I think this book was written especially for me. It's the genre I love, AND it all takes place on a reality TV show (yes, I'm addicted to reality television), and to say I enjoyed this book would be an understatement....I LOVED this book. It's not all about reality TV, so don't be put off, this book is so much more. 'Matched' is written by 2 of the best authors in the business, SE Hall and Angela Graham, and they definitely didn't disappoint with this one.
The story is based around a group of celebrities that are put into a house with a personal friend, and they are matched to their soul mate by a computer. They need to compete in different tasks and challenges together to eventually find out their true soul mate, but, does the computer always get it right?? You'll have to read it to find out.
I was hooked on this book from the first chapter, and I couldn't put it down until I found out how everything panned out. Some I predicted, and some decisions, I was totally shocked by.
In 'Matched' we might some great characters, that I fell in love with instantly, and others that I had a love-hate relationship with. This story isn't all about the TV show, there are so many side stories going on that I was constantly learning more about each and every person in the house. I even loved the nasty ones, they were written so well, that I really enjoyed the banter and conflict between them and some of the favourites.
There are a few favourite characters to watch out for. Cruz was unbelievable, and will always hold a place in my heart. His honesty, and protectiveness of his sister, along with his devilish good looks and charming ways had me hoping that he'd find the right soul mate. There were so many girls in the book that I loved, Harlow, Jas, Emma, and Callie made me want friends just like them.
The authors have written an amazing book here. I fell in love, laughed, and, yes, I cried at times. There were several parts that I was not expecting. I'd predict what I thought would happen, and I was usually wrong, so there were times I had to re-read to make sure it was right.
If you want a fun, addictive read, that will have you begging for it to never end, do yourself a favour, and read 'Matched'. I highly recommend it. <3
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Entangled by S.E.Hall
Things heat up, and not just the Georgia summertime, when Dane and Laney go head to head over plans for her new duplex. But Laney's got his number, and knows just how to coerce her bossy, domineering man. Spend the summer with the gang and find out...just how many is a crowd?
30k words
The members of the Evolve Crew are getting older; so is the content.
MATURE audiences recommended.
Optimal reading order: Emerge, Embrace, Entangled
If you ask me "Your favourite Dane or Evan?", I will always choose Evan, but Dane isn't very far behind him and I've always thought Laney made the right choice, especially after reading Entangled, the two are perfect together. No matter how stubborn either character is being they are always able to resolve their differences so quickly because of their love for each other. Dane is so sweet, constantly showering Laney with love and affection, not just with gifts but words and letters that make me want to cry with how beautiful they are. Not only is this book full of gorgeous moments between the two main characters and some with the crew, there are also parts that had me laughing out loud at the hilarious conversations that Dane and Laney shared, as well as at funny comments from the rest of the characters. Loved this book just as much as the first two in the Evolve series and look forward to reading the next book 'Entice' when it is released. 5/5<3 s
Embrace by S.E.Hall
After the romantic gesture of the century, Evan Allen is now faced with no friends, ineligible to play ball...and too late to get the girl.
He's starting over alone and doesn't know quite how to proceed, until certain members of "The Crew" step in, taking him under their wing.
It doesn't take the ladies long to notice him either.Sometimes life doesn't go as you had planned. Sometimes, it goes better.
Embrace it.
Due to sexual content and scenes- MATURE audiences recommended. This is a NEW ADULT romance.
Evan is left heart broken after transferring to Georgia Southern University to be with the one he loves, only to find she has fallen in love with someone else. In the first couple of chapters he is angry and upset, it made me a little teary as he is such a sweet character, but as the book goes on Evan makes some unlikely friends and his broken heart begins to heal.
It was great to read about the friendship that formed between him and Sawyer (one of Laney and Dane's best friends) and what was really surprising was when he started to befriend Laney's enemy and previous Dane clinger, Whitley. When reading Emerge I really disliked Whitley, but Embrace has changed my mind, after reading how confused she was when it came to Dane and how sweet she is to Evan, there was no way it couldn't. Whitley helps Evan through a lot and he does the same for her and as this happens their friendship becomes something more. The second book goes into a little more detail about all the characters from the first book too and a crew is formed, which Evan, Whitley, Dane, Laney, etc. are all apart of, which I would never have believed could happen after reading Emerge (due to Laney hating Whitley plus Dane and Evan's jealousy of each other) but it does and all characters sound like an awesome bunch of people.
The transition from feelings of friendship to love for Evan and Whitley is brilliantly written and S.E Hall also did an excellent job when it came to Evan forgiving Laney and the friendship that formed between the four main characters.
