselves who is who and who betrays who and …. My goodness, this story really takes you to a rollercoaster ride and I don’t even dare to imagine what the next story will be about!
Intentional is the first novel in the Intentional series by M.K. Harkins. This is my first novel by this author.
Newly engaged Mattie Taylor is happy with Jeremy, preparing for their wedding but with only a month before the big day, she finds him in a composing position.
She packs up her things and moves to Mercer Island and starts new life for herself. While there, she meets Cade and starts to feel happiness again even though she still has feelings for Jeremy.
But when Jeremy re-enters her life, will she be able to listen to her and trust that things were not what they appear or she will move on with Cade?
I knew from the premise that I was going to enjoy this book, but I wasn’t prepared for how much. I finished this one sitting and I can’t wait to read the next book.
I was confused by the beginning at first because I expected to get right into the story but instead we got an introduction to the characters and their professions as well as how Jeremy and Mattie meet and grow close. We also get a glimpse of Mattie’s friendship with Sarah.
I will admit, I didn’t see that revelation though I was right on part of it, but it was a real shocking. Mattie talking to Cade at the hospital had me tears while I was reading at work.
I look forward to reading the next book.
Intentional is the first book in the Intentional series by M.K. Harkins. It is a romantic thriller that will have you gripped from start to finish.
It starts of as a typical romance novel but then takes you on an amazing journey that is so much more than you will get from the typical romance novel.
As a quick summary Mattie moves across the country with her best friend Sarah and meets the gorgeous Jeremy who is Sarah’s boss. Just as Mattie and Jeremy are about to get married she walks in on him in bed with Sarah. Totally gutted Mattie moves away and then meets the very gorgeous Cade. Just as she’s about to finally give into to feeling that she had for Cade, Jeremy and Sarah appear out of the blue and then all hell breaks loose.
This book is told from the point of view of all 4 main characters. I loved this as you got to see inside the head of each person and could see their true feelings towards one another.
This book is so well written, you just don’t know what’s going to happen next. What I have to say is that I had a bit of a dilemma reading this book. Although Jeremy was Mattie’s true love, I really really adored Cade and wanted her to pick him. So which man did Mattie finally choose? Well, you’ll have to read this awesome book to find out for yourself!
Intentional is the first book in a two-book series. MK Harkins puts a lot of energy to make her characters and scenery. This is a romance story with passion, drama, and suspense rolled all into one. While reading this story I felt like I was on a roller coaster with all the twists and turns. Mattie and Jeremy is the main characters that go through all of the emotions that MK Harkins has out into their story. It is hard to see the struggles that come up in their lives. I just keep saying to myself while reading that you were not given this task to bring you down, but in fact to build yourself up.
Intentional by M.K. Harkins is the first book in the Intentional series. This is a book designed to take you on an emotional journey from start to finish.
Mattie has everything you could want. She has lovely new home with her lovely new fiancé. Everything is perfect. Except it isn’t. When Mattie learns of Jeremy’s betrayal she does the only thing she can think of in that moment – she runs.
Her plan is to start over. Put Jeremy and the past behind her and try to forget on move on. Easier said than done but Mattie was making it work. And then she meets the gorgeous Cade. He is everything you could ever possible want in a man. A hunk, tattooed, engineer and musician. He sounds too good to be true. He is just as scarred as Mattie. Their friendship slowly begins to develop into something more, helping Mattie to finally put the past behind her.
That is until Jeremy reappears in her life. All at once everything she had been running from comes flooding back. The betrayal. The hurt. The feelings. Mattie thinks she had it all figured out, but did she? Did she run too soon? And what will Jeremy’s presence mean for her and Cade?
This is a new author for me and I was intrigued right from the blurb. It sounded like the kind of book that I would get sucked straight into. It certainly was! It was like I felt the emotions Mattie was going through. I felt her pain and her need to get away. And when she meets Cade – wow. He is everything you could want to read about. Just as damaged and hurt as she is they are a perfect fit. The writing in this book helps to carry the story so easily. It sucks you in and has hold of your attention well after you have read the book. I couldn’t have predicted which way this book would go which made it all the more interesting. A very good read and one you should pick up straight away.
Intentional (Intentional #1)
By MK Harkins
Rated 5 stars
Wow! Not what I thought. As the story progresses I could almost see exactly what would happen. I am shocked that a bestie or a sister would do this to someone. Betrayal at its finest! The was actually heart-wrenching to read. Flee! run away! Get away from the pain. Avoid..denial. That’s exactly what i would be thinking as well.
Jeremy…I was suspicious or you at first. Yes I got sucked into the lies. But you became a favorite guy of mine. I love how you changed your life to make her happiness priority. Your family is so sweet! How they loved Mattie right off the bat! Awwww! Your relationship with them and your sister…I loved it!
Cade….Cade….Cade! You are a hottie! I love everything about you. How you help lift up Mattie when she is down. With a smile, a laugh or a touch. Your band and band mates are so much fun! That kiss!!! Smoking hot!!
This is not my first book by this author and it won’t be the last. I have always enjoyed seeing what she bring to the table for me to read. This was an excellent story. She very easily was able to manifest my emotions for these characters. The story was so smooth I was half way done and didn’t realize it. The characters made some changes and grew. Very nice! I can not wait to read the next story in the series.
Intentional written by MK Harkins
4 Stars
“I trusted him with everything—mind, body, and soul.”
This book is filled with mistrust, betrayal, revenge, friendship, healing, new beginnings, forgiveness, friendship, loyalty and love.
