Sometimes the greatest love comes in the middle of your life.Joe Rouger (Uncle Joe from the Until Series by Aurora Rose Reynolds) is ready for a woman who completes him. He finds what he’s looking for in a feisty Southern belle named Bernice Armstrong (Wallflower Series by CP Smith) The question is, can he leave his world behind for a chance at happiness? And if he does, can he keep Bernice away … if he does, can he keep Bernice away from outside sources that threaten to steal what he’s waited for his whole life: a soul mate he can live and die for!
Part of the Happily Ever Alpha World brought to you by Boom Factory Publishing LLC, Aurora Rose Reynolds, and Author CP Smith.
more
After reading Until Susan and freaking loving it, I had a mutual friend beg C.P. Smith for an ARC for me. Thank goodness Ms. Smith was flattered instead of feeling like she was being stalked and sent me one just in time for my road trip vacation.
As my husband drove us through Arkansas, Tennessee, North Carolina, and Kentucky, I tagged along with Joe as he traveled to South Carolina to get his woman. The only thing that could have made this more perfect is if my husband had agreed to my proposed change of plan and pointed our vehicle toward Tybee Island but no matter how much I begged, he wouldn’t go for it. Maybe next year.
The entire time I read Until Joe, I had to chuckle more than once at how Beatrice acted exactly like my husband’s sweet, adorable perfect Southern Belle of an aunt. What was so funny was that Aunt S is an octogenarian from North Carolina who definitely acts her age. But Beatrice was my age. I decided to chalk it up to her quirkiness and found it more endearing than anything. Picturing her in all her prim, proper glory hanging onto to Joe on the back of his bike ended up being one of my favorite things about the book.
Joe was everything I wanted him to be—a growly, rough around the edges, alpha to his bones with a mile wide protective streak. Yeah, that totally worked for me. I loved how once he got his facts straight he went after his boom with everything in him despite the big roadblock in the way.
The suspense in the book was tied up in Beatrice’s issues with her father. At one point, I thought things were fixing to go South on me and I was so bummed I actually put the book down. Fortunately, Ms. Smith surprised me and went a completely different and refreshing way that had me grinning from ear to ear and feeling a little guilty that I’d doubted her.
Until Joe was a fun, sexy, quirky read that made for the perfect vacation read. I don’t beg for books often (well, like at all), so I’m glad I stepped out of my comfort zone and… had my friend do it for me. LOL. It’s good she loves me.
Rating: 5 Good Friends Are The Best Stars
Joe is an older man looking for his forever woman. He meets Bernice and she’s the one for him. All the people trying to get in the way of their relationship will be swept aside. This couple sizzles so don’t let the middle age fool you. A good read.
I could go on and on (and on and on) about my total adoration for this story, but really, this is all you need to know:
Joe. (that’s it; ‘nuf said. simply Joe says EVERYTHING).
Sweet and sassy and adorable and wise Bernice (she melts me).
Devin (oh boy, I think I fell more in love with the man).
The Wallflowers (they make my heart smile huge).
Grab this story NOW and settle in for a hea that’ll pull at your heart-strings, that’ll fill you up with goodness, that’ll make you bite your nails and growl, that’ll make your breath catch, and that’ll make you want to immediately start a reread once “The End” is reached.
CP Smith does an amazing job tying her Wallflowers series into ARR’s Until series and breathing life into her characters and their world. You won’t want to miss out on this story!
I received a review copy before release for an honest review.
I have never read this author though I am a huge fan of the Until Series. This story takes us back into the past when Mike, Asher and November are working at the their Strip Club and Joe works alongside them. He goes away on vacation with his niece and that’s when he sees his Boom.
But things don’t go as planned and it takes him a year to reunite with his Boom. His Boom is from the Wildflowers series by the author and both characters are older which was very different they are in their 50’s. And they have a rocky road to romance and their forever.
One big issue is his Booms over protective daddy and the fact that they live in separate states.
