Julie and her sons moved to End of the Line after a dangerous encounter with her abusive husband led to a rescue by her brother, Clay and an old friend, Hank. Over time, her relationship with Hank takes a turn and when he unexpectedly proposes, she is forced to face the battle between her heart and her newfound freedom.Hank hadn’t seen the woman he held a secret crush on in years, but when her … when her brother asks his help in a dangerous hostage stand-off, he is there in a heartbeat, even taking a bullet to protect Julie and her kids. But will these rekindled feelings Hank has be enough to hold against the time that Julie needs to adjust to her new life and, will Hank decide that it’s worth the wait?
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Surprisingly (to me), this was an emotional read. This is my first time reading a book by this author and I like this realistic style of romance that touches the heart. I also like how the small town concept in this story which comes across as supportive and positive. I also like that they are mature adults although no ones perfect. Hank is so kindhearted and definitely a prize catch. I enjoyed reading his adventurous pathway to marry the woman he knows is worth his wait. I am voluntarily reviewing a free copy.
First, I want to thank Amanda McIntyre for providing me with this book so I can bring you this review.
Worth the Wait by Amanda McIntyre is part of the Last Hope Series book 2. However, this can be read as a standalone and you can understand what is going on. However, I would have preferred to read the first book in the series as I am a fan of her work. That being said I would definitely like to continue reading this series as I really liked this book.
This book is for those who believe in second chances and that love always find a way.
One thing I really love about Amanda’s writing is the Country Romance genre she writes in. It is always written on a ranch setting with cowboys mixed in with some romance. This time around she threw in a few curve balls to throw you off your path.
Amanda started off this book like unlike any other book I had ever read before. Oh it hooked you into the story alright. Hank proposing to his girlfriend whom just got divorced from her ex husband a few months ago. A beautiful proposal at that. However, unexpected and very hesitant to say yes. For the reader it was very awkward to read. I felt compassion for Hank who was proposing to the woman he had loved for so long. Here she was rejecting him because it was too soon and didn’t want to get hurt. She hesitantly said yes after seeing the ring.
I loved Hank’s back story on how he met Julie and they got together. He is a great guy and great for her. They had some things they needed to work out though. However, no relationship is perfect.
I thought it was funny how Hunter everyone thought looked like Thor.
Amanda is a great storyteller and there were other stories besides the main one of Hank and Julie that were really good too. Some that pulled on your heart strings even.
There is a section at the end of the book that Amanda addresses the reader. She wants the readers to know it is not about being afraid to believe you deserve a second chance. And it is about taking a leap of faith, that things are going to be better than your previous broken experiences.
Saccharine sweet and squeaky clean country romance
Hank is a pilot and a home-town guy from the heartland. Julie knew him in high school, but married a guy from out of town. Her marriage ends in SWAT-team disaster, and Hank is one of her rescuers. He’s 100% committed, in love for life, and asks her to marry him. Julie’s sons adore Hank. Despite their sexual chemistry, Julie can’t commit. The drama of will they or won’t they marry is aided and complicated by sexy strangers, forest fires, old dreams and old fears… This book is decently written, expertly edited, and fans of the genre will like it fine. I thought it was very predictable. I’m reviewing a ARC from Candid Book Reviews – Thanks, Ari.
Book two in the Last Hope Ranch series is well written a book I was not putting down until I finished. Hank and Julie’s story has suspense, drama, danger, forest fires, and romance. I recommend this book and if you read I hope you like it as much as I did. I received a copy of this book and I am leaving a voluntary review.