A WILD RIDE SPOTLIGHT & GIVEAWAY

Title: A Wild Ride

Series: Thompson & Sons

Author: Vivian Arend

Genre: Contemporary

Blurb:

He’s the golden boy with a secret past

When Nicole Adams abruptly cancels their secret fling, Troy Thompson is stunned. The sex between them is sizzling, but she’s ready to move on—find a reliable guy, settle down, pop out a few babies. The thought of Nic in another man’s arms is maddening. And while her agenda freaks him out, Troy knows there’s no one in town nearly good enough for her. No one, that is, except him.

She’s his redemption and his future

Nicole doesn’t regret her sexual romp with Troy, but when he insists on taking the next step with her—marriage and parenthood—she figures he’s out of his mind. Troy? Husband and daddy material? Oh, he’s sexy beyond belief, with the ability to melt her panties with a single command, but the man’s not known for being responsible. Trying for forever with Mr. Frivolous? Everyone thinks it’s a fool’s game.

Everyone except Troy, who’s determined to make Nicole see the real him under the shiny exterior.

I’m super excited for the final book in the Thompson & Sons series from Vivian Arend. I had heard about Vivian for years, but the Thompson & Sons series is the first books I read, so they hold a special place in my heart. I’ve since gone on to ready everything Vivian has every written and absolutely love her books.

Vivian is nice enough to give away a print copy of the first book in the Thompson & Sons series, Rocky Ride to one (1) lucky winner. Please comment on this post for a chance to win your very own copy of Rocky Ride to see how the series begins.

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LET IT RIDE (THOMPSON & SONS #3)

He’s her rock in the midst of the storm

When Maggie Ward’s world is torn apart by sudden tragedy, the only thing that makes her days bearable is Clay Thompson’s unwavering presence. He’s protective, caring, and everything she could ask for in a friend. But when she finds herself longing for more than friendship, it will take a little seduction to convince the stubborn mechanic she’s ready to start living again.

She’s his heart, whether he knows it or not

Clay Thompson’s got the taking-care-of-others business down pat, only he’s never faced this particular challenge before—the one woman he’s always wanted is unexpectedly his to care for. Suddenly it’s not just responsibility driving him, but a wild desire to make Maggie truly his. But following his heart might mean sacrificing the family he’s held together for years.

Release Date: May 19, 2015

Thompson & Sons #3 Rocky Mountain House #10

Review copy provided by author

I'm a huge fan of Vivian Arend and absolutely love her Thompson & Sons and Rocky Mountain House series. I was really excited to finally get Clay Thompson's story.

I enjoyed Let It Ride very much. I have to say it was tough to read Maggie and Clay's loss when Maggie's husband Cameron dies. Cameron was the love of Maggie's life and Clay's best friend. I have to admit this book made me cry a few times. I knew Clay had always been attracted to Maggie and knew he would never act on that attraction if he didn't know Maggie wanted him in return.

I loved that Maggie was the one to make the first move. Honestly Clay and Maggie becoming a couple worked for me better because Maggie was the one to make that first move. I worried how their friends and family would react to their relationship, and knew there would be someone who wouldn't agree with them moving on together. I have to say it still broke my heart who and how the person approached Clay about the situation.

While Let It Ride started out sad, it ended up being a wonderful emotion filled romance. I’m a fan of reading books in a series in order, but do feel like you could read Let It Ride as a stand-alone and not be too lost in the series.

One Sexy Ride

His goal is to stand firm 

As the middle child in a big family, Len Thompson has found it easy to slip under the radar. His relationships outside the family-run garage tend to run a mile wide but only an inch deep as he keeps his heart, body and soul protected. But when the one woman he’s always wanted makes it known she’ll soon be leaving town, he can't resist letting her into his carefully constructed fortress. 

Her gift is rocking his world 

Chasing her best friend’s big brother has both entertained and frustrated Janey for years. She’s not sure what triggered his change of heart, but hell, yeah, she’ll accept it. All of it. Every kiss, every touch, every bit of body-shaking pleasure. Working to meet her renovation deadline is suddenly not nearly as interesting as the mind-blowing escapades she's enjoying with the big sexy mechanic. 

When old fears threaten, Len must finally choose—face his past or let their future crumble. 

Released June 19, 2014

I'm a huge fan of Vivian Arend and can't thank my friend Heather enough for recommending her books to me. One Sexy Ride is the 2nd book in the Thompson & Sons series. I was provided a review copy with the promise of an honest review.

Janey and Len are both such strong characters. Janey has gone against everything her parents want her to do to start her own business. I loved Janey and Len as a couple. They had a great connection and off the charts chemistry. Len was a complicated character for me. I knew he had loved Janey pretty much forever, yet was only interested in her because she was planning to move away soon. I'm just going to warn you in advance to have tissues available while reading this book. Len totally broke my heart at one point in this book. Part due to what he did, but the biggest part was why he did it. Not going to lie, I had an ugly cry going on at one point. Luckily not long after I was able to 

Janey and Len are one of my favorite couples ever written by Vivian Arend. While I'm big on reading books in a series in order, I think One Sexy Ride will read fine as a stand-alone if you want to start with this book.