This was a really fun story and I loved it. I loved that the characters were not spring chicken and much more mature. I loved this story so much I downloaded the Wallflowers Series to read as well. This is a longer story than a lot of these Kindle World books and I really enjoyed that it was a longer story and not capped at 100 pages like previous Kindle World novellas.
S
So good and so worth the wait! Bernice and Joe were awesome together. They had some uphill battles to face, but Joe never gave up. Great to see such a romantic story with folks out of their 30’s!
This is a new author to me, but without a doubt is now one of my favourite authors and will be added to my 1-click list. Joe is a silver tatted alpha fox, who is looking for the perfect woman to complete his life. When he hears Bernie laughing, he instantly knows she is the one for him. When fate brings the together, the chemistry between them is explosive. This is a beautifully written story with a tad drama and meddling children, which all leads to a wonderful masterpiece which had me totally captivated throughout this addictive page turner. I highly recommend for all.
This long awaited book by CP Smith was so worth the wait! Until Joe is part of not one, but two amazing series by two amazing authors, CP Smith and Aurora Rose Reynolds. The hero in this story is Joe Rouger, Uncle Joe to November Mayson in the Until series by Aurora Rose Reynolds. Bernice Armstrong happens to be the aunt to Calla Lilly who was part of CP Smith’s Wallflower series. To say I loved this book is such an understatement. Joe is the ultimate alpha male that I absolutely adore. He is a man who has lived an amazing life, he has two wonderful grown sons, an unconventional and successful job he has been proud of, and an active social life, but even with all that something has been missing. Then one summer he gets a glimpse of an angel from afar, and he knew what it was he had been seeking. Unfortunately, due to some wrong information, he had to let her go even before knowing who she was. It is now a year later, and once the truth is realized, uber alpha Joe is out to get his woman. What ensues is a whole lot of steamy encounters. Joe’s pursuit of Bernice is definitely fan worthy! Their first face to face encounter was off the charts on the hotness factor, gave me goosebumps for sure. Unfortunately it is not smooth sailings for these two, irritating obstacles from both sides definitely get in their way, but Joe is determined and Bernice knows not to take things at face value, talk about a strong southern belle!
I loved these two so much, and the appearance of the beloved characters from both series was an added treat. CP Smith is an author who I know will create amazing characters, with some intense heat and chemistry. Another fantastic book that I know I will be constantly re-reading in the future. A 5-star read!
I am have been waiting for Joe and his story and CP certainly did not disappoint !!! Considering so much that was going on in the authors life I am grateful and wowed by her words! Bring together people that are miles and worlds apart was spectacular . I had no idea how this was going to work but when you wait for that special someone anything is possible !! Bernice is a sassy sounthern belle and Joe is a alpha biker that runs a strip club …now that is quite a match to make !!! The moment he hears that smooth southern voice and boisterous laugh he is a goner !!!! When their eyes meet for the first time just knowing what is going through their heads is priceless . You are now well aware that you are in for the ride of your life with this couple !!! The supporting cast is outstanding and so entertaining ! I loved their world and everyone in it !!
~~Michele McMullen ~~
Oh Joe! Joe might be my favorite Until character right now. I haven’t read the Wallflower series but after reading this, I’ll be picking those up next. I love that Joe and Bernice are much older and have lived their own lives and raised children and are not in their formative years. They find each other and BOOM! There are obstacles in there but Joe doesn’t back down and boy is it hot when he can’t be bought. The shenanigans and comedy thrown in with Bernice’s niece and her friends just made the story even better. The angst had me at the edge of my seat and I couldn’t put it down until I was done. The Boom strike again! I also loved how Brandon meeting Aurora also crosses in here and we get to see more of November, Ash and their girls, and Mike and his family.
Until Joe is part of the Kindle Worlds: Happily Ever Alpha series. This book is by C.P. Smith. This is my very first book by her and I want to shout to the heavens that I am NOW a huge fan! Books like this are my addiction. Insta-love, Insta-lust, when the eyes meet, or when you first hear their voice, and BOOM! You just know, you have found the one!
