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Revived
India Harris didn’t have the best start in life. Abandoned as a baby, she and her twin brother, Kit, spent their lives in foster care, only having each other to rely on. Then, at a young age, a relationship with the wrong man left India pregnant. Wanting to give her son the life she never had, she put herself through school and graduated with honors.
Now, at the age of thirty, she’s a highly respected therapist.
At the top of his game as a Formula One driver, Leandro Silva had everything—until an accident on the track left him staring death in the face. After enduring twelve months of physical therapy, Leandro is now physically able to race, but his mind is keeping him from the track. Frustrated and angry, Leandro’s days and nights are filled with limitless alcohol and faceless women.
Entering the last year of his contract, he knows he has to race again, or he’ll lose everything he spent his life working for. Forced into therapy to get his life back, Leandro finds himself in the office of Dr. India Harris.
Falling for his uptight therapist is not part of Leandro’s plan.
Having unethical feelings for her patient, the angry Brazilian race car driver, is not part of India’s plan.
But what if the wrong person is the only person who is right?
Now, at the age of thirty, she’s a highly respected therapist.
At the top of his game as a Formula One driver, Leandro Silva had everything—until an accident on the track left him staring death in the face. After enduring twelve months of physical therapy, Leandro is now physically able to race, but his mind is keeping him from the track. Frustrated and angry, Leandro’s days and nights are filled with limitless alcohol and faceless women.
Entering the last year of his contract, he knows he has to race again, or he’ll lose everything he spent his life working for. Forced into therapy to get his life back, Leandro finds himself in the office of Dr. India Harris.
Falling for his uptight therapist is not part of Leandro’s plan.
Having unethical feelings for her patient, the angry Brazilian race car driver, is not part of India’s plan.
But what if the wrong person is the only person who is right?
312 pages
First published July 8, 2015
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Samantha Towle
36 books11.9k followersSamantha Towle is a New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author.
A native of Hull, she lives in East Yorkshire with her husband, their son and daughter, and three large furbabies.
She is the author of contemporary romances, The Storm Series, The Revved Series, The Wardrobe Series, The Gods Series, and standalones, Trouble, When I Was Yours, The Ending I Want, Unsuitable, Under Her, River Wild, Dead Pretty, The Two Week Stand and Sacking the Quarterback which was written with James Patterson. She has also written paranormal romances, The Bringer and The Alexandra Jones Series. With over a million books sold, her titles have appeared in countless bestseller lists, and are currently translated into ten languages.
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A native of Hull, she lives in East Yorkshire with her husband, their son and daughter, and three large furbabies.
She is the author of contemporary romances, The Storm Series, The Revved Series, The Wardrobe Series, The Gods Series, and standalones, Trouble, When I Was Yours, The Ending I Want, Unsuitable, Under Her, River Wild, Dead Pretty, The Two Week Stand and Sacking the Quarterback which was written with James Patterson. She has also written paranormal romances, The Bringer and The Alexandra Jones Series. With over a million books sold, her titles have appeared in countless bestseller lists, and are currently translated into ten languages.
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July 12, 2015
REVIVED (REVVED #2) TEASER #1
Leandro POV
My eyes move to the magazines on the table. A sports mag is peeking out from under the fashion mags. Leaning forward, I pull it out, instantly wishing I hadn’t.
On the cover of the magazine is a picture of me with the caption, What the Bad Side of Formula 1 Looks Like.
Nice.
So, now, I’m the bad side of Formula 1. Good to know.
I already know what the media say about me. How I’ve turned from a great racer into a drunk and a whore.
They’re not wrong on the whore part. Well, whore is a bit harsh. I don’t charge for my services. And I wouldn’t say I’m a drunk. I just like to drink—a lot.
I shouldn’t read the article. I know this, but the sadistic part of me has me turning those pages.
Finding the article, eyes scanning the text, I pick out the usual shit.
Why is Silva no longer racing? Physically, he’s healthy. Is it mental problems? Fear over racing because of his accident? Is that why he drinks—drowning his misery in alcohol? Such a shame to see a once great driver fall from grace so dramatically.
Frustration and rage grip my chest like a vise.
Fuck this. I don’t need this shit.
Even though I can’t race, it’s not like I actually need to.
I don’t need to race. I just need to drink and fuck. That’s all I need now. All I will ever need.
Liar.
I’m a liar and a chickenshit. And that’s why I’m sitting in the waiting room to see a therapist.
Maybe I am beyond help.
Tossing the magazine back onto the table, I get to my feet, ready to leave this place, just as the door opens, revealing the epitome of what I could really do with screwing right now.
My eyes trail up the tanned, toned legs to the fitted pencil skirt that I would happily hitch up to see the magnificent pussy that I bet lies beneath. A pale-pink blouse is tucked into that skirt, covering what looks like a fantastically sized pair of tits. Silky blonde hair sits on her shoulders. Hair that I would enjoy getting my hands all tangled in while I fuck those bright red lips of hers, enjoying seeing that lipstick smeared all over my cock.
My dick pulses in my jeans, more than ready to proposition her with the offer.
“Mr. Silva.” She steps forward. “I’m Dr. Harris. But please call me India.”
She’s Dr. Harris?
This hitch-your-skirt-up-and-let-me-fuck-you-right-now woman is my new therapist.
Well, that’s just fucking great. It’s not like I can bang my therapist.
I put my cock on hold and give her my best smile, the one that always has panties dropping to the floor, as I say, “And you can call me Leandro.”
July 21, 2015
4-4.5 stars!
