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Fighting #2
Fighting to Forgive
They’ve been running from the one thing that might save them…
Blake
Love and pain always go together. That’s why I like to keep my life easy. Simple.
Commitment free.
So, with my MMA career in full swing, and with an injury to overcome, stupid romantic distractions are the last thing I need.
And Layla has distraction written all over her.
She’s got enough emotional baggage to fill a 747. I don’t do baggage. I need to stay away.
But for some reason…I can’t…
Layla
I’ll never let a man hurt me again.
I escaped my horrific marriage, and now I’m ready to be the best single mom I can be. Maybe I’ll even reclaim the pieces of myself I lost over the years.
There’s no way I’m letting Blake Daniels derail my fresh start.
Except…I want him with an intensity that triggers my deep, dark insecurities. I should walk away before I get in over my head.
But what if I’m already too late?
Fighting to Forgive, book 2 in the Fighting series, is an emotional, angsty, contemporary, steamy, older woman/younger man, sports romance with a guaranteed happily ever after. Download today and get ready to fall for Blake and Layla.
Blake
Love and pain always go together. That’s why I like to keep my life easy. Simple.
Commitment free.
So, with my MMA career in full swing, and with an injury to overcome, stupid romantic distractions are the last thing I need.
And Layla has distraction written all over her.
She’s got enough emotional baggage to fill a 747. I don’t do baggage. I need to stay away.
But for some reason…I can’t…
Layla
I’ll never let a man hurt me again.
I escaped my horrific marriage, and now I’m ready to be the best single mom I can be. Maybe I’ll even reclaim the pieces of myself I lost over the years.
There’s no way I’m letting Blake Daniels derail my fresh start.
Except…I want him with an intensity that triggers my deep, dark insecurities. I should walk away before I get in over my head.
But what if I’m already too late?
Fighting to Forgive, book 2 in the Fighting series, is an emotional, angsty, contemporary, steamy, older woman/younger man, sports romance with a guaranteed happily ever after. Download today and get ready to fall for Blake and Layla.
372 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 7, 2013
About the author
J.B. Salsbury
37 books5,385 followersJ.B. Salsbury is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author. She lives in Phoenix, Arizona with her husband and two kids.
Her love of good storytelling led her to earn a degree in Media Communications. With her journalistic background, writing has always been at the forefront, and her love of romance propelled her career as an author.
She spends the majority of her day behind the computer where a world of battling alphas, budding romance, and impossible obstacles claws away at her subconscious and begs to be released to the page.
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Her love of good storytelling led her to earn a degree in Media Communications. With her journalistic background, writing has always been at the forefront, and her love of romance propelled her career as an author.
She spends the majority of her day behind the computer where a world of battling alphas, budding romance, and impossible obstacles claws away at her subconscious and begs to be released to the page.
Never miss a release:
http://jbsalsbury.com/newsletter-sign...
For more information on
her books, or just to say hello, visit JB on her website, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
Web: http://www.jbsalsbury.com/
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April 20, 2015
5 Fighting Stars!
After reading this author’s first book, Fighting for Flight, I knew I would love Fighting to Forgive. I love this authors style, and Blake was my favorite character in book one. I wasn’t wrong! For me, this is one of those times when the sequel is better than the first! It was an amazing read!
Have you met Blake ‘The Snake’ Daniels?
Blake is a popular UFL fighter. He is a funny and cocky man-whore and he owns it. His behaviors have something to do with his troubled past. His home life growing up was less than ideal. But he deals. He’s happy being a fighter, happy with his friends and ultimately just happy sleeping around. No need for a big connection, intimacy or relationship. It’s just not in the cards for him. While getting ready to train, he meets this girl. When he first see’s her, all he can think of is she looks like a little mouse. He’s attracted to her, but she doesn’t seem to be taking the bait. Then he finds out she is working there.
Meet Layla- or Mouse.
Layla is starting over. With her teenage daughter (who she had when she was a teenager) she is leaving her old comfortable life behind to start new in Vegas. Being safe and happy is more important than staying in her old life of leisure. She got lucky finding this job with the UFL. Her first day there, she meets the fighters. One in particular stands out to her. Blake. There is something about that guy. Layla knows she needs to steer clear of him. The last thing she needs right now is to get involved with anyone. Her daughter and her new life is what needs her focus.
Blake and Layla start spending more time together. They become sort of friends, but all that lingering chemistry is there. Their relationship is tumultuous at the start. But the more time Blake spends with Layla, the more he sees how different this woman is. She is a fighter just like him. He respects that.
Layla finds herself craving the time she spends with Blake. She feels safe with him. For the first time in a long time, she feels safe.
Blake isn’t sure what’s happening to him. He is starting to feel things for Layla he’s never let himself feel before. She is exactly the type of girl he should stay away from, with her history, her baggage. For some reason, none of that matters.
Blake is THE BEST! There is nothing I love more than a cocky, arrogant man slut with issues. That is Blake. I loved watching his character evolve and develop. Although he is all those things listed above, he is also kind, sweet, funny and protective. Layla’s strength was nice to see. I love a strong heroin. She has been through so much, but she comes out on top. The relationship Blake developed with Layla’s daughter was sweet. There was one quote in particular I read and started crying on the spot! It was just too sweet and too much emotion for me .
A sexy romance, beautiful writing, solid plot and a great hero and heroine. What more could you ask for? This is a must read book from a must read series! I’m really excited for the next book which will feature Rex! I’m so happy the series isn’t stopping here!
“Anything worth having in this life, you fight to get it. And you don’t stop fighting until you get it.”
After reading this author’s first book, Fighting for Flight, I knew I would love Fighting to Forgive. I love this authors style, and Blake was my favorite character in book one. I wasn’t wrong! For me, this is one of those times when the sequel is better than the first! It was an amazing read!
Have you met Blake ‘The Snake’ Daniels?
Blake is a popular UFL fighter. He is a funny and cocky man-whore and he owns it. His behaviors have something to do with his troubled past. His home life growing up was less than ideal. But he deals. He’s happy being a fighter, happy with his friends and ultimately just happy sleeping around. No need for a big connection, intimacy or relationship. It’s just not in the cards for him. While getting ready to train, he meets this girl. When he first see’s her, all he can think of is she looks like a little mouse. He’s attracted to her, but she doesn’t seem to be taking the bait. Then he finds out she is working there.
Meet Layla- or Mouse.
Layla is starting over. With her teenage daughter (who she had when she was a teenager) she is leaving her old comfortable life behind to start new in Vegas. Being safe and happy is more important than staying in her old life of leisure. She got lucky finding this job with the UFL. Her first day there, she meets the fighters. One in particular stands out to her. Blake. There is something about that guy. Layla knows she needs to steer clear of him. The last thing she needs right now is to get involved with anyone. Her daughter and her new life is what needs her focus.
Blake and Layla start spending more time together. They become sort of friends, but all that lingering chemistry is there. Their relationship is tumultuous at the start. But the more time Blake spends with Layla, the more he sees how different this woman is. She is a fighter just like him. He respects that.
Staying is the easy way out. I’ve seen it with my own eyes. Layla chose the fight, the struggle, and the sacrifice.
Layla finds herself craving the time she spends with Blake. She feels safe with him. For the first time in a long time, she feels safe.
Blake isn’t sure what’s happening to him. He is starting to feel things for Layla he’s never let himself feel before. She is exactly the type of girl he should stay away from, with her history, her baggage. For some reason, none of that matters.
She’s got an ugly past, a teenage kid who’s working through some crap, and a serious case of emotional yo-yos. The whole situation screams trouble. Annoyance. Waste of time. But all I hear is, Don’t let her go.It takes a long time for both of them to let go of their pasts and let someone in, but once they do, it’s beautiful. Blake and Layla together were explosive. Seriously hot! But it was so much more than that. They were able to be vulnerable with each other, they both had demons from their past, but together they could help each other heal.
Blake is THE BEST! There is nothing I love more than a cocky, arrogant man slut with issues. That is Blake. I loved watching his character evolve and develop. Although he is all those things listed above, he is also kind, sweet, funny and protective. Layla’s strength was nice to see. I love a strong heroin. She has been through so much, but she comes out on top. The relationship Blake developed with Layla’s daughter was sweet. There was one quote in particular I read and started crying on the spot! It was just too sweet and too much emotion for me .
A sexy romance, beautiful writing, solid plot and a great hero and heroine. What more could you ask for? This is a must read book from a must read series! I’m really excited for the next book which will feature Rex! I’m so happy the series isn’t stopping here!
June 4, 2015
”Guys like Blake Daniels are bad news.”
Blake “The Snake”, is a UFL fighter who has an attitude of indifference along with a reputation of being a manwhore. But he wasn’t always that way. As a child he was a sweet loving boy. His father changed his world and his views of the world with his no nonsense approach to parenting him and his brother. He went ’from being a protective kid to a resentful adult.’
”I’m a little crazy, broken, and a mess.”
Layla has a lot of insecurities. I mean a lot! She drove me nuts. Blake couldn’t look sideways without her jumping to conclusions that he must be sleeping with “that” girl. I actually started to feel bad for him. I get why she had so many hang ups. She came from a loveless marriage, more than that, it was a gunshot marriage. She had been 16 when she got pregnant. Her parents wanted her ‘honor’ protected by having the guy ‘do the right thing.’ Needless to say, that was a not a good decision on her parents part.
”I dig that you’re older. Chick my age act like toddlers hopped up on helium.”
Yep. Layla was cradle robbing with Blake. But in actuality her behavior was very immature which made Blake seem older than her. I know her forced marriage left her emotionally stunted but some of her actions were something I'd expect from a much younger character not a woman in her thirties.
”Between my dad and her ex, we’re both brainwashed and bruised.”
The baggage they brought along in their relationship made them fight to be together. Luckily, Blake had worked through most of his baggage that what he brought to the table with stability and trust helped Layla and her daughter move forward.
I’m at the end of my review wrapping things up. I read book 1 two years ago and, while that feels like a life time ago, I do remember liking it. Unfortunately, for this book, the majority of it had things that just didn’t jive with me. I’m wondering if it’s because the heroine was in her thirties behaving like she was in her early twenties. Her insecurities made me not connect with her like I was hoping. Either way, I know lots of friends who loved this book. If you like a protective alpha male give this one a try.
“Anything worth having in this life, you fight to get. And you don’t stop fighting until you get it.”
SERIES:
Blake “The Snake”, is a UFL fighter who has an attitude of indifference along with a reputation of being a manwhore. But he wasn’t always that way. As a child he was a sweet loving boy. His father changed his world and his views of the world with his no nonsense approach to parenting him and his brother. He went ’from being a protective kid to a resentful adult.’
