His job is to heal the broken…she may be what breaks him. JesseJesse Mathis’ life was in shambles. He lost the woman he loved just months before their wedding, his career as a surgeon was at an all time low, and his forbidden feelings for his best friend were growing more confusing by the day. Taking a step back from his once perfect life, Jesse makes a mistake that threatens to change his … his once perfect life, Jesse makes a mistake that threatens to change his future forever.
Forced to deal with the dark secrets that now threaten his happiness, can Jesse decide where his heart truly lies? And will admitting his feelings destroy the only safe thing he has in his life: the girl who’s always had his back?
Quinn
Quinn Reynolds has her life together.
Sure, Jesse thinks she is against all forms of commitment, but Quinn knows the truth: she can’t commit to anyone as long as she still loves him.
When one mistake changes Jesse’s future forever, Quinn must decide whether she can love him through it or if she will have to finally move on.
And, when another woman with a surprising connection to Jesse comes into the picture, everything Quinn thought she knew about her best friend is called into question.
With dark secrets and revelations that will change everything coming to light, will Jesse and Quinn make it through with their life, friendship, and, most importantly, their hearts in tact?
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The healer was such a good read, I so loved Quinn, she was so full of spunk and was truly an awesome friend to Jesse. Seeing these two together pulled at my hear strings. I highly recommend this book and series.
Kiersten Modglin is such an awesome author. I have truly enjoyed each of her books and stories. She knows how to pull her readers in the books and make them feel like they are living the story with the characters.
OMG! This totally blew me away! My first time reading this author and I am ready to buy up all the rest! This book had everything! Great characters, great plot, awesome twists that I did NOT see coming. I couldn’t put this book down, seriously! I read the entire thing in one day, did not skim through or skip ahead on any of it, which again, is not typical for me! This book is all consuming and I’m still reeling several days and books later! You MUST read this!
A story can be told in many ways but The Healer is original and well put together! I read a lot of books and never have I read a book written this way and so beautifully.
Jessie and Quinn have a childhood friendship that becomes more but not without a struggle and lots of intrigue mixed in to it. Their love is not easy and you find yourself in tears with the obstacles that keep getting put in their way.
I have to say this town is filled with so many secrets it is absolutely amazing! With this secret revealing book in the Messes series you will be sad when the book ends but ready to jump into the next. Kiersten has an original voice that should be heard!
The story of Jesse and Quinn was a truly remarkable novel. Their story consumed me and had me reading it straight through in one sitting. True to form, just as the reader thinks that they know the direction this author is taking the story, she manages to twist it around and throw the reader off kilter. The impressive plotline, well written characters and dual point of views made for a really enjoyable read.
Book 2 in The Messes series picks up exactly where book 1 The Cleaner left off. Jesse is left heartbroken after Reagan left him for Gunner. But hey, he can’t blame her. Gunner was the love of her life and the father of her sweet daughter. But it seems as if things are just going downhill for him.
After losing a patient Jesse turns down his best friend, Quinn’s offer to hang out and instead goes to a bar. But when a one night stand with an older woman ends with a broken condemn, he doesn’t know just how messed up his life is going to be.
Quinn has been Jesse’s best friend since they were little. She has loved him since the first day they met. She has had to watch Jesse with woman after woman. And when Reagan broke his heart this time, she was there to pick up the pieces.
The night of Reagan’s wedding something changed. Changed in Jesse and Quinn. He began to notice what he has not noticed before. Why has he not noticed before that Quinn is sexy and beautiful? That she has always been there for him, by his side for everything in his life. Can he convince her that a change may not be bad? Can Quinn give in and risk losing Jesse?
What they don’t know is that all of this will be tested? Their feelings for one another will be exposed. Secrets that were deep and buried will be revealed. Will they be able to hold on to the friendship they hold so dear? Or will death claim one of them?
This second installment was an edge of the seat read. It was more twisted than the first book. Wow!! What an intense read. I have to say that I loved this story better than book 1. Hands down!! Oh the webs that were woven in this book. I was floored.
Quinn and Jesse are amazing and strong characters. In book one you get a glimpse of who Jesse is, but you really get to know his person in this second book. I am impressed by him. He is strong and sweet. A caring man who always wants to do right by others and always puts others before himself. Especially with Reagan. He only wants her find happiness. Quinn is a tough cookie. She is really thrown to the wolves in this book, but she stands tall with her head held high.