Revived is book 2 in the Revved series, but can be read as a standalone. In Revved, we meet Brazilian Formula One driver, Leandro Silva. Leandro is slick, he’s talented, and he’s on the top of his game. Until one terrible accident changes everything for him. He’s healing physically, but his mind isn’t in the right place. He’s having trouble coping with his near death experience. He’s having trouble coping with the fact that he’s not a racer anymore, and he can’t be again. Not until he gets himself together.
Here enters India Harris. Thirty year old therapist and single mom. Dr. India Harris is just who Leandro needs to get through his issues. She has a way of talking with him and working with him that gets him to make big changes and face his feelings and what he’s going through. One big problem. Leandro starts to fall for India. India has feelings for him as well, which is not only unethical for her, but could also cost her the license she worked so hard for and her career.
India and Leandro are in a hard place. Taking a chance on love could have huge repercussions. But is it worth it? Is giving love a chance worth giving up everything else?
Leandro was a fun character to read about. I liked him in the first book, but this book he truly won me over. Seeing all the changes he made, the growth that he was able to show was wonderful. India was also a fantastic character. I understood her struggle, the way she had to put her job/career first. It wasn’t just about India. India has a son that factors in so I never faulted her for the times she pushed Leandro away. There was minimal angst in this one (compared to the first LOL) and some drama, but not over the top.
Revived is a great addition to this series. I love the way Samantha Towle tells a story. The way that humor, love, friendship and steam are all mixed together perfectly. A highly entertaining, quick read that left me smiling!
Revived is book 2 in the Revved series, but can be read as a standalone. In Revved, we meet Brazilian Formula One driver, Leandro Silva. Leandro is slick, he’s talented, and he’s on the top of his game. Until one terrible accident changes everything for him. He’s healing physically, but his mind isn’t in the right place. He’s having trouble coping with his near death experience. He’s having trouble coping with the fact that he’s not a racer anymore, and he can’t be again. Not until he gets himself together.
Here enters India Harris. Thirty year old therapist and single mom. Dr. India Harris is just who Leandro needs to get through his issues. She has a way of talking with him and working with him that gets him to make big changes and face his feelings and what he’s going through. One big problem. Leandro starts to fall for India. India has feelings for him as well, which is not only unethical for her, but could also cost her the license she worked so hard for and her career.
India and Leandro are in a hard place. Taking a chance on love could have huge repercussions. But is it worth it? Is giving love a chance worth giving up everything else?
“Usually, the things we love the most are the things that terrify us.”
Leandro was a fun character to read about. I liked him in the first book, but this book he truly won me over. Seeing all the changes he made, the growth that he was able to show was wonderful. India was also a fantastic character. I understood her struggle, the way she had to put her job/career first. It wasn’t just about India. India has a son that factors in so I never faulted her for the times she pushed Leandro away. There was minimal angst in this one (compared to the first LOL) and some drama, but not over the top.
Revived is a great addition to this series. I love the way Samantha Towle tells a story. The way that humor, love, friendship and steam are all mixed together perfectly. A highly entertaining, quick read that left me smiling!
August 13, 2016
Chase her.
Chase her even when she’s already yours.
That’s the only way you’ll be assured to never lose her.
5 #TalkPortugueseToMe STARS
India and Leandro .. ♥
So .. Leandro was introduced in the first novel and I remember thinking that it would be awesome if he got his own book. He OOZED confidence and had the whole badboy MAN thing going for him. That ending of the first novel just about KILLED ME! Leandro gets into an accident thus leading us to now. Physically he's all ready to go back on the track as for emotionally .. that's where the specialist needs to be called in .. HELLO INDIA! India is Leandro's therapist and being so she must keep this strictly professional despite the fact that this gorgeous Portuguese hunk is laying it on thick (#NoPunIntended). I rather enjoyed how this plot played out. I can honestly say I love the first novel MORE however I loved this one as well. Samantha Towle has composed yet ANOTHER wonderful novel with well developed characters, plot, and dialogue. It was the perfect length and I certainly wouldn't hesitate to re-read. I'm REALLY hoping for a third novel? .. because I honestly couldn't bare the thought of not reading another sexy race car driver story!
Revived Samantha Towle
Chase her even when she’s already yours.
That’s the only way you’ll be assured to never lose her.
5 #TalkPortugueseToMe STARS
India and Leandro .. ♥
The way I feel about her ...
it is not like anything I have ever known.
It is all consuming -- the unrelenting need
to be with her, make her mine,
brand myself into her skin
because she sure as hell is
branded into mine.
"I bet being the hot racing bad
boy got you a lot of girls."
"I did alright." I give a lazy shrug.
So keep in mind all the sacrifices I'm makin'
To keep you by my side ..►♫
Her smile was made solely for me.
And if I weren't already
sure that I was in love with her, then
I would know it in this moment.
So .. Leandro was introduced in the first novel and I remember thinking that it would be awesome if he got his own book. He OOZED confidence and had the whole bad
I'm in deep,
and I don't want to get out.
I want to get deeper
in with you. I want you
in my life ... to be my life.
Cause there'll be no sunlight
If I lose you, baby ..►♫
My life was on a downward
spiral to hell before I met you.
You saved me in more ways
than one. Loving you saved me.
We had to endure the worst,
to be able to find each other.
But it was those thing we endured
and faced separately that made
us who we are together.