”I’m a little crazy, broken, and a mess.”
Layla has a lot of insecurities. I mean a lot! She drove me nuts. Blake couldn’t look sideways without her jumping to conclusions that he must be sleeping with “that” girl. I actually started to feel bad for him. I get why she had so many hang ups. She came from a loveless marriage, more than that, it was a gunshot marriage. She had been 16 when she got pregnant. Her parents wanted her ‘honor’ protected by having the guy ‘do the right thing.’ Needless to say, that was a not a good decision on her parents part.
”I dig that you’re older. Chick my age act like toddlers hopped up on helium.”
Yep. Layla was cradle robbing with Blake. But in actuality her behavior was very immature which made Blake seem older than her. I know her forced marriage left her emotionally stunted but some of her actions were something I'd expect from a much younger character not a woman in her thirties.
”Between my dad and her ex, we’re both brainwashed and bruised.”
The baggage they brought along in their relationship made them fight to be together. Luckily, Blake had worked through most of his baggage that what he brought to the table with stability and trust helped Layla and her daughter move forward.
I’m at the end of my review wrapping things up. I read book 1 two years ago and, while that feels like a life time ago, I do remember liking it. Unfortunately, for this book, the majority of it had things that just didn’t jive with me. I’m wondering if it’s because the heroine was in her thirties behaving like she was in her early twenties. Her insecurities made me not connect with her like I was hoping. Either way, I know lots of friends who loved this book. If you like a protective alpha male give this one a try.
“Anything worth having in this life, you fight to get. And you don’t stop fighting until you get it.”
SERIES:
August 3, 2016
4.5 I love you, Blake so fucking much STARS!!!
J.B. I simply adore you! You made me fall more in love with, Blake then I ever thought could happen. He captured me from the very first chapter. My heart broke for him, I wanted to shelter that poor boy. I believe Blake has turned into one of my favorite book boyfriends!!! Congrats, Blake!!! So, happy to have you apart of my wonderful, fucked up world.
Anyhow, I've been very excited to get into, Blake's head. He is the one that is broken with a fucked up past. I've been wanting that sexy, troubled, bad ass, funny as hell, dirty talking me to taking my panties off now, man since he popped up in Fighting for Flight.
Within the 5% I was cracking my ass up by Blake. He sure knows his ways with the ladies. And he is very blunt I might say!!! There is no pussying around with this Snake, no Sir!!! And he knows that his fucked up broken past has made him this way. He keeps on going with his head held high and do what he does.
Mouse, aka, Layla is new to Las Vegas and just landed her first job. Struggling with a broken past, Layla only wants to move forward and with that she is through with men. After her marriage is over and never wanting to be with another man, who could break her past what she is already been through, her guard goes up, in place is that weak fake smile, shoulders pushed back she is welcoming being independent, taking care of herself and her daughter. I really loved Layla, I welcomed her with open arms. Yes, she is broken but she was not a bit to the point where I wanted to dislike her or feeling frustrated with her at all!!! Thank the lord for that one. Layla takes it more on the real sides of life, she knows what struggling is and will do her best and what she can to give her daughter and her a better life and a chance to live again. I adored you Layla, and keeping your guard up with it comes to sexy, Snake, Blake.
As you can tell I fucking loved this book!!! There were moments when I felt this was going to happen and then it did so that was kind of predictable for me. I love how this group of people that I am falling so much in love with is more than family. Each one loves each other and gets each other, they have each others backs down to each of their souls. Everything was very greatly written, I didn't feel the story dragged on at all. I wanted each of those details. I wanted every single thing that was going on in Blake, and Layla's heads. I wanted more though. I wasn't ready for it to over, that is the saddest part. I want Jamie to write more!! Damn it, Jamie I need more of Blake... Fuck it all to hell, I want more!!!!
ARC provided by author for exchanged for an honest review.
J.B. I simply adore you! You made me fall more in love with, Blake then I ever thought could happen. He captured me from the very first chapter. My heart broke for him, I wanted to shelter that poor boy. I believe Blake has turned into one of my favorite book boyfriends!!! Congrats, Blake!!! So, happy to have you apart of my wonderful, fucked up world.
Anyhow, I've been very excited to get into, Blake's head. He is the one that is broken with a fucked up past. I've been wanting that sexy, troubled, bad ass, funny as hell, dirty talking me to taking my panties off now, man since he popped up in Fighting for Flight.
Within the 5% I was cracking my ass up by Blake. He sure knows his ways with the ladies. And he is very blunt I might say!!! There is no pussying around with this Snake, no Sir!!! And he knows that his fucked up broken past has made him this way. He keeps on going with his head held high and do what he does.
Mouse, aka, Layla is new to Las Vegas and just landed her first job. Struggling with a broken past, Layla only wants to move forward and with that she is through with men. After her marriage is over and never wanting to be with another man, who could break her past what she is already been through, her guard goes up, in place is that weak fake smile, shoulders pushed back she is welcoming being independent, taking care of herself and her daughter. I really loved Layla, I welcomed her with open arms. Yes, she is broken but she was not a bit to the point where I wanted to dislike her or feeling frustrated with her at all!!! Thank the lord for that one. Layla takes it more on the real sides of life, she knows what struggling is and will do her best and what she can to give her daughter and her a better life and a chance to live again. I adored you Layla, and keeping your guard up with it comes to sexy, Snake, Blake.
As you can tell I fucking loved this book!!! There were moments when I felt this was going to happen and then it did so that was kind of predictable for me. I love how this group of people that I am falling so much in love with is more than family. Each one loves each other and gets each other, they have each others backs down to each of their souls. Everything was very greatly written, I didn't feel the story dragged on at all. I wanted each of those details. I wanted every single thing that was going on in Blake, and Layla's heads. I wanted more though. I wasn't ready for it to over, that is the saddest part. I want Jamie to write more!! Damn it, Jamie I need more of Blake... Fuck it all to hell, I want more!!!!
ARC provided by author for exchanged for an honest review.
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November 20, 2013Jamie Posted a teaser!!!!4/6/13
YUM! More Blake please!!!!
Fighting to Forgive
Chapter 1, paragraph 1
Blake
“I’d like to make a toast.” I’m drunk as hell, feeling zero pain. The club is crowded and humming with energy. Just like every other club in town tonight.
It’s New Year’s Eve in Las-motherfucking-Vegas.
I climb up my barstool and stagger-stand on the bar. So ready to put this fucked up year behind me, I check the countdown clock.
Fifty-two minutes.
Raising my glass, the crowd below cheers me on, chanting.
Yeah, bitches. You all love my ass.
“Here’s to a new year. May it be filled with knockout punches in the octagon.” I lock eyes with two chicks at my feet. They’ve been hanging on me all night, rubbing me ready and begging for it. I wink. “And knockout babes in your bed.” I squint into the crowd looking for the band and find them huddled next to the stage. “And cheers to my boy, Rex.” Holding my drink high, I motion to the band, Ataxia. “Make rock and roll history, brother.” With one last thrust of my glass into the air, I toss back two fingers of whiskey and savor the burn.
The club follows suit, finishing in a symphony of hollered agreement. I hop off the bar and into the tentacled arms of my admirers.
“Great toast, baby.” The platinum haired beauty to my right is stroking my body with hers.
I bend down and slide my tongue into her eager mouth, grabbing a fistful of .....
YUM! More Blake please!!!!
Fighting to Forgive
Chapter 1, paragraph 1
Blake
“I’d like to make a toast.” I’m drunk as hell, feeling zero pain. The club is crowded and humming with energy. Just like every other club in town tonight.
It’s New Year’s Eve in Las-motherfucking-Vegas.
I climb up my barstool and stagger-stand on the bar. So ready to put this fucked up year behind me, I check the countdown clock.
Fifty-two minutes.
Raising my glass, the crowd below cheers me on, chanting.
Yeah, bitches. You all love my ass.
“Here’s to a new year. May it be filled with knockout punches in the octagon.” I lock eyes with two chicks at my feet. They’ve been hanging on me all night, rubbing me ready and begging for it. I wink. “And knockout babes in your bed.” I squint into the crowd looking for the band and find them huddled next to the stage. “And cheers to my boy, Rex.” Holding my drink high, I motion to the band, Ataxia. “Make rock and roll history, brother.” With one last thrust of my glass into the air, I toss back two fingers of whiskey and savor the burn.
The club follows suit, finishing in a symphony of hollered agreement. I hop off the bar and into the tentacled arms of my admirers.
“Great toast, baby.” The platinum haired beauty to my right is stroking my body with hers.
I bend down and slide my tongue into her eager mouth, grabbing a fistful of .....
November 21, 2013
For some reason I wanted it to be Blake and Eve. I wonder if Eve will get her HEA
November 21, 2013
Blake❤️
Blake Daniels is a good guy.
A really good guy.
He's an exceptional man wrapped up in a delicious bad-boy package.
Ummmmm swoon!!!!!!!
Enter Layla
She made Blake throw out his no-kids, no-baggage rule ........ It was epic.
" I want them. They're mine"
Crazy never felt so good
Layla was starting over in Las Vegas with her teenage daughter Elle. She was leaving behind a torturous marriage from hell to a creep that got her pregnant when she was 16. Layla rocked. I'm a huge fan of strong leading females. So I found myself rubbing my greedy hands together saying gimme gimme gimme. Because Blake doesn't want a lady with baggage and Layla does not want a bad-boy man whore. It was a delish journey of their walls crumbling!!! Hey if my ovaries went kaput.... They better get some walls crumbling done and deliver a great story of sweet, sweet love.
Blake delivered. He snaked his way into my heart. He redeemed himself for his man-whore ways and I loved how he fell ~ hook, line and sinker ~ for this broken woman with baggage!
Everyone needs someone fighting in their corner, Blake. I've never had that and neither have you. You own my heart and everything that comes with it
*sighhhh right ??? And then Jonah being a great part in this book * double sighhhhhh. I loved it.