5/5 <3 s
Entice by S.E.Hall
"SE Hall writes with a beauty that sticks with you for days after you finish. Heart-warming, gut-wrenching, and absolutely perfect."- Harper Sloan, USA Today Bestselling Author
Sawyer Beckett does everything full throttle— he’s fiercely loyal to his friends, always the life of the party and impossible for the parade of women in and out of his bedroom to forget.
Surrounded by true love and happily ever afters, Sawyer's not sure if he's enhancing the what-ifs in his head, or if the goddess on stage that night really is worth the search and nagging in his chest.
At the most inopportune moment possible, Emmett Young comes "skipping" back into his life...and for the first time, Sawyer is the one left wanting more. But Emmett can't give her heart; it's already committed—for life.
The only one strong enough to bring the elusive playboy to his knees is the one he can't have. Luckily, Sawyer Beckett doesn't give up easily.
Mature subject matter and strong sexual content- mature audiences only recommended. Entice can be read as a stand-alone, or following Emerge, Embrace and Entangled; The Evolve Series.
Review:
I have loved the Evole series by S.E Hall since the very first book and one of my favourite characters by far was Sawyer, one of the funniest characters I've ever read, he has no filter and says whatever comes to his mind first. I was so, so happy when I read that Entice would be Sawyer's story because it meant we would have an even more in depth view of his character and as soon as Entice became available I downloaded it straight onto my kindle and began reading.This book does not disappoint at all, Sawyer is just as awesome as he is in all of the other books, he is one of those characters that can make jokes and witty comments in any situation and have you laughing out loud. Not only is he hilarious but also a big softy underneath it all and S.E Hall has written the perfect girl to bring out his sweeter side, the shy and beautiful Emmett. Emmett immediately draws Sawyer in at first sight, he wants to know everything about her, however it takes a little while between first seeing her and then running into her again, and when it does eventually happen he isn't exactly in the best position. You know that the attraction between the two is strong because even though they have seen each other at their worst they still see a good person underneath it all and as the book goes on their instincts prove right.
It takes Emmett a little while to give into Sawyer's charms because she doesn't want to let him in, afraid that he might leave her once he knows her secret. Once the walls come down Sawyer is even sweeter then before and not only will Emmett, but you too, fall even more in love with him by the end of the book.
This is a love story that will have you laughing at times and your heart a flutter at others, it is my favourite of the series and should definitely be added to your TBR lists. If you haven't read the other books of the Evolve series then add those to your Lists as well, all the characters and their stories are brilliant. 5/5 <3s
Pretty Instinct by S.E. Hall
“If opposites attract, then I am nothing. Because you, you are everything.”
There’s no easy road traveled to such an intense sentiment, one I never dreamt I’d feel…
But I also never planned on Cannon Blackwell climbing aboard my tour bus.
So when I like certain parts in a book I highlight them, using different colors for different emotions, pink for the sentences and paragraphs that make my heart go all gooey, yellow for what makes me laugh out loud, orange for what makes my heart ache and blue, my favorite color, highlights pure flipping genius. Let me tell you now the copy I have of Pretty Instinct by S.E Hall on my kindle is an ocean of blue beneath a pink, orange and yellow sunset not a white cloud in sight. Every single word a beautiful sight, warming the soul and leaving you thankful that such magnificence exists. There is even a common dirty word mentioned in this book, that I have hated ever since first hearing it and usually I cringe anytime it is used in real life or fiction, but not in this story. Every word twines together perfectly, a tapestry with no imperfections.
The Characters of Pretty instinct are some of my absolute favorites. Liz is a strong and independent woman, she takes crap from no one and goes above and beyond for the people she cares about. The chemistry she shares with Cannon Blackwell is electric, although any woman would feel drawn to this man. He has a fantastic body, great dress sense and facial expressions that have Liz feeling weak at the knees, not only that but his personality is magnetic pulling you in closer and closer wanting to know more and more about him. Connor, Liz's brother, has the purest heart and just has this way of bringing a smile to your face even though your heart aches for him at the same time. The friendships in this book are awesome, S.E Hall has this way of writing that makes you feel like you are part of the gang knowing all the personalities and emotions of each character, making you feel as though they have been a part of your life for years.
My heart felt heavy reading about the struggles that each of the characters went through, then fluttery reading the developing relationship between Lizzie and Cannon. I smiled when some relationships were healed and questions were answered, when the characters were freed of the troubles that weighed heavy upon their minds. The ending made me laugh and cry with happiness, it was just so perfect.
The characters and storyline are amazing, both original and captivating, every little detail is breath taking, without a doubt Pretty Instinct is now one of my all time favorite reads.
I want to read it now all over again but for now I have to go to work with one serious book hangover.
❤️Amanda
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