Revived Samantha Towle
July 26, 2015
4 Reviving Stars.
A year ago Leandro Silva, one of the best F1 racers suffered an accident that put him out of the races for several months. But a year has passed and despite being physically healed he still can’t run. In order to get back to doing what he loves he decides he needs some therapy and just like him, India is the best at her job. He wasn’t expecting to fall in love with his therapist. And India, a single mother with not much more to live for than her son and her job was expecting even less to fall in love with a patient. Especially because that’s a situation that could cost her job and with that the security she can provide to her son. Neither of them expected to fall for each other, but sometimes life works in a way that can catch us by surprise, we just have to learn how to accept it.
I’ll be completely honest, after the push & pull in the last book that left extremely frustrated with the story I was afraid that this book was going through the same route. And in the beginning it was, there was some push & pull that left me a little mad, the different was that this time I could understand why India was doing it, after all her job was at stake. In her traditionally brilliant and addictive writing, Samantha Towle delivers a delicious and steamy romance that will leave wanting more. A book not to miss.
Rating: 4 Stars.
Characters Development: Despite being a little annoyed with her indecision I really liked India and how she was devoted to her son. She always put him first and she was a really good mother. Leandro was great as well, I’m always a little wary of manwhores but he was nothing but sweet and loyal towards India and I loved how accepting and sweet he also was towards her son. I loved India’s brother… maybe he’s the next one getting his own book? *fingers crossed*
Steam: Hot.
Sensible Subjects:
Love Triangle:
Cheating:
HEA:
A year ago Leandro Silva, one of the best F1 racers suffered an accident that put him out of the races for several months. But a year has passed and despite being physically healed he still can’t run. In order to get back to doing what he loves he decides he needs some therapy and just like him, India is the best at her job. He wasn’t expecting to fall in love with his therapist. And India, a single mother with not much more to live for than her son and her job was expecting even less to fall in love with a patient. Especially because that’s a situation that could cost her job and with that the security she can provide to her son. Neither of them expected to fall for each other, but sometimes life works in a way that can catch us by surprise, we just have to learn how to accept it.
I’ll be completely honest, after the push & pull in the last book that left extremely frustrated with the story I was afraid that this book was going through the same route. And in the beginning it was, there was some push & pull that left me a little mad, the different was that this time I could understand why India was doing it, after all her job was at stake. In her traditionally brilliant and addictive writing, Samantha Towle delivers a delicious and steamy romance that will leave wanting more. A book not to miss.
Rating: 4 Stars.
Characters Development: Despite being a little annoyed with her indecision I really liked India and how she was devoted to her son. She always put him first and she was a really good mother. Leandro was great as well, I’m always a little wary of manwhores but he was nothing but sweet and loyal towards India and I loved how accepting and sweet he also was towards her son. I loved India’s brother… maybe he’s the next one getting his own book? *fingers crossed*
Steam: Hot.
Sensible Subjects:
Love Triangle:
Cheating:
HEA:
July 21, 2015
When I met Leandro Silva in Revved he wasn't my favorite character, but I won't lie and say I wasn't intrigued. There was a HUGE part of me that couldn't wait to meet the bad boy of Formula One racing.
When Revived begins Leandro has physically recovered from the accident that almost killed him, well it did kill him, but he was brought back. Now he isn't sure why he survived only to be a broken version of the man he was. Carrick and Leandro have developed a friendship since his accident and his wife Andi refers Leandro to her therapist for help.
India Harris is a single mother and successful therapist. She had a difficult childhood, but found it in herself to rise above it all and fight for a better life for her and her child. Now a successful therapist it's her life's mission to help others do the same.
India never expected to have such an intense attraction to a patient, dating a patient is unethical and completely forbidden. She is capable of fighting her physical attraction, but when Leandro begins to open up and develop a deeper connection it's harder and harder to not give in to his advances.
I love a forbidden romance, but this was just so much more. Leandro is a damaged man and lost, but is still able to want to help others. I loved his heart and connection he had with India and Jett. He was so sweet and generous, I loved how he wanted to give them everything and take care of them. India definitely struggled, but it wasn't frustrating to me because I understood where she was coming from.
Overall, this story has everything. It's sexy, sweet, funny and has enough angst, but isn't drama for the sake of drama. I fell so in love with these characters and never wanted to see their story end. I loved, loved, loved the epilogue, it was seriously perfect!!
ARC kindly provided in exchange for an honest review.
I am less than half the man I used to be. A pacified version of myself, who can’t even climb into a regular car, let alone my race care. I can’t drive. And without that, I am nothing.
When Revived begins Leandro has physically recovered from the accident that almost killed him, well it did kill him, but he was brought back. Now he isn't sure why he survived only to be a broken version of the man he was. Carrick and Leandro have developed a friendship since his accident and his wife Andi refers Leandro to her therapist for help.
India Harris is a single mother and successful therapist. She had a difficult childhood, but found it in herself to rise above it all and fight for a better life for her and her child. Now a successful therapist it's her life's mission to help others do the same.
India never expected to have such an intense attraction to a patient, dating a patient is unethical and completely forbidden. She is capable of fighting her physical attraction, but when Leandro begins to open up and develop a deeper connection it's harder and harder to not give in to his advances.
I love a forbidden romance, but this was just so much more. Leandro is a damaged man and lost, but is still able to want to help others. I loved his heart and connection he had with India and Jett. He was so sweet and generous, I loved how he wanted to give them everything and take care of them. India definitely struggled, but it wasn't frustrating to me because I understood where she was coming from.
Everything feels different with her. She’s my game changer. My one.
Overall, this story has everything. It's sexy, sweet, funny and has enough angst, but isn't drama for the sake of drama. I fell so in love with these characters and never wanted to see their story end. I loved, loved, loved the epilogue, it was seriously perfect!!
“Loving you saved me.”