Read this book. It is sexy, sweet, swoony, steamy and hello ....., it's Blake the Snake. Nuff said ❤️
November 19, 2013
I really don't know where to start. I know one thing is for sure I need more stars. Like ten million more. I absolutely LOVED Fighting For Flight. It is still hands down just one of my favorite books! I did not know what to expect from Jamie the second time around but I hoped and wished that it would be of the same quality, and I am happy to report that I was not disappointed. I don't know how she does it but these stories tackle some very difficult and gut wrenching material--issues of abuse and abandonment and betrayal that come off extremely realistic. I love that her heroine's may be broken or damaged but that doesn't stop them from being intelligent and independent as well. I also absolutely love the integration of music into her stories. It is so big that it can be counted as a character all on its own! Then you add in the romance fluffiness that we all need and love along with a huge portion of passion and flaming hot sex and that's a J.B. Salsbury book in a nutshell. I just cannot say enough about how much I loved this book and love Jamie for life for writing these stories. Layla and Blake most definitely did it for me and I hope that they do it for you too. If you haven't read Fighting for Flight yet I highly recommend it as well.
Some quotes and visuals if you're not yet convinced...
"Touch me, Blake." "I'm touchin you, baby." "No, Blake." "Down here."
"I just wanted to see if you'd watch TV with me."
"I need your fingers Snake."
"I know she moans so deep when she falls apart in my arms that I can feel it in my dick..."
"Come here."
"I want them. They're mine."
Some quotes and visuals if you're not yet convinced...
"Touch me, Blake." "I'm touchin you, baby." "No, Blake." "Down here."
"I just wanted to see if you'd watch TV with me."
"I need your fingers Snake."
"I know she moans so deep when she falls apart in my arms that I can feel it in my dick..."
"Come here."
"I want them. They're mine."
November 27, 2013
4 Amazing Fighting Stars!!
After a marriage from hell, Layla picks her daughter and they start fresh in Las Vegas. All she wants now is a good and safe home… that not includes a bad-boy, sexy-as-sin playboy and UFC fighter, like Blake.
Blake doesn’t want a woman with baggage: he wants them easy and fast to leave. “Unfortunately” for both, lie gets them in each other way, and as feelings start to grow and their walls starts to crumble, you must get yourself ready for a steamy and amazing love story.
I loved this so much more than the first. I liked the first one, I did. There was some things that didn’t quite worked for me which made it a “meh” book. Happily that didn’t happened with this.
First, both characters were much more likable and their chemistry way more credible and palpable. I loved how Blake kept calling her “Mouse”.
Second, the story itself was better written and it was more beautiful. I felt way more connected with it. And we all loved Blake in the first one… so this book only make us love him more! ;)
If you loved the first, go read this.
If you haven’t loved the first, go read this anyway. You definitely should give this a try!
After a marriage from hell, Layla picks her daughter and they start fresh in Las Vegas. All she wants now is a good and safe home… that not includes a bad-boy, sexy-as-sin playboy and UFC fighter, like Blake.
Blake doesn’t want a woman with baggage: he wants them easy and fast to leave. “Unfortunately” for both, lie gets them in each other way, and as feelings start to grow and their walls starts to crumble, you must get yourself ready for a steamy and amazing love story.
I loved this so much more than the first. I liked the first one, I did. There was some things that didn’t quite worked for me which made it a “meh” book. Happily that didn’t happened with this.
First, both characters were much more likable and their chemistry way more credible and palpable. I loved how Blake kept calling her “Mouse”.
Second, the story itself was better written and it was more beautiful. I felt way more connected with it. And we all loved Blake in the first one… so this book only make us love him more! ;)
If you loved the first, go read this.
If you haven’t loved the first, go read this anyway. You definitely should give this a try!
June 12, 2015
5 SEXY BLAKE STARS
I’m doing a re-read via Audio Version. I think audio books are the perfect solution when you don’t have time to read. I carry my phone EVERYWHERE and if I’m doing chores, running errands or even working, I just put my earbuds on and listen to my books.
I’m a mega fan of this series and it’s not only because I’m a fan of the covers and I think the author is completely fantastic. I LOVE the emotions I feel when I read/listen to these books. Not only it’s a “fighting” kind of read, but it’s much more. It’s about serious relationships, complicated problems and finding love within all of that!
Fighting to Forgive is a standalone and is a part of the Fighting to Forgive series. The narrators are the same as book 1, Erin and Ryan. I am a mega fan of the narrators, so I was REALLY happy that they narrated this book too.
BLAKE BLAKE oh My
I wasn’t a fan of Blake in book 1, Fighting for Flight. Yes I found him TOO much of a ladies man (CRAZY), but I was really surprised on how much I loved him in Fighting to Forgive. I love it when my mind can be changed. I love evolving characters and I love characters that make me fall for them.
The title did scare me. I thought to myself, did he do something really bad and he has to redeem himself? No, that is not the case. It’s a story about a ladies man, coming to terms that his current situation isn’t working out for him and the very thing he said he wouldn’t do, well, he did. You will see.
My thoughts…
Blake doesn’t have the perfect childhood and his father is a piece of work, because of that, Blake is so scared that he will become his father. All Blake cares about now is basically Blake. He uses women for fun times and loves to fight. He has a few conditions when he dates women, first he doesn’t date them, he just has relations with them and second his women can’t have kids, Blake doesn’t want any excess baggage.
Layla is running away from her past life. She’s never had a job and she is broke. She once has had a nice life, but she gave it all up for something better. She wants to be safe and happy. She landed a job at Blake’s gym and she doesn’t need any male distractions, especially since Layla has a sixteen year old daughter at home to take care of.
I love single mothers and I love alpha males. It’s really the perfect combination
How great of a story line is that? You get the damsel in distress, with Layla running away from her past. Then there’s macho Blake who does not date women with kids, but now all he can think about his Layla. From start to finish this read was just pleasant, there were no crazy fillers or annoying parts. I enjoyed the read a lot.
In the beginning we get to know Blake and he’s a total jerk, he hooks up with a girl and doesn’t give a you know what about her. He’s also perfectly fine with it. Then there’s Layla who is a bit of a mystery. Why is she running away? Is someone after her? Why does she go from rich to poor? Is her daughter okay with the situation?
Like I said, I LOVEEEEEE Layla. Not only did I love her name, but I loved how STRONG she was. She’s the type of Heroine you strive to be and you just want to be friends with her. When Blake and Layla meet, of course there’s going to be some nice banter. Blake is very interested in Layla and Layla just wants to do her own thing. I love that Layla has a daughter and puts her first, I also love that her daughter is a bit older so it adds some nice tension.
So Blake and Layla are figuring out the relationship, but you have Blake’s Daddy issues and then Layla has her baggage. It’s just a ball of goodness. So much happens and I couldn’t get enough of it. Overall, Fighting to Forgive had great elements, it was a decent long read, there was nice drama and the characters were well-rounded and developed.
I’m a fan!
Audio Questions
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
Of course! I actually gifted a few copies to my friends because I believe in this series so much. It has all the elements I like in an audio book. The audio length is a good amount and it allows the characters to be developed and you can get consumed by the story (something I crave for in a read). I love the plot and all the issues the characters faces.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Fighting to Forgive?
I love the beginning. I think it’s mostly because it deals with Layla and her struggles. It kind of set the tone of the characters and the read. I liked how she wanted something better for herself and her daughter. I liked that she was strong and took a risk for happiness. It’s something we all readers can relate to.
Which scene was your favorite?
Most of the book is memorable, but I like the little shifts within the book. You have the beginning with Blake and Layla where you get to know them as individuals. You get insight to the past and issues. Then you have the middle where Blake and Layla try to work out the issues. Then the crazy shift towards the end where the pace just picks up a notch (it’s always fun).
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
My heart has a weak spot for single moms. I just smile ear to ear when I read these kinds of books. I was completely consumed by Blake and Layla’s story. It’s a beautiful story and I enjoyed every bit of it.
AN AUDIO Copy was provided
She's so CUTE! I loved her outfit.. I know I'm random. I loved that she's so into audio books. More photos - > HERE
Series Order
REVIEW | AMAZON
AMAZON
I’m doing a re-read via Audio Version. I think audio books are the perfect solution when you don’t have time to read. I carry my phone EVERYWHERE and if I’m doing chores, running errands or even working, I just put my earbuds on and listen to my books.
I’m a mega fan of this series and it’s not only because I’m a fan of the covers and I think the author is completely fantastic. I LOVE the emotions I feel when I read/listen to these books. Not only it’s a “fighting” kind of read, but it’s much more. It’s about serious relationships, complicated problems and finding love within all of that!
Fighting to Forgive is a standalone and is a part of the Fighting to Forgive series. The narrators are the same as book 1, Erin and Ryan. I am a mega fan of the narrators, so I was REALLY happy that they narrated this book too.
BLAKE BLAKE oh My
I wasn’t a fan of Blake in book 1, Fighting for Flight. Yes I found him TOO much of a ladies man (CRAZY), but I was really surprised on how much I loved him in Fighting to Forgive. I love it when my mind can be changed. I love evolving characters and I love characters that make me fall for them.
The title did scare me. I thought to myself, did he do something really bad and he has to redeem himself? No, that is not the case. It’s a story about a ladies man, coming to terms that his current situation isn’t working out for him and the very thing he said he wouldn’t do, well, he did. You will see.
My thoughts…
Blake doesn’t have the perfect childhood and his father is a piece of work, because of that, Blake is so scared that he will become his father. All Blake cares about now is basically Blake. He uses women for fun times and loves to fight. He has a few conditions when he dates women, first he doesn’t date them, he just has relations with them and second his women can’t have kids, Blake doesn’t want any excess baggage.
Layla is running away from her past life. She’s never had a job and she is broke. She once has had a nice life, but she gave it all up for something better. She wants to be safe and happy. She landed a job at Blake’s gym and she doesn’t need any male distractions, especially since Layla has a sixteen year old daughter at home to take care of.
I love single mothers and I love alpha males. It’s really the perfect combination
How great of a story line is that? You get the damsel in distress, with Layla running away from her past. Then there’s macho Blake who does not date women with kids, but now all he can think about his Layla. From start to finish this read was just pleasant, there were no crazy fillers or annoying parts. I enjoyed the read a lot.
In the beginning we get to know Blake and he’s a total jerk, he hooks up with a girl and doesn’t give a you know what about her. He’s also perfectly fine with it. Then there’s Layla who is a bit of a mystery. Why is she running away? Is someone after her? Why does she go from rich to poor? Is her daughter okay with the situation?
Like I said, I LOVEEEEEE Layla. Not only did I love her name, but I loved how STRONG she was. She’s the type of Heroine you strive to be and you just want to be friends with her. When Blake and Layla meet, of course there’s going to be some nice banter. Blake is very interested in Layla and Layla just wants to do her own thing. I love that Layla has a daughter and puts her first, I also love that her daughter is a bit older so it adds some nice tension.