Joe Rouger is a silver fox, tatted up, Harley riding swoon fest! He’s in his low fifties and co-owns Teasers, a strip club where strippers can feel safe. Joe’s been divorced for several years now from a very unhappy marriage. He had a bit of a wild time after his divorce but that wore off quickly. Now he just feels unsettled. Like there’s something in life that he’s missing. He wants to be happy, to settle down with someone that truly makes him happy. And then he hears her voice. And he knows that he just has to find the woman that goes with that voice. Because he can feel it deep inside that this woman is somehow important to him.
Bernice Armstrong is also in her low fifties. She co-owns Frock You, a vintage clothing store with her sister. Bernice has never settled down. She and her sister spent their life raising their niece. She’s pretty much given up on finding a man that could really make her happy.
“She felt like his salvation. As if she’d opened a door and let the light back in.”
I don’t want to give anything away but it takes a bit of time for these two to finally connect. And when they do, I practically spontaneously combusted, because Joe was everything! He already knew that she was it and he would do whatever it took to make sure Bernice understood this. To win her trust. Because Bernice has walls up, very sturdy walls. She’s had to to protect herself. But now it’s Joe’s turn to protect her.
“He felt like a wall that stood between me and the rest of the world. For the first time in my life, I felt truly safe.”
I would call this a romantic suspense. Because Joe and Bernice have someone that does not want them to be together. But it’s also sexy, steamy, and Joe curled my toes. He is so hot! And Bernice was perfect for him. And let me also say that Bernice was amazing. So much was thrown at her but she knew her man.
Have I convinced you yet? If you like sexy silver haired alpha heroes that are all growly and possessive, then you have to meet Joe. I’m pretty sure you won’t soon forget him! I can’t wait to read more by this author!
If you are after the Boom that comes hand in hand in the Alpha Ever After world, then Until Joe will bring that and so much more. With an instant attraction that did not wane even after a year, Joe and Bernice realize that when the boom hits there is no escape. As these two decide that too much time has been wasted they will have every obstacle placed in their path. As fireworks light up the sky, your pulse will race, your skin will tingle and you will be gripping the edge of your seat as chaos surrounds these two on their ride to happiness. A steamy, entertaining and romantic insta love that will grip you from the start and leave you with a huge smile on your face.
Pretty sure I am not alone in this, but I was “patiently” waiting for this book *shakes head*. This is one of my all-time favorite series and then put it as a cross-over with one of my other all-time favorite series and I am a happy, happy, happy, happy reader. I know what you’re thinking, is she really that happy about it…absolutely a hundred times over, YES. And it was totally worth the wait, honestly so, so good.
Joe is November’s uncle from Until November and Bernice is Calla’s aunt from the Wallflowers series. Not gonna lie, I was loving me some Joe…so damn much. These two had that instant chemistry glance at the end of the last Wallflowers book, fast forward a year and they get their chance, thanks to a little Wallflower intervention. This is a great book about soulmates, and for Joe, getting a second chance at true love and happiness. I love the Wallflowers, those girls are such handfuls in the best possible ways, and highly entertaining.
This was a safe read, neither were with others after they meet. As always, such a great storyline that keeps you glued to the pages. So much love, laughter and emotion written on every page. Joe is a sexy af OTT alpha that is not waiting a second longer, and I loved it. Oh and dibs, because I am a shameless hero hoarder….and apparently very happy about it. And the heat between these two…whew baby. A little ocean lovin’ is always fun *wags eyebrows*. An epilogue and an hea.
Psst…I loved this dedication, all the feels. CP Smith, I adore you for being you. Thank you for letting me read this wonderful book.
Psst..psst….is it too early to ask if there will be another Wallflower book? Asking for a friend?.
UNTIL JOE by CP Smith introduces us to 50-somethings Joe Rouger and Bernice Armstrong. I love romance book characters with some life experience, and Smith certainly delivers with these two.
The attraction between Joe and Bernice is strong from the start, and when they come together, these two are hot, hot, hot! With many life lessons behind them, I appreciated that neither was prepared to settle for something that would not enrich their lives and make them happy.
