Those who think they know me would tell you I’m a caring mother, a loyal friend, and a dutiful wife. They’d say the golden path which led me here is the road every little girl dreams of taking. However, the guise of my happy existence has come to be just that—an illusion. A mask of contentment intended for the world to believe. Not many years into my marriage, I became an abandoned housewife to … abandoned housewife to an adulterous husband. A proud, but sad, mother of two beautiful daughters.
My days were spent somewhere lost between empty and alone.
Then he came back. Mason Cole offered a second chance to share the life we were supposed to have together. He gave me a glimpse of myself. The woman I’d forgotten long ago.
My road to hell was paved with good intentions. But sometimes good intentions get lost amidst a heart’s desire.
At least mine did.
Now I’ll tell you why.
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Keep Happy by A.C. Bextor is a romance and suspense book that will keep you reading until the end. This is not my first book by this author but it is my favorite of hers yet. I enjoyed how she pulled me into the story with ease and was able to hold my attention to the last page. Her writing skills are such that she made me feel as if I was right there with the characters. She took me on an emotional roller coaster ride that has some twists and turns that left me sitting on the edge of my seat. This story has a little bit of everything in it from romance to action to suspense. This is a story about a woman who looked like she had it all to the outside looking in. But really on the inside she was falling apart. She is a mother of two girls and a husband who doesn’t appreciate her. She lost her love once before but now that he has popped back up, what will she do? Will she get a second chance at happiness with him? He left once before will he leave again? I loved both of these characters. She is a strong woman who knows what she wants but on the other side she has a sensitive side. He is one of the better book boyfriend I have seen in awhile. He is strong and has a determination that proves he is not going anywhere. These two have such great chemistry together. I found myself hoping she would ditch her husband and find her happiness with him. The secondary characters are just as strong and supportive. A couple of them surprised me but they did help make the story flow. I highly recommend this book. Find out if it is possible to have a second chance of love.
Wow this book!!! I didn’t think I’d like it honestly, the first few chapters were rough. But then you experienced the pure love that is Mason and Katie and I couldn’t stop reading!! This book was still different than many romance books I typically read. My heart broke, almost the whole way through. The writing by Ms. Bextor was superb, and I could feel the true, true love that Katie and Mason shared and my heart broke that they weren’t able to have it for so long! I was so proud of Katie for being as strong as she was though, especially for her daughters. But everytime they were together and finally happy again, I could feel my heart lighten! I ended this book with a serious smile on my face and I know you will too!!
Keep Happy was a great but an emotional read. I was so glad that Katherine and Mason got their happy ever after though. This was my first book by this author but definitely not my last! I definitely suggest reading this.
I loved Mason more than I thought I would. He was Katie’s protector starting from her pre-teens. I loved that he protected her from things Katie didn’t even know about, and even protected her from Mason, himself. The story has some twists and turns. There were many life changes, good and bad. Eventually they come together and the question “is love enough?” asked? Or is the question, “is love all you need?”
This book was so good, for I went through so many emotions when reading this story and just getting to know the characters. When a book can make me feel what the characters are feeling at the same time it makes me feel like the author really took the time so that you can relate and love the story.
An emotional read. Both Katie and Mason have lots of issues to overcome. An unexpectedly good evolvement of this storyline. Will happily read more from this author.
The story rips and hugs your heart as the young couple meet as kids, then go their seperate ways. How heart wrenching when her husband runs around on her, and the cheating husband adds a protective shield to her heart. The characters are conflicted and complex, and the plot could be seen from two sides, which is a kind of plot that I adore. When presenting characters and the author potrays their sides from their point of view, it gives the reader an indepth knowledge of the characters. I like books that have multiple characters, and it makes the story more real.
Second chance loves are the best, and without telling more than necessary, I will be reading more of her books.
I loved this book so much. It gives you the story of a marriage of love kinda and that of convenience because of the situation at hand. Throughout the story you wonder what will happen and if everyone will get the ending they should have in the first place and how the dynamics will be. In the end it left me happy and sad. Sad just because it ended and I never wanted it to end
I have to start by saying I a was not too sure when i started reading this book. I have never been a fan of “cheating” stories. But this was done is beautiful heart-wrenching way. Seeing them struggle with making the choices they made just tore me apart. I loved this and will definitely read this author again.
