logo
Wrong email address or username
Wrong email address or username
Incorrect verification code
back to top
Search tags: Wrapped
Load new posts () and activity
Like Reblog Comment
review 2019-12-14 17:56
Wrapped Up in You by Jill Shalvis
Wrapped Up in You (Heartbreaker Bay, #8) - Jill Shalvis

I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.

 

Ivy has been on her own since she was sixteen but lately, she wants to put some roots down. She's slowly starting to warm up to her group of friends and the new guy Kel, is catching her eye.

Kel is on leave from his job as a sheriff after being betrayed by one of his cops. When his cousin introduces him to Ivy, he's instantly attracted to her and her spicy tacos.

Ivy and Kel have family drama and they're both scared to open up but they just can't stay away from each other.

 

She wanted him. Quite badly, if her racing pulse meant anything. He was so . . . what, exactly? Steady? Tough? Intense and yet somehow easygoing, not to mention also extremely easy on the eyes?

 

Eighth in the Heartbreaker series, Wrapped Up in You gives a little bit of a crossover with Kel from the Animal Magnetism series. I haven't read any other books in Heartbreaker and that might have hurt some of the emotional connections I was missing. Characters that were stars from previous books, acting as secondary characters here, were never overwhelming to me as a newcomer but I never fully felt the friendship between the women and Ivy or a emotional familial connection between Kel and his cousin. Kel and Ivy spend the majority of the time together and are the focus, which works for highlighting their relationship, but it hurt my feeling their connection to the world Shalvis has created.

 

Kel's background in Idaho and all the drama that went down there happened away from this book and his utter lack of desire to return to what was his home gave more of missing piece to his character for me rather than emphasizing his desire to stay in California for and with Ivy and his family. His family drama with his mother also felt tacked on as I struggled to get a sense of Kel, let alone his secondary family members and their relationship.

 

I connected with Ivy's character more, her family drama and relationship with brother provided some end of story angst. I would have liked more scenes with her and her friends to get more of a feel and emotional connection to why she suddenly wanted to put down roots in this city (as a new reader to the series, something that continuous readers might have a better feel for).

 

But he slowly pulled back and ran a thumb along her jawline. “I knew you were going to be trouble the very first moment I laid eyes on you.”

Hello, I’ve been trying to tell you that very thing!”

Snatching her hand in his, he grinned at her, a very sexy, very naughty grin, as if maybe he thought she was the very best kind of trouble, and led her through the alley to his truck.

 

Ivy and Kel had an immediate attraction and they act on wanting each other pretty quickly; I think it was around 20% the question of if they're a “we” was being discussed. I personally enjoy more of a building up and thought their relationship lacked the certain fun and sexy vibe Shalvis can sometimes give her lead's relationship.

 

Overall, Shalvis stories are always readable but with Kel's seeing his mother cheat on his father and feelings of abandonment, Ivy's brother struggling with going straight and the slight danger element from this, and their two week romance that lead to a together forever I couldn't quite feel and believe in, this lacked the Shalvis joie de vivre that keeps me reading her books.

Like Reblog Comment
show activity (+)
text 2019-12-12 20:11
Reading Update: 50%
Wrapped Up in You (Heartbreaker Bay, #8) - Jill Shalvis

Cold and snowy in my part of the world, calls for salsa verde enchiladas and a romance with some holiday vibes

 

Wrapped Up in You by Jill Shalvis purchase link

 

Honey Lime Salsa Verde Chicken Enchiladas recipe

I highly, highly recommend this recipe. The filling will keep for a few days, I just love the taste of these!

 

 

 

Like Reblog Comment
show activity (+)
review 2019-12-11 17:03
Wrapped Up In You
Wrapped Up in You (Heartbreaker Bay, #8) - Jill Shalvis

Heartbreaker Bay, Book 8

I Picked Up This Book Because: Continue the series.

The Characters:

Ivy Snow:
Kel O’Donnell:


The Story:

I always enjoy my time in Heartbreak Bay and am so happy to visit again. This story had the perfect amounts of danger, heart, complication and sexiness. Family relationships are hard, trusting people is hard and when you’ve been through what Kel and Ivy had been through hard doesn’t even begin to cut it. I’m glad they found each other and learned to overcome the past.

The Random Thoughts:



The Score Card:

description

4 Stars

Like Reblog Comment
show activity (+)
review 2019-10-06 14:53
Blog Tour w/Review - Wrapped Up In You

It’s love. Trust me.

 

After a lifetime on the move, Ivy Snow is an expert in all things temporary—schools, friends, and way too many Mr. Wrongs. Now that she owns a successful taco truck in San Francisco and an apartment to call home, Ivy’s reinvented life is on solid ground. And she’s guarded against anything that can rock it. Like the realities of a past she’s worked hard to cover up. And especially Kel O’Donnell. Too hot not to set off alarms, he screams temporary. If only his whispers weren’t so delightfully naughty and irresistible.

 

Kel, an Idaho sheriff and ranch owner, is on vacay, but Ivy’s a spicy reason to give his short-term plans a second thought. Best of all, she’s a tonic for his untrusting heart, burned once and still in repair. But when Ivy’s past intrudes on a perfect romance, Kel fears that everything she’s told him has been a perfect lie. Now, if only Ivy’s willing to share, Kel will fight for a true love story.

 

About the Book:

 

Wrapped Up In You by Jill Shalvis

 

Series: Heartbreaker Bay

Genre: Adult, Contemporary Romance

Publisher: Avon Books

Publication Date: September 24, 2019

 

Purchase Your Copy Today!


Amazon  |  Avon Romance  |  Barnes & NobleGoogle Play  |  iBooks

 

 

Excerpt:

 

“I’m the law.”

 

“The law can be dirty,” she said.

