Jesse Ward is back in the newest novel in the #1 New York Times bestselling This Man series! “The raw emotion and vulnerability is breathtaking.” — RT Book Reviews “Super steamy, emotionally intense” — Library Journal Life is good for Jesse “The Lord” Ward. Perfect, actually. He still has the charm, he’s in great shape, and he still reduces his wife, Ava, to a pool of desire with a mere … reduces his wife, Ava, to a pool of desire with a mere look. He’s in full control, just how he likes it.
But Jesse’s perfect world falls apart when a terrible accident lands Ava in the hospital with a life-threatening head injury. Devastated and angry, he feels like his entire existence hangs in the balance. He cannot survive without this woman’s love. So when she finally comes around, his shaking world begins to level out. But his nightmare doesn’t end there. It’s only just begun. Because his wife can’t remember the last sixteen years of her life. That’s all of him. All of their time together. He is a stranger to her.
Now Jesse must do whatever it takes to find her memories . . . and help her fall madly, passionately in love with him all over again.
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Now Jesse must do whatever it takes to find her memories . . . and help her fall madly, passionately in love with him all over again.
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Now Jesse must do whatever it takes to find her memories . . . and help her fall madly, passionately in love with him all over again.
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Now Jesse must do whatever it takes to find her memories . . . and help her fall madly, passionately in love with him all over again.
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SO emotional. Loved every damn word.
Must read of 2018!
Rewriting an already written romance novel from a different kind of perspective is one thing. But leave it to Jodi Ellen Malpas to do something totally different with that concept.
“With this Man” follows the “This Man” series and actually, when you look at it closely (and believe me I DID) it is the Love story of Ava and Jesse told from a different perspective. Not like in other novels when simply the other lead retells the already existing story from his PoV. No … something that simple would never do Justice to our beloved Lord.
While telling a complete new story Ms. Malpas also brought their old story back to life – moment for moment – one beloved quote of mine followed the other – Lovers of the series will devour this book – there is no question at all about that.
Only Jesse Ward is able to retell their love story in such a significant way that it leaves the Readers breathless. The story is a wild ride that reminds anybody why they fell in love with this demanding character (and I am purposefully avoiding all other words that come to my mind incase I ever want to post this review on amazon this is highly advised as there would be a lot of non appropriate words included – blame Jesse not me)
The Magic of Ava and Jesse is unbroken – It only took the author about 10 pages to bring me back right to where I was years ago when first reading “this man” – and that alone is a feature after such a long time. There really is no character anywhere like this Man … he is really the most ignorant inappropriate domineering alpha male that I ever met in the reading world so far. And we love him. END OFF.
And knowing he will soon be brought to the big Screen scares me a little because it will surely take a very special actor to fill this shoes.
What makes Jesse special in this book is how he analyzes his situation – their situation and her situation all in one. While trying to go through wall after wall he always stays true to himself.
The difference between him and other Male Leads is he is always aware that he is a Jerk or unreasonable but that never stops him. He is unreasonable, arrogant, overbearing and irrational but always within his set pattern that Ava knows how to handle and manipulate. ( again I am using not the words that come to my mind first but the most appropriate ones. Because if there is one thing that you really need to do after spending some hours in his presence that is WATCH YOUR MOUTH)
Watching their story unfold in this new chapter is like watching an exploding star you simply stare. They are like magnets drawn to each other. And when Jesse says he is nothing without Ava you do not question it you believe it, even if it sounds over the top … it is not – not in their world.
And seeing the development of the twins I could even envision to read at least Jacobs’ love story in a distant future. Not that he could ever replace Jesse, but I am pretty sure that he would be a pain in the backside for the woman that ever had the “pleasure” to get in “his ways” … allow me a little play with words if I am not allowed to curse.
Trust me when I say that I marked quotes on my kindle that will be stuff for legends.
I loved Jesse and Ava and couldn’t wait for this book to release. I have laughed, cried and swooned all over again.
Ava losing her memory was bad but to lose everything to do with Jesse. Now that is wrong, but he was determined too help her regain her memory but only by telling her the good stuff.
Jesse and Ava are the perfect couple, they may not seem to be but they fit in every way.
