Julie Archer

Once upon a time, Seth fathered a child. The thing about small towns though...everyone is in everyone else's business and decides the truth for themselves. Same goes here, and Seth became the bad guy...until he fell in with the bad guys and took the fall. Time served later, and his lesson learned, he's trying to rebuild his life...and the sudden appearance of his son after some time, while not unwelcome, is certainly not something he was prepared for. Noah is taking things in stride as best he can. After losing his closest family members and being uprooted from the home and friends he knew, any acting out would be acceptable to a certain degree. With the help of the new guidance counselor, and a dad that's really trying, he has a support system already built in...even when he does something completely off the rails. Question though...what about SETH'S support system? Who's there for him? Oh so many, if only he'll let them...

This is another short(ish) story that doesn't really detail out every situation or backstory, but it does so enough the it's enjoyable, relatable, and will have you glued to the epage. I accepted Seth for what he was, though I admit to a short bout of what-the-heck-is-wrong-with-you when certain events evoke unexpected consequences. He was trying, mostly hard, and he's human, so yeah...hat's off or wrenches up. I really felt Ainsley's story though. Trying to get her feet beneath her again, and strike out on her own. She hit several potholes along the way, but kept trying, kept pushing, and ended up with a stable job, good friends, and a chance to make a forever with an unexpected someone that just might be her perfect match.

So, if you're looking for a great add to your summer reading list, or to wile away a lazy afternoon, get yourself into a bit of trouble with this great read!


**ebook received for review; opinions are my own… (lisätietoja)

Minor Trouble by Julie Archer
Single Dad’s Romance Series

When Seth steps up to be a father to his thirteen-year-old son he doesn’t know what he is in for. Noah’s mother kept them apart for her own reasons doing neither father nor son any favors when they must come together and form a family together. Into this difficult situation the high school guidance counsellor steps to assist them assimilate and adjust as they move forward.

What I liked:
* Seth: mechanic, ex-con, father, good friend, focused, genuine, caring, clueless at times but good hearted and eager to do a good job with his son.
* Noah: Seth’s son, grieving the loss of his mother, grandparents, and everyone and everything he lost as he tries to adjust to a completely different life.
* The way Noah was there for Pepper
* The way Pepper befriended Noah
* The way Maddox offered Seth a helping hand when he needed it
* The way Lyla stepped in to help Ainsley out and became her friend
* Marlena: landlord to Ainsley, wise, good person, helpful, genuine
* The small town feel of the story
* That there was no huge drama and the trouble that developed between Seth and Ainsley was easily and quickly fixed
* The feel-good ending
* That there was an eventual happily ever after

Comments:
* This was a short easy read that was fairly predictable but also satisfying
* There was one scene I questioned as I felt it was not rational/believable behavior of Ainsley and Seth with Noah nearby.

Did I enjoy this book? Yes
Would I read more by this author? I think I would

Thank you to IndiePenPR for the ARC – This is my honest review.

3-4 Stars… (lisätietoja)

Rivers of Ink by Julie Archer  
Strangers in the night become soulmates in the light of day. Callen and Alicia meet at a turbulent time in their lives. Tragedy has rendered him incapable of hope and struggling to move forward. Alicia is at a crossroads, searching for a sense of who she is destined to become. Fate has the answers they are looking for, but the heart seems to keep getting in the way. Rivers of Ink has the power to break the heart as it sets out to restore the true meaning of faith. Poignant and realistic romance.… (lisätietoja)