Release Blitz: Colliding Hearts: Jax Calder
One voice kept me alive in the darkness. One Halloween night changed everything. One secret threatens to destroy it all.
When my car plunges into a ravine, a stranger's chocolate-cake voice becomes my lifeline in the endless dark. But after I’m rescued, the mysterious paramedic vanishes without a trace, leaving me with nothing but scars and memories.
After a year of avoiding mirrors and first dates, I manage to hook up with the hottest Darth Vader in existence while dressed as a surprisingly seductive Yoda. But the morning light reveals my one-night stand is not only my new neighbor but also my long-lost rescuer.
Jared and I try the just-friends route, but who can resist a guy who bakes brownies and gives great massages. When our connection extends into a friends-with-benefits arrangement, things become complicated. Especially since I’m still learning to navigate a world where my face no longer opens doors and my wit has become my armor and my greatest weapon.
Before the crash, I was the guy who could charm anyone with a smile. After? Let's just say Frankenstein would think I'm having a rough time.
I'm falling hard for the man with the chocolate-cake voice, but every time we get close to something real, Jared pulls away. Are my scars holding him back?
Or is Jared hiding secrets of his own?
This story literally pulled me into its grip immediately, and I felt like I was right there with these two during an intense situation. The seriousness of it had me so full of tension, but there were also these little bits of humor and such a powerful human connection.
I enjoyed the circumstances that led them to become actual friends. I really felt for Felix because his life had changed so much. He was still just trying to find his way and really craved a human connection and for someone to look at him like he’s not damaged. And Jared is just the sweetest, accepting man who really appreciates Felix. They have similar senses of humor and common interests. I loved how their friendship gave them both companionship, an anchor, and just fun.
But they are also both afraid to ask for what they really want. So they stumble into more of a friends-with-benefits situation. Friends-with-benefits seems safe since they can avoid the deepest, darkest truths, fears, insecurities, and rejection.
One night changed their lives. A second night brought them back into contact. From one night in desperation to another night in passion. They’re connected.
I enjoyed the circumstances that led them to become actual friends. I really felt for Felix because his life had changed so much. He was still just trying to find his way and really craved a human connection and for someone to look at him like he’s not damaged. And Jared is just the sweetest, accepting man who really appreciates Felix. They have similar senses of humor and common interests. I loved how their friendship gave them both companionship, an anchor, and just fun.
But they are also both afraid to ask for what they really want. So they stumble into more of a friends-with-benefits situation. Friends-with-benefits seems safe since they can avoid the deepest, darkest truths, fears, insecurities, and rejection.
Felix is just afraid to push for too much because of his self-worth issues and Jared is just afraid to push too hard and has his own reasons for keeping quiet. There’s a lot unsaid and a lot of interpretation of what the other is thinking.
Fate seems to bring them together, but could circumstances tear them apart again?
This novella packed a punch. I was totally enthralled with these characters and wanted them to find their happy ever after so badly. The setup is unique, and because of its intensity, it really made me develop more of an emotional connection to the characters. This is a paramedic-patient, new friends-to-lovers, hurt-comfort story with a little twist of fate.
Beautiful Hearts
Series: Rainbow Redemption, book 1
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Tim:
I lost my husband three years ago. I’ve survived by focusing on raising my daughter.
Until I meet Jamie.
He’s wrong for me for so many reasons.
Too young. Too charming. Too beautiful.
But he works at the school where I teach, and I can’t resist spending time with him.
Our connection is undeniable despite the many differences between us. Which leaves me wondering—is it possible to find your soul mate twice?
Jamie:
A past relationship left me with massive scars, but this connection with Tim differs from anything I’ve had.
We laugh together, connect on a billion and one levels, and he’s the kindest man I’ve ever met.
Falling for a settled older man with a daughter isn’t part of my plan to travel and explore the world.
But I can’t deny my feelings for Tim. And honestly? I couldn’t be happier.
Until a secret from the past threatens to destroy everything.
Series: Rainbow Redemption, book 2
Seb
Marcus is my sister’s best friend. He’s also the most gorgeous and charming man in the universe. And he knows it.
He’s always seen me as a nerdy geek who can’t string together a coherent sentence around him. So when he unexpectedly propositions me at a party, I decide to take the opportunity for all it’s worth.
Turns out it’s a night that will change everything.
Marcus
There’s one person who’s always been off-limits: my best friend’s younger brother. But when I’m annoyed at Saskia one night, I don’t just cross the line. I obliterate it.
That one night determines the trajectory of my life.
Because it turns out one encounter with Seb will never be enough. And as the years go by, Seb and I collide over and over again, drawn together by an unexplainable force neither of us can escape.
But how can I accept Seb’s heart when I’m not sure if mine is worthy to give?
Jax Calder
My stories are all about light-hearted conversations and deeply-felt connections. I love exploring exactly why two characters are the only ones who’ll make the other truly happy, and the journey they take to reach their happily-ever-after
I live in New Zealand with my family and a wide assortment of animals. I’m a rabid sports fan, a hiking enthusiast and have a slightly unhealthy addiction to nature documentaries. I have also been known to read the odd book on occasion.
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