I loved everything about this story and would read more if Jodi decided to write more of Jesse and Ava’s story, I can’t get enough.
Absolutely perfect!!!!!
Jodi Ellen Malpas’ ‘This Man’ series is a roller coaster of emotions. It is the only series that I have found myself talking, yelling, and rolling my eyes at the characters. I imagine this is the same theory as men yelling at the television while watching sports. Every book in this series is phenomenal. The reason this is my favorite is two-fold. First, it is told from Jesse’s point of view almost entirely. When you get to the end of this ride you will have fallen head over heels (or ass over tea kettle as my friend says) with the lord of the manor. Secondly, I was so desperate to continue reading that I purchased the audio book and wireless headphones so that I could continue with the book while working in the elementary schools library. Jack George is the voice of Jesse Ward and his voice is the epitome of liquid sex. The range of emotions that this story takes the main character and reader through is conveyed perfectly in Jack George’s talent. This book does not disappoint.
Enjoyed this book. The final of the Jesse Ward and Ava O’Shea Story. Could not put it down.
Omg what can I say about With This Man
If I could have given With This Man 10 Stars it still wouldn’t be enough, I finished this book a while back but I needed to find the words to do Jesse and Ava and off course Jodi Ellen Malpas justice. I never released how much i missed the lovable, cocky, hot man we have come to know as The Lord until I read this book, well I have actually read this book a couple of times because the first time I was up all night reading I devoured it but the second time I took my time and I fell in love with Jesse all over again. In this book we get more of the tender side of the man who will do what ever is needed for the love of his life and yes I cried infact I would go as far as saying I sopped but every tear I shed was worth it because this book is one of the best books I have ever read, a love story second time around for Ava and it brought back all those memories of falling in love with this couple from way back when this series first started with This Man. Jodi Ellen Malpas gave us what we needed she gave us a book that not only brought back memories but a book that created new memories of the Ward family. Thank you this is my book of 2018 !!!!
Lord Jesse Ward
My joy and tears had flooded my emotion when I closed the final page from this book… I have been waiting to read With this Man for awhile.. After the saga of Lord Manor, I never thought this chapter would exist…
The Egomaniac Lord Jesse Ward.. well he will be put to test again when Ava was hurt.. the emotion was windwhirl… gut deep heartwrenching.. I can feel the helpless desperation from Jesse and Ava to go through life afterward… Everything will be put to the test… memories.. mementos… Ava is a lucky woman.. to have someone who is so crazy inlove … pulled hair crazy moments,. Control freak who wants everything his way.. the person who love you,.. adore you like a Queen.. who see you like nothing else matter.. This is a story about devotion of love.. If you love happy ending love.. this book is far from it .. its a true love story.. full of drama.. sexy as hell.. panties melting seduction.. i expect no less from Jesse..
Jodi .. you surprised me again.. yet again .. I thought im gonna have to put my white flag but yet again after each chapter.. I had so many flasback emotions .. the story made sense.. the struggle of losing someone you love.. I love every bit of it… The jokes about “Weapon of Mass Destruction” will stay forever with me.. I still laugh everytime I thought about it.. I cant look at my BOB without hearing Jesse’s screaming..
Lord Jesse Ward is the product of perfect man.. yes to Ava.. his family and to me.. He is a man of tender heart.. gentleman who hate cuss words but cant stop it like drunken sailor.. a man with many layers of emotion.. a man who truly love Ava..
This book, like all the other This Man books, is mind-blowing! I first read This Man years ago when it first came out and I was captivated by Jesse and Ava’s love. The series is my go-to and easily my favorite that when I heard a fourth book was coming out, I pre-ordered it straightaway! Especially since it came out the day before my birthday. I love seeing the world and their love through Jesse’s eyes and could not put the book down. My heart fluttered, I cried good and ugly tears, and I swooned once more for the Lord of the Manor and his lady.
I have been anxiously awaiting the release of the latest book in one of my favourite series ever since it was announced. With This Man by Jodi Ellen Malpas was everything I hoped for and so much more.
Jesse and Ava have always held a special place in my heart, but now I have to say that Jesse Ward is now one of my top book boyfriends of all time. Until I read and listened to this book I had no idea just how much I have missed these characters and his wonderful Jesse-isms.
