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Chasing Nikki #2
Finding Chase
Life hasn’t been easy for Chase Walker. He’s experienced tragedy, and at times he’s not sure he wants to continue living. But he made a vow to go on with his life, and he intends to keep it.
After getting a college scholarship to play football, Chase heads off to school, hoping his time on the field will help to bury the intense emotions that still linger in his heart. Fate doesn’t work that way though, and he soon finds himself having to face all the things he’s carrying inside, or he may miss the one shot he has to learn how to love again.
After getting a college scholarship to play football, Chase heads off to school, hoping his time on the field will help to bury the intense emotions that still linger in his heart. Fate doesn’t work that way though, and he soon finds himself having to face all the things he’s carrying inside, or he may miss the one shot he has to learn how to love again.
192 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 5, 2012
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Lacey Weatherford
55 books3,920 followersLacey Weatherford was born in Ft. Meade Maryland while her father was serving in the military. She has been a life long resident of Arizona, spending most of her time growing up in the small rural town of Clay Springs.
It was while she was attending the small country school in Clay Springs, that she read her first "big" book at the age of eight. It was a Nancy Drew novel and Lacey was instantly hooked. She read every book that she could find in the series and decided that she wanted to write stories too.
Lacey spent a lot of time at the library from that time forward, even volunteering in her later teen years and early twenties. She would don a crazy clown outfit for the Friends of the Library fundraisers in an effort to help get the new town library built.
When she and her husband moved away from the area, Lacey took the opportunity to take some creative writing classes at the local college to help further along her interests. Several years later, they were blessed with the opportunity to move back to Clay Springs with their family. The town had finally succeeded in building their library and Lacey had the opportunity to be President of the Friends of the Library for a very short time, before relocating.
Lacey and her family still live in the White Mountains of Arizona, where she continues to write young adult novels that have a fantasy/fairytale or paranormal bent to them, as well as being sure to include a great romantic storyline!
It was while she was attending the small country school in Clay Springs, that she read her first "big" book at the age of eight. It was a Nancy Drew novel and Lacey was instantly hooked. She read every book that she could find in the series and decided that she wanted to write stories too.
Lacey spent a lot of time at the library from that time forward, even volunteering in her later teen years and early twenties. She would don a crazy clown outfit for the Friends of the Library fundraisers in an effort to help get the new town library built.
When she and her husband moved away from the area, Lacey took the opportunity to take some creative writing classes at the local college to help further along her interests. Several years later, they were blessed with the opportunity to move back to Clay Springs with their family. The town had finally succeeded in building their library and Lacey had the opportunity to be President of the Friends of the Library for a very short time, before relocating.
Lacey and her family still live in the White Mountains of Arizona, where she continues to write young adult novels that have a fantasy/fairytale or paranormal bent to them, as well as being sure to include a great romantic storyline!
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December 12, 2012
SPOILER FREE REVIEW(Do not read if You have not read book 1)
3.5 STARS out of 5
Genre: YA Romance
“I love her, Grandpa,” I cried, my words sounding foreign and choked.
“I really love her. I don’t know how to live without her. I don’t want to live without her.” ~Chase
Chase Walker has experienced tragedies he would not wish on his worse enemy. First the lost of his father then the lost of Nikki the love of his life. He has given up on love and has decided to never give his heart to another... However
True love is waiting for him and the best part about it is the fact that he never expected it to come again for a second time.
It's his destiny. She is his destiny.
It wasn’t possible for me to have feelings for Brittney. My heart wasn’t in my chest anymore. It was buried in a grave next to the girl I loved, and I didn’t need anyone else in my life.
A football scholarship sends Chase off to college with his best friends Brett and his twin sister Brittney. When Chase starts to have feelings for Brittney..feelings he thought was buried, he can't believe it. This causes him to have an internal battle bringing him face to face with his deepest fears.
Thoughts
I have mixed emotions about this book. Lacey Weatherford does an awesome job with pulling at your heart strings. You want to believe that Chase can survive and you want him to believe in love again.
Characters
I think she did a very good job with allowing you to connect with her characters. Weatherford is the queen of PG-13 steam which I loved even though I tend to want my YA's a bit steamier.
Yes, I enjoyed it the book....
BUT in my honest opinion
I felt the ending was a bit rushed. And I also felt that the two twist was a bit predictable.
The epilogue ROCKED! And when Lacey gave her story I had to fight back the tears. Her story alone almost made me raise it to 4 stars but...In the end I didn't
Dear readers,
Why 3.5 stars? Well that is mainly due to what I just stated above. The twist were in my humble opinion predictable. And the ending felt rushed. I think I would have enjoyed a tad more drama. *Shrugs* but hey that's just me. If you started the series I definitely think you should finish it. I would recommend this series to clean teen YA Lovers. As well as readers looking for a deep meaningful story that focuses on love, overcoming tragedy and learning to deal with the cards life has dealt.
My Ratings
Characters- Love love loved
Writing Style- Good
Plot/Storyline- A little to predictable BUT I still enjoyed it!
Steam Factor- PG-13 CLEAN
Overall- I enjoyed it!!
Now go forth and read. Then come tell us about it on Goodreads!
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3.5 STARS out of 5
Genre: YA Romance
“I love her, Grandpa,” I cried, my words sounding foreign and choked.
“I really love her. I don’t know how to live without her. I don’t want to live without her.” ~Chase
Chase Walker has experienced tragedies he would not wish on his worse enemy. First the lost of his father then the lost of Nikki the love of his life. He has given up on love and has decided to never give his heart to another... However
True love is waiting for him and the best part about it is the fact that he never expected it to come again for a second time.
It's his destiny. She is his destiny.
It wasn’t possible for me to have feelings for Brittney. My heart wasn’t in my chest anymore. It was buried in a grave next to the girl I loved, and I didn’t need anyone else in my life.
A football scholarship sends Chase off to college with his best friends Brett and his twin sister Brittney. When Chase starts to have feelings for Brittney..feelings he thought was buried, he can't believe it. This causes him to have an internal battle bringing him face to face with his deepest fears.
Thoughts
I have mixed emotions about this book. Lacey Weatherford does an awesome job with pulling at your heart strings. You want to believe that Chase can survive and you want him to believe in love again.