So Blake and Layla are figuring out the relationship, but you have Blake’s Daddy issues and then Layla has her baggage. It’s just a ball of goodness. So much happens and I couldn’t get enough of it. Overall, Fighting to Forgive had great elements, it was a decent long read, there was nice drama and the characters were well-rounded and developed.
I’m a fan!
Audio Questions
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
Of course! I actually gifted a few copies to my friends because I believe in this series so much. It has all the elements I like in an audio book. The audio length is a good amount and it allows the characters to be developed and you can get consumed by the story (something I crave for in a read). I love the plot and all the issues the characters faces.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Fighting to Forgive?
I love the beginning. I think it’s mostly because it deals with Layla and her struggles. It kind of set the tone of the characters and the read. I liked how she wanted something better for herself and her daughter. I liked that she was strong and took a risk for happiness. It’s something we all readers can relate to.
Which scene was your favorite?
Most of the book is memorable, but I like the little shifts within the book. You have the beginning with Blake and Layla where you get to know them as individuals. You get insight to the past and issues. Then you have the middle where Blake and Layla try to work out the issues. Then the crazy shift towards the end where the pace just picks up a notch (it’s always fun).
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
My heart has a weak spot for single moms. I just smile ear to ear when I read these kinds of books. I was completely consumed by Blake and Layla’s story. It’s a beautiful story and I enjoyed every bit of it.
AN AUDIO Copy was provided
She's so CUTE! I loved her outfit.. I know I'm random. I loved that she's so into audio books. More photos - > HERE
Series Order
REVIEW | AMAZONAMAZON
November 18, 2014
I started to be excited about this book as soon I read
"Remind me when I decide o settle down to find a girl wihtout baggage. Preferably one with no family." He hold up his hand and starts ticking off fingers with each stipulation. "No kids, ex-husbands, pyscho dads, fucking skeletons in the closet. None of that shit."
"It's gonna take a special girl to put up with your ass, Blake. You got no room to be picky."
"I'm serious, man. I'd rather stay single my entire life, banging anyone who can keep up, than take on some chick with issues. You can tattoo that on my ass if you don't believe me."
Blake is gunna be so stuffed!! BRING.IT.ON
"Remind me when I decide o settle down to find a girl wihtout baggage. Preferably one with no family." He hold up his hand and starts ticking off fingers with each stipulation. "No kids, ex-husbands, pyscho dads, fucking skeletons in the closet. None of that shit."
"It's gonna take a special girl to put up with your ass, Blake. You got no room to be picky."
"I'm serious, man. I'd rather stay single my entire life, banging anyone who can keep up, than take on some chick with issues. You can tattoo that on my ass if you don't believe me."
Blake is gunna be so stuffed!! BRING.IT.ON
November 26, 2013
I absolutely loved this book just like I knew I would!
After reading just 10% I knew I was going to love Blake's story.
After reading Fighting for flight we were all looking forward to Blake's story...
What happens when a guy who does everything in his power not to feel anything can't avoid it anymore?
Blake Daniels likes his life simple, to drama no baggage. Uncomplicated....
His been through too much in his past to get himself caught up in someone else's drama because he has so much of his own skeletons in his closet.
Now with the biggest fight coming up, Blake needs to stay focused, train hard to reach his goal...
Until he meets her....
Layla
She's something different then other woman, despite being gorgeous Layla's eyes show deep pain...
She's been through enough in her life to get involved with someone like Blake.
In fact she is done with all men. Needing to find that piece of herself she lost years ago Layla is starting her life over with her daughter Axell.
"I’m out of control when it comes to her. She’s crack cocaine to my temper and libido."
The thing about attraction is, no matter how much you think you don't want something you still find yourself pulled towards it, that's what happens to Layla and Blake.
Both of them with deep hurt know they don't need each other but their hearts feel otherwise.
It seems that love will creep into their hearts even if they were never looking for it.
Maybe love can overcome all, fight their Demons and slay their dragons?
This story is sweet and very gripping with a jaw dropping scandal and it shows how love can bring a big built man like Blake and turn him into a puddle of goo for the woman he loves.
"If you want peace, prepare for war."
So I'm not going to give away more. Because there are some big exciting scenes in this book and will keep you gripped till the very last page!!
May 13, 2018
Note about the series in general:
The love stories in this series are pretty good. I have enjoyed all of them.
However, the characters, both females and males, lack judgment and in some cases, intelligence. There is chauvinism here and the men are controlling and impulsive.
Despite this, the books are worth reading and thus, I´ll keep following this series.
The love stories in this series are pretty good. I have enjoyed all of them.
However, the characters, both females and males, lack judgment and in some cases, intelligence. There is chauvinism here and the men are controlling and impulsive.
Despite this, the books are worth reading and thus, I´ll keep following this series.
October 31, 2018
4 Stars (Originally Read 11/19/2013)
3.5 Stars (Re-Read 10/30/2018)
Overall Opinion: This was a good re-read. I enjoyed the characters, and I enjoyed the way the author provided depth into their characters and backgrounds. I always like the damaged mcs that find love and peace in each other theme, and this didn't disappoint on that front. I just was disappointed in the ending. I wanted more! For that alone I'm going to drop my initial rating from 4 stars to 3.5, but all in all it was still an enjoyable read!
Brief Summary of the Storyline: This is Layla and Blake's story. Layla is starting her new life and new job after escaping from her abusive husband. She meets Blake the first day and sparks fly instantly, but Blake only does causal hook-ups and Layla isn't a casual hook-up type of girl with a teen daughter to care for. Both of them hold damage from their pasts that make it hard for them to find happiness, but they do find happiness unexpectedly in each other. There is some ex drama, some baggage to get through, and some sexy times...and they get a HFN ending.
POV: This alternated between Layla and Blake's POV.
Overall Pace of Story: Good. I never skimmed and I thought it flowed well.
Instalove: No, they take a while to develop stronger feelings.
H rating: 4 stars. Blake. I loved his instant protective nature and how he cared for "his girls". I definitely had moments where I wanted to smack him upside the head, but I think he made up for those times in other ways.
h rating: 4 stars. Layla. I liked her. Yes, there were times where I wanted her to be stronger -- but I also understood her damage enough to let it slide.
Sadness level: Low, no tissues needed
Push/Pull: Yes
Heat level: Good. They have some good tension, chemistry, and scenes -- but not so much it takes away from the story.
Descriptive sex: Yes
OW/OM drama: Yes
Sex scene with OW or OM: Yes, but not super descriptive
Cheating: No
Separation: Yes
Possible Triggers: Yes
Closure: This had alright closure with what I would call a HFN ending. Others might be fine in calling this a HEA, but I'm picky and I needed more to classify it that way .
Safety: This one is probably either Not Safe for most safety gang readers depending on personal preferences.
3.5 Stars (Re-Read 10/30/2018)
Overall Opinion: This was a good re-read. I enjoyed the characters, and I enjoyed the way the author provided depth into their characters and backgrounds. I always like the damaged mcs that find love and peace in each other theme, and this didn't disappoint on that front. I just was disappointed in the ending. I wanted more! For that alone I'm going to drop my initial rating from 4 stars to 3.5, but all in all it was still an enjoyable read!
Brief Summary of the Storyline: This is Layla and Blake's story. Layla is starting her new life and new job after escaping from her abusive husband. She meets Blake the first day and sparks fly instantly, but Blake only does causal hook-ups and Layla isn't a casual hook-up type of girl with a teen daughter to care for. Both of them hold damage from their pasts that make it hard for them to find happiness, but they do find happiness unexpectedly in each other. There is some ex drama, some baggage to get through, and some sexy times...and they get a HFN ending.
POV: This alternated between Layla and Blake's POV.
Overall Pace of Story: Good. I never skimmed and I thought it flowed well.
Instalove: No, they take a while to develop stronger feelings.
H rating: 4 stars. Blake. I loved his instant protective nature and how he cared for "his girls". I definitely had moments where I wanted to smack him upside the head, but I think he made up for those times in other ways.
h rating: 4 stars. Layla. I liked her. Yes, there were times where I wanted her to be stronger -- but I also understood her damage enough to let it slide.
Sadness level: Low, no tissues needed
Push/Pull: Yes
Heat level: Good. They have some good tension, chemistry, and scenes -- but not so much it takes away from the story.
Descriptive sex: Yes
OW/OM drama: Yes
Sex scene with OW or OM: Yes, but not super descriptive
Cheating: No
Separation: Yes
Possible Triggers: Yes
Closure: This had alright closure with what I would call a HFN ending. Others might be fine in calling this a HEA, but I'm picky and I needed more to classify it that way .
Safety: This one is probably either Not Safe for most safety gang readers depending on personal preferences.
September 26, 2015
I finally got around to listening to this audiobook that I've had on my TBR list for quite some time. I loved the first book in the series, but it had been a long time since I read it, so I forgot some of the backstory. Luckily, it all came back pretty easily. Although, this book could easily be read as a stand-alone book. The background information was nice to know, but not necessary to understand or enjoy this book.
On the run from her life of abuse, Layla takes a job in Las Vegas as an assistant for Mr. Gibbs, an MMA boss. Immediately, she makes the acquaintance of Blake, a cocky, womanizing, up and coming fighter. Literally caught head-down, ass-up, Layla is mortified. Of course, her first impression on Blake was a positive one.
The first half of the book chronicles their feisty, love/hate relationship with each other. Little by little, their attraction grows and both of them have to overcome their pasts in order to move forward together. Each of them want what they fear they will never have.
After overcoming incredible obstacles. The two open up about their pasts. The intimacy between these two was touching. With their past terrors, it was incredible to watch their relationship evolve. I wanted these two to find happiness so badly.
At last, they did get their HEA. It didn't come easy and there were some pretty shocking twists toward the end. It kept my attention right to the very end. Definitely a story worth reading!
On the run from her life of abuse, Layla takes a job in Las Vegas as an assistant for Mr. Gibbs, an MMA boss. Immediately, she makes the acquaintance of Blake, a cocky, womanizing, up and coming fighter. Literally caught head-down, ass-up, Layla is mortified. Of course, her first impression on Blake was a positive one.
The first half of the book chronicles their feisty, love/hate relationship with each other. Little by little, their attraction grows and both of them have to overcome their pasts in order to move forward together. Each of them want what they fear they will never have.
After overcoming incredible obstacles. The two open up about their pasts. The intimacy between these two was touching. With their past terrors, it was incredible to watch their relationship evolve. I wanted these two to find happiness so badly.
At last, they did get their HEA. It didn't come easy and there were some pretty shocking twists toward the end. It kept my attention right to the very end. Definitely a story worth reading!
