Rule #1: Do not fall for your brother’s best friend.Rule # 2: Absolutely do not fall for your brother’s best friend.Rule # 3: Don’t break the rules. ShayJackson Stone is hot—like burn-down-buildings kind of hot. He’s also my brother’s best friend, and the memory of one kiss with him years ago still might get to me. Maybe. But, I am not looking for a second chance.When I return to the small town … looking for a second chance.
When I return to the small town of Stolen Hearts Valley, my life is a hot mess. I’m a few bucks shy of broke with nowhere else to go. My heart’s battered and bruised, and when it comes to romance, the door is nailed shut.
But Jackson’s the kind of man women ruin panties over. Oh, and he’s my roommate. Talk about too close for comfort.
When I’m at my most vulnerable, he pulls that whole knight-in-shining-armor thing. What can I say? He’s near impossible to resist.
Jackson
Shay Martin is my best friend’s little sister. And she’s so hot she nearly sets me on fire.
She’s a walking complication, and I don’t do complications. But I can’t seem to stay away from her. It doesn’t help that her bedroom is across the hall from mine.
Every look, every kiss, every touch nearly brings me to my knees. I can’t keep my balance, much less think. Before I know it, I’ll do anything for her.
*This is a full-length standalone romance with a guaranteed happily-ever-after.
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Loved it !
I enjoyed reading this book!
This is a really sweet story of falling in love with your big brother’s friend and dealing with a lot of emotional baggage from an abusive relationship. Shay and Jackson have lots of chemistry and there are lots of great secondary characters that I can’t wait to read more about. I look forward to the rest of the series.
Oh boy! I can see this series becoming one of my favorites. I absolutely love any new book JH writes and this one was no exception. It is definitely a must read from me. I loved every thing about this story.
I voluntarily reviewed this after receiving a free copy.
This is my first book by J.H. Croix but certainly won’t be my last! I loved it! Shay and Jackson are amazing! I loved everything about it.
Shay is trying to start out fresh after she was barely able to get out of a physical and emotionally abusive relationship, with her life intact. She is staying with childhood friends Ash and Jackson. Jackson is a former combat war veteran who returned home with physical and emotional damage after his platoon was attacked. He and his sister now run the family animal sanctuary and resort. Sparks fly between Jackson and Shay the first day she arrives. They try to deny the attraction but it is just too strong. Will they be able to work through all of their past trauma in order to give their future a chance? I adored this story and this couple! I’m so glad that J.H. Croix shines a light on the subject of domestic violence. Thanks so much for a book that really touched my heart.
4.5 Stars
This is book one in the Swoon series and it features Jackson and Shay. She needs a place to lick her wounds. Recovering from a very public and abusive relationship, she’s going to her childhood friend’s ranch. Her brother’s best friend just happens to run this ranch. He just happens to be burn-down-the-building SEXY! They both have their own PTSD to deal with and don’t think either are ready for anything more than a little fun. The sex is ridiculously hot and Jackson is deliciously alpha. Can they overcome all they’ve been through to find happiness together?
The story is slow, in a good way, and deliciously steady. The characters are all fantastic and well developed. I look forward to reading more in this superb series.
I really enjoyed J.H.’s Into the Fire Series so I was excited to start this one. This Crazy Love is a very sweet and sexy read!
Shay moves back to her hometown after a horrible experience in the love department. She is trying to heal her broken soul so a new love is out of the question; but what happens when her brother’s best friend comes to her rescue time and time again? Is it too much for her to handle or is he the exact thing her soul needs to heal?
Jackson’s soul is just as damaged; which is why he doesn’t do relationships. Except he can’t get Shay out of his mind, no matter what he tries to do! Will he be able to figure out two broken souls can help each other heal before it’s too late??
This Crazy Love is a fun, sweet, quick read. I can’t wait to see what the next book has to offer!!
This well written storyline will have the readers feeling so many emotions. Both characters have tragic pasts and don’t think they are good enough. Shay had a crush on Jackson and even had a kiss years ago. She only has $50 to her name and needed to get away from her devestating past that almost killed her. She needs to overcome the trauma and get her back to life. She lost her parents when they were killed by a tornado while on vacation. Jackson was overseas in the military when his dad died of a heart attack. He came home to take over the family farm with his sister. Jackson is a veternarian and first responder along with his sister Ash. The farm was transformed into an upsale wilderness adventure lodge with a restaurant, a veternary clinic and rescue program.
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Shay has been through a lot. She coming out of an abusive relationship and head to her Jackson’s farm to regroup. Jackson is Shay’s brother’s friend. Jackson is sweet and nice. He’s definitely swoon worthy. There’s a connection between Shay and Jackson. Shay is leery of falling in love because of her past. There was at least one time that I wish I could just shake some sense into Shay. This one is a nice sweet read.
