Title: Dark Universe (The Universe Series #2)
Author : Devon Herrera
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Release Date: October 28, 2013
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Hosted by: Love Between the Sheets Promotions
Synopsis
What do you do when your whole life is played out as atonement for someone else’s mistakes? Lola has spent her life in the shadow of her older brother, until one day he does the unforgiveable and is disowned from the family. Now her parents are putting pressure on her to get married, have children, and live the perfect life. If she can do all this, maybe it will wash away the guilt they harbor for her brother’s mistakes. She’s completely set against it, and refuses to ever fall in love. Until Drake Thomas knocks on her door. What do you do when the one person you trust the least is yourself? Ever since Drake was a boy he’s been alone. That was the way he wanted it. His father was abusive and he learned at a very young age that he has the same anger living inside of him. Terrified that he’ll one day become the man who ruined his life, he stays away from relationships of any kind. Will they be able to move past their misconceptions about themselves and each other, or will they learn that not only can they love, but together they are stronger? Only the Universe knows.
Dark Universe is a stand alone book, but I would definitely recommend reading the first in the 'Universe' series-Sapphire universe (links below) to get the full feeling of all the characters and meet the delectable Connor. It is told in dual POV, which totally works for drake and Lola's story. Devon does a great job at getting into the mind of a man.
I just love Devon's style of writing. It's so easy to lose yourself in the world she creates and devour the characters she brings to life. I really enjoyed the first in the 'Universe' series and i'm pleased to say I enjoyed this one more. Devon has grown notably as an author an her ability to tell this story, sucked me into Drake and Lola's world.
Lola is a sassy, smart mouthed and a whole bundle of fun. It's obvious why she attracts men easily. She's most men's dream come true. She can keep up with the best of them when it comes to riding horses, drinking and many other pursuits! Like most women, after being hurt by a douche bag ex, she swears off relationships. Even when she meets Drake, and feels the gravitational pull like never before, she try's to keep it simple. The Universe has other plans and Drake is about to shift her world on it's axis.
'I don't sleep around, I'm not a virgin by any means, but my panties stay on until the time of my choosing. And trust me, i'm choosy. If you're a total tool, you can count on going home alone every night.'
Drake- Ah, sweet, sexy, freaking HOT COWBOY!! There's not a lot that's sexier than a man that can ride. And ride, he can ;) I had forgotten how much I love a cowboy until he came along. He needs somewhere to stable his horse, and a place to work. Lola's father gives him work, and pretty soon, Lola and Drake are kicking up the dust and rolling in the hay. Their banter had me chuckling all the way through. Drake certainly gives Lola a run for her money and she doesn't get away with her smart remarks and pranks. She has certainly met her equal.
'I didn't think I could possibly deserve a woman like you. I still don't, but i'm too fucking selfish to give a shit.'
With every story, you know there's going to be a twist. When I sussed out what that was, I was like 'Oh man, that's gonna hurt...shit, how are they gonna get around that?' What I didn't expect was how it was all going to come together in the climax, jeez, talk about holding your breath!
'Love is never black and white. People are never wrong or right. it's all about choices. You can choose to be with her, and be what she needs, or not. You can't choose to love her, but you sure as hell can choose how you do it.'
This isn't an epically long read, but it delivers none the less. The characters are believable, sweet and very funny. The story is easy to pick up and hard to put down, a perfect combination if you ask me.
4-4.5 STARS
Excerpt
My hackles rise and I look him dead in the eyes and plant a finger in his chest. “What exactly do you want with her, Connor? Because these questions, they come with some heavy answers. Nina isn’t going to be easy or normal and it’s going to be rocky, so if she is just a challenge or some passing fling in a small town you’re visiting, you better just cut your losses now. I had no control over her being hurt the first time, and failed at protecting her the second, so I will not allow there to be a third. You get me?” I stab my finger deeper into his chest and glare up into his baby blues, putting every ounce of threat I can muster into my words. “You don’t need to worry about that. I’m more likely to get hurt than she is at this point.” His words completely shock me. Guys don’t ever admit to things like that. “Now, I hate to be rude, but Nina is going to be out of the shower any minute now and I have some things to say to her when she does. If you’re here when she gets out, she’ll use you as an excuse to get out of facing whatever progress I made with her last night.” I smile wide at him and pat him on the shoulder. “It’s about time that girl had someone to care about again.” I walk towards the door and turn around before exiting, to hammer the point home. “Connor, I like you, but if you hurt her, I will not hesitate to nail your balls to my fence post and leave you for the birds, understood?” Connor’s hand instinctively goes to protect the object in question and swallows. “Like I said, unnecessary, but yea… I hear you. You know, you’re sort of scary.” I look up at the hulking man who outweighs me by at least seventy pounds and has a good eight inches on me and smile.
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About the Author
I am a wife of a U.S Army Soldier and mother of a beautiful little girl. I work for the Wyoming Department of Revenue in Cheyenne Wyoming, and no we don't still ride horses out here. I've been in love with reading since I first discovered the Harry Potter series in 4th grade. I don't just read a good book I devour it. After reading hundreds of novels I finally bit the bullet and sat down to write one of my own. I had an idea in my head and as soon as I started writing, the story seemed to play out right infront of me. Nothing has ever felt so natural. About 10 chapters into it I decided that I was going to take the plunge and get it self published as an Ebook. "Sapphire Universe" is a Contemporary Romance novel for adults, because lets face it, I'm female. Romance is what I like to read so it's what I'm going to write. Thank you so much for your support, and I can't wait for you to read The Universe Series.
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