ARC kindly provided in exchange for an honest review.
July 17, 2015
mehhhhhhhh....
I don't know...maybe I was in the wrong mood, but I didn't really care. Sorry.
I don't know...maybe I was in the wrong mood, but I didn't really care. Sorry.
October 16, 2016
REVIVED by Samantha Towle is the 2ND book in her REVVED Duet and tells the story of Leandro Silva, the hot playboy and sexy Brazilian F1 racing driver, who we met very briefly in the first book, Revved.
After surviving the crash in his last race, Leandro has spent the last year trying to get back his life and career. It has not been an easy journey. Unable to come to terms with his situation, he's turn to drink and women....
India Harris, therapist, is nothing like what Leandro was expecting.............
What I liked about this story:
The development of India and Leandro's relationship. Despite the instant attraction when they first met, because of the nature of their initial meeting, they both take a while to taking it further from the professional and friendship level they have.
Engaging and endearing characters.....Leandro & India are so likeable....and I adored Kit (her brother) and Jett (her son. And of course, meeting up with Carrick & Andi again was an absolute TREAT!!!!
The right amount of angst and drama - it never becomes dark and depressing.
The exciting world of Formula 1.....
Fabulous escape into an exciting and thrilling fantasy world, which the author makes totally believable and realistic enough.
An amazing epilogue..........holding my fingers crossed that we will get another story in this series.........Jett, perhaps????? Ooooh, yes please!!!
A lovely, sweet and romantic love story!!!
After surviving the crash in his last race, Leandro has spent the last year trying to get back his life and career. It has not been an easy journey. Unable to come to terms with his situation, he's turn to drink and women....
Still suffering the after-effects of the trauma, he needs to deal with his fear of getting back into a car. At Andi Amaro's suggestion, he agrees to see a therapist, India Harris, to help him with his PTSD.
India Harris, therapist, is nothing like what Leandro was expecting.............
My eyes trail up the toned, tanned legs, to the fitted pencil skirt that I would happily hitch up to see the magnificent pussy that I bet lies beneath. A pale pink blouse is tucked into that skirt, covering what look like a fantastically sized pair of tits. Silky blonde hair sits on her shoulders. Hair that I would enjoy getting my hands all tangled in, while I fuck those bright red lips of hers, enjoying seeing that lipstick smeared all over my cock.
What I liked about this story:
The development of India and Leandro's relationship. Despite the instant attraction when they first met, because of the nature of their initial meeting, they both take a while to taking it further from the professional and friendship level they have.
The switch between Leandro & India's POV.
Engaging and endearing characters.....Leandro & India are so likeable....and I adored Kit (her brother) and Jett (her son. And of course, meeting up with Carrick & Andi again was an absolute TREAT!!!!
The right amount of angst and drama - it never becomes dark and depressing.
The exciting world of Formula 1.....
...and the fabulous settings.... Sao Paulo, Brazil // London, England // Banbury, England // Northampton, England // Budapest, Hungary // Stavelot, Belgium // Monza, Italy // Yas Island, Abu Dhabi //Monza, Italy.
Fabulous escape into an exciting and thrilling fantasy world, which the author makes totally believable and realistic enough.
An amazing epilogue..........holding my fingers crossed that we will get another story in this series.........Jett, perhaps????? Ooooh, yes please!!!
A lovely, sweet and romantic love story!!!
July 16, 2015
REVIEW TO COME
4.5 Stars!
(BR with Sharon)
4.5 Stars!
(BR with Sharon)
July 24, 2015
If you read Revved, you know that Leandro was in a horrible accident and barely survived. And he's still not "surviving" very well, in fact, he's having PTSD. His racing sponsors are forcing him to get back on the track and his only recourse is to get therapy. That's where India comes in.
India (along with her twin brother, Kit) were abandoned as babies and moved from group home to group home. Never feeling loved, she ate up the attention of an older man at her group home. However, here trust was abused as well as her body so she decided to take control of her life and help others.
Leandro and India have a rocky start. Leandro wants any woman although he does feel something different for India, it just takes him a while to get sober...and to sort through things. India cannot have a relationship with a patient no matter how much she wants to. But Leandro is different, she just has to decide if her career is worth it.
I really enjoyed India and Leandro together...there sure was a lot of passion and a connection that they both needed. I especially liked the addition of Jett into the equation. He was quite the character.
It was nice have quite a bit of Carrick in this book. I enjoyed his friendship with Leandro...boys will be boys. And it was great having Andi for a few scenes.
(Carrick and Leandro)
The drama is good but I just hate when events are written that it's so obvious they would or wouldn't do. Both Leandro and India are smart and I'm sure their bodyguards are as well. I guess I just felt let down because seriously, it was almost too easy to figure out.
The ending was very sweet and even though India had hurdles to go through, I'm happy that she had Leandro there with her.
There's nothing about a next book in the series but I would love to read Kit's story...even though we know the HEA.
Favorite quote:
♥ "I’m in deep, and I don’t want to get out. I want to get deeper in with you. I want you in my life…to be my life.”
♦ BR w/Melissa!
India (along with her twin brother, Kit) were abandoned as babies and moved from group home to group home. Never feeling loved, she ate up the attention of an older man at her group home. However, here trust was abused as well as her body so she decided to take control of her life and help others.
Leandro and India have a rocky start. Leandro wants any woman although he does feel something different for India, it just takes him a while to get sober...and to sort through things. India cannot have a relationship with a patient no matter how much she wants to. But Leandro is different, she just has to decide if her career is worth it.
