USA Today & Amazon Top Ten best-selling author Harloe Rae delivers a new standalone romance where opposites attract and the lines of friendship are blurred beyond recognition.“Will you help me remember?”That’s the second thing I ask the stranger hovering just outside of my hospital room. To me, Decker Fredric is another nameless face in the crowd. To him, I’m a forgotten girl he hasn’t seen … a forgotten girl he hasn’t seen in years. But he agrees to be my crutch through the fog as if we were once friends.
Everything is a blank canvas spreading far and wide in front of me. Any direction I take, my steps stumble over the unknown. Decker becomes the only reliable constant in my life. I lean on him too hard, but he doesn’t seem to mind. His unwavering patience and guidance restore some semblance of normal I don’t recall having.
My attraction to Decker is instant, but he appears indifferent. Until the day his stare holds a bit too much heat. In return, I dare to let my touch linger. Our hugs cling tighter than a simple embrace should. But we have no business defying the distinct line cutting between us.
Decker Fredric was never mine to keep. But that doesn’t stop me from wanting him to be.
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A highly recommended read. 4.5 stars.
She’s done it again and given us an astounding read. Keeper by Harloe Rae is heartfelt and super steamy with characters that’ll melt you on the spot.
To Delaney, Decker is just a stranger in her blank mind. So when she finds out they have a connection in her forgotten past, she asks for his help to remember.
Having no one to rely on or turn to, she finds herself leaning and relying on Decker more than she probably should although he seems to take it in his stride.
As their friendship progresses a fire starts to flare and has Delaney wanting more, but is the unknown going to stop her getting what she wants?
It seems so long since I’ve waited to read these two, and I wasn’t disappointed!
Keeper held many amazing qualities I love in a romance like laughter, hot steamy scenes, a bit of suspense and much more.
I say go grab your copy now!
I recommend this.
This is a good second chance story Decker and Delaney. She gets assaulted and ends up in the hospital without her memory and he remembers her and helps her and this is a sweet love story. I would recommend.
I received a complimentary copy for a honest review.
When Delaney wakes up on the hospital with no memories, she has no one to turn to. Until a man from her past whom she doesn’t remember offers to be her friend, her guide.
Decker had a crush on the unattainable girl back in the day. In the present, she’s very real, and very much in his life. Their friendship will turn to more, and they’ll have to wade through a mystery and secrets before they can make it through, though.
Wow, this story is the kind that stays with you long after reaching the end. Decker is swoony and sweet and perfect for Delaney. She’s just as amazing as her friend turned more, and I love the way they became everything to each other. I love the mystery. I love every word of this amazing story.
*4.5 stars*
Delaney and Decker stole my heart…
I’ve been in an awful book slump. You know how it is when you’re stressed and your mind can’t calm down to even enjoy a good book. Yeah, not a good time to be sitting down with a new book. This read started off slow for me, not surprising since nothing has been able to capture my attention but after a few chapters something changed. Delaney’s situation, Decker’s helping hand, it all started to come together. I really listened to the characters and you know what? They had a lot of stuff to say that I wanted to hear….
Imagine waking up to… nothing. No memory of your name, your life, what happened five minutes – or five years – ago. Frightening couldn’t describe that enough I think. But that blank slate couldn’t remain empty for long. Life goes on, whether we are ready or not and Delaney had a lot of firsts in store… Thank goodness Decker, an unknown blast from the past, held out a welcoming hand…
Oh wow, was this a great book! Delaney was learning everything new and Decker was happy to show her the ropes, his long ago crush finding sudden new life. From their tentative first moments to their eventual smoldering interludes, their journey was one I followed and felt along with them. I wallowed happily in their humour and heat, the sheer warmth that they sparked together… Their story has put this author firmly on the ‘ones to follow’ shelf…
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Book Review
Keeper by Author Harloe Rae
What is it about a Harloe Rae book that pulls me right in? Keeper gripped me from the start, and I was emotionally invested in the characters and their well-being. This is a slow burn, “second chance,” friends to lovers romance. There is a sweetness to this story, even though it starts off dark. (Warning: there are elements of emotional and physical abuse!)
Decker and Delaney are funny, clueless, sweet, and so damn hot. I’m impressed by how strong and positive Delaney is in light of all she has been through. And as far as book boyfriends go, Deck is definitely a keeper!
Things I loved about this one:
The build up to crossing the line from friends to something more
Supporting characters
Deck’s growly and brooding nature
Watching Deck fall…hard
Dell’s sense of humor
The wisdoms of worth
My issues, without spoilers:
Was there even an initial police investigation?
Some of the dialogue during the intimate scenes felt excessive and unnecessary
Sometimes, less is more, and only a few words are needed to convey an idea
Overall, an enjoyable read and one I plan to revisit!
