Tessa Day had clung to the notion of a once-in-a-lifetime love for as long as she couldremember. Then one chance encounter led her to the man of her dreams. After awhirlwind romance that could only be described as something out of a fairytale, shegave her heart to her other half, only to have him throw it back like it meant nothing.Bryce Dixon was known as the care-free funny guy with a heart of … funny guy with a heart of gold. But it was all a
façade. For more than ten years, he’d been holding on to guilt that was slowly eating
him alive. He blamed himself for things in his past, and as punishment for his sins, he
walked away from the only woman he’d ever loved.
But when Tessa shows up in Hope Valley, Bryce begins to think that maybe he’s been
given a second chance. However, when danger comes calling, he soon discovers he’s in
for the fight of his life. Not only does he have to protect the woman who holds his heart,
but he also has to convince her that he can get things right the second time around.
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GAH!!! I love Hope Valley and wish I could be a fictional character just to live there. Bryce is my new favorite hero of this story. I felt all the feels and my heart thumped when he and Tessa were in the room together. I loved visiting my favorite town and old friends. I was excited that we get to meet new characters that move into Hope Valley.
I was devouring each word and was connected to these characters. I could not put this book down and I know you won’t be able as well!! 5 Star read <3
5 Their Lives Come Full Circle Stars!!!
Once again, Ms. Prince has written a story that took a hold of my heart and didn’t let go until the very end…and if I’m being really honest, I’m still thinking about Tessa and Bryce!! I’ve been waiting for Bryce’s story to see exactly what’s behind the shadows we see in his eyes and the wait has been worth it!!
Tessa and Bryce met several years ago while they’re both in Vegas doing what people in Sin City do…making memories to last a lifetime. However, all the plans that are made in the heat of the moment didn’t go exactly as planned. Fast forward ten years and Tessa finds herself in Hope Valley to head up Hope House little does she know that her past will soon be crashing right in front of her face!!
Tessa struck a chord in my heart with everything that happened to her growing up. There were moments in this book that I had tears streaming down my face as each of her very protected layers start be peeled away. The last thing she was looking for was love and especially with the man that’s held her heart for all these years. As for Bryce, he didn’t necessarily like the fact that Tessa was in his town, but, he sure was going to try and get his second chance with her even if he didn’t feel like he deserved it.
The ties that bind both of them together are as strong today as they were all those years ago. Difference is, that both their hearts are guarded and they both have things they need to get done. Tessa is making a difference for all the kids at Hope House because she understands exactly how they feel. There’s a one girl in particular, Charity that has touched Tessa in ways she wasn’t expecting and she definitely keeps Tessa on her toes!!
As Bryce and Tessa spend more time with each other, some of it forced because of happenings around Hope Valley and most of it because the chemistry between them is still burning hot. I loved these two together so much. They’re both broken on the inside and when they’re together there’s a healing that’s taking place. They’re both able to start to trust someone else with their deepest fears and secrets and know that it won’t change how they feel.
I love how the story comes together and Tessa and Bryce find a peace and happiness that’s been missing for so many years. All the people of Hope Valley prove once again why this is the best place to live. While they’ve not all related by blood, their ties to each other are stronger than DNA and I so wish I could live in Hope Valley! This series just keeps getting better and better and I’m so happy that I once again got to visit one of my favorite towns in this fabulous bookworld!
Wow, I know some of you must think, #7 how could Jessica Prince keep this story going? Please put away your fears, every story has been treasure to behold, an intricate piece to this endearing community. The Second Time Around includes not only the passion of romance but also the love and support of family, friends and community. In The Second Time Around we are introduced to Tessa, a woman who found love while on vacation after graduating college. Sadly this love only resulted in the breaking of her heart and so her career became her focus. She has worked diligently to help those in the foster system achieve the life and happiness they so richly deserve. It is her career that has brought her to Hope Valley. It is also where she runs into the man who broke her heart so many years ago. Bryce is part of the Alpha and Omega security team but what his fellow employees and friends don’t know is that he holds a secret from ten years ago. A secret that involves the newest resident of Hope Valley. Second chances aren’t always easy and you have to work for forgiveness and trust. I am in love with this story not only for the romance but also for the second chance stories of those in the foster care system who need to find the acceptance and love of those around them.