Characters
I think she did a very good job with allowing you to connect with her characters. Weatherford is the queen of PG-13 steam which I loved even though I tend to want my YA's a bit steamier.
Yes, I enjoyed it the book....
BUT in my honest opinion
I felt the ending was a bit rushed. And I also felt that the two twist was a bit predictable.
The epilogue ROCKED! And when Lacey gave her story I had to fight back the tears. Her story alone almost made me raise it to 4 stars but...In the end I didn't
Dear readers,
Why 3.5 stars? Well that is mainly due to what I just stated above. The twist were in my humble opinion predictable. And the ending felt rushed. I think I would have enjoyed a tad more drama. *Shrugs* but hey that's just me. If you started the series I definitely think you should finish it. I would recommend this series to clean teen YA Lovers. As well as readers looking for a deep meaningful story that focuses on love, overcoming tragedy and learning to deal with the cards life has dealt.
My Ratings
Characters- Love love loved
Writing Style- Good
Plot/Storyline- A little to predictable BUT I still enjoyed it!
Steam Factor- PG-13 CLEAN
Overall- I enjoyed it!!
Now go forth and read. Then come tell us about it on Goodreads!
For more reviews go to http://realitybites-letsgetlost.blogs...
December 19, 2012
Anyone who has seen/read my reviews knows that I absolutely adored/loved/hated Chasing Nikki!
I could not wait to get my hands on this book!
I’m not gunna lie, I was really reluctant to give Brittany a go in this.
She just wasn’t Nikki!
And Chase and Nikki were meant to be!
So I looked down on her for a while… but then I decided I was being stupid and Nikki was dead and I loved Chase too much to let him suffer anymore. I wanted him happy.
(Yes I know they are fictional characters! But still it affected me alright!)
As soon as I let go of that I did actually enjoy this book.
THE STORY
This picks up 9 months after the accident.
Chase promised Nikki that he would go after his dreams and be happy.
But he hasn’t been able to move on.
Everyone is worried about him. His Grandfather makes him promise to at least try one new thing a day.
Chase is going to college with his best friend Brett, Brett’s girlfriend Tana and Brett’s twin sister and his good friend Brittany.
Chase starts to see Britt as something .. more…
but he is conflicted Nikki was his future. He’s betraying her memory and their love.
Britt is starting to bring him back to life.
This story is about heartache, grieving, friendship, learning to move on, accepting things happen for a reason, it’s ok to love again and that the heart can love more than one person at the same time.
MY THOUGHTS
Did I like this story? Yes I did!
Did I love it as much as Chasing Nikki? No I didn’t.
Did I cry in this? Yes I did. Usually when Chase did!
Do I want to play paint twister? Hell YES I do!
I loved the dream he had featuring Nikki.
I loved how he didn’t fall back into his old self.
I loved the epilogue.
There was enough steam to know what was happening but it was kept clean as well.
It was great how we see them go from friends to lovers, I was a bit worried he was just going to use her and ruin their friendship but I had nothing to worry about! And As Chase reminded me he did in fact see Brittany first but she had a boyfriend.
I was scared shitless leading up to the 90% mark that Lacey was going to do it again.. I even had tears in my eyes just waiting for IT to happen! THANK GOD nothing happened like it did in the last book!
Yes there was a twist, I had a feeling there was going to be, but it didn’t stop my world turning.
However, I felt like the ending was rushed after that…
Just a little… tie the ends up nicely kind of thing…
I adored the Epilogue though!
Lacey’s Author note at the end?!
OMG!!
Had me bawling…
so beautiful..
Lacey tells us that this story is loosely based on something that happened to her when she was young.
Just utterly heartbreaking and beautiful. Thank you for giving us these truly wonderful stories!
And to find out that Chase was based on a real guy!? Awesome
Chasing Nikki will forever hold a top spot in my heart!
December 7, 2012
So this being the second book after chasing Nikki, it follows chase moving away to college and trying to get over his heartbreak (or me get over my own heartbreak, I sobbed at the end of the last book).
I really struggled with this book, I cant say I've ever read a book where I got so emotionally attached the the characters (Chase & Nikki) to then follow one of those characters in a new book and watch them fall in love with someone else. I just could not get over who I thought he was supposed to be with. So when he was developing these strong emotions I just couldn't connect and didn't feel it. I knew I would struggle to love any one but Nikki but it just ruined the book for me. I think chase moved on before I did...
This is still a very good book by a great author, but just not for me because the previous book didn't end the way I wanted and there was no way to right that wrong..! boo hoo :( I'd highly recommend everyone read Chasing Nikki, its an amazing read, and possibly read this one if you can handle it! To me this one just didn't seem like the RIGHT HAPPY EVER AFTER but that's life I suppose...
I really struggled with this book, I cant say I've ever read a book where I got so emotionally attached the the characters (Chase & Nikki) to then follow one of those characters in a new book and watch them fall in love with someone else. I just could not get over who I thought he was supposed to be with. So when he was developing these strong emotions I just couldn't connect and didn't feel it. I knew I would struggle to love any one but Nikki but it just ruined the book for me. I think chase moved on before I did...
This is still a very good book by a great author, but just not for me because the previous book didn't end the way I wanted and there was no way to right that wrong..! boo hoo :( I'd highly recommend everyone read Chasing Nikki, its an amazing read, and possibly read this one if you can handle it! To me this one just didn't seem like the RIGHT HAPPY EVER AFTER but that's life I suppose...
January 19, 2013
"Stop looking at the past, look to the future."
Easier said than done. After losing his father and girlfriend Nikki, Chase is doing the best he can to survive and cope with his loss. He is trying to stay busy, keep clean, and getting ready to go away to college on a football scholarship. Chase's best friend Brett, Brett's girlfriend Tana and Brett's sister Britteny are all going to the same school as him. After spending a lot of time with the three of them, Chase starts to develop feelings for Britt. Feelings that terrify him.
There was no way to risk being close to someone again. It was too painful to lose them.
Chase feels guilty. He doesn't understand how he can be having these strong feelings for Britt when he is still very much in love with Nikki. Chase gets some much needed advice from his step father can relate to Chase better than anyone.
