The first time I heard his cheesy pick-up line, he made me laugh. The next night, I fell madly in love. Then he shattered my world without speaking a word, leaving me with an empty heart and a hollow soul. Still, I tried to fix what was broken, only to be humiliated beyond repair. I couldn’t believe the same man who promised me heaven so ruthlessly put me through hell with lips that once … that once worshipped me.
I thought that was the end of us, but then a life-altering discovery threatened more than just me, and the least likely man to stand at my side was the one who refused to leave it.
What readers are saying about Justifying Jamie:
It’s not often that the chemistry between the main characters is a firehouse from the jump, but that happened with this book, and I love it. What they have is messy and gritty, but it’s also one of the most intense loves I’ve seen in a book. ~ Ebonie
Gripping story line. Real, honest and intense emotions.Amazing writing. Unforgettable and imperfect characters. Justifying Jamie by Anna Brooks is a sexy, swoony and gritty rockstar romance! ~ PP’s Bookshelf
Justifying Jamie was an emotional roller coaster of feelings that had me on the brink of wanting to hug Jamie or throw a left hook and knock his but out for being so cruel. Holy Alpha. Anna Brooks wrote a heart-wrenching story with a beautiful ending and characters that are so relatable. ~Lori T.
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Oh boy did these two take us on a journey! Jamie is an unapologetic rock star. Yeah, he sleeps around and makes no secret of it. He’s not looking for love, which of course is when it tends to sneak up on you. Mercy works with happy families every day, but doesn’t imagine that will ever be her life. These two are destined for each other if there ever was such a thing. They cross paths in ways neither of them realize, their paths always have led to each other. But OH THE ANGST! This author simply CANNOT let them be happy together until she puts them through the wringer and throws everything at them but the kitchen sink. Thats ok though, it just makes it that much sweeter in the end when they work through all their issues. I loved Mercy’s spunk and Jamie’s raw honesty. Both drove this story home and made me want more from this group. I hope this author has many more stories in the world of Reason to Ruin, and I’d like Linc’s story too!
Jamie & Mercy’s story starts out fun & sweet & OH SO SEXY. They have chemistry off the charts right away, and that parlays into a hookup. But… their connection is so strong, neither of them stays in “hookup” mindset for long. Unfortunately, due to the way they were bantering and a series of unfortunate circumstances, a misunderstanding occurs that rips them apart.
That’s when the emotional and angstiness begins. I just wanted to hug them both SO HARD! And also possibly smack the back of their heads “Gibbs style.” ; ) They each have things they need to work through surrounding not only misunderstandings and their relationship, but individually as well. There is GREAT character development in this story!
There were parts that made me laugh, and parts that made me cry (even on the 2nd & 3rd read-through) but I enjoyed the whole thing – even the angsty bits which y’all know I’m not usually a fan of those!! Highly recommend this story – well written, well told, well developed. Thumbs up & 5++ stars!! : )
I received an ARC copy of this book for an honest review.
Anna Brooks has surpassed herself with this book.
I already thought that Anna was an amazing author, but this book is out of this world amazing
I absolutely love the main character’s and how they are written, and also how there story is written, because this is exactly how real life really is. It doesn’t always run smoothly, there are obstacles that get in the way.
This book is really well written and thoroughly enjoyable, it’s not just the main character’s that you will love, you’ll love everyone else and want to know more especially about the boy’s in the band, and hopefully we will
I’d definitely recommend this book
Jamie and Mercy (or Daisy and Donny) meet one night and fall in love, u til they don’t see each other for 3 years because of a misunderstanding. The struggles these two face in life as they try to get back to each other is so angsty but oh so good. I loved this story. This is a new author for me but I am definitely going back and finding more. And I can’t wait for the rest of the band mates stories!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Oh my God… what did I just read. Justifying Jamie was an emotional roller coaster of feelings that had me on the brink of wanting to hug Jamie or throw a left hook and knock his but out for being so cruel. Holy Alpha Anna Brooks wrote a heartwrenching story with a beautiful ending and characters that are so relatable. I loved this first book in this series and look forward to the next book.