Overall this book is amazing. It is full of suspense, thrills, chills, danger and love. It has so many twists and turns that it will make your head spin. And let’s not forget the final twist that has a “I did not see that coming” moment. And boy will that moment make your jaw drop and go “Oh Shit”. This is a page turner that you will not want to put down. From the very first page it will grab your attention, an intense read that is full of drama. Once again this author has blown my mind with her thrilling story. I really don’t know if she can top this book. I wish I could give it more than 5 stars because it really deserves it.
So if you haven’t read this series, I highly suggest you do. If you like twisted tales of romance. Then this book is up your alley. You don’t have to read the first one to enjoy the second one, but you will be glad you did.
*ARC provided by Kiersten Modglin
That was MIND BOGGLING!!!!
We first met Jesse in The Cleaner. Don’t worry you dont HAVE to read it but seriously your missing out. Anywho this is Jesse’s story and it will blow your mind. Can a guy and a girl be just best friends? Feelings are a funny thing and its about to be thrown into the mix.
I thought this book was just going to be a simple best friend to lovers book but NOPE! Kiersten will throw you for a loop and it is well worth reading. Don’t miss out on The Healer!
Ok. Where to begin.
If you’ve read The Cleaner, then it’s time to move onto The Healer. You don’t necessarily have to read The Cleaner, but some crossover characters will make more sense.
I had no idea who I was reading about until I was about 20% into it and the DUH light turned on. Haha.
Jesse is a well-known doctor who is struggling to get over his ex Reagan. Quinn is his best friend and nurse who is there for him every step of the way.
Twist and turns in the book kept me on my toes. Just when I thought I had it figured out, the author throws in something I didn’t see coming and I wanted to throttle some of the sub-characters.
Jesse and Quinn are perfect together and I recommend this book to anyone who will listen. The author almost made me cry and I’m not a cryer, but there were tears forming. Tears of happiness and joy. So don’t wait, get your copy today!
This book was great. Jesse and Quinn’s story is one that will take your heart out and stomp on it, and put it back together again! Absolutely beautiful! I would give it 10 ’s if I could!
This suspenseful and captivating romantic story was entertaining, but got right to the heart of the characters and involved drama, intrigue, suspense, kidnapping, and passion that continue to keep you glued to the pages of this fascinating story. With a compelling storyline, secrets and lies, this book was well written by Kiersten Modglin. Kiersten presents one of the most unseemly potential love stories, and slowly takes you through so many heart wrenching emotions. This is the first time I read a book by Kiersten Modglin, but I assure you, it will not be the last. I have not read the first book yet, but this is a story about Jesse, the doctor, and Quinn, the nurse. Jesse and Quinn have been friends since they were kids—best friends! And they’ll never be anything more. Or at least, that is what Quinn keeps telling herself…. Quinn has been Jesse’s rock—always had his back and vice versa. Jesse has always been there for Quinn, and he was fiercely protective of her, but in a good way. Then something happened—a simple choice—a decision—it was complicated and it was also just the beginning. To Jesse, it was easier to pretend than knowing the truth that he and Quinn were still best friends—she was his girl and he was her boy. Because of that one incredible moment where Jesse’s secret is revealed and there’s staggering tension between he and Quinn… is the relationship ruined—did he lose Quinn? What is Jesse’s secret? Will Jesse be able to heal their relationship? Such a conundrum!! Read and see how things work out. Surprises!! This was an enjoyable read with interesting plot twists and turns and dialogue that makes it interesting. It will pique your interest and drawn you in.
This story was fantastic. Couldn’t put it down once I started it. The main characters were great together. I wish I could have that kind of relationship. The storyline was excellent. I wish it wouldn’t have ended. I highly recommend this book.
I also recommend The Closer by the same author.
Jesse and Quinn have been friends since they were in diapers. Working together at the same hospital, and spending time together each night, Jesse finds his feelings for Quinn changing. Throw in a huge life complication, which leads to the discovery of deep dark family secrets. Can Jesse and Quinn find their way through it? This story certainly had an original twist to it. Interesting story! This can be read as a stand alone, but it would be helpful to read book 1 to know how Reagan and Gunner fit in.
What can i say about this book.. Kiersten always knocks it out of the park with her writing skills. I can never get enough of her twists and turns!
This story is about Jesse (who we met in The Cleaner) and Quinn. Their story has been one of my favorites so far! Just when i thought i had it all figured out, BAM!
I couldn’t put it down until i had finished! You’ll devour this book in one sitting. Guaranteed!!! I seriously cannot wait for the next one!!!
Absolutely loved this book. Quinn and Jesse are my new favorite book couple. The chemistry was amazing. I love the twists that Kiersten put in there certainly kept me guessing the whole time. I definitely cannot wait for book 3.