5 Star
Keep Happy( A Silvervale Second Chance Romance book 1) by A.C Bextor is the first book in the Her Silvervale Second Chance Series.This isn’t my first book by this author and won’t be my last. I loved this book and the characters took me on an emotional rollercoaster ride with a few twists and turns I didn’t see coming.This story has a bit of everything from action,romance to suspense. This is the story about Katherine(katie) and Mason (Cole).These two have quite the history but can they have a future together? Mason is a older bad boy whom Katherine has been in love with since she was twelve years old.Can these two have a second chance at happiness Katherine aka Katie is married and has two beautiful daughters. Her husband Thomas travels a lot with work
Thing is these two married but katie(katherine) has only ever loved Mason aka Cole. These two have chemistry that is off the charts but can they be together?will she leave her husband for her one true love?i highly recommend this especially if you want to know what happens with Mason az nd Katie!Im looking forward to reading more from this author.
What an emotional rollercoaster!! I think everyone that picks this up will be able to relate in some way. I’m left breathless. A complete page turner, this book had a solid plot pace and progression. The characters were full and relatable. Definitely would recommend to others.
This is my first book by A.C Bextor. This is book 1 in the Silvervale book series. I love 2nd chance romance stories and this one was food. Katie first meet Mason when she was 12. He came and worked at her dads place. The next time she meet him was when she was 14. She was stood up at the movies and he took her home. Mason was a bad boy. Everybody knew it. His dad was an abusive alcoholic. Katie is in a loveless marriage. He husband cheated on her but she stayed for her 2 girls. Mason is back in town and is trying real hard to keep his promise he made to katie. Loved this book. Great second chance romance story.
Keep Happy by author A.C. Bextor is the story of Katherine Dyer and Mason Cole. Katherine met and fell in love with Mason Cole when she was twelve and he was twenty and that love she never lost. Mason is a guy who has never had an easy time yet when he meets Katherine he’s drawn to her sweetness and as the two become adults he becomes more protective. Fate intervenes and the two are separated. Katherine marries and Mason lives his life in a new location. Eventually Mason comes back to his hometown to find that he is still drawn to Katherine. Will they find their way back to each other?
I have read other stories by this author and I have to say this has to be one of my favorites. I loved the rapport between Katherine and Mason. He was such an alpha right from the beginning and he just wanted to take care of Katherine but didn’t want to “ruin” her life. The secondary characters were so realistic I felt like I personally knew the. My favorite though has to be Katherine’s youngest daughter, Averie. Her conversations with “McButterpants” had me literally in tears of laughter. If you are looking for a good story with heart I definitely recommend Keep Happy, it will make you happy.
Keep Happy by A.C. Bextor is a love story that takes us on the journey in the life of Katherine and Mason. This story had me captivated from the very start as we follow their past, their present and their future. A.C draws you into this story and keeps you enthralled by her wonderful characters even though their story is a rocky road to true love. I loved the way story unfolded and the way it is told by taking us back and forth in years by reliving their past and bringing us to the present. Reading this had my emotions all over the place, frustration vs understanding, hate vs love, sadness vs happiness with a bit of laughter thrown in to lighten the load.
Sometimes what seems the right thing, turns out to be the wrong thing. This is a must read.
Keep Happy by A.C.Bextor is a heart-warming second chance romance.
Katherine (Katie) Dyer is very unhappily married to unfaithful husband Thomas. They still love each other but are not in love with each other. They stay together to give a stable family unit to their 2 teenage daughters. Katie is still in love with her first love Mason Cole who moved away to get away from an abusive father. When Mason Cole moves back home, Katie, and her family’s lives are changed forever.
The sparks still fly when Katie and Mason meet. Will Katie have the courage to leave her loveless marriage and be with the only man that she’s ever truly loved?