"Love the things she gave you- those are yours to keep. It's okay to open your heart and share it with someone else too."
After dealing with his conflicting emotions, Chase decides to act on his feelings towards Britteny. Everything between the two of them changes.
Finding Chase is a wonderful sequel to Chasing Nikki. It's a story with a powerful message- it's okay to move on with life and to love again. Chase's journey of love, life, friendship, loss, and moving on was a pleasure to read. Chase and Britts relationship was different than Chase and Nikki's relationship, but still great. It started out as a beautiful friendship and moved on to something more.
The ending of this book was perfect and I loved the epilogue. So glad to see Chase able to move on and grow as a person. It made my heart happy that Chase got the ending he deserved :-)
Easier said than done. After losing his father and girlfriend Nikki, Chase is doing the best he can to survive and cope with his loss. He is trying to stay busy, keep clean, and getting ready to go away to college on a football scholarship. Chase's best friend Brett, Brett's girlfriend Tana and Brett's sister Britteny are all going to the same school as him. After spending a lot of time with the three of them, Chase starts to develop feelings for Britt. Feelings that terrify him.
There was no way to risk being close to someone again. It was too painful to lose them.
Chase feels guilty. He doesn't understand how he can be having these strong feelings for Britt when he is still very much in love with Nikki. Chase gets some much needed advice from his step father can relate to Chase better than anyone.
"Love the things she gave you- those are yours to keep. It's okay to open your heart and share it with someone else too."
After dealing with his conflicting emotions, Chase decides to act on his feelings towards Britteny. Everything between the two of them changes.
Finding Chase is a wonderful sequel to Chasing Nikki. It's a story with a powerful message- it's okay to move on with life and to love again. Chase's journey of love, life, friendship, loss, and moving on was a pleasure to read. Chase and Britts relationship was different than Chase and Nikki's relationship, but still great. It started out as a beautiful friendship and moved on to something more.
The ending of this book was perfect and I loved the epilogue. So glad to see Chase able to move on and grow as a person. It made my heart happy that Chase got the ending he deserved :-)
Want to read
August 16, 2012I loved Chasing Nikki soooo much I'm not sure if I'm ready to pick up this book! I mean, I loved Chase and Nikki's relationship and it made me bawl my eyes out when THAT happened to them.. I'm not sure if I'm ready to cry my heart out again when I read how Chase life is after THAT incident.. But well, maybe I'm also looking forward to it.. I mean, I am curious how things became like that in the epilogue of Chasing Nikki.. Oh well! I guess, I'll see how my heart will be by the time this book is out! ;D
January 7, 2013
Chase finds his HEA in someone he least expected.
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January 10, 2013
4.5 stars Reviewed on: http://totallybookedblog.com/2013/01/...
Finding Chase is the sequel to Chasing Nikki and I would STRESS that you DO NOT pick this one up until you have read Chasing Nikki!!!!
Now, how do I write this review without spoiling the crux of the story for you? I honestly can’t as I hate spoiler reviews; they rob the reader of experiencing the journey for themselves. It would be unfair to you as a reader if you have not been through Chase’s journey in book #1. A journey that will break your heart and stay with you forever, such is the emotion and the affect it will have on you.
Chase’s life is turned upside down in book #1 and he has an extreme sense of guilt and torment. In Finding Chase we find him still lost and in limbo. He has cut himself off from life and its joys. His heart is in pieces, he is numb.
Chase made a promise but has so far been unable to keep it, he can’t move on he doesn’t have the fight in him. However, after receiving a full ride football scholarship to ASU, Chase goes off to College with his gang that consist of best friends, Brett, Tana and Britt and his journey of healing and self-forgiveness begins. The memories remain strong yet the way he remembers slowly changes. Chase learns to forgive himself and sheds the torment of guilt. He accepts that he is alive. Everything changes…..
Finding Chase was an amazing follow up, and I have to admit I was so worried I would feel uncomfortable reading it after the impact Chasing Nikki had on me. I didn’t. I absolutely love Chase. I want to pick him out of my kindle and put him in my pocket for safe keeping only after I have hugged him silly.
The journey this Author takes you on with these two books is one of the most emotional I have ever encountered. The depth of feelings conveyed with her words burrow into your heart and every feeling and emotion is so incredibly real. Love is so powerful and the messages in these books are so poignant. And yes, I got my closure! Please pick these books up….along with a huge packet of tissues!!
Finding Chase is the sequel to Chasing Nikki and I would STRESS that you DO NOT pick this one up until you have read Chasing Nikki!!!!
Now, how do I write this review without spoiling the crux of the story for you? I honestly can’t as I hate spoiler reviews; they rob the reader of experiencing the journey for themselves. It would be unfair to you as a reader if you have not been through Chase’s journey in book #1. A journey that will break your heart and stay with you forever, such is the emotion and the affect it will have on you.
Chase’s life is turned upside down in book #1 and he has an extreme sense of guilt and torment. In Finding Chase we find him still lost and in limbo. He has cut himself off from life and its joys. His heart is in pieces, he is numb.
Chase made a promise but has so far been unable to keep it, he can’t move on he doesn’t have the fight in him. However, after receiving a full ride football scholarship to ASU, Chase goes off to College with his gang that consist of best friends, Brett, Tana and Britt and his journey of healing and self-forgiveness begins. The memories remain strong yet the way he remembers slowly changes. Chase learns to forgive himself and sheds the torment of guilt. He accepts that he is alive. Everything changes…..
Finding Chase was an amazing follow up, and I have to admit I was so worried I would feel uncomfortable reading it after the impact Chasing Nikki had on me. I didn’t. I absolutely love Chase. I want to pick him out of my kindle and put him in my pocket for safe keeping only after I have hugged him silly.
The journey this Author takes you on with these two books is one of the most emotional I have ever encountered. The depth of feelings conveyed with her words burrow into your heart and every feeling and emotion is so incredibly real. Love is so powerful and the messages in these books are so poignant. And yes, I got my closure! Please pick these books up….along with a huge packet of tissues!!