I really enjoyed India and Leandro together...there sure was a lot of passion and a connection that they both needed. I especially liked the addition of Jett into the equation. He was quite the character.
It was nice have quite a bit of Carrick in this book. I enjoyed his friendship with Leandro...boys will be boys. And it was great having Andi for a few scenes.
(Carrick and Leandro)
The drama is good but I just hate when events are written that it's so obvious they would or wouldn't do. Both Leandro and India are smart and I'm sure their bodyguards are as well. I guess I just felt let down because seriously, it was almost too easy to figure out.
The ending was very sweet and even though India had hurdles to go through, I'm happy that she had Leandro there with her.
There's nothing about a next book in the series but I would love to read Kit's story...even though we know the HEA.
Favorite quote:
♥ "I’m in deep, and I don’t want to get out. I want to get deeper in with you. I want you in my life…to be my life.”
♦ BR w/Melissa!
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June 30, 2015
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RELEASE DATE: 12th July 2015
He sounds like my kind of hero.... the kind that needs fixing.. Can't wait for this one!!
My review thoughts for Revved (Revved #1)
August 4, 2015
Sadly, it is not as good as the first. I absolutely loved the characters and the background of the first part, so without hesitation I reached for this part. However, I am a little disappointed.
“Usually, the things we love most are the things that terrify us.”
***Quick Review:***
Series: The second book in the series, but can be read as a stand alone.
Grade: Sports erotic romance.
Main characters: Leandro Silva Brazilian F1 driver. Thirty-one years old. Dr. India Harris, therapist, thirty, abuse in younger years, has a twelve-year-son.
Secondary characters: Welcome back Carrick and Andi, from the first part. Kit, brother of the heroine, and finally very best Jett, her son.
Steamy: Yes.
Sensitive topic: Yes.
Love triangle:
Cheating:
Cliffhanger:
HEA:
Would I recommend? Yes. Especially I highly recommend first one Revved #1.
***
About the plot: Leandro survived a tragic accident on the formula one track. Spite of complete healing of physical, he is unable to cope mentally. This way gets to therapy and meets a beautiful Dr. India Harris. They feel attractions to each other, but alas ... he is her patient. She's gone through a lot in life and strongly fought for her and her son future. She does not put infatuation on the risks of her career. Leandro understands that, occasionally, but above all he feels strong feelings for her and does not want to give it up. Rational part of the doctor, however, does not allow them to get far away.
“So, you don’t want me to make you come with my unethical tongue or fuck you with my unethically hard cock? Because it is hard, India. Really fucking hard because of you…for you.”
Final thoughts: The thing is that ... I do not buy this story. The first half better than the other. Even though slowly warms up. But then suddenly we have such a twist that everything seems too abrupt. And really everything on this. I thought about three-four stars. But finally again too rush.
But we have here (unlike to the first) dual pov, and I fully adore Leandro. So it worked out really good for the book. And as is often the children are the best parts of books. Jett is amazing. Just look:
“I’m glad you’re happy, Mum. And not that you’re not pretty because, of course, you are, but seriously well done for scoring a Formula One driver. I couldn’t be prouder. Overnight, you’ve just made me the most popular kid in school. All I need now is for Uncle Kit to bring home a Victoria’s Secret model, and my life will be set. You want me to make you a coffee?”
It is also very hot. So on a summer evening, I think the book will be ok.
Next in the series? No. But maybe Samantha writes us a book about Jett? This was unexpected, so who knows what will happen.
“Usually, the things we love most are the things that terrify us.”
***Quick Review:***
Series: The second book in the series, but can be read as a stand alone.
Grade: Sports erotic romance.
Main characters: Leandro Silva Brazilian F1 driver. Thirty-one years old. Dr. India Harris, therapist, thirty, abuse in younger years, has a twelve-year-son.
Secondary characters: Welcome back Carrick and Andi, from the first part. Kit, brother of the heroine, and finally very best Jett, her son.
Steamy: Yes.
Sensitive topic: Yes.
Love triangle:
Cheating:
Cliffhanger:
HEA:
Would I recommend? Yes. Especially I highly recommend first one Revved #1.
***
About the plot: Leandro survived a tragic accident on the formula one track. Spite of complete healing of physical, he is unable to cope mentally. This way gets to therapy and meets a beautiful Dr. India Harris. They feel attractions to each other, but alas ... he is her patient. She's gone through a lot in life and strongly fought for her and her son future. She does not put infatuation on the risks of her career. Leandro understands that, occasionally, but above all he feels strong feelings for her and does not want to give it up. Rational part of the doctor, however, does not allow them to get far away.
“So, you don’t want me to make you come with my unethical tongue or fuck you with my unethically hard cock? Because it is hard, India. Really fucking hard because of you…for you.”
Final thoughts: The thing is that ... I do not buy this story. The first half better than the other. Even though slowly warms up. But then suddenly we have such a twist that everything seems too abrupt. And really everything on this. I thought about three-four stars. But finally again too rush.
But we have here (unlike to the first) dual pov, and I fully adore Leandro. So it worked out really good for the book. And as is often the children are the best parts of books. Jett is amazing. Just look:
“I’m glad you’re happy, Mum. And not that you’re not pretty because, of course, you are, but seriously well done for scoring a Formula One driver. I couldn’t be prouder. Overnight, you’ve just made me the most popular kid in school. All I need now is for Uncle Kit to bring home a Victoria’s Secret model, and my life will be set. You want me to make you a coffee?”
It is also very hot. So on a summer evening, I think the book will be ok.
Next in the series? No. But maybe Samantha writes us a book about Jett? This was unexpected, so who knows what will happen.
