Caliana Crawford is smart, sexy and unemployed. After quitting her mediocre job, she finds herself in need of a break. She goes to the one place that holds her most precious memories, her cabin by the lake. Life hasn’t always been easy for Cali. She lost someone close to her, was betrayed by her lover, and now she only wants to escape reality. What she doesn’t plan on is her sexy neighbor, … neighbor, who has an agenda of his own.
Owen Matthews goes through the motions every day, but knows his life is missing one essential part – Cali. He has never forgotten about the summers he spent by the lake with the gorgeous brunette. When he sees she is back to stay, Owen knows he can’t let her slip through his fingers again. Others think he has it all with owning a multimillion dollar company, but what they don’t know is that he would give it all up to have her in his arms and his bed.
The road to happiness isn’t always easy. His brother returns to his life and brings with him an old flame who threatens to rip Cali and Owen apart. Will they find their salvation with one another or let the events of their past influence their future?
Please note that this book contains explicit language and sexual content. It is meant for readers 18 and over.
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A heartfelt, captivating story of first love overcoming time and blossoming into true love. Owen has always loved Cali, but life tore these two friends apart, now they are back in their small town again. Full of doubts, a stalker, an ex girlfriend back in town, meeting new friends, healing between siblings, fear, wit, flirtatious banter, passion, and love. My Salvation will have readers falling in love with Owen, Cali, and their friends. Readers won’t want to put this book down.
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My Salvation (Salvation #1) was a good read by Michelle Dare. Valiant Crawford quit her mediocre job and is in need of a break. She takes this break at her cabin by the lake. Owen Matthews just goes through the motions everyday although he knows Cali is the missing piece in his life. I really enjoyed reading Cali and Owen’s story and cant wait to read mor by the author.
I got to listen to the audiobook. While it took some time getting used to a male narrator it was pretty good! Keep in mind this is the authors debut novel and released almost 6 years ago. Everyone has to start somewhere!
Cali and Owen reconnect after 10 years apart. They were neighbors at their cabins. It’s hot, steamy, and decently unpredictable. I enjoyed it!
Caliana had a crush yes on the boy next door Owen unknowingly to her Owen also had a crush on her but they stayed in the friend zone until the night before she left for college they shared an innocent kiss fast forward a decade and tell the Calianas Aunt passes away and leaves her the Caliana spent most of her summers at that cabin and where her Crush Owen currently resides Owen has a security company and he looks better than ever he and Caliana pick up basically where they left off but they start to date things are going well unless you want to count the break-ins at the cabin or Owens crazy ex stalking and causing problems so Owen and his team take it upon themselves to protect Caliana it has a happy for now ending with a lot of drama a lot of back and forth
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I was a bit disappointed in this story because after reading the blurb I was so exited but it failed to captivate all the time. A couple has shared a kiss 10 years ago as teenagers and they still think of each other. It felt a bit unreal to me. She is really into him – a lot! She is tending to be stalker if you ask me. They meet again and struggle with drama, his past and danger but in the end they get their HEA.
A nice read with nice chemistry between the characters.
This was a great story and was very entertaining. Once I started I couldn’t put it down. The chemistry between the hero and heroine is sizzling hot. I would recommend this to anyone that loves a great love story.
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I am always happy when someone I know tells me, “Hey, I’m writing a book.” I love reading books by new authors. My Salvation by Ms. Dare is no exception. This debut novel has a lot of levels to the storyline. I find her characters likeable and loveable, especially Owen. Some have said that he is too good to be true, but I read books to find men unlike the ones in my life. Reading is my salvation and characters like Owen are my escape. If I want true to my real life characters, I’ll watch my husband sleep on the couch.
This is a little different second chance romance, since Cali and Owen never really got their first chance. While the two youngsters grew up together, their friendship was the most important thing. Owen took a chance by giving her a kiss right before she left for college. From that moment on he knew she was his destiny. Cali went to college, and Owen made himself a success, partly to give Cali the life he wanted with her. Circumstances bring them together at the family cabins years later.
My Salvation is a story about two young friends who drifted apart, before they could act on their feelings, that reconnect as adults. The heat between them made mere friendship impossible. Both were constantly thinking about what could be. They quickly fall into their relationship unaware of outside forces trying to disrupt their lives. Will the fire fizzle out under pressure?
I will be honest here as a first book its good. I anticipated more intensity. I read Persuading Him before this book (also by Michelle Dare). The Heiress series brings it all and then some. If like me you weren’t as excited by this book, please do yourself a favor and pick up Persuading Him and Needing Him. They are much better examples of Michelle’s work.
Growing up 10 years ago as neighbors at the lake and lifelong friends, they’ve harbored feelings for each other but never acted on them. They find themselves neighbors at the same time again. In this great smooth flowing plot i found my self engaged in some steamy sex, plot twists from a past, and turmoil as great supporting characters are added in. An enjoyable standalone and start to a series.
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I was hooked, had some great steamy between the sheets moments, twist and turns to really be able sink in one sitting.