December 11, 2012
Be still, my heart. CHASING NIKKI has become one of my favorite series ever. And I mean it's on the top. A beautiful, heart-breaking story of a man who's fate has really messed up with him. I was absolutely invested in Chase Walker's story to finding his happiness after going through the most difficult time in his life. Losing Nikki was the most horrible thing that has happened to him. And I felt his sorrow, and pain, and I loved him for going through with life to live up with his promise to Nikki even if every part of him wanted to just give up. Sniff.
I was in, like, twenty pages or something in this book and I already bawled my eyes out. But of course, we see how Chase healed though slowly, but it was amazing. He deserved it because he's an amazing guy. I loved him and Brittany together.
In Chasing Nikki, Brittany was one of the people who stood by Chase and offered him true friendship. I'm so happy that it was her he found his happiness with. Though, honestly, at first, I kind of had doubts since Chase still longed for Nikki and it wouldn't be fair to Brittany but he totally proved that he really loves her. And yes, it was true, it was Brittany who first caught his attention in the first place.
Oh and the almost ending part almost made me want to punch something. I was like frustrated to see Chase go through that again. Imagine my relief...
So, this book is highly recommended. A great story about true love and not losing hope and will definitely squeeze your heart and put a smile on your face. And it was inspired from the story of the author. Brilliant.
P.S. How cool is that Chase is inspired by a real guy. That's him on the cover, right? He's good in the eyes. :)
I was in, like, twenty pages or something in this book and I already bawled my eyes out. But of course, we see how Chase healed though slowly, but it was amazing. He deserved it because he's an amazing guy. I loved him and Brittany together.
In Chasing Nikki, Brittany was one of the people who stood by Chase and offered him true friendship. I'm so happy that it was her he found his happiness with. Though, honestly, at first, I kind of had doubts since Chase still longed for Nikki and it wouldn't be fair to Brittany but he totally proved that he really loves her. And yes, it was true, it was Brittany who first caught his attention in the first place.
Oh and the almost ending part almost made me want to punch something. I was like frustrated to see Chase go through that again. Imagine my relief...
So, this book is highly recommended. A great story about true love and not losing hope and will definitely squeeze your heart and put a smile on your face. And it was inspired from the story of the author. Brilliant.
P.S. How cool is that Chase is inspired by a real guy. That's him on the cover, right? He's good in the eyes. :)
January 7, 2013
Done! I know I am so stubborn for still wanting Nikki until today even though I already finished it. I really don't like stories like this. I mean, it's so emotional and good but I can't take it when the story became like that.
I read Weatherford's uh, author's Note about this story. It's based on what happened to her in real life. I am glad that she find her true love after a devastating previous relationship. I am happy for Chase for finding love once again.
It's just... You know... I stick to the first MC, I love her and all that, so I'm loyal to the first MC... That it's a bit hard to accept that. I also know that it's totally okay to love another person. I mean, personally if I knew someone who experience that, I don't want him/her wallowing it up and crying always. I would want him/her to be happy once again.
I just got attached to Nikki that much that I really don't want Brittney for Chase. Yes, she's good and all. I like her too but I just wish it's not her, just a new person.
I cried when Nikki shows up. Smiled when Chase is making funny comments or just being Chase. The attraction between Chase and Britt is yes, undeniable. But here I am wishing it'll be a Paranormal. LOL. And by the way, I know Chase doesn't want to. But he unconsciously (???) compare Nikki and Brittney. :/ He did it like 3 times? Or more? Yeah.
It's a bit annoying when he do that but I understand. I understand the whole story. I felt it. But... It's a predictable. The turn of events. Guess that's okay.
January 25, 2013
So, I had to give myself a few days off to mourn after reading Chasing Nikki, before I felt I could start reading this book. I had a feeling of what was going to happen in this story and I just wasn't sure if I was ready to move on! lol! I know that sounds silly, but the first book just affected me so much and I knew there was no way this story could end the way I wanted to because Nikki was dead. I have nothing against Brittany, I thought she was great in the first book and this book, but she just isn't Nikki and I was having a hard time with Chase being with someone else. I still cried, so another box of tissue was in order for this tear jerker, even though it wasn't near as bad. Overall, it's a beautiful story written with a lot of heartache. After reading about the author, I was just sad all over again. I guess it takes living through such a tragedy in order to be able to put it into words that make your readers feel all of the emotions the characters are going through. The author definately wrote an amazing story! I highly recommend it!!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 8, 2013
The first book left me emotionally Exhausted... So as I continued to read on in "Finding Chase" I felt for him as his story progressed. I disagree with some of the comments about his love choice, I think it was a perfect match. However I feel that his bond with Nikki was stronger or at least that how I read it. But hey thats why they say you never forget your first love. The emotion displayed by Chase was real and raw. I sooo suggest both books. I am left speachless and still emotional because it truly was a book that reaches you on so many levels. Great job Lacey you hit a home run with this series!
December 13, 2012
I loved it. It was great to see how Chase and Britney got together.
Want to read
December 10, 2012SO fucking ecstatic!!!! I've been waiting for this book since I found out there was a sequel!!!!!!!!!!!! OMG, so so so close!! I LOVE CHASE!!!!! <3
December 26, 2012
Okay well first of all if you havn't read chasing Nikki then i recommend you do
PLEASE READ THERE WILL BE SPOILERS IN THIS!
Okay so after reading chasing nikki i was crying my heart out for days.I seriously felt like part of my heart just died with the ending. Chase oh my god how do I begin my feelings for this guy. After losing the love of his life he still keeps going. He is one strong guy. Okay people so I wasny to excited about the idea of Brit and Chase getting together so i didn't reallt enjoy this book as much as the first..... wait okay let me refrase that i HATED that nicki got cut off and they put this britney bit** here. Yeah okay so she did help Chase through the tough times but damn women i was rooting for nicki the whole way and then Chase has feelings for her. Okay my emotiones were freaking everywere at this time. I was crying, i was happy, i was mad i was just crazy! In the epilogue when i saw the word WIFE right there BAM! i died. My little book reading heart stopped. I was so confused with my feelings towards this book i was just frustrated. Okay yeah sure I'm happy for Chase and that but come on people you dont make one of the best love stories ever about two people connecting in the first book then kill the girl and in the second book ruin it all by giving him anothere girl! Bi** i was freaking the hell out! I say the only part in the epilogue that I actually liked is what they named the baby! I was crying a river. Well now that i got all my this out i will give the first book a 4.5 stars, the only thing i didn't like was that eventually the most epic romance story came to an end when the girl dide. This book, well i just give this book a damn 4 cause bitch no one and i mean no one messes up my feelings that hard and goes putting another girl and making Chase marry her! Overall i love this author and adore her work with books. Sorry for typo's and if any you have anything nice to say express yourself but if you dont have anything nice to say towards me well dont say anything at all.