Wow, I know some of you must think, #7 how could Jessica Prince keep this story going? Please put away your fears, every story has been treasure to behold, an intricate piece to this endearing community. The Second Time Around includes not only the passion of romance but also the love and support of family, friends and community. In The Second Time Around we are introduced to Tessa, a woman who found love while on vacation after graduating college. Sadly this love only resulted in the breaking of her heart and so her career became her focus. She has worked diligently to help those in the foster system achieve the life and happiness they so richly deserve. It is her career that has brought her to Hope Valley. It is also where she runs into the man who broke her heart so many years ago. Bryce is part of the Alpha and Omega security team but what his fellow employees and friends don’t know is that he holds a secret from ten years ago. A secret that involves the newest resident of Hope Valley. Second chances aren’t always easy and you have to work for forgiveness and trust. I am in love with this story not only for the romance but also for the second chance stories of those in the foster care system who need to find the acceptance and love of those around them.
I’ve really enjoyed the Hope Valley series, and it was great catching up with the gang. I loved both Tessa and Bryce. They are both the best kind of people, and it was gratifying to see them finally get their HEA the second time around. I will admit that I wanted to smack them both upside the head more than once, but I guess that speaks to what a great writer Ms. Prince is–I was really engrossed with the characters and felt the frustration of their emotionally charged decisions. I won’t tattle on what they did to frustrate me because I don’t want to give anything away in this one. As a native Houstonian, I was a little taken aback by the Houston bashing that surfaced a few times in this one, and then I laughed as I remembered why I moved out of the city. 😉 I loved the teaser for the next book: Leo and Dani, I hope. And I am anxiously awaiting Hunter’s book as well.
So many deep feelings for this series!
This is definitely a go-to author for me, and this series totally hooked me from the very beginning!
Every single character, every plot, every feeling that the story evokes from me, all of that are so beautifully constructed. How could I not love this series.
We’ve met Bryce earlier and we saw a lot of him in Out Of The Darkness. I was so excited for his story, and I was not left disappointed at all.
This is a gripping second chance romance about him and the woman he loved but felt he had to left behind – Tessa.
They both had their own kind of baggage and grief to deal with, and maybe for that or for something even bigger, they connected so intensely, so beautifully.
Watching them overcome their issues (towards each other and the personal ones) was a sight to behold. Their growth and willingness to start over and aknowledge their undenying feelings were inspiring.
And in their journey, they were gifted not only with a second chance, but also with wonderful people that became part of their lives and potentially part of their futures.
This author’s hability to write deep and meaningful stories with a touch of humor and so much loyalty gets to me every time.
I can’t say this enough: this is one of my favorite series ever!
This series keeps getting better and better
And ley me just say those Alpha Omega men aren’t just handsome as all get out, but they really know how to treat the ladies in their lives.
When I first started Bryce and Tessa’s book I loved Bryce, but then I started to really not like him…I mean AT. ALL!!! But Tessa she was the best. First of all I loved her back story. ** Spoiler free review**
She is just one amazing lady. Then after Bryce told his story. I knew he was cool. My heart brone for both charterers, You just have to read this book to understand
***5 ‘My Other Half. My Heart and Soul’ Stars***
I DEVOURED this baby.
Absolutely DEVOURED it.
Which in my world is a wonderful thing that I was engrossed in everything that was Tessa, Bryce and the Hope Valley crew that I couldn’t put the book down…but considering I was/am supposed to be doing that #workthing…OOPS *shrugs*
But, seriously. This book, these characters, just do me in everytime. The dopey, cheek hurting grin definitely happened as well as the swoons and getting all kinds of twitterpated. There were also quite a few moments that had me going “Oh…okay…mmmm” But all of them kept me turning the pages and wishing there were more when I hit ‘The End’
I ADORED Tessa and Bryce. Tessa is sweet, sassy and compassionate. I loved her passion for job and doing all she could to make a difference and I loved watching her go to bat, not only for herself, but for those she called her own. Bryce. This man. He is all kinds of sweet, protective, charming as all get out alpha goodness, but OMG…the man had me wanting to Gibbs smack him numerous times, even though I did understand the “whys” behind why his actions and thoughts.
I gotta say, their journey was all kinds of goodness. I know this was a second chance romance, but I didn’t see some of that coming. Not that it was a bad thing, because none of it was, it was surprising, but it all worked for me….You confused? Yeah, #sorrynotsorry you definitely need to go into this one as blind as possible to fully enjoy everything as it happens. But I will say, the second time around ~ when it finally happened ~ was awesome. Bryce and Tessa had such chemistry and flow that I was rooting for them from the start and loved how everything worked out for them in the end.
This baby was just all kinds of goodness and a great addition to an already awesome series. I loved catching up with the Hope Valley crew and getting to meet a whole slew of awesome new characters ~ who I am hoping we’ll see again at some point in the future *crosses toes* So, if you love a good second chance at romance story with just the right amount of drama to keep things interesting, but nothing OTT then this book, and series is an absolute must read!
~ Copy provided by LAwF & voluntarily reviewed ~