Neither of them were really looking for love, but when they bumped into one another that night it found them. It was an instant connection, when Jamie’s eyes found her in that crowded bar he couldn’t bare to look away, she was so beautiful, it was as if she called out to him. So he marched over, laid down some funny lines, and some dirty ones too, and that was all it took to convince her to give him a shot. They shared a insanely passionate night together and he expected her to be there the next morning when he opened his eyes, but she was gone, and all she left was her number on a sheet of paper.
But things came to an abrupt and unexpected end, the plans they made that night slipped right out the door with her. Now they have a second chance at love… but first they must find a way to forgive!
Justifying Jamie is a heart-torturing second chance romance story that will have you floating on the clouds one moment and your heart in your throat the next. It took a lot for these two to find their way back to one another, but once they did they realized there was a lot standing in their way. Old hurts, mistrust, misunderstandings, meddling exes and family, the list goes on and on… but they were determined to be happy. It wasn’t an easy road to their forever and there were moments I had my doubts that they would be able to get there, but they did… it just took a few more scars and lots of patience! I really enjoyed this one, it had the angst and drama I crave, steamy bits and dirty talk that made me blush, and the emotional stuff that gave my heart a thorough work-out… it was perfect from beginning to end! Highly recommend!
I requested an advanced copy of this title from the publisher, and I am voluntarily leaving my honest and unbiased opinion.
What a back and forth storyline! This was my first read from this author, but I really enjoyed the back and forth concept of the storyline and these two intertwining their lives together without realizing it and taking so long to find each other! After spending an epic night together, a family emergency takes Mercy away from Jamie and they never end up getting back in contact due to one misunderstanding after another. Years later when they reconnect, assumptions cloud their feelings and it’s a lot of back and forth lashing out, but there’s a twist that throws everyone through a loop, and I have to say it really came out of nowhere for me and something I did not expect. Thankfully, this couple ends up getting their HEA their own way and finally acting on the feelings they had that first night together. I really enjoyed both the storyline and the style of writing from this author, and can’t wait to get stories from the rest of the band!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
I love discovering new authors. Even though they may not be new to anyone but me discovering people that so eloquently put pen to paper makes me happy! Anna Brooks makes me happy.
Jamie and Mercy, two individuals on a path to discovery. Discovery of themselves and discovery of one another. As we watch these characters deal with life and all that encompasses it, we watch them grow. We watch them find their way, lose their way and find their way. A rollercoaster of life. Just remember things are not always what they seem.
As I do not want to tell this story in the review, I will say read this 5-star book. Meet a new author and be prepared to look for more from her.
This was my first experience with Anna Brooks and I can honestly say that it won’t be my last. The cover, the blurb, and the title intrigued me and I am so glad that I was given the opportunity to advance read this book.
Being new to Ms. Brooks I wasn’t sure what to expect but I wasn’t disappointed. I was sucked in from the beginning and just had to keep reading to find out “what next/now??” At times Jamie and Mercy made me absolutely crazy (!!) but other times I was swooning. It was just the right mix of loco, lust, and love.
Jamie is an entitled Rockstar who really enjoys the life!!
Mercy is a nurse, who dreams of love and happy families but doubts she will ever find it.
And boom!! These two meet in such an unexpected way and right away the chemistry and emotion grips you right into their angsty, twisty turning path of a roller coaster ride to LOVE!!
This isn’t a particularly sweet swoony love story, its raw, it hurts and it totally captivates you. I don’t want to give too much away, because all is not as it seems!!
This book at times had me all sorts of messed up!! From out loud giggling, to swooning to tears. The relationships with the band members warmed my heart, definitely a band of brothers, but you always get one bad apple right? Not only do you fall in love with Jamie and Mercy, you become just as involved with all the others involved in their life!!
Mercy had her own issues with family, and her own self confidence but i loved her!! We get a story that we can throw ourselves right into. Raw, gritty and intense!! I loved it!!
Now though, i’m left with needing more from this author and these characters!!! Especially Liam, Meara and Linc!!! I’ll deffo be watching out for more !!!!