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PLEASE READ THERE WILL BE SPOILERS IN THIS!
Okay so after reading chasing nikki i was crying my heart out for days.I seriously felt like part of my heart just died with the ending. Chase oh my god how do I begin my feelings for this guy. After losing the love of his life he still keeps going. He is one strong guy. Okay people so I wasny to excited about the idea of Brit and Chase getting together so i didn't reallt enjoy this book as much as the first..... wait okay let me refrase that i HATED that nicki got cut off and they put this britney bit** here. Yeah okay so she did help Chase through the tough times but damn women i was rooting for nicki the whole way and then Chase has feelings for her. Okay my emotiones were freaking everywere at this time. I was crying, i was happy, i was mad i was just crazy! In the epilogue when i saw the word WIFE right there BAM! i died. My little book reading heart stopped. I was so confused with my feelings towards this book i was just frustrated. Okay yeah sure I'm happy for Chase and that but come on people you dont make one of the best love stories ever about two people connecting in the first book then kill the girl and in the second book ruin it all by giving him anothere girl! Bi** i was freaking the hell out! I say the only part in the epilogue that I actually liked is what they named the baby! I was crying a river. Well now that i got all my this out i will give the first book a 4.5 stars, the only thing i didn't like was that eventually the most epic romance story came to an end when the girl dide. This book, well i just give this book a damn 4 cause bitch no one and i mean no one messes up my feelings that hard and goes putting another girl and making Chase marry her! Overall i love this author and adore her work with books. Sorry for typo's and if any you have anything nice to say express yourself but if you dont have anything nice to say towards me well dont say anything at all.
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December 14, 2012
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When I finished Chasing Nikki, I was sobbing hysterically. When I first saw there was a sequel to Chasing Nikki, I was convinced there was nothing the author could do to make me accept the loss that occurred in Chasing Nikki and fall in love with someone else. I repeat nothing. Now that I've finished reading Finding Chase, I realize I was very wrong. And after reading the author's note at the end of Finding Chase, I realize why.
In a sense, Lacey Weatherford "is" Chase. The author experienced a tragic loss; she also found love again. I don't think anyone else could have written this story and made it work except for Lacey Weatherford. The reason I was able to move past the heartbreaking loss that occurred in Chasing Nikki was because of how delicately the author built Brittney and Chase's relationship in Finding Chase. She completely exposed their mutual feelings of loss, grief and guilt. Only someone who has experienced such a painful loss could write the real, honest emotions that were shared throughout this novel.
Finding Chase was a beautiful, bittersweet conclusion to the Chasing Nikki series. I STRONGLY recommend Chasing Nikki and Finding Chase, but in all honesty, I don't recommend reading both novels back-to-back. Personally, I think readers need a break in between books to let their heart mend. I know I did.
Lacey,
From the bottom of my heart, I'm sorry for the tragic losses you have survived. You've created two beautiful, heart-wrenching stories from your experience. Thank you for sharing your story with us.
Morgan
I gave Finding Chase (Chasing Nikki #2) by Lacey Weatherford 4 STARS. I strongly recommend Chasing Nikki and Finding Chase.
-XOXO
READING, EATING AND DREAMING
When I finished Chasing Nikki, I was sobbing hysterically. When I first saw there was a sequel to Chasing Nikki, I was convinced there was nothing the author could do to make me accept the loss that occurred in Chasing Nikki and fall in love with someone else. I repeat nothing. Now that I've finished reading Finding Chase, I realize I was very wrong. And after reading the author's note at the end of Finding Chase, I realize why.
In a sense, Lacey Weatherford "is" Chase. The author experienced a tragic loss; she also found love again. I don't think anyone else could have written this story and made it work except for Lacey Weatherford. The reason I was able to move past the heartbreaking loss that occurred in Chasing Nikki was because of how delicately the author built Brittney and Chase's relationship in Finding Chase. She completely exposed their mutual feelings of loss, grief and guilt. Only someone who has experienced such a painful loss could write the real, honest emotions that were shared throughout this novel.
Finding Chase was a beautiful, bittersweet conclusion to the Chasing Nikki series. I STRONGLY recommend Chasing Nikki and Finding Chase, but in all honesty, I don't recommend reading both novels back-to-back. Personally, I think readers need a break in between books to let their heart mend. I know I did.
Lacey,
From the bottom of my heart, I'm sorry for the tragic losses you have survived. You've created two beautiful, heart-wrenching stories from your experience. Thank you for sharing your story with us.
Morgan
I gave Finding Chase (Chasing Nikki #2) by Lacey Weatherford 4 STARS. I strongly recommend Chasing Nikki and Finding Chase.
-XOXO
READING, EATING AND DREAMING
December 30, 2012
Finding Chase is the sequel to Chasing Nikki.
After losing his first love after a car wreak on the night they finally decided it was time to move to the next level sexually, Chases life is turned upside down and is blaming him self for Nikki's death.
Chase is now moving to attend ASU with his best friend Brett, Brittney(Brett's twin sister) and Tana, Brett's girlfriend. The guys will live right next door to the girl. Chase is on full scholarship to the university for football.
After almost 9 months since Nikki's passing, he is still mourning her and missing her. There is no way he will let anyone else in. He lost his father too, and he thinks everyone he loves, will die because of him. He has slept in to depression, just putting on a brave face when he is around his family and friends.
After moving into his apartment, he will try to go on with his life, he owes it to Nikki, and has promised her. Everyone is wanting him to find a girl to take his mind off what he lost, but he cant.
In Finding Chase, Chase will grow closer to Brittney one of his good friends and Nikki's best friend. He seen her before he met Nikki, but she had a boyfriend and was off limits, plus she was his best friends twin sister.
