I don’t believe in love, fate, or second chances. But Roderick Payne just might make me a believer.Years ago, his stunning betrayal shattered my heart. Unexpectedly, he comes to my rescue, leaving me no choice but to accept the help he’s offered.When we’re forced to share a room, more than just secrets are revealed in the dark. Old flames reignite and scars finally heal. But even after truths are … after truths are told, there is still one more secret I have to share.
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“When one door of happiness closes, another opens; but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one which has been opened for us.”
― Helen Keller
Reluctant to love was a great story of heartbreak and love and how the universe will throw you for a loop. I was amazed at how Rebecca Gallo wrote Eleanore and Roderick’s story that was filled with passion while trying to find that second chance that we may not always get in life.
Eleanore is at the end of her rope and is hoping this chance meeting will be the change she needs but soon her world is thrown into the most cosmic loop ever. Can she trust again and let the one man she has ever truly loved back in? Or will she be blown away like a comet hurtling through space?
Roderick has it made or so he thinks, but soon he will have the chance to prove himself and maybe get the second chance he thinks he deserves. Can he prove and be the man that she needs or will he fall into the abyss not knowing what he was truly missing?
You know what reeeeeeally makes me happy?
This book. This story. This is what makes me reeeeeeally happy.
4.5 ‘blow my new-to-me-author expectations out of the water’ Stars
Their relationship was built on secrets. Secrets Roderick withheld from Eleanor who was his ghostwriter on what was to become a best seller. What Eleanor didn’t relise was that once those secrets were discovered her life was about to change forever. That was four years ago.
Eleanor has been slowly trying to rebuild her writing career, and has a meeting with a agent who appears will help her to kickstart her career.
What Eleanor wasn’t expecting was to be drawn back into Roderick’s world and as the secrets are revealed their lives once again are brought back together.
A lovely second chance romance about how once the truth is revealed it becomes clear that they truly believe in love above all.
This is my first book I’ve read of Ms. Gallo’s and I can definitely tell you I’m not disappointed in the least. This is a story of second chances. Roderick made a few very bad choices 5 years ago, and even though he feels incredible guilty over his choices he has zero regrets. His Choices however have made a great impact on Eleanor. When he learns that Ellie is going to be at the same convention as he is, he begins to take matters into his own hands. He quickly realizes that he has his work cut out for him. Ellie has walls made of steel guarding her heart. She isn’t going to be made a fool of twice because of this man. But when she’s suddenly called to return home Roderick knows his time is nearly up…somehow he has to convince her to let him go home with her. Their second chance after all is written in the Stars…
I absolutely loved this book. It was a very quick read with little drama. Roderick and Ellie’s Love is undeniable and very steamy. I’m so glad that these two characters were able to act like adults and didn’t hold out for revenge or try to hurt each other and the love Roderick shows Ellie is so beautiful. Again I loved this novel and look forward to the next in this series
The characters Eleanor and Roderick work very well together. Eleanor and Roderick have a history together. They need to realize they deserve a second chance and come to terms with what they are missing out on.
Eleanor is attending a convention where she is hoping to make her dreams a reality, but it is quite possible that fate has other plans. Is it possible that Roderick knew that his first love would be there? Can the two of them work out the secrets they both have? Will they get the second chance they deserve?
This is my first book by Rebecca Gallo. I loved it!! The emotions jump off the page. It’s a page turner I couldn’t put down. I highly recommend this book.
Fast sweet read
I love second chance romances and this one sweet and sexy. Roderick not only broke Eleanor’s heart he demolished it. Now he’s ready for his second chance. Only thing secrets broke them apart now will secrets keep them apart?
Cute, sweet sexy little read. It’s very fast pace and easy to stay engrossed in. It’s entertaining and the characters are fantastic. Really enjoyed it.
*Review by Michelle
Your life written in the stars! Debra @ Janise’s Jivin’ Book Blog
Secrets never bode well for a relationship. Our characters both had/have them and when they come back together the sparks are still there but so are some secrets.
Ellie and Roderick come back together and are given a second chance to do things right. They still have chemistry and some secrets to share but if they can learn from the past then their future will be bright.
I love how the horoscopes played into the story and Ellie’s mom was a hoot. I love when supporting characters truly do add to a story in such a fun way.
It was a good paced read that made for an excellent second chance at love story.
Amazing! I loved Ellie’s mom because she sounds like me, looking towards the stars, crystals, tarots, in order to find answers. She always got them too. It helped Ellie follow her heart even though she was hurting. I love that Roderick doesn’t waste any time in trying to get Ellie to be his again. The story is heartbreaking but so real. You can’t help who you fall in love with and if they’re the ones for you, you do what you can to get them back.
I love cute stories like this one – especially when they are delivered by new-to-me author (happy sigh). Roderick and Ellie (who’s Aquarius like me :D) have a troubled past and they definitely deserved a second chance. This story had me laughing out loud and it had me rooting for Ellie to let Roderick in. I even loved the drama surrounding Roderick and that Ellie didn’t let it get to her and decided to put her trust in him.
Perfect start to this series and now I’m more than ready to meet the next new-to-me author to blow me away like Rebecca Gallo did.
***Review copy requseted and reviewed on behalf of OMGReads Blog***
Although a novella, this story did not lack on anything and did not feel rushed. I just love this couple! I love second chance stories but what I love about Ellie and Roderick is that unlike other couples I’ve read in other books, they actually communicate and while Ellie is careful, she doesn’t try to act like she hates him or tries to be tough. She’s real and so is Roderick. The passion is hot, there are twists and turns, secrets, and of course a HEA. Plus, Roderick is sexy as hell yet so sweet. This is my first book from this author and now I look forward to reading her other books.
*ARC provided for my honest review*