November 26, 2015
5 'The Snake' Stars
“Some women call me fine, I prefer handsome.Sexy works too, or you can call me Blake.”
This book(so far) is my favorite book in this series. From the moment I met 'Blake the Snake' at Fighting For Flight, you could say it was love at first sight. I had no doubt in my mind that I wouldn't love him/his book.
Layla Moorehead moved to Las Vegas from Settle for a new start. She just wants whats right for her and her 16 year old teenage daughter. She had her daughter when she was sixteen and since then she's been married to Stew(Stewart), I know what a name. Stewart. Ew. Any who, Stew was and always would be an asshole. It was time for her and her daughter to be happy and free.
“I'm determined to make this new life of ours beautiful. I can't accept anything less. Not again.”
So she has a job with UFL. And on her first day she meets this cocky, yet handsome prick, Blake.
Blake is a successful UFL fighter. He may seem all tough, bubbly, and a jokester but he's really just a guy with a tainted past. That's why he does the one-night-stands and the meaningless sex, because he doesn't do attachments, or the responsibilities, and under any and every circumstances, he doesn't do moms.
No attachments. No risk. No pain.
Layla and Blake become somewhat friends. But the attraction is there. Full force. Blake is breaking all his rules. He doesn't understand what's going on with him, but he knows that Layla is something special.
I loved these two together. But mostly all my love went to Blake. I love his character. He's someone that I see myself ending up with. And I understand him. I understand his fear, because I feel it too. The thought of kids and a husband is scary. But if he can concur his fear, maybe someday I can too. This series is becoming on of my top favorites. Can't wait to read the rest.
“Some women call me fine, I prefer handsome.Sexy works too, or you can call me Blake.”
This book(so far) is my favorite book in this series. From the moment I met 'Blake the Snake' at Fighting For Flight, you could say it was love at first sight. I had no doubt in my mind that I wouldn't love him/his book.
Layla Moorehead moved to Las Vegas from Settle for a new start. She just wants whats right for her and her 16 year old teenage daughter. She had her daughter when she was sixteen and since then she's been married to Stew(Stewart), I know what a name. Stewart. Ew. Any who, Stew was and always would be an asshole. It was time for her and her daughter to be happy and free.
“I'm determined to make this new life of ours beautiful. I can't accept anything less. Not again.”
So she has a job with UFL. And on her first day she meets this cocky, yet handsome prick, Blake.
Blake is a successful UFL fighter. He may seem all tough, bubbly, and a jokester but he's really just a guy with a tainted past. That's why he does the one-night-stands and the meaningless sex, because he doesn't do attachments, or the responsibilities, and under any and every circumstances, he doesn't do moms.
No attachments. No risk. No pain.
Layla and Blake become somewhat friends. But the attraction is there. Full force. Blake is breaking all his rules. He doesn't understand what's going on with him, but he knows that Layla is something special.
I loved these two together. But mostly all my love went to Blake. I love his character. He's someone that I see myself ending up with. And I understand him. I understand his fear, because I feel it too. The thought of kids and a husband is scary. But if he can concur his fear, maybe someday I can too. This series is becoming on of my top favorites. Can't wait to read the rest.
November 26, 2013
3.5 what happened to Blake stars....
I LOOOOOOOOVED Blake from Fighting for Flight and could not wait for him to receive his own book....
But the Blake in this book was not the same Blake from Book 1...AT ALL.....I don't even remember him being funny in this book...
Things I liked
1. I liked that Layla had a daughter and Blake's interaction with her.
2. I liked that Raven and Jonah were in this book
3. I loooove Eve!
4. I like that even though the story was pretty predictable there were a few twists.
5. Yeah I know I don't have very many likes....Honestly its not a bad book maybe just not for me...
Things I didn't like:
1. Snake and Mouse? WTF Hate those nicknames. A mouse is ugly.....I would be pissed if that was my nickname.
2.Layla was a spineless heroine. She would stand up to Blake but not Stewart. Then instead of doing her job she basically focused on Blake the whole time.....WTF.
3. Layla was with Stewart for 16 years and never had an orgasm....Even on her own??
4. Her daughters name....Ewwww just eww....Thank goodness she went by Elle. I don't care how much you like that band....Eww
5. Blake's secret was lame
6. The unnecessary drama with Elle
7. I could have done without Blake and his issues and he never even
8. Also the ending....
For a rookie NA reader they will probably love this series and overlook things I found annoying, for me the story is been there done that so I won't be continuing this series...Hope the author doesn't hate me...
I LOOOOOOOOVED Blake from Fighting for Flight and could not wait for him to receive his own book....
But the Blake in this book was not the same Blake from Book 1...AT ALL.....I don't even remember him being funny in this book...
Things I liked
1. I liked that Layla had a daughter and Blake's interaction with her.
2. I liked that Raven and Jonah were in this book
3. I loooove Eve!
4. I like that even though the story was pretty predictable there were a few twists.
5. Yeah I know I don't have very many likes....Honestly its not a bad book maybe just not for me...
Things I didn't like:
1. Snake and Mouse? WTF Hate those nicknames. A mouse is ugly.....I would be pissed if that was my nickname.
2.Layla was a spineless heroine. She would stand up to Blake but not Stewart. Then instead of doing her job she basically focused on Blake the whole time.....WTF.
3. Layla was with Stewart for 16 years and never had an orgasm....Even on her own??
4. Her daughters name....Ewwww just eww....Thank goodness she went by Elle. I don't care how much you like that band....Eww
5. Blake's secret was lame
6. The unnecessary drama with Elle
7. I could have done without Blake and his issues and he never even
8. Also the ending....
For a rookie NA reader they will probably love this series and overlook things I found annoying, for me the story is been there done that so I won't be continuing this series...Hope the author doesn't hate me...
March 13, 2020
DNF
I can’t get into it. I don’t like nor care for the main characters.
I might be imagining things but something felt very forced in this book. Maybe that’s why I can’t connect with the characters.
So, here’s the deal, I could tell that the writer threw in the usual tropes in the mix, but then, just so she can be special, she made the characters act completely different than one would expect.
Example: she has the hero say or do something of the asshole variety that enforces double standards but then has him going into a monologue of how his perception was skewed and in truth he needs to adjust himself when dealing with such sensitive matters. (No kidding). Which should be fine and it sounds ideal except, it comes off like he has multiple personalities. No gradual growth whatsoever. We are jumping into different mindsets from one paragraph to the next.
It felt fake and forced, there was no growth through experience or mistakes, but just mistake and sudden regret without a prompt from the plot.
You can honestly smell the intention of the author to make this book fresh by taking every complaint readers have while reading NA romance books, putting the situation in the book and handling it “the right way”.
Problem with that approach is, the characters were as real as Barbie and Ken.
Pass.
I can’t get into it. I don’t like nor care for the main characters.
I might be imagining things but something felt very forced in this book. Maybe that’s why I can’t connect with the characters.
So, here’s the deal, I could tell that the writer threw in the usual tropes in the mix, but then, just so she can be special, she made the characters act completely different than one would expect.
Example: she has the hero say or do something of the asshole variety that enforces double standards but then has him going into a monologue of how his perception was skewed and in truth he needs to adjust himself when dealing with such sensitive matters. (No kidding). Which should be fine and it sounds ideal except, it comes off like he has multiple personalities. No gradual growth whatsoever. We are jumping into different mindsets from one paragraph to the next.
It felt fake and forced, there was no growth through experience or mistakes, but just mistake and sudden regret without a prompt from the plot.
You can honestly smell the intention of the author to make this book fresh by taking every complaint readers have while reading NA romance books, putting the situation in the book and handling it “the right way”.
Problem with that approach is, the characters were as real as Barbie and Ken.
Pass.
Shelved as 'on-hold-until-further-notice'
December 3, 2013As I write this, I'm 27% into book one and I'm already looking forward to Blake's story. He's hot, raunchy, and dirty-mouthed -- and I just love him! Can't wait!!
November 3, 2013
Available for pre-order HERE!!
“Mouse… I love you. I’ve never loved anyone in my entire life. And then you come along, and… my music, my fighting? None of it means anything without you. My life means nothing without you.”
The good: Very well-written and crafted !! It has a solid and refreshing plot line; as well as great story elements and likable characters.
The bad: Nothing constructive to embellish on.
•.¸. ♥★
The characters:
Blake “The Snake” Daniels: “Some women call me fine, I prefer handsome. Sexy works too, or you can call me Blake.”
6’2”, Buzzed light brown hair, and green eyes. Is a top UFL fighter. Has a large tattoo that covers part of his left pec and bleeds down to his ribs. Also possesses a mysterious room in his condo and a secret unbeknownst to others.
Is taken with Layla and her defiant yet feisty personality; she’s different from other girls and doesn’t take Blake’s sh*t. Nicknames and calls Layla “Mouse.”
Layla Moorehead: 5’3”, sunshine blonde hair, has “sultry and exotic” dark chocolate eyes. Ran away from abusive husband with her teenage daughter. Wants to start a new chapter in Vegas but meets Blake. Is everything Blake claimed he didn’t want in a female.
•.¸. ♥★
My thoughts:
Remember this quote from Fighting For Flight when Blake proclaimed,
"Remind me when I decide to settle down to find a girl without baggage. Preferably one with no family. No kids, ex-husbands, pyscho dads, fucking skeletons in the closet. None of that shit. I'd rather stay single my entire life, banging anyone who can keep up, than take on some chick with issues. You can tattoo that on my ass if you don't believe me."
Well readers, he definitely ate his words in “Fighting to Forgive”!
I am very impressed with how “Fighting to Forgive” panned out. At first, going into it, I was a bit skeptical since I had loved Jonah’s story so much (“Fighting For Flight”) but Blake’s one was a pleasant surprise.
Blake, like Jonah, started out as a man whore of endless one night stands. He meets Layla when she takes a position at the training facility for UFL fighters and their worlds are forever turned upside down.
Layla, is like no woman Blake and ever met and literally shakes all of his pre-conceived thoughts of women stemming from his own personal feelings towards his mother:
“ Her story laughs in the face of my preconceived ideas of women. She didn’t show weakness, but immense strength. She wasn’t selfish, but gave up her comforts for another.
Layla chose the fight, the struggle, and the sacrifice.”
As for Layla, Blake isn’t the man she thought him to be. After leaving her abusive husband of over sixteen years, when she meets Blake she immediately labels him as a player and another person who could possibly break her even more.