Can Chase move on after losing Nikki and can he find him self again? Will his relationship with Brit grow into something else? Will he get his happy ending? These are the challenges Chase will face.
Finding Chase was such a great read, and written just as well. We get a insight into the pain you could face after losing you first love and seeing how you can overcome it. This book just like the first touches on real subjects and you, like I did will find your self wondering how you would deal with it. You will cry for Chase, for his hurt. I know I did. It was a great way to finish the books off.
BRAVO LACEY YOU DID IT AGAIN, ANOTHER TOUCHDOWN FOR YOU :)
After losing his first love after a car wreak on the night they finally decided it was time to move to the next level sexually, Chases life is turned upside down and is blaming him self for Nikki's death.
Chase is now moving to attend ASU with his best friend Brett, Brittney(Brett's twin sister) and Tana, Brett's girlfriend. The guys will live right next door to the girl. Chase is on full scholarship to the university for football.
After almost 9 months since Nikki's passing, he is still mourning her and missing her. There is no way he will let anyone else in. He lost his father too, and he thinks everyone he loves, will die because of him. He has slept in to depression, just putting on a brave face when he is around his family and friends.
After moving into his apartment, he will try to go on with his life, he owes it to Nikki, and has promised her. Everyone is wanting him to find a girl to take his mind off what he lost, but he cant.
In Finding Chase, Chase will grow closer to Brittney one of his good friends and Nikki's best friend. He seen her before he met Nikki, but she had a boyfriend and was off limits, plus she was his best friends twin sister.
Can Chase move on after losing Nikki and can he find him self again? Will his relationship with Brit grow into something else? Will he get his happy ending? These are the challenges Chase will face.
Finding Chase was such a great read, and written just as well. We get a insight into the pain you could face after losing you first love and seeing how you can overcome it. This book just like the first touches on real subjects and you, like I did will find your self wondering how you would deal with it. You will cry for Chase, for his hurt. I know I did. It was a great way to finish the books off.
BRAVO LACEY YOU DID IT AGAIN, ANOTHER TOUCHDOWN FOR YOU :)
December 28, 2012
After the first book in this story, which broke my heart, I couldn't wait to continue the story of this remarkable young man, who had been through so much.
Chase has left home in this book and has gone off to college with his best friend Brett, and his twin sister Britt.
Chase is still struggling to move on after he lost Nikki, but his friends and family are doing all they can to help him move on.
It takes a conversation with his soon-to-be stepfather, who lost his first fiancée years ago, to understand that even though he would always love Nikki, that didn't mean he couldn't also learn to love someone new.
Chase starts dating Jennifer, a girl he meets through Britt's job, but realises that the only reason he was attracted to her was that she reminds him so much of Nikki. Being the kind of wonderful man he is becoming, he stops things with her. But there is a girl he has always liked, and now it is time for him to make his move.
This is that story. How Chase starts to accept what his loss means to him in the longterm. That even though you have lost someone, that it is ok to fall in love again. Falling in love doesn't mean forgetting the lost one, but realising that you can love again. I think this is a very important lesson for many of us to learn, myself included.
The ending was sweet, and left me feeling that there is hope for us all.
Please continue reading after you have finished this story, as the messaged from the author are truly touching and explain where this story came from.
Chase has left home in this book and has gone off to college with his best friend Brett, and his twin sister Britt.
Chase is still struggling to move on after he lost Nikki, but his friends and family are doing all they can to help him move on.
It takes a conversation with his soon-to-be stepfather, who lost his first fiancée years ago, to understand that even though he would always love Nikki, that didn't mean he couldn't also learn to love someone new.
Chase starts dating Jennifer, a girl he meets through Britt's job, but realises that the only reason he was attracted to her was that she reminds him so much of Nikki. Being the kind of wonderful man he is becoming, he stops things with her. But there is a girl he has always liked, and now it is time for him to make his move.
This is that story. How Chase starts to accept what his loss means to him in the longterm. That even though you have lost someone, that it is ok to fall in love again. Falling in love doesn't mean forgetting the lost one, but realising that you can love again. I think this is a very important lesson for many of us to learn, myself included.
The ending was sweet, and left me feeling that there is hope for us all.
Please continue reading after you have finished this story, as the messaged from the author are truly touching and explain where this story came from.
December 10, 2012
Review with Spoilers
This review will be harsh. Finding Chase was such a meh book that I don't know how anyone can give it more than 2 stars. Maybe everyone who did was friends with the author or something. Don't know, or maybe I've been exposed to better prose.
For an author who writes about her own personal experiences, her writing lacks fundamental depth. You know Chase has gone through major trauma in life but I couldn't really feel his pain. The scenes and his inner dialogues felt hollow. The lack of originality and weak plot device showed me that this book wasn't done with much thought or consideration. I'm sure that it took a lot of work to put it together but it doesn't show and that is just sad. It seems that Lacey was in a hurry to continue Chase's story and didn't give herself enough time to write a strong sequel. So Finding Chase is nothing more than an empty book without a soul.
This review will be harsh. Finding Chase was such a meh book that I don't know how anyone can give it more than 2 stars. Maybe everyone who did was friends with the author or something. Don't know, or maybe I've been exposed to better prose.
For an author who writes about her own personal experiences, her writing lacks fundamental depth. You know Chase has gone through major trauma in life but I couldn't really feel his pain. The scenes and his inner dialogues felt hollow. The lack of originality and weak plot device showed me that this book wasn't done with much thought or consideration. I'm sure that it took a lot of work to put it together but it doesn't show and that is just sad. It seems that Lacey was in a hurry to continue Chase's story and didn't give herself enough time to write a strong sequel. So Finding Chase is nothing more than an empty book without a soul.
January 1, 2013
I was very hesitant to read this one but since I loved Chasing Nikki I thought I would give it a chance.
Picking up after the death of Nikki, Chase goes to college on a football scholarship with his bestfriend Brett and twin, Brittney. He begins to have feelings for Brittney... can he find the love of his life twice?
The story was touching and pretty predictable.
Like everyone else said, the epilogue is the real winner to the whole novel.