This is the first book that I have read from Harloe Rae and it won’t be the last. Decker and Delaney stole my heart. Loved their story so much. The chemistry and attraction that was between them was so intense you could feel it. Highly recommend this story.
I received an ARC of this book and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
I absolutely adored this book. It ran me through the emotional gauntlet and I was okay with that because the beautiful Decker was there on the other side of it all to comfort me the same way he did with Delaney!
Decker. Delaney. Amnesia. Butterflies. Everything that I love about Harloe Rae X3000.
She’s one of my always read authors and this one might just be my new favorite! This love story isn’t simple, but it’s AMAZING.
READ THIS.
Decker is astounded to find his high school crush Delaney in the hospital. What’s even more astonishing is that she has absolutely no memory of her past—all she knows is that she got into an accident that caused her amnesia. Excited that someone has finally recognized her, Delaney asks Decker to remember anything and everything. Decker agrees and the two become fast friends, but eventually the line blurs and they start seeing each other in a different light…
I enjoyed reading this book so much, I didn’t want it to end. Not only is Harloe Rae’s writing solid, but the plot is unlike any I’ve ever read. Decker is a hot, protective alpha who wanted so much to take care of Delaney, while Delaney is a strong, brave woman trying to find her way in the world. Their chemistry was on-point and it was so much fun to watch their push and pull. I can’t recommend this book enough!
Keeper is a slow burn, second chance, friends-to-lovers, small-town contemporary romance written in dual first-person POV. It’s a standalone that ends with a HEA. No cliffhanger, no cheating.
I received this book at my request and have voluntarily left this unbiased review.
Keeper is such a sexy and sweet second chance romance that sucked me in from the start. Delaney and Decker’s story gave me everything that I look for in a second chance romance. Their story is one that had me emotionally invested in from the very beginning, kept me turning the pages till the very end, and stole my heart with their whole story. Decker is that swoon worthy book boyfriend that all of us ladies look for and he will no doubt swoon you over before you even know what happened. This is one-click worthy for sure.
Happy Reading Everyone!!!
Reviewed by Jeanette Oglesby
Keeper is such a sexy and sweet second chance romance that sucked me in from the start. Delaney and Decker’s story gave me everything that I look for in a second chance romance. Their story is one that had me emotionally invested in from the very beginning, kept me turning the pages till the very end, and stole my heart with their whole story. Decker is that swoon worthy book boyfriend that all of us ladies look for and he will no doubt swoon you over before you even know what happened. This is one-click worthy for sure.
Happy Reading Everyone!!!
What a great read, I loved it
Decker and Delaney were everything! Delaney wakes up in the hospital with no memory. She feels safe with Decker. Decker remembers every moment between them. He’s been a bad boy with a crush on her. He’s sexy, protective and exactly what Delaney needs at that time in her life. Delaney is strong and full of determination. I loved this story and recommend it.
5 Stars for Keeper!
I loved everything about this book! Harloe Rae’s talent for detail immediately swept me right into the story. She put together characters with depth and heart, a storyline that is unique and engaging, and she splashed just the perfect amount of intrigue to keep you wondering when Delaney’s past was going to come back and disrupt her path to recovery and discovery.
Delaney and Derek have history but just as friends but now Delaney is back but has no memory of her past. She needs help finding her way in life and there is something about Derek that she trusts to help her. Now they have a chance to get to know each other all over again and they not only find friendship again but they start this dance of mutual attraction around each other.
You will have to read this story for yourself to see where their relationship goes. Enjoy their journey! You won’t be disappointed!
Each chapter starts with a ‘Wisdom of Worth’. This one is my favorite and to me it summed up the growing relationship between Derek and Delaney perfectly.
Wisdom of Worth #67: “Starting from square one isn’t so bad with a proper guide to lead the way”
PURELY INCREDIBLE!! KEEPER = THE SUN, MOON AND ALL THE STARS!!
Such a fascinating story for Decker and Delaney. I am so in love with these characters! When I started to read this I was so caught up in the amnesia aspect that I sort of forgot the whole “Charles” part of the story. Then in comes Decker and the love story starts to come alive. I was so engrossed in it and ready for the HEA that the twist was like a sucker punch. Harloe Rae writes this story with passion and fire and always keeps you wanting more. This is a MUST read for anyone who likes any trope of romance. It has loss, hurt, abandonment, love, fire, longing, grit!! I’m not going to lie when I say I wish I had my own Decker Fredric; hot doesn’t even start to describe that man, swoon!! I loved ever minute of this book and Harloe completely knocked this book to the moon and back again!