First book in the ‘Salvation’ series and it is a fantastic and emotionally deep romance; a really outstanding and intriguing read! Superbly written with a real sit on the edge of your seat storyline that is witty, funny, and action-packed with violent suspense, twists, attempted murder, and a whole lot of crazy. Amazing and loveable characters … the chemistry between Cali and Owen is potent, hot, and off the charts. It is a really exciting, enjoyable read and comes highly recommended. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Caliana and Owen grew up spending summers on the beach. Owen always had a crush on Cali but never acted on it for fear of being rejected. Now they are older and know what they want out of life. When their relationship takes a more intimate turn his ex tries to come back into the picture. When Owen rejects her, incidents start to happen to Cali leaving everyone to think that there is a threat to her safety. Will Owen and his security team be able to find the threat and keep her safe?
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This sweet read was a real joy to read! The storyline was well written and the characters were very likable and engaging! I look forward to reading more from this author!
Yet another great book by Michelle Dare!
I loved the storyline and the chemistry between Owen and Caliana. Loved the ambiance of the book. Will definitely check out her other books.
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Wow, what a wonderful book .. Everything is clearly told and reads wonderfully. The chemistry between Owen and Cali is wonderful and really comes from the pages … in well described hot scenes. The other characters also come into their own. From me 5 stars .. I think this book is definitely worth it. On to the next part .. joepie
Great read, Cali and Owen meet up after a few yrs of not seeing each other. Once upon a time they were best friends who had secret crushes on each other. Owen the Owner of a major yacht building company, Cali just quit her job, such a perfect time for them to start over and build a relationship. But Cali seems to of picked up a stalker along the way, she is being tormented and all her stuff is being ruined. Scared with no where else to go , Owen takes care of her. These two burned up the pages on my ereader.
I received this book as a gift for a honest review.
I really liked this book, I think it’s every girls fantasy, quit the job you hate, go on holiday, find the love of your life and be happy. Well I would love that to happen to me so getting into this book was not hard for me at all :), but in all books it’s not easy to get that happy ending.
This is the first book by Michelle dare that I have read and won’t be the last. This book had everything love, lots of sex, a guy being a hero and Prince Charming, a bit of suspense.
If you want a book that’s easy to read, the characters are fantastic, the story is great, keeps you interested. Then give this book a ago, it’s fast paced from the start and you get sucked in straight away.
This is an amazing story by the debut author Michelle Dare! She has done a beautiful job of bringing these characters to life on the pages.
Cali and Owen have known each other forever. They left home and chose different paths but fate and destiny are determined to run their paths right into each other.
The chemistry and undeniable attraction between this couple is electric. This book had everything that you crave from a tale! We are introduced to lost love that is found, romance, sizzling sexual chemistry, mystery, intrigue, and an amazing supporting cast. It is beautifully written and told. The characters are well defined and you can’t help but fall in love with them.
I can not wait to read the next book in this series. I am so looking forward to each member of this supporting cast getting their story told.
I was gifted this book by the author for an honest review.
~~Michele McMullen~~
As my first Michelle Dare book, I have to say this book was fun and sweet at points and had some good suspense twists too it. I enjoyed the banter, the intrigue as well as the steamy moments. Cali doesn’t take things lying down which I found refreshing in a heroine. Owen, is your gruff, take charge alpha male. What I really loved about Owen was the fact that yes he had money, but he didn’t flaunt it, or make a point he had it. Just that he would use it when it came to people he cared about he most to keep them safe.
I think my only qualm about this book is the fact that Owen and Cali fell into this relationship totally wham bam thank you ma’am. Sure they had known each other for years prior but shared one kiss but it was 10 years ago. Though it is true that love has no time limit etc. I am looking forward to the next book in the series very much!
4 Second Chance Stars!!
This is Michelle Dare debut book and I am really looking forward to her next book. Michelle gave us a book about a couple who grew up together at their families summer cottages. Their last night together they shared an insanely hot kiss and haven’t seen each other in 10yrs. Now, it’s like a high school reunion with the actual high school.
Caliana AKA Cali and her boyfriend have had a bad break up and she hates her job. She needs to just get away for a little while. She walks into her boss says “I quit” walked out and went to the only place that makes for really at peace. Her Aunt Rhea left her the cabin after she passed away. That is where she’s going to relax and figure out whats next.
First night there Cali has a blast from the past when Owen Matthews shows up. Owen himself is beyond shocked to have his love there in front of him. Owen bought a small company that builds boats. Own has turned it around into a multi million company. They make yachts. And, he’s the best around. He has more money then anybody can imagine. But, he works so much that his personal relationship is lacking. He’s working so much relationships aren’t a priority for him at the moment.
Owen and Cali couldn’t believe the other one was there. They picked up right where they left off. Except this time they were going to go with their feelings. Esp Owen he would let her know exactly how he felt.
Things between Owen & Cali got pretty serious, hot very fast. But, then things got dangerous for Cali. Somebody started targeting Cali. Owen took extra measures to keep Cali no matter what. These 2 would take 10 steps forward and something would happen and there went 5 steps backwards. It was a race to figure out who was after Owen & Cali before someone got seriously hurt or worse!!
All in all this was a good book and it kept my interest. Michelle always kept me surprised and I never knew what was coming next. Owen really was the perfect man. He’d do anything to keep Cali safe. No matter is what. He also always let her know she was his #1 for everything. Cali was his and he wasn’t afraid to let her and everyone else know. Owen also treated all his workers and security team like family. He is an all around great guy. Cali I really liked too. But, I didn’t like how whatever Owen said she did or went along with. I felt like for someone who wanted to be independent she wasn’t after he came around. Other then that I am very excited to see what she comes out with next.