With This Man had me laughing out loud so many times and sobbing too. Jodie wove together a true masterpiece that absolutely did justice only to the Ward family but also their extended family of friends.
Not only did I read this one but I immediately also purchased the audible version to listen to it as well. The audible addition was great to listen to. It brought across the angst, worry , frustration, humour and fear so much that my heart was palpitating at times.
For fear of saying too much and to be honest I do not think any words I write will do this book justice, I am not going to say any more, other than to state that if you are a fan of this author and her series, then this is a must read.
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WOW! Yes, I feel like I’m still on Central Jesse Cloud Nine. I fell in love with Jesse and Ava in This Man. This couple is captivating and Jesse is this amazing, over-the-top, control freak who loves Ava with every cell in his body. When his world is challenged with Ava losing her memories of him, well, Jesse shows that determination again as he woos Ava all over again. The family dynamic is wonderful, Jesse is an amazing Dad even as his children challenge just like Ava did at every turn. The love is felt on every page as Ava rediscovers her love of Jesse. The road is not easy, it never is for Jesse and Ava, but it is such a beautiful journey to experience.
With This Man by Jodi Ellen Malpas is an epic, profoundly beautiful love story of a man dedicated to the one that owns his heart, soul, and world, his wife, Ava. This man, Jesse Ward completely stole my heart once again as he reminded me as to why readers like myself loved him. His devotion for Ava was everything I wanted. This book was emotional, heartbreaking and absolutely beautiful as it showcased a different side to Jesse. So if you are looking for a story that you fall HARD for then this is the book for you. Thank you Jodi for bringing back Jesse Ward into our lives.
OH MY GAWD – JESSE WARD IS BACK!!!!
I was soooo excited to read this – The This Man Trilogy is one of my all time favourite reads, I just couldn’t get enough of Jesse and Ava and their unique relationship. But I was a little nervous, could Jodi pull off the massively difficult task of making Book 4 just as good as the other 3??
The Wards are now owners of an elite gym, the twins Maddie and Jacob are now 12 yrs old and are quite used to their Mum and Dad’s unique style of relationship. Jesse is about to hit the big 5-0 birthday, and he’s less than impressed by this!! But in general life itself couldn’t get any better, Jesse and Ava have everything they have ever wanted and are still blissfully happy.
But tragedy strikes out of the blue, sending their world into a complete spiral. Ava is involved in a car accident and suffers from a horrible head injury. Jesse and his children are devastated and their world hangs in the balance as they wait and see if Ava recovers.
She regains consciousness and Jesse heaves a massive sigh of relief, only to be plunged into the depths of despair as it becomes apparent that Ava has amnesia, and cannot remember the last 16 yrs of her life – to Ava, Jesse and their twins don’t exist, she has no memories at all, and Jesse has the fight of his life on his hands to get Ava to fall in love with him all over again, after everything they have been through!!!
Oh my goodness, within the first few pages of starting this I blissfully back on Central Jesse Cloud Nine and loving it!! The family of the Wards was just as I imagined it would be – Jesse still is domineering, possessive, dirty and beautiful self and Ava is still as sassy as ever, loving Jesse with everything she is, pushing all his buttons, bringing light to his world. Their twins Maddie and Jacob and like mini me’s of their parents – Maddie is just like Ava – sassy, fiery, mouthy, knows how to push Dad’s buttons and knows how to wrap him round her finger. Jacob is just like Jesse in looks, but is very laid back in his temperament, very supportive and loving. They are used to Mum and Dad’s spontaneous showings of affection, in keeping with Jesse’s saying to Ava of “Wherever, whenever”. I loved it!! I was laughing out loud at their antics and had a permanent smile on my face.
Until I didn’t.
Until Ava has her accident. Then I was heartbroken. Jesse was heartbroken, completely lost, vulnerable. And then you find out she has no memories of their life together – I was floored, I could only imagine how Jesse felt!!!
Jesse has the battle of all battles, trying to making Ava fall back in love with him, when he was always of the opinion he didn’t deserve her love in the first place, how the hell was he supposed to get her to love him and his ways a second time!!!