August 9, 2016
5 "LEANDRO" stars
I fuckin LOVED it!!!
Revived is a second book in the REVVED series and I LOVED it as much as I have loved book 1, if not just a little bit more. This is a story of Leandro Silva a car racer that we are introduced in book 1 and we found out what happened to him at the very end of it. So this book is a continuation of his story of recovery, healing and finding fulfillment on more levels than just the basic one.
Leandro is physically recuperated and healed but he's mentaly down. He's selfloathing ways are destroying him while he drowns in booze and loses himself inside nameless women.
My biggest fears. My regrets. The self-loathing I feel at my own weakness.
I hate myself.
He's suffering from PTSD after his horrible car accident on the track and he's afraid to sit in a car much less to drive it.
...racing is my whole life. It's all i ever wanted to do, all I was ever good at. Losing it...it's killing me slowly.
I have to race again.
I have to get back in a car.
I have to do this.
I can do this.
I've been driving all my life.
He's under an expiring contract and he needs to come back to the tracks in one year max. So he seeks out a therapist recommended by Andi Amaro Ryan, Carrick Ryan's wife and his friend and a healthy rival.
Dr. India Harris has had a hard life, both, her and her twin brother having grown in a foster care, she got pregnant at 17 by her caretaker who used her in the most horrid way possible, and her life had altered in many ways than she could ever have expected, dreamt of or hoped for. Now, 13 years later, she's a respected therapist and highly protective of her private life and the greatest gift that she gain from the past event.
The first encounter between Leandro and India was charged with sparks that were almost painful to endure and it shocked them both. She backed and locked down any growing sensation towards the sexiest „tall, dark and dangerous“ that was also her patient, making him completely off limits. And Leandro is barely holding back himself.
She's the only person I feel that spark with, and she's the only woman I can't have.
The tension between them is palpable to the very core of their existence and the efforts to remain at professional level of conduct is harder by every prolongued minute.
He's looking at me like he actually wants me. And it scares the crap out of me. Because I want him, too
And when the desire breaks them both and they crumble to the ashes in a burst on passion...India panickes and being scared of the consequences of her act and weakness that could cost her her career, she backs away...and pushes Leandro away...but not for long.
The chemistry between us is off the charts,
I've never felt anything like it before,
and I dont intend on walking away from it.
There's no stopping that kind of desire, no matter how hard she might try.
And when they eventually find each other again...and they acknowledge their inevitable feelings for one another...
I love you. I am so fucking in love with you that I am blind to anything else...
I am in deep, and I don't want to get out. I want to get deeper in with you.
I want you in my life..to be my life.
India's past comes knocking at her door, endangering the most precious life that she vowed to protect...and Leandro is the one who'll stand by her side...while they both pay the price and deal with the consequences of the piled events that were turned against them and put in the wrong context.
We had to endure the worst, to be able to find each other. But it was those things we endured and faced separately that made us who we are together. And I wouldn't have it any other way.
Now, this was a true passionate romance, story of a growing love that can only grow stronger and further, it's a story of fighting and beating the crap out of your inner fears, it's about accepting the faults and owning them, but it mostly about an everlasting light in two people who expand each other hearts and grow along with it.
For those who love romantic, passionate, at times sweet, endearing, and sometimes a bit mushy and overwhelming, it's a beautiful ode to love. *sigh*
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July 16, 2015
Hot brazilian race-car-driver??? Count me in!!!!
REVIVED was the PERFECT SEXY ROMANCE!!!
I loved every single second of it. It was cute and funny and moving and suspensy and soooo sexy and grrr - perfect ☺
I also loved that we got to see a LOT of Carrick and Andi again ☺
March 26, 2016
5 stars!!!!
Samantha towle is one of my faves!!!! I absolutely love her!! And she didn't disappoint with Leandro and India's story!!!!
I lover every second of it. I woke up in the middle of the night thinking about this book. Lol.
It's a fast read. With great characters! I really fell in love with Leandro. And india's story was just heart breaking. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Samantha towle is one of my faves!!!! I absolutely love her!! And she didn't disappoint with Leandro and India's story!!!!
I lover every second of it. I woke up in the middle of the night thinking about this book. Lol.