5 Cranky Stars
This will be a hard one to review not because I didn’t enjoy it in fact, I enjoyed it a lot, but I don’t want to give anything away so here goes. That prologue sucked me in from the beginning and I knew I was in for a wild ride. I was all ready for the small-town romance that we know and love from Harloe Rae and It didn’t disappoint. I would say if I was Delaney, I don’t know how I would have made it through that, but I guess we truly don’t know what we are capable of until we are staring it down. She had spunk and she had the drive to make her life even better than before. I guess you could say she was a phoenix rising from the ashes. Decker was what we all love in a book boyfriend. Sexy, tattooed, a panty melting smile and a big heart. He didn’t have to step up to help Delaney, but he did. He knows her from the past and has always had a crush on her, but he tries to keep it in the friend zone. These two together have some sizzling chemistry and they made my kindle steam. I wish I could say more. This book isn’t what you expect. It’s so much more and you will fall in love with these two as the pages go on.
Phew!! Ok ok I wasn’t expecting that when I jumped into this book. I knew there would be some drama and a quintessential small-town feel. We know there will be love and steamy sexy times. I want you to go into this blind and grasp the situation Delaney and Decker find themselves in. I hope you enjoy!!
Harloe Rae is a relatively new author to me but every book of hers I pick up leaves me wondering why she hasn’t crossed my radar before now and I really need to a take look at her previous works. Keeper captivated me from the first page to the last line I needed to know is this second chance love story was going to be a HEA for Delaney Walker and Decker Fredric.
Delaney has no memory of her past and she is struggling to come to terms with not knowing who she was until Decker comes back into her life and tells her they were friends in school, will Decker give Delaney what she needs to move forward and will Delaney believe enough to trust this stranger who is telling her they have history…….
This story was extremely well written and it touched me on so many levels, the chemistry between Decker and Delaney was sizzling, the story had the perfect mix of love and mystery and it was an emotional roller coaster that I was glad to be part of. A entertaining read that drew me in and left me wanting more. Can’t wait to see where this very talented author takes us next.
I loved Dell and Decker’s love story. I wasn’t sure of the whole memory loss as a plot twist but it was so wonderfully executed. The idea of building a whole new life is daunting but to find your perfect match and know without a doubt is amazing. How many people could say that? This book gives you all the feels while remaining realistic.
5 Trust The Butterflies Crowns
This book was Nothing and I mean Nothing like how I thought it would be in the best way. Harloe came straight outta left field and freaking owned me with it!. She keeps you wrapped up in suspense while the story plays out, just waiting to have your questions answered, and I loved every tension filled minute of it. This book has so many elements that are guaranteed to keep you completely enraptured until the last breath-taking moment.
“Delaney was the beauty queen without a crown, the girl with brains to spare. Varsity athlete. Way out of my league.”
Delaney was the girl next door. She is smart and beautiful but also kind. From the very first page you are thrust straight into this world and you hit the ground running. My heart physically ached with what happened to her, I was completely invested in this woman from the go. Her inner strength is awe inspiring; her journey is not an easy one but it’s a necessary one. And watching as she adjusts to her new life and her new normal with a smile on her face shows you what true strength really looks like.
“A few short months ago I would’ve gladly feasted on what those chicks were flaunting. A single moment can offer a lifespan of clarity. Or a visit to the hospital. There’s a different siren song whispering in my ears these days.”
Decker is the reformed bad boy, but he just doesn’t see that in himself. He still thinks of himself as the guy who was perpetually in trouble, he can’t see the man that he has grown into. I loved that he was so possessive and protective of Delaney from the very start and watching as he slowly changes his ways to become who she needs him to be. Their connection is undeniable and soul deep, these two so clearly belong to one another, and watching as they grow closer and learn each other will melt your heart into a puddle.
“Good Lord, is he aware of his effect on the female population? It’s nearly detrimental to all brain functioning.”
This book wrecked me, it tore out my heart and soul and then Harloe slowly started piecing it back together with her words. The chemistry between Decker and Delaney was pure fire and nearly melted my Kindle. Harloe utterly slayed this story, from start to finish I was completely engrossed and could not put it down. This story in unlike anything that I’ve read, and I. Am. Here. For. It!!! She keeps you on edge with the suspense and has you blowing through the pages to find out what’s going to happen. You need this book in your life you will not regret it!!!
The number one thing I love about Harloe’s writing style is how she constantly incorporates previous characters into every book.
In keeper we meet Decker & Dell who are both thrown into a situation that none of wish to ever deal with.
Working as a team they discover and grow and reconnect and start their new journey as a couple.
Dell’s past that she can’t remember shows it’s face with an ugly revengeance.
Life gets complicate and messy but having that special someone on your side makes dealing with it all that much easier.