“Could I trust him? Could I trust myself or my feelings? I wanted to be smart about this and be careful with my emotions. I wanted to believe him. I knew my body wanted to believe him.”
When I first started this book I thought I knew the direction it was going, but there was quite a few surprises sprinkled throughout. You will be kept guessing until the end. Not everyone gets their HEA…you’ll have to go on this journey to see how it all pieces together.
“I didn’t trust my own judgment. How could I be so wrong about the people I loved?”
Looking forward to Unintentional to see if it’s a continuation or if someone else will get their HEA. Fingers crossed for a combination of these storylines.
Intentional is the first book in the Intentional series by MK Harkins. I have read a few books by this author before and enjoyed them but this one is my favorite so far.
This book grabbed me from the very beginning and I hated having to put it down. The twist blind sided me and I couldn’t believe what happened, I sat there with my mouth hanging open muttering curse words.
As much as I loved the story I wish it had gone a little into one particular portion of the storyline. Felt like it could have been expanded just a bit more.
I have the next book in the series ready to go and I can’t wait to get started.
Intentional by MK Harkins
Five Stars
Intentional is the first book in the Intentional series by MK Harkins. This is not the first book I have read by this author but it is definitely my favorite so far. This is a great start to a new series, and I look forward to reading the next book in this series. This contemporary romance is full of emotions and feels. It starts out so innocent and events happen and turn the whole story upside down. I love Maddie’s character, she is down to earth and relatable. Jeremy and Cade are both alpha males who vie for her attention after an earlier misunderstanding, that may or may not be Jeremy’s fault. This sweet romance had me turning pages long into the night. I read the book in one sitting and enjoyed every minute of it. I love the way the characters grew and emotions brought out throughout the book. I highly recommend this book and look forward to reading Unintentional in the very near future.
This contemporary romance was a great read and one that I really felt was well developed. The characters were rich and I appreciated the different points of view provided throughout. I thought the POV switch added quite a bit positively to the book. Overall I found myself engrossed by the author’s writing style and story development. Whole heartedly enjoyed and recommended. Cannot wait to read more.
I think this is the first book I’ve read by this author. The writing is decent and the characters develop rather quickly.
It’s a story that does not have overt sex in it so I would be able to recommend it to my mother’s book club.
It’s a little obvious in the telling. Questions are answered about 50% of the way in and we just watch people unravel after that.
The ending was a little rushed and cliched but overall, the story held my attention and I will be reading more in this series to see what happens next.
Intentional by MK Harkins is the first book in the Intentional Series. The story of Mattie and her search for happiness locked me in early in the book. I have read other books by this author and was glad to grab another from Harkins. The characters are well developed and everything flows very well. The characters are well described and I can imagine them in my mind. What looks like a cookie cutter story is never what the author intends. This story of betrayal and chaos are brought in. I knew there would be a catch to everything but was still taken back. Harkins always surprises me with a twist or turn. I look forward to the next book in this series to see where I am taken.
I had the ability to read Intentional by M.K. Harkins. Let’s just say that I was impressed with the authors’ ability to create a beautiful – yet painful world.
We get to meet Mattie – a woman who thinks she has everything she needs, until she finds out about her fiancé’s betrayal. I think it hurt the most knowing that their love came from such a young age. I was intrigued with the way in which the story flowed and developed. I sat on the edge of my seat, waiting to see what decisions each character would make. I definitely enjoyed this book, and am excited to see what the author will do next. This was a definite 4 Star Book for me!
What a great start to a series! I really enjoyed this book as there was so much in it. Although the story itself is quite simple, the use of description of setting and time and the depth of development of the characters added so much complexity to the overall book which I loved! I really liked Mattie’s character mainly because of how she dealt with the difficult things in her life. She struggles when her marriage ends and her life is turned upside down so she takes control of the only thing she can and she leaves and goes to a whole new place to create a whole new start. I loved reading about a female character who is realistic and is able to struggle but is also strong at the same time. I also liked Cade’s character who, again, is also struggling with his own issues and his development throughout the novel is done really well. Overall, while the book deals really well with serious problems and individual suffering it also deals really well with themes of hope and new beginnings. This is a great read and I would definitely recommend!!
Wowzer what a novel i really enjoyed it, it was written from different pov’s but yet with the in depth storyline your able to still able to get to know each character and really get into there heads. It certainly toyed with my emotions that’s for sure my emotions were up and down like a yoyo haha! It is a phenomenal read written beautifully and will keep you hooked from chapter 1 so be prepared for a book hangover and you will be taken on a incredible journey!
Intentional written by MK Harkin is book one in the intentional series. This story is a lite bit crazy and a little bit love. It’s told from multiple points of view which makes it a little different. Having 4 different point of views was not horrible, however I feel like I could have done without Cade’s. Mattie is a sweet young lady but she’s trusting and naïve, she believes her best friend Sarah when it comes to pretty much everything. Then there is Jeremy who is Mattie’s fiance, or ex fiance. The story itself was good, it was a nice paced romance with some suspense mixed in but nothing too bad. I am looking forward to reading book two in the series next
Intentional (Intentional Series Book 1) By MK Harkins. This is my first book by this author and definitely won’t be my last. While I do feel the storyline was a bit rushed it was still a well written story. With a few twists and turns I really enjoyed this story.Mattie and Jeremy have a connection that you immediately feel when they first meet. It’s fun to watch them grow both together and separately. I was completely hooked and couldn’t stop until I was done. I’m excited to read book two for many reasons. I’m giving this book a four star review and highly recommend it to everyone.