It's a fast read. With great characters! I really fell in love with Leandro. And india's story was just heart breaking. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
January 3, 2016
Leandro what a man
India is a therapist an is a very good 1 she as been through some tough shit but she got her most precious treasure out of them hard times her son Jett she live with her twin bro Kitt who as been there through everything an as helped her raise her like his own they r very close everything was goin so well then 1 day in work she meet Leandro Silva a very famous formula 1 racing car driver he needed her help after being in a very bad accident that nearly took his life his he was findin getting in a car very hard never mind driving 1 so he needed Dr Harris's help he just didn't know she was a woman an totally gorgeous an she felt the same once she got a look at him but India was professional an couldn't do anything about her feels cause he was a client an it's against the rules but there a pull there an it was hard 2 fight but Leandro needed her help once he started getting is life together the whoring stopped the drinking stopped he was doin well but he wanted India an more then any other woman
Things got harder 2 fight when India's son Jett meet Leandro Jett is a huge F1 fan an Leandro is 1 of his fave so when he meet u can imagine what it was like an Leandro was so good with him but this just made India fall in luv with him more they ended up havin a steamy kiss but India put a stop 2 anything else cause of the rules a therapist has 2 stick 2 so she ended everything but Leandro wasn't left in her go an then there bodies were al over each other an them ended up havin the hottest sexy time ever but it didn't end there
I have 2 say I thought this book was so good I luvd the story Ye a lil predictable in part but I didn't care the book was just great I luvd India an he twin bro Mitt an Jett is just so good an a great son an then u have the most sexiest Brazilian driver ever I thought Carrick was hot an he still is but Leandro is 1 hot piece of ass an him talkin Portuguese OMFG is was sexy as hell I d luv him 2 talk 2 me like that India an Leandro's sexy time was so hot an just kept getting hotter it was so good
It was great 2 get more of Carrick an Andi an 2 c how there relationship with Leandro as grown I would of luvd 2 c seen a lil more of Kitt an Petra an how things went with them so I would luvd a book of them even a novella would b great ;) it was great 2 get into both India an Leandro's head with both pov's I think getting into Leandro's head just made me luv him more
Overall I highly recommend this loads happen I couldn't put is down I just wanted more even after it finished xxx
India is a therapist an is a very good 1 she as been through some tough shit but she got her most precious treasure out of them hard times her son Jett she live with her twin bro Kitt who as been there through everything an as helped her raise her like his own they r very close everything was goin so well then 1 day in work she meet Leandro Silva a very famous formula 1 racing car driver he needed her help after being in a very bad accident that nearly took his life his he was findin getting in a car very hard never mind driving 1 so he needed Dr Harris's help he just didn't know she was a woman an totally gorgeous an she felt the same once she got a look at him but India was professional an couldn't do anything about her feels cause he was a client an it's against the rules but there a pull there an it was hard 2 fight but Leandro needed her help once he started getting is life together the whoring stopped the drinking stopped he was doin well but he wanted India an more then any other woman
Things got harder 2 fight when India's son Jett meet Leandro Jett is a huge F1 fan an Leandro is 1 of his fave so when he meet u can imagine what it was like an Leandro was so good with him but this just made India fall in luv with him more they ended up havin a steamy kiss but India put a stop 2 anything else cause of the rules a therapist has 2 stick 2 so she ended everything but Leandro wasn't left in her go an then there bodies were al over each other an them ended up havin the hottest sexy time ever but it didn't end there
I have 2 say I thought this book was so good I luvd the story Ye a lil predictable in part but I didn't care the book was just great I luvd India an he twin bro Mitt an Jett is just so good an a great son an then u have the most sexiest Brazilian driver ever I thought Carrick was hot an he still is but Leandro is 1 hot piece of ass an him talkin Portuguese OMFG is was sexy as hell I d luv him 2 talk 2 me like that India an Leandro's sexy time was so hot an just kept getting hotter it was so good
It was great 2 get more of Carrick an Andi an 2 c how there relationship with Leandro as grown I would of luvd 2 c seen a lil more of Kitt an Petra an how things went with them so I would luvd a book of them even a novella would b great ;) it was great 2 get into both India an Leandro's head with both pov's I think getting into Leandro's head just made me luv him more
Overall I highly recommend this loads happen I couldn't put is down I just wanted more even after it finished xxx
July 17, 2015
4 Heart Racing Stars
Leandro Silva was at the top of his game in Formula 1 racing. But when a bad accident puts him in the hospital where he dies before being resuscitated he's not sure if he'll ever race again. He's physically healed but can't even drive a regular car without having a panic attack. Taking the advice of his friend, Andi, he goes to see a therapist.
Dr. India Harris grew up as a foster kid with her twin brother Kit. When she was just a kid she was taken advantage of by an older worker at her group home and fell pregnant. Now, thirteen years later, she has made something of her life for her son, Jett, and makes it her goal to help those who need it. But when Leandro walks into her office she's not sure what to do with the feelings he ignites inside of her. She can never date a patient. But Leandro is determined to make her break the rules.
Leandro was so freaking sexy! The chemistry that he and India shared was jumping right off the pages of this book and I couldn't wait for them to finally act on it. Leandro had a lot of problems after his accident and I liked how India went about helping him in nonconventional ways and made him realize that his ways of coping weren't healthy or helping.
India had a hard time accepting that she and Leandro were attracted to each other. Being that girl once taken advantage of she never wanted to put someone else in that position. As her patient she felt that she was in a position of power over him and didn't want to be like her abuser. She was usually the one helping people but I like seeing her helping herself and dealing with her feeling over her relationship with Leandro. After a scorching hot hook up she pushed him away for, what she thought was, good. Leandro wouldn't accept defeat that easily though.
I really enjoyed reading this story and the whole book was so intriguing. Trying to figure out what would happen between India and Leandro made it so hard to put this book down and then there was some suspense thrown in that had me on the edge of my seat. Bottom line, everyone needs to read this book!
Leandro Silva was at the top of his game in Formula 1 racing. But when a bad accident puts him in the hospital where he dies before being resuscitated he's not sure if he'll ever race again. He's physically healed but can't even drive a regular car without having a panic attack. Taking the advice of his friend, Andi, he goes to see a therapist.
Dr. India Harris grew up as a foster kid with her twin brother Kit. When she was just a kid she was taken advantage of by an older worker at her group home and fell pregnant. Now, thirteen years later, she has made something of her life for her son, Jett, and makes it her goal to help those who need it. But when Leandro walks into her office she's not sure what to do with the feelings he ignites inside of her. She can never date a patient. But Leandro is determined to make her break the rules.
Leandro was so freaking sexy! The chemistry that he and India shared was jumping right off the pages of this book and I couldn't wait for them to finally act on it. Leandro had a lot of problems after his accident and I liked how India went about helping him in nonconventional ways and made him realize that his ways of coping weren't healthy or helping.