Mason Cole is a HOT alpha male. He’s well and truly joined my list of book boyfriends. He’s dominant in the bedroom and has a filthy mouth and is a walking sex on legs. What more would you want to ask for in a man? Added to this he is madly in love with Katie and will do anything for her. What made me love Mason even more was the love that he had for her 2 daughters Amelia and Averie. In Amelia and Averie we had 2 fantastic characters. In fact Averie stole the scene so many times. Her quick wit, sass and the way she had Mason wrapped around her little finger were so endearing.
I’m a reader that will re-read a book if I’ve really enjoyed it and I can honestly say that I will be reading Keep Happy again.
Keep Happy by A.C. Bextor is book one of The Silvervale Second Chance Romance Series. This is this first book I’ve read by this author but I absolutely loved reading this book. I wasn’t sure what to expect at first but once I started reading, I couldn’t put it down. This book tells Mason and Katherine’s story.
Katherine has been in love with one man for what seems like her whole life. That man is unfortunately not her husband. There are many reasons that Katie could leave her husband but she stays and tries to give her daughters a stable life. Mason Cole re-enters Katie’s life and she feels like she’s being torn in two. She doesn’t know which way to go.
Mason Cole never wanted to leave Katie but he couldn’t stay anymore. He didn’t know his leaving would basically push her into the arms of another man. Now he has to live knowing that while he loves her, she isn’t his. That is until he realizes how miserable she is and how she’s not really hiding it anymore.
Will these two get the second chance they’ve been longing for to keep happy?
I absolutely loved this book. It’s definitely on my list of must reads!
Keep Happy
Written by AC Bextor
5 out of 5 stars
Keep Happy is the first book I’ve read by A.C Bextor and certainly not my last, especially since this is the first book in the Silvervale Second Chance Romance Series. This book exceeded all expectations and I was enthralled from the first page to the last.
I loved the characters, from Katherine to Mason and honestly the supporting characters too. Humorous, flawed, each character has something to contribute to the story while capturing a piece of your heart.
Keep Happy has just about everything I love in a good story, heartwarming characters, danger, passion, and a fast paced storyline. I’m looking forward to seeing what else A.C Bextor has in store!
Keep Happy ( A Silvervale Second Chance Romance Book 1) by A. C. Bextor
This book is a roller coaster of emotions. This story had me hooked from beginning till the end. The whole time hoping Katherine and Mason are able to get their HEA. I understand her thinking of why she should stay in her marriage but I don’t agree. This book had me sad, angry, hopeful, and so much more. This is an excellent romance book. The story was relatable, believable, and very well written. I love getting to know the characters and getting all the feels while reading. I also really liked Katherine’s best friend, she didn’t pull any punches. I highly recommend this book you will get all the emotions you want from a romantic story. I can’t wait to read the next book I have no doubt it will be wonderful just like this one. The have found this author to be an excellent storyteller!!
Keep Happy by AC Bextor
5 stars
Oh my word, this book. I fell in love with this book from the start. It has everything in within these pages. Love, loss, second chances, mystery and heartbreak.
Katie has the perfect life, a husband, 2 children and friends, but nothing is as it seems on the inside. While living in a small town, everyone knows everyones business. At the end of her rope, in walks Mason Cole, the man who holds her heart still.
As the past is revealed to lead to the now, you learn of the paths Mason and Katie took in life and why they’re where they are now.
I fell in love with these characters, my heart broke, I cried, and I laughed. Great great story and ill be reading more by this author!
Keep Happy by A.C. Bextor
Five Stars
Keep Happy is the first book in the Silvervale Second Chance Romance Series by A.C. Bextor. This book gave me a book hangover I just couldn’t shake. It was gut-wrenchingly emotional. This story is filled with first love’s, love lost, a bad marriage and a love rekindled. Mason Cole is a total alpha male, Katie has had a crush on him since she was twelve years old. As they grew older they came together, but their lives took different paths. What happens in this book is amazing and agonizing. This book is full of twists and turns, you will not be able to put down. This is the second book I have read by this author, but by far my favorite. I can’t wait to see what A.C. Has in store for us next. Great Read! I highly recommend this book.