 

“True.” He let a teasing smile come into his voice. “And I can be very dirty, but only off duty, and only if you ask real nice.”

 

She laughed out loud at that, the sound both soft and musical. “Okay, I’ll give this to you—you’re funny. And maybe also sexy as hell, but this isn’t happening.”

 

Sexy as hell? He’d take that any day of the week. “We’re just talking.”

 

“Uh huh,” she said dryly. “But when men talk, they think they’re flirting, and to them flirting leads to everything else, which is always a disappointment. And if I wanted to be disappointed,” she said, “I could just go inside and watch The Bachelor.”

 

“How do you know I’d disappoint?”

 

“You’re a man, aren’t you?”

 

 

 

 

 

Wrapped Up in You (Heartbreaker Bay, #8)Wrapped Up in You by Jill Shalvis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is book #8, in the Heartbreaker Bay series. This book can be read as a standalone novel. To avoid spoilers, and to greater understand the series, I recommend reading this in order.

Ivy has never been able to really count on anyone. She is finally building a home for herself and her business. Now with feelings creeping in for someone who will not be staying, she is starting to feel vulnerable again.

Kel has issues of trust on his own. Feeling like Ivy is hiding something is hindering what could be a new relationship for them both. Can they move beyond the past and create of future together?

This book felt truly like a slow burn. The heat is there and each chapter stokes the flames until finally you know the fire is coming. I loved the banter among the characters. I also enjoyed a peek into the previous characters from this series we all love.


***This early copy was given in exchange for an honest review.

View all my reviews

 

 

 

Tour Wide Giveaway:

To celebrate the release of WRAPPED UP IN YOU by Jill Shalvis, we’re giving away one paperback copy of Hot Winter Nights by Jill Shalvis!

GIVEAWAY TERMS & CONDITIONS:  Open to US shipping addresses only. One winner will receive a paperback copy of Hot Winter Nights by Jill Shalvis.  This giveaway is administered by Pure Textuality PR. Giveaway ends 10/7/2019 @ 11:59pm EST.  CLICK HERE TO ENTER! 

 

 

About Jill Shalvis:

New York Times bestselling author JILL SHALVIS lives in a small town in the Sierras full of quirky characters. Any resemblance to the quirky characters in her books is, um, mostly coincidental. Look for Jill’s bestselling, award-winning books wherever romances are sold and visit her website for a complete book list and daily blog detailing her city-girl-living-in-the-mountains adventures.

 

Website  |  Facebook  |  Twitter  |  Goodreads  |  Amazon

 

 

This promotion is brought to you by Pure Textuality.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Like Reblog Comment
text 2019-10-06 07:10
Blog Tour w/Review - Wrapped Up In You

It’s love. Trust me.

 

After a lifetime on the move, Ivy Snow is an expert in all things temporary—schools, friends, and way too many Mr. Wrongs. Now that she owns a successful taco truck in San Francisco and an apartment to call home, Ivy’s reinvented life is on solid ground. And she’s guarded against anything that can rock it. Like the realities of a past she’s worked hard to cover up. And especially Kel O’Donnell. Too hot not to set off alarms, he screams temporary. If only his whispers weren’t so delightfully naughty and irresistible.

 

Kel, an Idaho sheriff and ranch owner, is on vacay, but Ivy’s a spicy reason to give his short-term plans a second thought. Best of all, she’s a tonic for his untrusting heart, burned once and still in repair. But when Ivy’s past intrudes on a perfect romance, Kel fears that everything she’s told him has been a perfect lie. Now, if only Ivy’s willing to share, Kel will fight for a true love story.

 

 

About the Book: 

 

Wrapped Up In You by Jill Shalvis

Series: Heartbreaker Bay

Genre: Adult , Contemporary Romance

Publisher: Avon Books

Publication Date: September 24, 2019

 

Purchase Your Copy Today!


Amazon  |  Avon Romance  |  Barnes & NobleGoogle Play  |  iBooks

 

 

Excerpt:

 

“I’m the law.”

 

“The law can be dirty,” she said.

 

“True.” He let a teasing smile come into his voice. “And I can be very dirty, but only off duty, and only if you ask real nice.”

 

She laughed out loud at that, the sound both soft and musical. “Okay, I’ll give this to you—you’re funny. And maybe also sexy as hell, but this isn’t happening.”

 

Sexy as hell? He’d take that any day of the week. “We’re just talking.”

 

“Uh huh,” she said dryly. “But when men talk, they think they’re flirting, and to them flirting leads to everything else, which is always a disappointment. And if I wanted to be disappointed,” she said, “I could just go inside and watch The Bachelor.”

 

“How do you know I’d disappoint?”

 

“You’re a man, aren’t you?”

 

 

Tour Wide Giveaway:

To celebrate the release of WRAPPED UP IN YOU by Jill Shalvis, we’re giving away one paperback copy of Hot Winter Nights by Jill Shalvis!

GIVEAWAY TERMS & CONDITIONS:  Open to US shipping addresses only. One winner will receive a paperback copy of Hot Winter Nights by Jill Shalvis.  This giveaway is administered by Pure Textuality PR. Giveaway ends 10/7/2019 @ 11:59pm EST.  CLICK HERE TO ENTER! 

 

 

About Jill Shalvis:

New York Times bestselling author JILL SHALVIS lives in a small town in the Sierras full of quirky characters. Any resemblance to the quirky characters in her books is, um, mostly coincidental. Look for Jill’s bestselling, award-winning books wherever romances are sold and visit her website for a complete book list and daily blog detailing her city-girl-living-in-the-mountains adventures.

 

Website  |  Facebook  |  Twitter  |  Goodreads  |  Amazon

 

 

This promotion is brought to you by Pure Textuality.

 

 

 

 

 

 

More posts
Your Dashboard view:
Need help?