What an emotional read this is!!! I went through a massive range of emotions reading this, being brought back into Jesse’s world, but under such heartbreaking circumstances – you get ALL THE FEELS HERE – love, laughter, passion, angst, heartbreak, anger, frustration, hope – I was a wreck!!!
Saying that, this was an utter pleasure to read, to be back full circle in Jesse’s world. The writing is phenomenal, the story immersive, completely captivating, and the characters are an absolute joy. I couldn’t put it down and was utterly invested in their story. If you’ve read any of JEM’s books, particularly This Man Series, you will love this. Told mainly from Jesse’s POV, which is a bloody treat in itself, the story direct from The Lord himself!!! And the ending, wow, just perfect in my mind, brings everything to a fabulous close!!
I can’t recommend this enough!!! Utterly brilliant!!! 5 stars come nowhere near close enough for this one. Paradise for me will always be wherever Jesse Ward is!!
Jesse Ward. The Lord. I fell in love WITH THIS MAN and this series all over again! Jessie trampled my heart…but will he trample Ava’s?
This book is not a retelling of everything that happened in the first three books. With This Man, takes place years after Jessie and Ava’s story ended in This Man Confessed. Ava is in a severe car accident and sustains a brain injury. She wakes up not remembering Jesse and her children. They are erased from her memory, and now Ava believes that she is a single 22-year-old. Jesse has to make Ava fall in love with him all over again. He is determined to get Ava’s heart to remember him. Let’s face it, Jesse can be an acquired taste, so he has his work cut out for him. But who can forget The Lord? There is no one like Jesse Ward.
With This Man is primarily told from Jesse’s point of view, which was brilliant in itself. JEM seamlessly peppered this story with the right amount of history, without making this book feel like it was just a regurgitation of the earlier books in this series. She created a brand new, fresh, sexy, and captivating romance. Getting into Jesse’s crazy, cocky and demanding brain was everything!
Before I picked this book up, I wondered if I was going to feel lost since I started this series in 2013. Let me tell you there is no way you will forget The Lord and Ava’s roller coaster ride of a romance. Dare I say, this might be one of my favorite books by JEM! FIVE stars!With This Man @KCracked
The Lord is Back !!!. There’s a reason he’s still the number 1 alpha Hero of all time ! He’s passionate, he’s drool worthy, he tramples resistance, but his heart is a bottomless pool full of immense love for Ava. Only her. No other woman dead or alive will turn his head or his heart. And his little peanuts- Maddie and Jacob.
“I’ve still got it. I suddenly feel like the God she thinks I am . The God I know I am ”
No truer words have been spoken or written ! Of course he’s arrogant and full of cockiness, because HE’S A GOD !! And even at 50, he’s all muscle and raw sexuality, I still drool at the sight of his naked torso ( did I say that out loud !?)
I meant Ava….Ava!!. Anywho, he’s like in the prime of his life. Beautiful, gorgeous wife, two adorable kids -Maddie & Jacob, and his best pals around him.life couldn’t get any better , could it ?
My wife. My children. Their love.
It’s pure bliss, ladies. Total gratification.
Absolute, complete, Earth-shifting, universe-shaking love.
Don’t tell me there’s anything more perfect than this. I wouldn’t believe you.
And then life flips over and crashes badly. All is broken and all is forgotten……..
I cried so badly for him. He climbed the Everest to get Ava to fall in love with him the first time, does he have time to do it again? . What’s the guarantee that his ferocious love will be enough again to dissipate the fog around them!! But he’s not persistent, if nothing else. My Lord Of The Manor!
Woe is me!
“It’s been consumed by me for thirteen years, lady. I’m not about to let you forget our story. I will make you remember. It’s my mission objective. I’ll do anything.”
The book is full of helpless love and overwhelming despair, yet there’s also insurmountable, fierce determination to reverse the tides of fate, Cause wth Lord Of The manor doesn’t give up so easily!!. Even if he has to fight the Almighty God himself!!! And the fight is hard, and exhausting , and debilitating, and excruciating. It’s like learning to walk again, feel again, learn again, operating washer again. Jesse is at breaking point multiple times but he has a goal to work towards -getting his life back. His life with his Love and family.