I always look forward to a book by JH Croix. Even if I receive an ARC, I always buy the book because this author is a keeper. An automatic one-click for me. I realized this story moved slowly even though the attraction between Jackson and Shay was electric and intense! Shay had been in an abusive relationship where her boyfriend had almost killed her, outside, where a bystander had caught it on video! The guy was the son of a prominent politician but even that couldn’t keep him out of prison when a couple weeks after he assaulted Shay, he also committed a DUI where people were killed. Good riddance. But Shay’s life was scrutinized and judged, plus she was brutalized and demoralized. Jackson, a friend of Remy, Shay’s brother, and his sister, a friend of Shay’s, agreed to take her home to their ranch operation where they ran a vet practice, an animal reascue, an adventure lodge/resort, and a people rescue. There was definitely enough work to keep Shay busy if she wanted to help. What she and Jackson hadn’t foreseen was to get socked in the heart with overwhelming feelings!!! Were either of them ready? What’s that phrase? The heart wants what the heart wants. I’m not sure either Jackson or Shay believed that!!! Read this captivating story. The author handles the devastating subject of abuse with compassion so we, the readers, understand the trauma and what can happen when ignorant people and caring people assess the same situation. Can’t wait for the next book in this exciting new series!!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This Crazy Love is a great read; intriguing,interesting,emotional,touching and steamy. a story of Jackson and Shay two broken soul found love in each other,loved it! its hard to put it down,great book to start the series,i cannot wait for the next one! well done! I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Strong Storyline a Must Read
The author wrote an amazing storyline about rehabilitation. Rehab of two legged and four legged. The two legged were the main characters Shay and Jackson. Shay had left the area and married a man who ended up being an abuser. After an horrific ordeal she came to live on childhood friend’s’ farm of siblings, Ash and Jackson. Ash was off following a Rodeo Star and Jackson (felt broken due to his military career) was running the ranch which was turned into an animal rescue farm that treats and rehabilitates them. Jackson was also Shay’s brother’s best friend so there’s that whole bro bond. But there is an attraction and they must make a decision while working with animals.
At the end of the book the author has included a wonderful note about Shay and abuse. She also included a list of resources on domestic violence and abuse. Kudos to the author for doing this.
I received this ARC from “Bad Boy Update” for my honest review so I’m leaving this for your consideration. Peace.
Well worth reading!
Shay was just getting over an abusive relationship that nearly killed her. Her boyfriend ended up in prison. Now she just needed a place to get her life back together. Her friend Ash offered her a place to stay. But she had forgotten how good her brother looked.
A very good story about two people working their problems out.
I received a free ARC copy in exchange for a fair and honest review.
This Crazy Love, a Swoon series book by J.H. Croix is everything the blurbs promise. Shay is the sister of Remy from Crash and Burn. We have moved from Alaska to the Southeast. Jackson is Remy’s best friend. Shay has been through a lot, most especially an abusive boyfriend, who has left her life in tatters. Remy just wants her to be safe. Since he can’t see to it, his best friend Jackson seems like the perfect adjunct. It was not supposed to be a job, just a refuge but soon Jackson has things for her to do. It’s not too long before chemistry takes over despite Shay’s bad experience and Jackson’s PTSD.
This book is a hot romance, just like all of Croix’ books. It couldn’t be more perfect. It hits on hot button topics in today’s world and makes them so real that if you don’t have direct experience, you do now. Shay starts off broken and the reader can feel it, but as she slowly comes back to herself, she makes your day. Jackson is strong and tough and afraid of how Remy will react. These men. They know what they are doing so they can’t have that happen to their sister…makes you laugh. This is totally a character driven book and it couldn’t be better. Since romance has a foregone outcome, it is the journey that makes or breaks the book. The journey was fabulous. Can’t wait for her next book! I recommend this book. Not only that, but I suggest that you go back and read all her books. You will not regret it.
I was given a free ARC of This Crazy Love. All opinions expressed herein are my own. #jhcroix
Shay has come home to the Blue Ridge Mountains to regroup after a beating by her ex landed her in the hospital and her ex in jail. Shay jumps at the chance to get away from all the press and speculation surrounding her, her ex, and what happened the night he attacked her. Jackson is ex-military who came home to run the family farm and business after his father passed away. Jackson has his own baggage from his time in the military and doesn’t need any complications in his life. One look at Shay, and Jackson knows she is a complication he needs to stay away from. Shay and Jackson try to ignore their attraction to each other, but Shay wants to push her bad memories of sex and her ex away and knows Jackson is the only man she trusts who can help her. The chemistry between Jackson and Shay is explosive. Can Shay and Jackson keep their relationship to just a fling, or will feelings get in the way? Can Shay and Jackson move past their issues and find they are stronger together than apart? How will Remy react when he learns about Jackson and Shay? Will Shay realize she is stronger than she thinks? Can Shay and Jackson find their happily ever after? I loved This Crazy Love by J.H. Croix! Jackson and Shay’s story is full of blazing hot chemistry, emotions, humorous, and sweet. This Crazy Love will hook the reader from the beginning to the end. Amazing first book in the Swoon Series by J.H. Croix. J.H. Croix is a MUST read author for this reader. I would highly recommend getting This Crazy Love and can’t wait for the next book in the Swoon Series. I received an ARC of this book from Bad Boy Update, and I am leaving my honest review.
What is it with Ms. Croix’s protagonists that make you instantly fall in love with them?
Both characters, Shay and Jackson, are tough but compassionate, adorable and hot and I fell in love with them on the very first page… They are just swoon worthy!
Their story is captivating and exciting and the chemistry between them almost set my kindle on fire…
I admire the way Ms Croix has addressed the issue of abuse and integrated it into this phenomenal story!!
I loved this book and I can not wait for more in this new series! A fantastic series starter!