Published: October 5, 2018
Kiersten Modglin
Kiersten Modglin is an award-winning author of bestselling psychological suspense novels. Kiersten lives in the rural Midwest with her husband, daughter, and their two Boston Terriers: Cedric and Georgie. She is best known for her unpredictable suspense, and her readers have dubbed her ‘The Queen of Twists.’
“Nobody flocks to the theater to watch a movie about great pals, though they might have the most amazing adventures. Friends can change your life, maybe even save your life if given a chance, but love…oh, the best kind of love…well, that might give you life.”
Jesse thought he had it all until his fiancé broke his heart. But he isn’t angry. He truly wants her to be happy. But now, the void in his heart leads him to a one-night mistake that leads to a surprise that will forever change his life. On top of that, he realizes that he might be in love with his best friend, Quinn. Now, Jesse and Quinn have to figure out just what happens next.
This was a ride. First, reading Jesse and Quinn’s story will melt your heart. If there is such a thing as perfection, here is it. It was wrapped in an enormously complex, wildly twisted tale. Second, power and small towns rarely go well together.
As secrets start to unravel, Jess and Quinn will be tested in more ways than one. With more twists than a heart can handle, oh my GOD KMod, this story is a wild ride from start to finish.
I love the way mess is used throughout this book. It ties the title in so beautifully, and I loved how to book one was intertwined into book two, just enough to keep it fresh. But also while presenting a completely new, absolutely devastating fresh story.
The characters in this book will absolutely take you through the range of emotions. You will fall in love; you will be angry, you will be devastated. This is a tangled web of old history intertwined with current happenings. This is the ultimate mix of the past forever haunting the future.
I could not read this story fast enough. I fell in love with Jesse and Quinn pretty much immediately. I loved them before they knew they loved each other. Also, they go swimming with sharks, which is on my bucket list. So that was an incredible scene.
You will literally feel your heart being constricted as you read this one. And KMod’s talent with words will gently shatter you in every possible way. Prepare yourself; The Healer is everything you want in a book.
This is book two in “The Messes” series. Although this can be read as a standalone I highly recommend you read book one “The Cleaner” as it’s just so good. This is Quinn and Jesse story.
We saw a glimpse of Jesse in “The Cleaner”. He was an obvious good guy, but that’s all we knew.
Jesse and Quinn are those friends that you just fall in love with and then yell at them for not being together because they’re so damn perfect together!
I was gripped from start to finish with this story. The twists and turns kept on coming. I was so glad Jesse got his happy ending.
I can’t wait for the rest of this series to see all of the twists and turns she gives us.
**I received this book as an ARC and in return gave my honest review**
Love that this author, and series, keeps you guessing until the end. Twists and turns you never see coming!! You never know which way these stories are going to end!! Recommend to everyone.
Life for Jesse is not easy and the start of the book just isn’t the greatest moment for him as a doctor. But, he gets through it and goes on a bumpy ride and that’s where the story really takes a turn for him. It’s a great read for this book and author for I loved the first book of this series as well.
I love the twists and turns in this series! Always keeping me guessing. Great writing and I can’t wait to read the next book!!
Mess is right. This author gives us what starts off as one thing but quickly escalates into so much more. They are best friends and that’s it. But the best of best friends books end in a hea with complications this can too right??!! Well of course it’s not going to be easy but I have to tell you the way this author puts a twist on things is a scary thing. It makes you think and go well??? Because you know deep in your heart that it’s possible. Yeah it isn’t pretty but somehow through it all and I do mean to imply it’s a whole lot because it is. It truly isn’t a pretty story that you rush to share but it’s one hell of a good story. Brace yourself pour a drink then settle on in for a read that will draw on your emotions while leaving you at times with your mouth gaped in shock. Absolutely loved it.
The author wasn’t kidding when she said Jesse’s life was in shambles. He lost the woman he thought he loved, lost a patient and made a dumb mistake afterwards. The one constant in his life is Quinn, his best friend. She’s been with him thru everything except the dumb mistake. This is when things get complicated. Jesse is trying to stand up and do the right thing but he doesn’t want to hurt Quinn. This is honestly when the story takes a weird and creepy turn. I must say I wasn’t expecting this at all. It was a head turner for sure. Jesse and Quinn handle it a lot better then I would. Their parents and their friends are awful people..I’m glad they got what they deserved.. they messed up a lot of people’s lives just because they weren’t like them. How awful is that? Anyway it was great to see Jesse find love again, stand up for what’s right and have a happy ever after or I at least hope so. Him and Quinn are perfect together.