December 30, 2012
What an amazing book. I thought this was a wonderful way to end this story. This book started out heart wrenching but ended up being heart warming. I would say that this book is a MUST READ!!!!
May 16, 2015
What can I say? Even though it was very predictable and when I started reading I knew what's going to happen. I really enjoyed it.
Chase deserved it!
Chase deserved it!
January 2, 2013
Don't read this review unless you have read Chasing Nikki!
3.5 Stars.
Edit: After thinking about it I feel I need to change my star and add a bit more..
I really wish we had seen more of Nikki's family towards the end. Chase was always talking about how close they were, yet we never found out how Justine and the two kids felt about Chase's new relationship. I'm sure they would have been happy to see him happy, but we just never knew.
I finished Chasing Nikki in absolute floods of tears, it tore me apart. I knew it would be sad but I wasn't prepare enough for it. Once it ended I almost wished that had been all, I felt uncomfortable with the story moving on. I loved Chase and Nikki and didn't like the idea of him moving on, even though I knew he had to.
Chase has been through complete and utter hell in his short life, the most recent of which, was losing his girlfriend in a car accident. After all the hurt he had been through he had to find a way to love again and in a good way, without alcohol and drugs.
Without his friends, Chase never would have gotten through it. His friend Brittney in particular helped him more than anything, and this is where I had an issue.
Brittney was best friends with Chase and Nikki so when a relationship started to form between Chase and herself I was uncomfortable. But giving the author credit, she did a good job. None of it felt rushed and every issue each character had I totally understood. They were concerned what it would mean to be together and they talked through their issues. It was a welcomed change.
I loved the epilogue, I guess it was bitter sweet. Before I got to the last sentence though I'd pretty much guessed what was going to happen so I didn't necessarily like that predictability.
The very ending though is what, once again, tore me apart. It was a note from the author explaining where the idea from this series came from and I had no idea what I was about to read. It really hurt my heart to read.
Lacey, I think you are wonderful for sharing this story.
3.5 Stars.
Edit: After thinking about it I feel I need to change my star and add a bit more..
I really wish we had seen more of Nikki's family towards the end. Chase was always talking about how close they were, yet we never found out how Justine and the two kids felt about Chase's new relationship. I'm sure they would have been happy to see him happy, but we just never knew.
I finished Chasing Nikki in absolute floods of tears, it tore me apart. I knew it would be sad but I wasn't prepare enough for it. Once it ended I almost wished that had been all, I felt uncomfortable with the story moving on. I loved Chase and Nikki and didn't like the idea of him moving on, even though I knew he had to.
Chase has been through complete and utter hell in his short life, the most recent of which, was losing his girlfriend in a car accident. After all the hurt he had been through he had to find a way to love again and in a good way, without alcohol and drugs.
Without his friends, Chase never would have gotten through it. His friend Brittney in particular helped him more than anything, and this is where I had an issue.
Brittney was best friends with Chase and Nikki so when a relationship started to form between Chase and herself I was uncomfortable. But giving the author credit, she did a good job. None of it felt rushed and every issue each character had I totally understood. They were concerned what it would mean to be together and they talked through their issues. It was a welcomed change.
I loved the epilogue, I guess it was bitter sweet. Before I got to the last sentence though I'd pretty much guessed what was going to happen so I didn't necessarily like that predictability.
The very ending though is what, once again, tore me apart. It was a note from the author explaining where the idea from this series came from and I had no idea what I was about to read. It really hurt my heart to read.
Lacey, I think you are wonderful for sharing this story.
January 8, 2013
I'm always glad when I find books that already have sequels out, I only had to download the next one after reading Chasing Nikki, I didn't have to wait!
Finding Chase continues the story after Chasing Nikki ends, where Chase and his friends head to school (conveniently, they're all at the same university). While I always roll my eyes at the Saved-By-the-Bell option of creating a possibility for all the major characters to go to the same college, this was a good sequel to the first book. Not quite as emotionally draining, but still a good one nonetheless.
Problems I had with this book...
Highlights of the book...
-The development of the relationship was very natural. I'm glad it wasn't quick or crazy like the first one, or I'd be signing Chase up for therapy.
-I felt like the dialogue was a little less cheesy, there was still a cheese factor involved, but not nearly as bad as the first.
Overall, it was a good sequel. I'm glad I read this series. It's a pretty cheap read on Amazon, go get it!
Finding Chase continues the story after Chasing Nikki ends, where Chase and his friends head to school (conveniently, they're all at the same university). While I always roll my eyes at the Saved-By-the-Bell option of creating a possibility for all the major characters to go to the same college, this was a good sequel to the first book. Not quite as emotionally draining, but still a good one nonetheless.
Problems I had with this book...
Highlights of the book...
-The development of the relationship was very natural. I'm glad it wasn't quick or crazy like the first one, or I'd be signing Chase up for therapy.
-I felt like the dialogue was a little less cheesy, there was still a cheese factor involved, but not nearly as bad as the first.
Overall, it was a good sequel. I'm glad I read this series. It's a pretty cheap read on Amazon, go get it!
February 5, 2013
Basically I am reposting my review of Chasing Nikki here but I gave Finding Chase 5* over 4 * for chasing Nikki because of the lack of a HEA. i read to go to a happy place. Chasing Nikki didnt quite get me to a happy place although i loved it. I was overwhelmed by Finding Chase.
I read this book and its sequel in one day....both books in the same day. I want to support this author and encourage others to read these fabulous books, but she makes it hard to write a review without spoilers. Lacey did an outstanding job connecting the readers with the emotions of a male teen. I have to say I am so glad that the sequel was ready for me to read right away. I suggest you take a chance on Chase and read both Chasing Nikki and Finding Chase. Yes it is a mature young adult book, but it is a book that can help open dialogue between kids and parents. It reassures us parents that even when we arent looking, if we have given our children the right foundation, they will make good choices. It also gives us hope that if our children deviate from the straight and narrow path they can find their way back. Both books are emotional roller coasters and i needed kleenex at several points in both books. Go meet Chase and return to the emotional times of high school and college.
