Guys like Joel Wentworth weren't meant to fall in love with girls like me. He could have had his pick of the girls on campus but somehow the laws of nature were defied and we fell crazy in love. And for a short time I thought it would be for infinity.
On July 10, 2006, straight after graduation, Joel left for New York and despite him wanting me to go with him, I refused, unwilling to disappoint my parents and risk the judgment of my friends. I never saw him again. Never even spoke to him.
I've spent the last eight years working hard to put my career front and center in my life, dodging any personal complications - I have a strict no dating policy. I've managed to piece together a reality that works for me. Until now.
Now, Joel's coming back to London.
And I need to get over him before he gets over here.
*Not suitable for younger readers due to sexual content and language.*
Publication Date: July 15, 2014
Review by Karen Lee
Ava has had the same group of five friends for over 10 years. Having lived together at the university, they have all remained close as the years passed. There was one friend who went to New York to start a career, and everyone is gathering to welcome him back to London. The lost love of Ava’s life, Joel is returning.
Ava has worked long, hard hours to get to the professional level she is at. A lawyer who works the hours as she has is bound to do well. What her friends didn’t know, is that the reason she worked herself to death, is that her heart had never recovered from the heartbreak of losing Joel. He had visited London from time to time, but Ava always used work as an excuse to stay away when everyone got together. She knew she was the reason they were not together anymore, but she just couldn’t stomach the idea that he had moved on and was with someone new.
Not wanting to look pathetic and lonely, Ava goes on several blind dates hoping to make a connection, anything to get Joel off her mind. But now Joel is back and Ava realizes nothing has changed in how she feels about him. She still loves him and all the time hasn’t diminished the love she still has for this man. But should she try to fix what she broke 8 years ago and how do you go about fixing a broken heart?
This was a great read. The friends seemed like real people, people you the reader would go have drinks with. Great writing and Joel was just yummy. Loved the book, 4.5 stars!
About the Author
I write sexy, contemporary romance novels. My first novel Faithful was released in April 2014 and the second, Hopeful, was released July 15 2014.
Ruined by romantic mini-series of the eighties, I love all things romantic. There's not enough of it in real life so I'll settle for books and films.
Ruined by romantic mini-series of the eighties, I love all things romantic. There's not enough of it in real life so I'll settle for books and films.
I love the rain, the West Wing, London, days when you don't have to wear make-up, being alone, being with friends, elephants and champagne.
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