As Big John says ” Get a fucking grip, you stupid Motherfucker “!
The usual Lord’s humour is intact…Thank God
I can be reasonable. I don’t know why everyone constantly barks on about my unwillingness to flex. I flex every day of my damn life.
And
Red flag. Bull on the loose. That’s all I’m saying
I jumped when i heard that Lord is getting his book again. And I couldn’t wait to meet him and ogle him. Jodi has been very generous with Jesse in this book. There’s a whole lot of him to love, admire and support. Mostly in his POV,The book is enjoyable journey of Jesse who learns to breathe deep, give a little space and hang in there. Being a rock solid for his family to hang on to while the rough storm rocks their Family Boat.
The end slayed me. At one point I was like , thank god for divine intervention and the other I was oh god why didn’t you interfere sooner..
I’m officially in Paradise with the Wards, floating gently on #CentralJesseCloudNine
Life is better already
5 gently-gently stars
A beautifully sentimental and suspenseful romance that’s sexy, sweet and powerful…
I’m a little bit excited about this. Okay, so that’s blatant lie because excited doesn’t even begin to cover it. I don’t even know how to describe what I am right now, just like I can’t describe the moment Jodi announced that Jesse was back or the moment that he lit up my kindle. If I wasn’t typing, I’d have to sit on my hands to stop myself from stupid seal clapping! I know it sounds pathetic but this series is what really made me fall in love with contemporary romance. I was a classics kind of girl until This Man. And I know that for many people Fifty Shades is where it started, but for me it was Jesse and Ava’s story.
So, I really just want to go on and on about how spectacular With This Man is, but I feel like that would be unfair to anyone that hasn’t read it. If you haven’t read the series yet, you need to. If you have read it, boy you are in for an epic surprise. Although the blurb gives you a good idea of what the story will be and it almost feels like it’s saying too much, the moment you start reading the book you will realise that it is just an inkling. I expected to see the same ego-tastic and control freak Jesse (which you do in abundance) but for me this is the book that really allows you to see the vulnerable side to him. He has a lot going on with his fifty worries and then Ava’s accident. It all builds so that you see him at his very lowest. Which is sad, but it also strips him right back and you see the man and not the god. If that makes sense? From the moment he lays eyes on Ava in book #1 you know that she is his weakness. You know that if there is one thing that can destroy him it’s her, but until this book it’s just an idea. In With This Man you see it happening again and again and again. You go through every single punch in the gut, heart break and soul destroying moment with him. And although you realise that he is human and that even his tenacity has limits, you also get to experience the enormity of his love and affection. You see him claw not just himself but also Ava and the kids from the dark hole they’ve been thrown into to. I’m sorry that I’m being vague, but when you read the book you’ll understand. You’ll appreciate going into it unaware of the journey the Wards go on.
As if rebuilding their life in Ava’s memories wasn’t a big enough task you also have this suspenseful under current that follows you all the way through. It keeps you guessing about what other poop will hit the fan, because if there wasn’t more it just wouldn’t be a Jodi plot. So you’re literally on the edge of your seat swooning and crying your eyes out with Jesse and Ava and then you have these brilliant moments of sunshine that take you back through all the beautiful and familiar memories and relive them…to then having and ice cold bucket of water thrown over your head full of dread. I have to be honest, although I suspected something bad…horrific was going to happen, I did not see it playing out the way it did. I’m still shocked and if I’m honest rather peeved about it. But that moment is so perfect in its destruction. It’s actually a rather cunning twist because as heartbroken as you are, you’re still relieved in a way. It’s so hard to explain without actually spelling it out. Jodi Ellen Malpas really did a number on me with this book. It was what I expected but it was laced with so many gobsmacking turns and developments that you actually feel your blood pressure rise and drop with Jesse’s. Which brings me to the POVs. At first I was a little disappointed that you don’t get a lot more from Ava, but in the end going through that journey with Jesse is something completely freaking incredible. You see him learn more about himself. You see him become even more than what he already is. You get to feel him love harder and deeper (pun not intended). It’s almost like the midlife crisis found him rather than him finding it. A bit like the saying if Mohammed won’t go to the mountain, the mountain will go to Mohammed. It’s just freaking genius.