I read this book and its sequel in one day....both books in the same day. I want to support this author and encourage others to read these fabulous books, but she makes it hard to write a review without spoilers. Lacey did an outstanding job connecting the readers with the emotions of a male teen. I have to say I am so glad that the sequel was ready for me to read right away. I suggest you take a chance on Chase and read both Chasing Nikki and Finding Chase. Yes it is a mature young adult book, but it is a book that can help open dialogue between kids and parents. It reassures us parents that even when we arent looking, if we have given our children the right foundation, they will make good choices. It also gives us hope that if our children deviate from the straight and narrow path they can find their way back. Both books are emotional roller coasters and i needed kleenex at several points in both books. Go meet Chase and return to the emotional times of high school and college.
June 9, 2013
I'm crying (again) because Chase is nothing but stole my heart. Well done, Miss Weatherford.
After losing Nikki, Chase's devastated. But he didn't waste his life with drugs like he used to. He got scholarship for football and he become the golden boy in college. But inside, he's empty. He needs Nikki. That's when Brittney, Brett's twin sister starts stealing his attention. He felt guilty, he didn't want to betray Nikki's memory by falling for other girl. But Brittney's so tender and honest, Chase can't stop thinking about her..
One thing that bother me is, there's no continuing for Chase's grandpa. I mean, I kind of expecting his grandpa would call him everyday but apparently no. That's okay though. I'm satisfied for what it is. ;)
Even though I didn't really fond of Britt mostly because I still stuck with Nikki, but she's perfect for Chase. She's caring and sweet and I like her for taking care of Chase.
The story of Miss Weatherford, one in the back, is killing me. My heart's breaking for Mike and I hope no matter where he is, he'd be happy for you, Miss Weatherford.
Definitely 5 stars and beyond. One of the best series I've ever read!
After losing Nikki, Chase's devastated. But he didn't waste his life with drugs like he used to. He got scholarship for football and he become the golden boy in college. But inside, he's empty. He needs Nikki. That's when Brittney, Brett's twin sister starts stealing his attention. He felt guilty, he didn't want to betray Nikki's memory by falling for other girl. But Brittney's so tender and honest, Chase can't stop thinking about her..
One thing that bother me is, there's no continuing for Chase's grandpa. I mean, I kind of expecting his grandpa would call him everyday but apparently no. That's okay though. I'm satisfied for what it is. ;)
Even though I didn't really fond of Britt mostly because I still stuck with Nikki, but she's perfect for Chase. She's caring and sweet and I like her for taking care of Chase.
The story of Miss Weatherford, one in the back, is killing me. My heart's breaking for Mike and I hope no matter where he is, he'd be happy for you, Miss Weatherford.
Definitely 5 stars and beyond. One of the best series I've ever read!
December 8, 2012
I am absolutely in love with this story, Just like I love Chasing Nikki. I cried reading both story and I cried even more reading Lacey's story. Lacey you are Brilliant and i will keep on saying that I truly love these books. I admired your courage thru the lowest times of your life and admired your husband for staying beside you while you go thru with your emotions with obvious love and understanding.
At first I was reluctant to the idea of Britney and Chase but as the story goes I see the way she helped Chase take one step at a time to healing and letting her go. The dream he had is powerful and i do believe that it can happen for real.
Im glad both Chase and Lacey came out of this story with a happy ending. Brilliant story.
"“And once the storm is over, you won’t remember how you made it through, how you managed to survive. You won’t even be sure, whether the storm is really over. But one thing is certain. When you come out of the storm, you won’t be the same person who walked in. That’s what this storm’s all about.”"
― Haruki Murakami
At first I was reluctant to the idea of Britney and Chase but as the story goes I see the way she helped Chase take one step at a time to healing and letting her go. The dream he had is powerful and i do believe that it can happen for real.
Im glad both Chase and Lacey came out of this story with a happy ending. Brilliant story.
"“And once the storm is over, you won’t remember how you made it through, how you managed to survive. You won’t even be sure, whether the storm is really over. But one thing is certain. When you come out of the storm, you won’t be the same person who walked in. That’s what this storm’s all about.”"
― Haruki Murakami
January 13, 2013
Finding Chase was the perfect sequel!!
I couldn't stop the tears in the beginning of the book.
All I wanted to do was hug Chase!
"My heart is stuck with you. When you died, my hopes and dreams died with you- I'm simply going through the motions. I look around and see everyone continuing on like they don't realize the sun has quit shining."
That had me bawling!!
I loved both books in this series so much!
Very few books have made me cry as much as these!
I'm so happy that Chase got his HEA!!! :)
5 Stars for both books! I'm sad that I've finished reading them but plan on reading them again soon!!
I couldn't stop the tears in the beginning of the book.
All I wanted to do was hug Chase!
"My heart is stuck with you. When you died, my hopes and dreams died with you- I'm simply going through the motions. I look around and see everyone continuing on like they don't realize the sun has quit shining."
That had me bawling!!
I loved both books in this series so much!
Very few books have made me cry as much as these!
I'm so happy that Chase got his HEA!!! :)
5 Stars for both books! I'm sad that I've finished reading them but plan on reading them again soon!!
January 7, 2013
I've loved pretty much everything I've read from Lacey Weatherford, and I love the little extra bits that she gives in this book as to her own personal experience and little bits about IRL Chase. Chasing Nikki was great, but of course, I hated how it ended and couldn't wrap my head around what happened. I fell a little in love with Chase in that book, but this one made me fall way harder for him. The only thing I didnt like about it was that it was a little predictable. I won't say how it was, just simply for the fact that maybe it won't be for someone else, but...it was for me. Other than that, it was emotional, heartfelt, and I loved the ending!
December 26, 2012
Damn Lacey, you killed me again. This book picks up a few months after Chasing Nikki ended. Eventhough I finished it months ago all the emotions came back to me as soon as started this one. Chase's pain was so raw and real. It just broke my heart. His emotional journey to let go of losing Nikki and finding love again was well done. Thank you Lacey for sharing your heartache and loss with us and for giving us Chase.
December 11, 2012
I was heartbroken after reading Chasing Nikki where I fell in love with Chase. I'm so glad that the author decided to write a sequel about him. This book gives the reader some closure by allowing us to read about Chase finding ways to heal, learning to love again and also finally living life to the fullest.
3.5 Stars
3.5 Stars
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