But of course, since this is their love story, and our male heroine is a steam roller, he breaks through her barriers…it’s just a matter of time!…
•.¸. ♥★
Over all though, what stood out for me is how both characters brought out each other’s demons and insecurities to the surface. Both feed equally off each other’s strengths and weaknesses beautifully and it’s interesting to see the fight they bring each other to face their own personal wars head on.
"Si vis pacem, para bellum." “If you want peace, prepare for war. It means you fight. Anything worth having in this life, you fight to get. And you don’t stop fighting until you get it.”
In a sense, like how the title of the book infers, it’s all about coming to a place of forgiveness in order to move on and having people in your corner to always have your back and to help spur you on.
“Everyone needs someone fighting in their corner, Blake. I’ve never had that, and neither have you. You own my heart, and everything that comes with it.”
I just loved how they shook each other’s foundations and preconceptions of themselves and others and how they all and all heal each other in the end.
•.¸. ♥★
My verdict:
A MUST READ! I cannot stress that enough!
It has everything I wanted: a solid plot, a steamy romance, a strong and opinionated female heroine, and a sexy alpha male!!
There is so many quotes that I love that specifically came from Blake because I loved his kinky and possessive nature over Layla! In fact, I’ll list them since I can’t help myself!
- “She’s hot, cute, and fiery in a way that makes me want to tame her.”
- “You want to know what B.D. stands for?..Big Dick.”
- ”My gaze back to Layla. She’s removed her net-sweater and is walking around in her linenpants and string bikini top. Dammit. I should have marked those gorgeous breasts up with my mouth when I had the chance. That would’ve kept her covered.”
- “I don’t know. I’d be nervous about putting things in my body that I can’t even pronounce.”
“Yeah? Can you pronounce Blake’s Snake?”
“How ‘bout Blake’s tongue? Blake’s finger—”
*Naughty naughty Blake! ;) *
•.¸. ♥★
As of now, I can’t wait for the next book in the series, "Fighting To Forget", which is Rex’s story!! Yay!! I hope after that the next story will be Killian “The Killer” (Jonah’s young fanboy from “Fighting For Flight”) and Layla’s daughter's story and the next after Blake's brother's story since I am very curious about him!!
Pick this up guys when it is released!! You will not be disappointed!!
“Mouse… I love you. I’ve never loved anyone in my entire life. And then you come along, and… my music, my fighting? None of it means anything without you. My life means nothing without you.”
The good: Very well-written and crafted !! It has a solid and refreshing plot line; as well as great story elements and likable characters.
The bad: Nothing constructive to embellish on.
•.¸. ♥★
The characters:
Blake “The Snake” Daniels: “Some women call me fine, I prefer handsome. Sexy works too, or you can call me Blake.”
6’2”, Buzzed light brown hair, and green eyes. Is a top UFL fighter. Has a large tattoo that covers part of his left pec and bleeds down to his ribs. Also possesses a mysterious room in his condo and a secret unbeknownst to others.
Is taken with Layla and her defiant yet feisty personality; she’s different from other girls and doesn’t take Blake’s sh*t. Nicknames and calls Layla “Mouse.”
Layla Moorehead: 5’3”, sunshine blonde hair, has “sultry and exotic” dark chocolate eyes. Ran away from abusive husband with her teenage daughter. Wants to start a new chapter in Vegas but meets Blake. Is everything Blake claimed he didn’t want in a female.
•.¸. ♥★
My thoughts:
Remember this quote from Fighting For Flight when Blake proclaimed,
"Remind me when I decide to settle down to find a girl without baggage. Preferably one with no family. No kids, ex-husbands, pyscho dads, fucking skeletons in the closet. None of that shit. I'd rather stay single my entire life, banging anyone who can keep up, than take on some chick with issues. You can tattoo that on my ass if you don't believe me."
Well readers, he definitely ate his words in “Fighting to Forgive”!
I am very impressed with how “Fighting to Forgive” panned out. At first, going into it, I was a bit skeptical since I had loved Jonah’s story so much (“Fighting For Flight”) but Blake’s one was a pleasant surprise.
Blake, like Jonah, started out as a man whore of endless one night stands. He meets Layla when she takes a position at the training facility for UFL fighters and their worlds are forever turned upside down.
Layla, is like no woman Blake and ever met and literally shakes all of his pre-conceived thoughts of women stemming from his own personal feelings towards his mother:
“ Her story laughs in the face of my preconceived ideas of women. She didn’t show weakness, but immense strength. She wasn’t selfish, but gave up her comforts for another.
Layla chose the fight, the struggle, and the sacrifice.”
As for Layla, Blake isn’t the man she thought him to be. After leaving her abusive husband of over sixteen years, when she meets Blake she immediately labels him as a player and another person who could possibly break her even more.
But of course, since this is their love story, and our male heroine is a steam roller, he breaks through her barriers…it’s just a matter of time!…
•.¸. ♥★
Over all though, what stood out for me is how both characters brought out each other’s demons and insecurities to the surface. Both feed equally off each other’s strengths and weaknesses beautifully and it’s interesting to see the fight they bring each other to face their own personal wars head on.
"Si vis pacem, para bellum." “If you want peace, prepare for war. It means you fight. Anything worth having in this life, you fight to get. And you don’t stop fighting until you get it.”
In a sense, like how the title of the book infers, it’s all about coming to a place of forgiveness in order to move on and having people in your corner to always have your back and to help spur you on.
“Everyone needs someone fighting in their corner, Blake. I’ve never had that, and neither have you. You own my heart, and everything that comes with it.”
I just loved how they shook each other’s foundations and preconceptions of themselves and others and how they all and all heal each other in the end.
•.¸. ♥★
My verdict:
A MUST READ! I cannot stress that enough!
It has everything I wanted: a solid plot, a steamy romance, a strong and opinionated female heroine, and a sexy alpha male!!
There is so many quotes that I love that specifically came from Blake because I loved his kinky and possessive nature over Layla! In fact, I’ll list them since I can’t help myself!
- “She’s hot, cute, and fiery in a way that makes me want to tame her.”
- “You want to know what B.D. stands for?..Big Dick.”
- ”My gaze back to Layla. She’s removed her net-sweater and is walking around in her linenpants and string bikini top. Dammit. I should have marked those gorgeous breasts up with my mouth when I had the chance. That would’ve kept her covered.”
- “I don’t know. I’d be nervous about putting things in my body that I can’t even pronounce.”
“Yeah? Can you pronounce Blake’s Snake?”
“How ‘bout Blake’s tongue? Blake’s finger—”
*Naughty naughty Blake! ;) *
•.¸. ♥★
As of now, I can’t wait for the next book in the series, "Fighting To Forget", which is Rex’s story!! Yay!! I hope after that the next story will be Killian “The Killer” (Jonah’s young fanboy from “Fighting For Flight”) and Layla’s daughter's story and the next after Blake's brother's story since I am very curious about him!!
Pick this up guys when it is released!! You will not be disappointed!!
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November 18, 2013
5 stars
That feeling when I read a book and my heart is beating out my chest, I'm grinning like an idiot at the end anddrooling swooning over the hero doesn't come along often. Layla moves to Vegas to build a new life for herself and her daughter. Starting a new job, let us meet 'the snake' Blake:
I was very satisfied with the pace of their relationship. Blake had a bit of a hard past, Alpha male but cheeky and protective too.
I loved how Blake changed gradually from meeting him in book 1, to seeing his player ways and finally falling in love. The prologue had me intrigued but I wish his big secret was a bit more shocking.
Layla. She was a bit weak and her jumping to conclusions I could have done without. But there was a few times I found myself patting her on the back for sticking up to herself.
I loved this as much as the first book. It is everything I love about a book, lovely romance, great storyline, yummy hero, great side characters (loved Jonah and Blake scenes), fabulous epilogue... Love this book!
ARC provided by the Author. Thank you.
Quotes subject to change
That feeling when I read a book and my heart is beating out my chest, I'm grinning like an idiot at the end and
Some women call me fine, I prefer handsome... Sexy works too, or you can call me Blake.
I was very satisfied with the pace of their relationship. Blake had a bit of a hard past, Alpha male but cheeky and protective too.
Layla: My eyes are up here
Blake: Not looking at your eyes
I loved how Blake changed gradually from meeting him in book 1, to seeing his player ways and finally falling in love. The prologue had me intrigued but I wish his big secret was a bit more shocking.
Layla. She was a bit weak and her jumping to conclusions I could have done without. But there was a few times I found myself patting her on the back for sticking up to herself.
You think I can't handle a few naked boobs? Hate to state the obvious Blake, but that's something I see on a daily basis
I loved this as much as the first book. It is everything I love about a book, lovely romance, great storyline, yummy hero, great side characters (loved Jonah and Blake scenes), fabulous epilogue... Love this book!
ARC provided by the Author. Thank you.
Quotes subject to change
November 26, 2013
3.5--Forgiving--Stars!!
"I know it sounds silly. But, everyone needs someone fighting in their corner, Blake. I've never had that, and neither have you. You own my heart, and everything that comes with it."
I liked this one....but it was pretty predictable and the storyline unfortunately wasn't anything new.
Fighting to Forgive is Blake's story. I fell in love with Blake in Fighting for Flight but he seemed different to me in Forgive. Not that that's a bad thing necessarily because I really liked Blake in Forgive.
Unfortunately I just didn't love Layla.... And I hated the nickname Mouse. I can't think of hardly any positive attributes a mouse might have. Quiet--that's about it. But Layla really wasn't quiet. IDK...I'm at a loss.
Blake and Layla are similar in a lot of ways. Both emotionally abused--Layla by her ex-husband Stew and Blake by his father. Blake isn't looking to settle down....he doesn't want any baggage, kids, ex-husbands or skeletons in the closet to deal with.
Layla is running from her past....just looking to start over with her daughter Elle.
Layla and Blake fight their attraction for each other. Blake especially because she has every mark that he tries to avoid. Eventually they give in to their feelings for each other. Blake was super sweet and sexy and alpha like.
“Mouse… I love you. I’ve never loved anyone in my entire life. And then you come along, and… my music, my fighting? None of it means anything without you. My life means nothing without you.”
Layla was just a bit too insecure and weak for me.
I also didn't care for the drama/conflict...even though the way it went down wasn't as bad as I thought it was going to be. I saw it coming from a mile way.....
Layla...don't you dare do it.
Ugh!! It was like a train wreck just waiting to happen. Thankfully Blake steps up and it all gets resolved relatively pain free.
Everything gets wrapped up nice and neat--almost too nice and neat with the whole SO ANNOYING!!
And what happened to Blake Seemed like things were left a bit open in that regard. Is he going to be a now???
