5 Retreat Stars

I loved this book and I am going to tell you why.

First we have to talk about the incredible relationship Leo & Em have, they are what everyone should have in a best friend. Leo is in need of some girl time and some time to come to terms with things from her past.
So Em convinces her to come with her the journey isn’t easy but I loved that Em was there for Leo no matter what.
And in turn when Em needs her Leo is there for her. It’s incredible to have a friendship like that.

We meet Cy, and his brothers. But it’s Cy that draws Leo in. She can’t help it this gruff brooding man has that something she is just drawn to, but it’s not one sided either. And they both try hard to ignore it but that’s the thing about attraction right; when it hits you are all in wither you’re ready or not. (The Shower Scene people is hell-a HOT!!)

Their experience is something no one saw coming and it’s going to change everyone involved. I loved the action and the interaction between all of the characters. It’s not like your everyday romance book it’s so much more. And I can’t wait for the second book in this series! I need more.

I wasn’t sure of Natasha’s narration at first I kind of had to get used to her and her voices for the different characters. But once I did, I quiet enjoyed it.

Worth the credit.. Umm YEAH!

*You don't have to like my review but its 100% my opinion, and I am allowed to have it.*

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Another hit series for Jay!

Jay Crownover makes a departure from her tatooed bad (good) boys and enters the world of ranchers/ cowboys. I was so looking forward to this book and I was not disappointed at all! I would given the story 10 stars if I could. I can't wait for the next book! I would have given 5 stars for Overall but the narration...

The only negative comment I have is with the narrator (as others have written). However, I'm not sure if it's the narrator or the director/ editor/ producer (who is responsible for the speed of narration?). When I started the book I wasn't sure how I was going to continue but then I changed the listening speed to from 1x to 1.25x on my device. I found the problem! This is the perfect speed. I had no trouble listening after that. In fact I couldn't stop!

Worth a credit? YES! But change the speed on your device.

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Narration Completely Ruined the Book

Come on (rolling my eyes), why do you all continue to do this to us? We all know Jay Crownover is an excellent author, but why do you continue to ruin the books with your poor choice in performers. I couldn't even finish it, sounds like she was straining just to speak and the slow monotone made it worst; my throat was hurting for her (similar to seeing or hearing someone throw up and it causes you to do the same). Sorry, I call for a re-read in order to adequately provide a helpful review.

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Loved the story more than narration

Jay is a new to me author and I read the story before I listened to it. I love the story, so much happens to the heroine! I really liked her growth throughout. With the narration, I couldn't finish. I enjoyed the female parts but not the male. I am not sure if most had to do with the Wyoming accent (which I am from there and this is not a Wyoming accent) or just male in general but I just couldn't do it.

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A ROLLERCOASTER RIDE I DIDN'T WANT TO END

Jay Crownover surpassed all my expectations with this riveting story that took me on an unstoppable journey of eager anticipation as flirty angsty banter leads to a toe-curling romance. But, before I could be lulled into a euphoric romance high, midway Ms Crownover expertly spins the story to include chilling suspense where nail-biting drama, danger and intrigue are cleverly weaved around an alpha hero and a feisty heroine who weren't expecting (and weren't ready) to fall hard.. and to fall deep during a time of turmoil and terror.

It was meant to be an easygoing retreat for Leora (aka Leo) and her bff Emry who'd talked Leo into it to try to cheer her up after being royally played by her ex who was shockingly married.. and married to her boss of all things.. but nothing could've prepared them for what was to come. It was meant to be an adventure holiday to taste Wyoming's Wild West where they would be part of a team who would casually trek the wilderness trails on horseback and camp out in two-man tents.. but nowhere in the brochure did it say you'll be riding for your lives, dodging bullets and praying for a miracle. It was meant to be a salve to Leo's injured heart, a girl's week away to chill out from their demanding jobs and a chance to push themselves out of their comfort zones. But never was it supposed to be a gruelling life-changing journey of epic highs and heart-shattering lows, of humor and heartache and of heated pleasure and gut-wrenching pain that would leave emotional and visual scars of what transpired one fateful week in Wyoming.

The Ranch was owned and run by the three Warner brothers.. all strong handsome rugged alpha types.. and Leo was instantly drawn to Cyrus (aka Cy) the oldest of the brothers whose deep voice did something to her libido. He was a strong sexy cowboy in biker boots.. but things didn't start off well when Leo made a remark that rubbed Cy the wrong way. From then on they butt heads with moody glances, fiery banter and gruff words.. but underneath the snipes there's heat and banked desire which sizzles in the air and slowly they start to get to know each other. And the sexual tension between them finally ignites in the shower scene.. then it's game on with a mutual agreement of passion and no promises. However, it was a very different tension that soon gripped the party when an unexpected threat leads to a shocking discovery.. and from then on it was a gruelling fight for survival.

Told entirely from Leo's POV this fast paced story started off well with a grumpy walls-up dark hero battling his desires for a red headed feisty City girl.. but it morphed into a gripping and tense journey into the unknown as nail-biting drama led to bloodshed, tears, fears and shattered souls. There was character development and self-discovery as Leo was well and truly forced out of her comfort zone, had starling revelations about herself and not only found a life she loved but the love of her life too. There were good sizzling sex scenes and heartbreaking emotional drama which made this an addictive rollercoaster ride I had to be forcefully pulled away from and I can't wait for the next instalment into the lives and loves of these loving Warner brothers. In the beginning I wasn't too sure about Natasha Soudek's narration which was too slow for me but, once I sped her up a bit (x 1.5), I was good to go and ended up really enjoying it.

Worth a credit? Yes definitely it delivered way way more than I expected.. multi-layered characters who had been damaged by love before but, despite the odds.. and during a time of deadly drama, they found their strengths, mended their hearts.. and thankfully took a chance on love one more time.

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Fingernails on a blackboard.

I usually enjoy Crownover's work but I'll be reading this one instead of listening. Couldn't even get out of the airport.

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Narration=awful

I read the other reviews and decided to chance take a chance. I should have just read it. The marked men series had such awesome performers I thought how bad can it be with a decent story? The verdict is bad. I basically ran the story at 1.5 speed to get through it. Ms soudek was the wrong choice in every way. Her voice sounded old sratchy and definitely not right. There are a few performers that are an automatic no for me and this would be one unless it was about an old woman. I just couldn't get past her performance to like the characters. I definitely didn't get invested as I normally do from books by this author. I wonder if the authors get to choose who reads their stories. If so jay must have had stopped up ears the day she listened to this one.

The story line has potential. I hope the next story has a better outcome

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I can't stand the narrator

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I always read a couple reviews before purchasing a book but when it comes to jay crownover there is no need to read reviews because she writes some good shit. I regret not reading this review because the narrator ruin it.

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I read the reviews

I read the reviews and bought the book anyways. The first chapter was hard to get through just because the narrator over acted every word. As the story developed and more characters were introduced it got a lot better.

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Great Book

Overall I really liked this book. Loved the action, the struggles they went through and that the men weren't unrealistically able to save the women.

I do think there is too much "describing" and too many analogies for each feeling and thought. Great visualization was a result but then it became too much.

I however, am hooked and am already reading the 2nd book.

The narrator did great, my only suggestion would be for her to try to make the man's voice different. It wasn't bad, just kind of grating. But I am only one person.

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