Intended AudienceTrade
Reviews"I had originally read Tyler's story and fell in love with Steve, wanting his story right then. After making me wait months, Jess Dee more than delivers with Steve's Story. I can't say too much without giving away the story, which simply must be read to appreciate. Heartbreaking while at the same time being heartwarming, Jess Dee shows that while not every happy ending is perfect, sometimes you take the hand life deals you and love with all your heart. I found myself in tears several times. Truly outstanding." ~ Melissa, Joyfully Reviewed "STEVE'S STORY is an emotional ride from beginning to end. The sexual tension between Steve and Pen is captivating. The CIRCLE OF FRIENDS stories have truly touched my heart and give me a newfound respect for life and those who choose to embrace everything life has to offer." ~ Chrissy Dionne, Romance Junkies "The dynamics of this couple proved that Dee knows how to grip the readers' imaginations. There was a myriad of emotional highs and lows in this book. I shed enough tears to be glad I was reading in private. I laughed. I read some incredible sexual activity. The overall content of the story was breathtaking. I loved the story and I loved the outcome. I've found a new author to add to my automatic list." ~ Brenda Talley, The Romance Studio, "I had originally read Tyler's story and fell in love with Steve, wanting his story right then. After making me wait months, Jess Dee more than delivers with Steve's Story. I can't say too much without giving away the story, which simply must be read to appreciate. Heartbreaking while at the same time being heartwarming, Jess Dee shows that while not every happy ending is perfect, sometimes you take the hand life deals you and love with all your heart. I found myself in tears several times. Truly outstanding." ~ Melissa, Joyfully Reviewed "STEVE'S STORY is an emotional ride from beginning to end. The sexual tension between Steve and Pen is captivating. The CIRCLE OF FRIENDS stories have truly touched my heart and give me a newfound respect for life and those who choose to embrace everything life has to offer." ~ Chrissy Dionne, Romance Junkies "The dynamics of this couple proved that Dee knows how to grip the readers' imaginations. There was a myriad of emotional highs and lows in this book. I shed enough tears to be glad I was reading in private. I laughed. I read some incredible sexual activity. The overall content of the story was breathtaking. I loved the story and I loved the outcome. I've found a new author to add to my automatic list." ~ Brenda Talley, The Romance Studio
SynopsisWhen love is threatened by truth, every moment counts... Circle of Friends, Book 2 Steve Sommers is having a gut-wrenching week. His fiancee has left him, the woman who broke his heart is back in town--and they're all gathered at the bedside of his best friend, who's in a coma. The emotional ties between them are strained to the breaking point. Like it or not, it's up to Steve to find the strength and compassion to support the four of them through the toughest ordeal of their lives. In the midst of the turmoil and trauma, passion unexpectedly flares anew between Steve and the woman he loves. Suddenly the future he'd believed lost lies within his reach. But she still carries the secret that once tore them apart, and determined to protect Steve from the truth, she fights their rekindled relationship every step of the way. Now the fragile bond they've developed hangs in the balance, threatened by a reality that love may not be strong enough to overcome... Warning: This book might just make you cry, but it'll make you smile as well. The story will probably get you all hot and bothered too. It contains naughty activities in the car, sex on the kitchen counter (and up against the wall), a quickie in the garden, a little experimenting with scarves--oh, and some hot loving in the bedroom., When love is threatened by truth, every moment counts... Steve Sommers is having a gut-wrenching week. His fiance has left him, the woman who broke his heart is back in town--and they're all gathered at the bedside of his best friend, who's in a coma. The emotional ties between them are strained to the breaking point. Like it or not, it's up to Steve to find the strength and compassion to support the four of them through the toughest ordeal of their lives. In the midst of the turmoil and trauma, passion unexpectedly flares anew between Steve and the woman he loves. Suddenly the future he'd believed lost lies within his reach. But she still carries the secret that once tore them apart, and determined to protect Steve from the truth, she fights their rekindled relationship every step of the way. Now the fragile bond they've developed hangs in the balance, threatened by a reality that love may not be strong enough to overcome...