I am looking forward to Rex's story next year....I think. Seeing as I was looking forward to Blake's and it was a little disappointing.
A few final thoughts....
Blake's Dad:
Stewart:
Eve:
"I know it sounds silly. But, everyone needs someone fighting in their corner, Blake. I've never had that, and neither have you. You own my heart, and everything that comes with it."
I liked this one....but it was pretty predictable and the storyline unfortunately wasn't anything new.
Fighting to Forgive is Blake's story. I fell in love with Blake in Fighting for Flight but he seemed different to me in Forgive. Not that that's a bad thing necessarily because I really liked Blake in Forgive.
Unfortunately I just didn't love Layla.... And I hated the nickname Mouse. I can't think of hardly any positive attributes a mouse might have. Quiet--that's about it. But Layla really wasn't quiet. IDK...I'm at a loss.
Blake and Layla are similar in a lot of ways. Both emotionally abused--Layla by her ex-husband Stew and Blake by his father. Blake isn't looking to settle down....he doesn't want any baggage, kids, ex-husbands or skeletons in the closet to deal with.
Layla is running from her past....just looking to start over with her daughter Elle.
Layla and Blake fight their attraction for each other. Blake especially because she has every mark that he tries to avoid. Eventually they give in to their feelings for each other. Blake was super sweet and sexy and alpha like.
“Mouse… I love you. I’ve never loved anyone in my entire life. And then you come along, and… my music, my fighting? None of it means anything without you. My life means nothing without you.”
Layla was just a bit too insecure and weak for me.
I also didn't care for the drama/conflict...even though the way it went down wasn't as bad as I thought it was going to be. I saw it coming from a mile way.....
Layla...don't you dare do it.
Ugh!! It was like a train wreck just waiting to happen. Thankfully Blake steps up and it all gets resolved relatively pain free.
Everything gets wrapped up nice and neat--almost too nice and neat with the whole SO ANNOYING!!
And what happened to Blake Seemed like things were left a bit open in that regard. Is he going to be a now???
I am looking forward to Rex's story next year....I think. Seeing as I was looking forward to Blake's and it was a little disappointing.
A few final thoughts....
Blake's Dad:
Stewart:
Eve:
May 25, 2015
I really enjoyed this one. Blake was a guy that took me by such surprise! He has many layers, and as each one peeled away, I loved him more and more! Review To Come!
April 7, 2019
#mystrangereading Fighting to Forgive by JB Salsbury ⭐️⭐️⭐️ (3 stars) I didn't like the one as much as Fighting for Flight, but I did like Blake and Layla and this storyline. I didn't really like Blake in general in 'Flight', so I struggled to get into this story but when I did I liked his character development and this story. I like Salsbury's writing style quite a bit and will definitely be continuing this series.
October 24, 2013
Ok first I have to start with a massive
to J.B. Salsbury for the ARC generously provided to us at Sizzling Pages we hugely appreciate it.
I have a confession to make. I wasn't expecting much from this book. I know that sounds bad but I really loved Raven in Fighting for Flight| and I figured there was no way I would like the second book as much as the first so I went in preparing for disappointment. I am so glad that I was wrong and this book was just as awesome as the first AND that we got to see a little more of Raven here as well.
Now I know I shouldn't always read a book just because there is a sexy, fighting, man whore as the main character but what can I say they push my buttons. And Blake "The Snake" was definitely a button pusher ;)
I have to admit I was wanting to read his story after our introduction to him in Fighting for Flight.
"Remind me when I decide to settle down to find a girl without baggage. Preferably one with no family." He holds up his hand and starts ticking off fingers with each stipulation. "No kids, ex-husbands, pyscho dads, fucking skeletons in the closet. None of that shit."
"It's gonna take a special girl to put up with your ass, Blake. You got no room to be picky."
"I'm serious, man. I'd rather stay single my entire life, banging anyone who can keep up, than take on some chick with issues. You can tattoo that on my ass if you don't believe me."
Luckily Layla is pretty special even if she is the antithesis of everything Blake wants in a woman.
She is a newly single mom escaping an asshole ex-husband with her teenage daughter to start a new life.
I absolutely loved this story. There seriously is nothing that I could nitpick if I was so inclined. The characters were great the story had me obsessed and the things that came out of Blake's mouth had me wet.
I think the message in this book was beautiful and at no time did I feel like it was being pushed down my throat but when I finished reading and stopped to reflect and write my review I realized that I now had another tattoo I wanted, based on these books.
Overall this is a must read book and I absolutely can't wait to read Rex's story next.
to J.B. Salsbury for the ARC generously provided to us at Sizzling Pages we hugely appreciate it.
I have a confession to make. I wasn't expecting much from this book. I know that sounds bad but I really loved Raven in Fighting for Flight| and I figured there was no way I would like the second book as much as the first so I went in preparing for disappointment. I am so glad that I was wrong and this book was just as awesome as the first AND that we got to see a little more of Raven here as well.
Now I know I shouldn't always read a book just because there is a sexy, fighting, man whore as the main character but what can I say they push my buttons. And Blake "The Snake" was definitely a button pusher ;)
I have to admit I was wanting to read his story after our introduction to him in Fighting for Flight.
"Remind me when I decide to settle down to find a girl without baggage. Preferably one with no family." He holds up his hand and starts ticking off fingers with each stipulation. "No kids, ex-husbands, pyscho dads, fucking skeletons in the closet. None of that shit."
"It's gonna take a special girl to put up with your ass, Blake. You got no room to be picky."
"I'm serious, man. I'd rather stay single my entire life, banging anyone who can keep up, than take on some chick with issues. You can tattoo that on my ass if you don't believe me."
Luckily Layla is pretty special even if she is the antithesis of everything Blake wants in a woman.
She is a newly single mom escaping an asshole ex-husband with her teenage daughter to start a new life.
I absolutely loved this story. There seriously is nothing that I could nitpick if I was so inclined. The characters were great the story had me obsessed and the things that came out of Blake's mouth had me wet.
I think the message in this book was beautiful and at no time did I feel like it was being pushed down my throat but when I finished reading and stopped to reflect and write my review I realized that I now had another tattoo I wanted, based on these books.
Overall this is a must read book and I absolutely can't wait to read Rex's story next.
November 23, 2013
3.5 Fighting Stars
In Fighting for Flight Blake says:
"Remind me when I decide to settle down to find a girl with out baggage. Preferably one with no family." He holds up his hand and starts ticking off fingers with each stipulation. "No kids, ex-husbands, psycho dads, [Effing] skeletons in the closet. None of that [crap],"
Famous last words right? For Blake, it ends up being his saving grace. Some of those things he mentioned is what frees him of his demons and opens him up to a happier world inside his mind and out. He's finally found peace and freedom.
What I liked:
1. Once Blake gives in and set his sights solely on Layla, his eyes were only for her.
2. Once an official couple, always a couple.
3. Loved the epilogue.
4. The songs he sings to Layla and then Axelle to convey his message to them and his heart/love.
5. Blake's birthday presents to Axelle.
6. Raven and Jonah's role in this book and surprise.
7. Blake's nickname of Mouse for Layla.
8. Blake's sweet, loving, and protective side for Layla.
9. Blake's secret locked room.
10. Blake was good for Axelle and Layla.
11. Layla and Blake were great for each other. They helped to free the other one of their demons and helped break down walls and build up love and trust.
12. The other fighters in the training gym.
13. Dual POVs
14. Fast paced
Suspicious Suspects
1. Blake's dad
2. Layla's husband
3. Dr. Z
4. Mr. Gibbs
I knew from the get go that these guys would be on my list to watch out for as they would do something to add to the plot drama or be the cause for it in some way.
Blake grew up with a jerk of a father. He had a talent he had to hide from him and a mother and brother who also lived under the thumb of his father. His dad was a military prick and he had no problems meting out punishments.
Eventually he escapes that life and becomes a fighter. Unfortunately, he also becomes the biggest man-whore as well.
Layla gets pregnant as a teen and ends up with a douchebag of a husband. He sexually, physically and verbally abuses her. She lives in hell for 16 years until she gets out from under his thumb. Or so she thinks...
She meets Blake at the her new job, which happens to be the training gym. They are attracted to each other but he comes off as a horny jerk a lot. He's always looking at her, saying things or implying things that are inappropriate. It's like he has one train of thought when it comes to her: sex. She wants him but fights it. They are both damaged goods and she has a hard time trusting men.
The plot thickens when he starts to really figure out where his heart belongs and she lets her walls down. The chain of events that follow from their meeting each other is what drives the whole plot of the book and all the drama that comes in to play.
Over all I liked this story a bit more than book 1 as I didn't feel like it lost any form of connection to it like book 1 did for a bit. It was a quick paced story and dramas didn't play out too long, thankfully. There were times I wish Blake wasn't highly sexual and that he could keep his thoughts, eyes and actions to himself. However, I knew going in to this , because Of book 1, how Blake was going to be. I just wanted him to be a bit toned down.
Jonah is still my favorite so far of the two.
Be on the look out for Rex's story in: Fighting to Forget.
In Fighting for Flight Blake says:
"Remind me when I decide to settle down to find a girl with out baggage. Preferably one with no family." He holds up his hand and starts ticking off fingers with each stipulation. "No kids, ex-husbands, psycho dads, [Effing] skeletons in the closet. None of that [crap],"
Famous last words right? For Blake, it ends up being his saving grace. Some of those things he mentioned is what frees him of his demons and opens him up to a happier world inside his mind and out. He's finally found peace and freedom.
What I liked:
1. Once Blake gives in and set his sights solely on Layla, his eyes were only for her.
2. Once an official couple, always a couple.
3. Loved the epilogue.
4. The songs he sings to Layla and then Axelle to convey his message to them and his heart/love.
5. Blake's birthday presents to Axelle.
6. Raven and Jonah's role in this book and surprise.
7. Blake's nickname of Mouse for Layla.
8. Blake's sweet, loving, and protective side for Layla.
9. Blake's secret locked room.
10. Blake was good for Axelle and Layla.
11. Layla and Blake were great for each other. They helped to free the other one of their demons and helped break down walls and build up love and trust.
12. The other fighters in the training gym.
13. Dual POVs
14. Fast paced
Suspicious Suspects
1. Blake's dad
2. Layla's husband
3. Dr. Z
4. Mr. Gibbs
I knew from the get go that these guys would be on my list to watch out for as they would do something to add to the plot drama or be the cause for it in some way.
Blake grew up with a jerk of a father. He had a talent he had to hide from him and a mother and brother who also lived under the thumb of his father. His dad was a military prick and he had no problems meting out punishments.
