The Beautiful Series is now complete – Beautiful Rush is the third and final #standalone in series.

 

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Blurb

After a lifetime of being tailed by her father’s bodyguards, Keira Shaughnessy just wants her freedom and independence, and to bond with her long-lost brothers.

On a quest to outrun her past, she turns to illegal street racing. She loves the rush, the hint of danger, and living just on the edge of losing control. The last thing she needs is a detective tailing her, no matter how hot he is or how much she’s tempted to kiss him. Again.

When Deacon Ramsey runs into Keira at a street race, he knows he should stay away. She’s reckless. Dangerous. A perfect storm. He can’t afford to blow his cover. And he’s not convinced that the daughter of a ruthless criminal can be trusted. But when Keira’s past catches up to her, Deacon just might be the only one who can save her.

 

 

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Review

4 stars

A sweet, swoony and emotional love story with a bit of intrigue and excitement, and characters that I completely fell for, this is a great read and I loved it.

This is the third book in the Beautiful series, but it can stand alone – just beware spoilers for the first two books if you choose to read this one out of order as there is quite a bit of character crossover.

Keira is the younger sister of Killian and Connor. They only recently learned about her existence, and Keira surprised them by rocking up in Brooklyn nine months ago to escape her difficult home life, get to know her brothers and make a fresh start.

Deacon is a detective who has appeared as a side character in the series. He went to school with both Killian and Connor, and was involved in the drama that has unfolded with both of them in their books. He and Keira have met and shared a mutual attraction, but he wasn’t in a position where he could get involved. That didn’t mean that he has forgotten about her though.

From the day I met her until the day I left without a word, we’d only known each other three weeks. I thought that walking away would be easy, just like it had been with other women in the past.
I should have known she’d be different.

Keira’s wild streak has led her to get involved with the local street racing crowd, living for the danger and the adrenaline rush, and when she gets into some trouble while racing one night, it’s Deacon who comes to her rescue. Although he’s not there as Deacon, he’s undercover and living in a whole different world. But once these two are back in each other’s orbit, it’s clear they can’t stay away from each other anymore.

“What have you done to me?” …
“The same thing you’ve done to me. You’ve ruined me.”

I love this love story! Keira and Deacon both have secrets and past hurts, and Deacon’s job puts them in a really difficult position, but he’s walked away from her once, and he has no intention of doing that again.

This felt like something bigger, like a lifetime, not just a moment. I had never believed in destiny before, but when I met Keira, I felt like we were meant to be together. A little voice in my head had warmed me, she will be your ruin. My response? Bring it on.

There’s a wonderful intensity between these two, but their relationship feels more like a slow burn. They take things easy, letting it slowly and naturally unfold, and it’s sweet, fun and passionate, with Deacon determinedly pushing through Keira’s reluctance to get involved.

“This is not a fling, Keira. It’s not a one-night stand. It’s not sex with no strings attached. You and I both know it’s more than that. It has been from the day we met.”

There’s something so gorgeous about a hero fighting hard for his girl, and from the very beginning that is exactly what Deacon does. He wants Keira, sure, but more than just lust, he wants to be there for her, to care for and support her and to build something significant with her, and he’s just amazing

“If you need someone to hold your hand while you find your way through it. I’m your man.”

It’s so swoony and beautifully emotional, and I loved watching the shifts and changes in their relationship as they fall hard for each other.

“What do you want from me?”
“”Everything. I want everything from you.”
“That wasn’t the deal. We weren’t even looking for a relationship–”
“That ship has sailed, babe. We are in a relationship. Stop fighting this.”

Things get complicated when Keira’s past comes steamrolling into her present. She’s strong and handles herself beautifully, but will Deacon be able to save the girl he has come to love so much? And in doing so, will they lose it all?

This is a great read. I fell hard for Deacon, and I loved Keira, and I loved the way their story unfolded. It’s one of those situations where it was anything but easy, but it felt effortless, and I love that!

Killian and Eden, Connor and Ava, are all a part of the story and are heavily involved in Keira’s life. There is some fantastic story progression for them, and I loved seeing the crew all together and supporting Keira in her new life.

I loved this book. It’s a beautiful story, and it ends in a great place with a gorgeous epilogue providing closure for all three of the couples.

4 stars.

An Advanced Reader Copy was generously provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.

 

Beautiful series

 

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About the Author 

Emery Rose has been known to indulge in good red wine, strong coffee, and a healthy dose of sarcasm. She loves writing sexy alpha heroes, strong heroines, artists, beautiful souls, and flawed but redeemable characters who need to work for their HEA.

When she’s not working on her latest project, you can find her binge-watching Netflix, trotting the globe in search of sunshine, or immersed in a good book. A former New Yorker, she currently resides in London with her two fabulous daughters and one grumpy, but lovable Border Terrier.

 

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