I enjoyed the time we spent getting to know Joe and Bernice, but I do wish we got more of them together as a couple. There was a lot of world building, a suspense plot to be solved and the introduction of many characters that I feel intruded on the Joe & Bernice story.
These two opposites certainly prove the rules not to judge a book by its cover and that opposites attract.
Until Joe by CP Smith is part of the Happily Ever Alpha World Series. This is the story of Bernice Armstrong and Joe Rouger. I have read (and Loved!) other books in this series and Bernice and Joe have been in other books, but with that said I felt this can be a standalone romance.
Joe has been divorced for over 10 years, has grown children and has been a hardcore business man. But he has come to a point in his life that he wants something more and more personal. Joe happens to spot Bernice who quickly seems to be gone in a flash but he goes after what he knows is his…which takes almost a year to find her. Bernice has been raised as a reserved southern belle who has start to rebel against what she has known and what she wants.
If you love alpha, instant love and hot reads this book is for you as it was for me. I Loved it! I hope to read more from this author.
WOW. CP Smith did an amazing job at bringing two of my favorite book universes together: her Wallflower series & ARR’s Until series! I had been curious as to what kind of woman would help Joe find his BOOM since I read Until November…Bernie was above & beyond perfect for him!
I loved watching them rediscover each other and fight for their HEA (I mean she’s a Wallflower, so there’s going to be drama!). It was so hard to put down my kindle and deal with everyday life! SO GOOD!
When I found out that C.P. Smith was going to give us another book in the Happily Ever Alpha world, I was so freaking excited. Until Susan is one of my favs so I knew that Joe’s story was going to be amazing! On vacation Joe spotted the perfect woman, just her laugh gave him the feels, and he knew he had to find her again. When he did find her the next morning, it was to find her with someone else. So Joe went home to live his life. For Bernice, Joe (just a name a she gave her mystery man) is someone that she has not forgotten. Just the look of him and Bernice was hooked. With the help of meddling children, the two have a chance to meet once again. This time Joe is going to make sure that he claims what’s his. But is he willing to leave his home for the soul mate he is willing to die for?
This was a really good read, my only complaint is that I didn’t read the Wallflower series first. I think if I did this would have been a better read for me. Some drama, some hot over the top alphaness, I give this 4 stars.
Holy hotness Batman!! Okay, before I go any further I feel the need to apologise! I haven’t actually read The Wallflowers series by CP and have only read Until November from ARR’s Until series. Having said that I don’t feel it took away my experience of this book at all, and I will say I will be rectifying all of the above ASAP!!
Now, back to Joe, holy freaking hotness!! This man gave me ALL the FEELS and when he first hears Bernice, I felt that too. He is unapologetically alpha and at a time in his life where he knows what he wants and that is Bernice and nothing and nobody will get in his way. He is incredibly protective of those he cares about and Bernice is no exception.
Bernice, Lord I want to be this woman when I grow up! A true Southern belle whose family is everything. When she first sets eyes on Joe the connection is inexplicable, is she strong enough to go for what she really wants?
My days!!!! I could not put this book down!!
This book was such a hoot! I can’t count the times I LOL’d until I had tears! I love the Maysen’s, but C.P. Smith is a new to me author. After reading Until Joe, I’m definitely going to have to go back and catch up. The Wallflowers sound like just my kinda girls!
Joe is a man that has lived a full life. A successful business owner, and loving father, he longs for someone to fill the emptiness in his heart. He wants the kind of love that his family members have found. And just when he spots her, she’s gone just as quickly.
Bernice is a southern belle in every sense of the word. Brought up by an old-fashioned father, who thinks that money fixes everything. She rebelled against the world she was brought up in and made her own way. A strong woman, she’s happy with her life, but she is also lonely for love.
I loved Joe and Bernice’s story! I enjoyed reading about a more “mature” couple, and loved that they were already sure of themselves and who they are. It gives the story a different feel, and it’s one that I’ve found I really like. Not to mention part of the story takes place in an area near and dear to my heart, the Outer Banks of NC! This was an amazing addition to the ARR Happily Ever Alpha World, and a fun introduction to C.P. Smith’s writing!