I really just want to read With This Man again. I need to. I can’t get enough of it. I’m really annoyed with myself for not rereading the whole series, but at the same time you don’t need to because you get to live all the important and loving moments all over again. You also get to see Drew and Raya, and Sam and Kate. You see their stories progress in the middle of the chaos that is Ava’s lost memories and Jesse fighting for them and their family. In fact for me that was where the magic was. I loved that experiencing those special moments with their friends brought them closer together. Like I said, it’s really rather clever what Ms. Malpas has done here. The development of this plot is so brilliantly and intricately followed through. Everything and everyone has its place and its time and serves a purpose. Except for Cherry. I just want to deck her. Simple.
I just adored With This Man. I couldn’t put it down. I didn’t want to put it down. To be fair I just didn’t want it to end. Seeing Jesse The Lord—Jesse the husband—Jesse the dad—Jesse the friend all in one place was one of life’s little aaaaaaaaaah moments. There are no words that can do it justice. If you think Jesse was over the top protective with Ava, you have to experience him with their kids. I loved the tongue in cheek that both Jacob and Maddie brought to the story. I loved seeing the way that they had their dad completely wrapped around their little fingers and the way in which they reflected their parents love for one another. That was something so sweet and stunning. You really see the love that Ava and Jesse share imbedded in their children. I just LOVE. IT. Love it. Love it. Love it.
5….ish stars
I am not even ashamed to say that I am sooooo biased when it comes to Jesse Ward. He has always been my absolute favourite book boyfriend EVER. Like if he was a real life human being, I would totally end up getting arrested for stalking (Only slightly joking). So even though I was jumping for joy when I heard there was to be a 4th book, I was also worried that the series could somehow be marred, if I God forbid didn’t connect with this book quite like I did with the original trilogy.
Well aren’t I an idiot for doubting anything because not only did I love this book, I mean really love it, but Jesse ‘The Lord’ Ward still remains my Number 1 book boyfriend by a mile. I know I’m totally fan girling here.
Time has moved on somewhat for Jesse & Ava. 13 years to be exact. But Jesse remains as egotistical yet vulnerable as ever. I did think he had mellowed slightly over the years but his humour was evident throughout this book.
Ava also developed as a character for me, by maturing massively in this book and I don’t just mean her age. She has an inner peace to her that I absolutely adored, despite what she goes through in this book. I’ve always loved Ava. I’ve loved her sense of style from the start and the fact she is just so elegant and timeless.
What really slapped me in the face with this book though was how once again it broke me into a billion tiny pieces, but somehow Jodi has managed to put me back together and allowed me to go on another truly amazing journey with Jesse & Eva.
I love this series it is a must read
I loved this book!!!
Our Lord Jesse Ward is at it again, 12 years later he still the controlling, possessive, neurotic, dominate, sex god. His family life is perfect with Ava & the twins Mattie & Jacob. He has even bought a health club that he, Ava & John are managing. But everything came to a screeching halt when Jesse gets a call from the twins school when Ava has not made it to pick up the twins. As Jesse races off to wife his wife Ava he comes upon an accident and see the mini that Ava drives. The same mini that he believed was unsafe and he wanted her to drive the Range Rover but of course he want mention that now. After days of being in a coma finally Ava wakes up to Jesse horror Ava doesn’t know who Jesse is. Ava has lost the last 16 years of her life, which means no memory of him her Lord and their beautiful twins.
Just imagine waking up from a coma thinking you are 22 years old to find out you have been married for 12 years and have children. How devastating would that be, well that is the new life of Ava Ward. Trying to move on without your memories and not knowing who your children or husband is. Well by now we all know Jesse Ward sex lord possessive behavior doesn’t know what to do or how to handle his wife now that she can’t remember who they are and how THEIR crazy/normal works for them. Now he must make her fall in love with him all over again. Will the second time make her run like hell at who Jesse Ward is…So he does the best thing he hope is the right thing for Ava. Leave out the most important parts of what made Jesse & Ava love each other and made them unbreakable. Which is the biggest mistake Jesse Ward could make.