Eventually he escapes that life and becomes a fighter. Unfortunately, he also becomes the biggest man-whore as well.
Layla gets pregnant as a teen and ends up with a douchebag of a husband. He sexually, physically and verbally abuses her. She lives in hell for 16 years until she gets out from under his thumb. Or so she thinks...
She meets Blake at the her new job, which happens to be the training gym. They are attracted to each other but he comes off as a horny jerk a lot. He's always looking at her, saying things or implying things that are inappropriate. It's like he has one train of thought when it comes to her: sex. She wants him but fights it. They are both damaged goods and she has a hard time trusting men.
The plot thickens when he starts to really figure out where his heart belongs and she lets her walls down. The chain of events that follow from their meeting each other is what drives the whole plot of the book and all the drama that comes in to play.
Over all I liked this story a bit more than book 1 as I didn't feel like it lost any form of connection to it like book 1 did for a bit. It was a quick paced story and dramas didn't play out too long, thankfully. There were times I wish Blake wasn't highly sexual and that he could keep his thoughts, eyes and actions to himself. However, I knew going in to this , because Of book 1, how Blake was going to be. I just wanted him to be a bit toned down.
Jonah is still my favorite so far of the two.
Be on the look out for Rex's story in: Fighting to Forget.
April 9, 2015
I'm in love with this series! Blake is my favorite so far. Even after reading the other books, he's still my #1. This series has it all, romance, suspense, intrigue, heartbreak. I just love it!
November 26, 2013
5 Stars!!!
“Anything worth having in this life, you fight to get. And you don’t stop fighting until you get it.”
Okay...I just finished reading this one and let me tell you: WOW! I loved it! I couldn’t put this book down! I really liked Fighting for Flight (the first book in the series) but this one just blew me away!
This is the story of Blake and Layla. Two people fighting their pasts and trying to cope with life. Blake is the absolute playboy- different women every night, no relationships, no love...just fun! He is perfectly fine with his reality until the moment he sees his boss's new assistant. Layla is trying to start her life again. Moving to a new city with her daughter, Layla is determined to change her life for the better. On her first day at her new job she meets Blake- a HOOT and arrogant fighter with a gorgeous body. She doesn’t realise it at first but he will soon become the change she needs.
Layla’s story seriously broke my heart. She struggles to let go of the past but it is not that easy especially with a past like hers. The way Blake helps her cope and overcome her fears is simply amazing. Blake is also struggling with his own demons. In the prologue we meet his excuse of a father and take a glimpse in his childhood. Both of them are “brainwashed and bruised”. But together they are stronger...and they will fight to forgive!
“If you want peace, prepare for war.”
I loved Jonah in Fighting for Flight but Blake is just ten times more amazing!
“It’s amazing how the right woman can change a man. I’ve seen it happen to others, but thought it’d never happen to me. And yet, here I am.”
I can’t wait for Rex Carter's story :)))
“Anything worth having in this life, you fight to get. And you don’t stop fighting until you get it.”
Okay...I just finished reading this one and let me tell you: WOW! I loved it! I couldn’t put this book down! I really liked Fighting for Flight (the first book in the series) but this one just blew me away!
This is the story of Blake and Layla. Two people fighting their pasts and trying to cope with life. Blake is the absolute playboy- different women every night, no relationships, no love...just fun! He is perfectly fine with his reality until the moment he sees his boss's new assistant. Layla is trying to start her life again. Moving to a new city with her daughter, Layla is determined to change her life for the better. On her first day at her new job she meets Blake- a HOOT and arrogant fighter with a gorgeous body. She doesn’t realise it at first but he will soon become the change she needs.
Layla’s story seriously broke my heart. She struggles to let go of the past but it is not that easy especially with a past like hers. The way Blake helps her cope and overcome her fears is simply amazing. Blake is also struggling with his own demons. In the prologue we meet his excuse of a father and take a glimpse in his childhood. Both of them are “brainwashed and bruised”. But together they are stronger...and they will fight to forgive!
“If you want peace, prepare for war.”
I loved Jonah in Fighting for Flight but Blake is just ten times more amazing!
“It’s amazing how the right woman can change a man. I’ve seen it happen to others, but thought it’d never happen to me. And yet, here I am.”
I can’t wait for Rex Carter's story :)))
November 14, 2014
WOW. HOT. Hot. Hot. The sexual tension had me going to bed early just so i could get back to Blake and Layla. Amazing! This had it all-sex, humor, sarcasm, suspense, drama, heat+++ and a sexy alpha male you want to smack, but soon discover so much more hidden beneath the surface. Love that!
November 19, 2013
* 5 BIG stars! *
Ladies and gents.. take note. That is exactly how you write a sequel. So often these days I wait months and months for a sequel, feeling so excited and I'm.. disappointed. It's not as good as the first, I lose interested and ultimately wish I had never bothered. I was SO pleased that that wasn't the case here.
Anyone who read Fighting for Flight will remember Blake and, if you're anything like me, already be loving him big time. The second I knew the next book in the series was going to be his I was excited. He's in an interesting character and it doesn't hurt that he's a hot as hell fighter. But that's not all.. he has another secret talent, aside from his fighting, that just knocks other book boyfriends to the floor in comparison. He was all kinds of perfect.
Layla was quite literally the most perfect woman for Blake, in every sense of the word. Having both come from a life of pain, abusive relationships and parents who couldn't give a damn, not only did they have an intense physical connection, but an emotional one too. They got each other in every way and reading about them both overcoming their struggles made an incredible story. Layla was finally able to escape her abusive husband, moving her and her daughter, Axelle, to Las Vegas to start anew. There was no annoying indecisiveness on Layla's part.. she knew she wanted Blake, but she also knew she had a lifetime of pain to deal with beforehand. I understood and appreciated every one of her worries.
[author]J.B. Salsbury]'s writing once again doesn't disappoint. Who knew that reading about the UFL could be so interesting? I know for sure I didn't and now I'm thinking I need to investigate this a little more and see what I am missing out on ;) Ok.. all jokes aside, the writing in this book keeps you hooked from start to finish. I love the knowledge of the UFL, I love that she is able to have you feeling all kinds of emotions and I especially enjoyed seeing the womaniser Blake turn in to a guy full of so much love not only for Layla, but her daughter too.
Before I forget I have to mention the ending, mainly the epilogue.. It's not often these days that I get a little teary eyed when reading an ending, not unless it's really out of this world. This one was out of this world and I had full on tears. It was beyond beautiful and the perfect way to end the book. I'm already looking forward to book #3 and will be stalking Jamie's Facebook Fan page for a release date.. teaser.. anything.
*Reviewing for The Hopeless Romantics Book Blog as part of the 'Fighting to Forgive' blog tour.*
Ladies and gents.. take note. That is exactly how you write a sequel. So often these days I wait months and months for a sequel, feeling so excited and I'm.. disappointed. It's not as good as the first, I lose interested and ultimately wish I had never bothered. I was SO pleased that that wasn't the case here.
Anyone who read Fighting for Flight will remember Blake and, if you're anything like me, already be loving him big time. The second I knew the next book in the series was going to be his I was excited. He's in an interesting character and it doesn't hurt that he's a hot as hell fighter. But that's not all.. he has another secret talent, aside from his fighting, that just knocks other book boyfriends to the floor in comparison. He was all kinds of perfect.
"Well, fuck me. What's a girl like you doing in a dirty mind like mine?"
Layla was quite literally the most perfect woman for Blake, in every sense of the word. Having both come from a life of pain, abusive relationships and parents who couldn't give a damn, not only did they have an intense physical connection, but an emotional one too. They got each other in every way and reading about them both overcoming their struggles made an incredible story. Layla was finally able to escape her abusive husband, moving her and her daughter, Axelle, to Las Vegas to start anew. There was no annoying indecisiveness on Layla's part.. she knew she wanted Blake, but she also knew she had a lifetime of pain to deal with beforehand. I understood and appreciated every one of her worries.
"Layla chose the fight, the struggle, and the sacrifice."
[author]J.B. Salsbury]'s writing once again doesn't disappoint. Who knew that reading about the UFL could be so interesting? I know for sure I didn't and now I'm thinking I need to investigate this a little more and see what I am missing out on ;) Ok.. all jokes aside, the writing in this book keeps you hooked from start to finish. I love the knowledge of the UFL, I love that she is able to have you feeling all kinds of emotions and I especially enjoyed seeing the womaniser Blake turn in to a guy full of so much love not only for Layla, but her daughter too.
"I know it sounds silly. But, everyone needs someone fighting in their corner, Blake. I've never had that, and neither have you. You own my heart, and everything that comes with it."
Before I forget I have to mention the ending, mainly the epilogue.. It's not often these days that I get a little teary eyed when reading an ending, not unless it's really out of this world. This one was out of this world and I had full on tears. It was beyond beautiful and the perfect way to end the book. I'm already looking forward to book #3 and will be stalking Jamie's Facebook Fan page for a release date.. teaser.. anything.
*Reviewing for The Hopeless Romantics Book Blog as part of the 'Fighting to Forgive' blog tour.*
October 21, 2013
J.B. Salsbury did it again. This book is
engaging..
hot...
passionate...
romantic... &
heartening.
This time it's about Blake a.k.a. Snake and Layla.
For Blake, women are weak, and he prefers them Easy and predictable, and without complication. Until Layla…
Layla is broken, got raped, got pregnant and forced into marriage to save face at the age of 16… Emotionally abused by her husband, has made her insecure and terrified. After finally having the courage to leave her abusive husband, she vows to never let another man hurt her.
Two broken individual who are completely drawn to each other.
I love reading both Layla and Blake's POV. And the ending? It was just perfect!
Arc kindly provided to Slitsread from JB Salsbury for an honest review.
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engaging..
hot...
passionate...
romantic... &
heartening.
This time it's about Blake a.k.a. Snake and Layla.
For Blake, women are weak, and he prefers them Easy and predictable, and without complication. Until Layla…
Layla is broken, got raped, got pregnant and forced into marriage to save face at the age of 16… Emotionally abused by her husband, has made her insecure and terrified. After finally having the courage to leave her abusive husband, she vows to never let another man hurt her.
Two broken individual who are completely drawn to each other.
I love reading both Layla and Blake's POV. And the ending? It was just perfect!
Arc kindly provided to Slitsread from JB Salsbury for an honest review.
Blog/FB Page : https://www.facebook.com/SLiTsReaD
Booklikes link : http://casperfitz.booklikes.com/post/...
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