India had a hard time accepting that she and Leandro were attracted to each other. Being that girl once taken advantage of she never wanted to put someone else in that position. As her patient she felt that she was in a position of power over him and didn't want to be like her abuser. She was usually the one helping people but I like seeing her helping herself and dealing with her feeling over her relationship with Leandro. After a scorching hot hook up she pushed him away for, what she thought was, good. Leandro wouldn't accept defeat that easily though.
I really enjoyed reading this story and the whole book was so intriguing. Trying to figure out what would happen between India and Leandro made it so hard to put this book down and then there was some suspense thrown in that had me on the edge of my seat. Bottom line, everyone needs to read this book!
July 30, 2015
4.25 "Everything feels different with her. She's my game changer. My one." STARS!!!
Another enjoyable story from the author who will always have a special place in my reading heart for giving me Jake Wethers.
If you read Revved, you've already met Leandro Silva, a fellow F1 driver who at the end of Revved was involved in a very bad racing accident.
All his physical wounds have healed but he's crippled emotionally and mentally because he's a race car driver who still has anxiety even getting into a car. Leandro's coping mechanism is drinking too much and sleeping around .
Andressa (from Revved) was seeing a therapist for her anxiety issues and recommended her therapist to Leandro.
This story is told in alternating POVs and we're instantly privy to Leandro's attraction to his new therapist, Dr. India Harris. He knows that she's the one person he wants but can't have because she's the only one that can help him get back not only in a car again but racing again.
India Harris is a great therapist and has assured Leandro that she can help him. Their therapy sessions are productive and helpful. It's when Leandro runs into India and her son one day that their relationships naturally progresses into friendship when he invites them for coffee.
Samantha Towle writes male characters that are sexily possessive, steamily naughty, and determined to fight for the one they love. Leandro Silva was no different. After abiding by her wishes initially because he was her patient and she could not be involved in a more intimate relationship, he was determined to finally have her and her son in his life when he was no longer her patient.
They must overcome the hurdles of their careers and her past that’s come back to haunt her.
Not only did she revive his career but she also changed his priorities and his life. And after living safe, he turned her life from dull to full of passion and love.
There's a long epilogue and it's SO SWEET! Leandro's love for India and her son, Jett, was beautiful.
There was humor that had me laughing out loud, plenty of chemistry, lots of sweet moments, and a great ending. And I was happy to get Andressa and Carrick cameos.
Another Samantha Towle win for me. :)
Another enjoyable story from the author who will always have a special place in my reading heart for giving me Jake Wethers.
If you read Revved, you've already met Leandro Silva, a fellow F1 driver who at the end of Revved was involved in a very bad racing accident.
All his physical wounds have healed but he's crippled emotionally and mentally because he's a race car driver who still has anxiety even getting into a car. Leandro's coping mechanism is drinking too much and sleeping around .
Andressa (from Revved) was seeing a therapist for her anxiety issues and recommended her therapist to Leandro.
This story is told in alternating POVs and we're instantly privy to Leandro's attraction to his new therapist, Dr. India Harris. He knows that she's the one person he wants but can't have because she's the only one that can help him get back not only in a car again but racing again.
India Harris is a great therapist and has assured Leandro that she can help him. Their therapy sessions are productive and helpful. It's when Leandro runs into India and her son one day that their relationships naturally progresses into friendship when he invites them for coffee.
Samantha Towle writes male characters that are sexily possessive, steamily naughty, and determined to fight for the one they love. Leandro Silva was no different. After abiding by her wishes initially because he was her patient and she could not be involved in a more intimate relationship, he was determined to finally have her and her son in his life when he was no longer her patient.
Honesty, the kid is awesome. He’s totally stealing my heart.
They must overcome the hurdles of their careers and her past that’s come back to haunt her.
Not only did she revive his career but she also changed his priorities and his life. And after living safe, he turned her life from dull to full of passion and love.
There's a long epilogue and it's SO SWEET! Leandro's love for India and her son, Jett, was beautiful.
There was humor that had me laughing out loud, plenty of chemistry, lots of sweet moments, and a great ending. And I was happy to get Andressa and Carrick cameos.
Another Samantha Towle win for me. :)
April 29, 2016
Revived gets pole position from me as I loved everything about the story it has romance, suspense and laughs. This is Leandro Silva’s story we met him briefly in Revved. The prologue begins with Leandro’s accident that destroys his life for a time.
A year later and Leandro is physically ready to race again but mentally he cannot get into a car without reliving the accident, he's been hiding in alcohol and sex with random women until Carrick Ryan suggests Dt Harris a therapist that might be able to help him conquer his fear and get him back on the track.
India Harris fell pregnant at a young age raising her son with her twin brother Kit they are a happy family, she worked hard to get her career as a therapist all she wants is to help people, her new patient walks in an its none other than Leandro Silva the sparks might fly between them but India would NEVER date a patient.
They start spending sessions together as therapist and patient Leandro opening up about the accident and his fears and India finds a unique way to help Leandro while getting him to stop drinking and cleaning up his reputation. They run into each other outside of sessions while India is out with her son Jett who is an F1 fanatic. One thing leads to another one night, India feels guilty because of her career so stops any contact between them both professional and personal.
Time moves on and Leandro is back racing he’s at the top of his career and as promised to Jett he gives them F1 tickets for Silverstone. After this Leandro and India start seeing each other and they soon become a couple and a family. Their relationship is very physical lots and lots of sizzling hot sex and dirty talk and what I liked with these two they are not scared to tell each other how they feel which I found very refreshing. I love Jett he is so cute and I love the mum/son bond and the way he hero worships Leandro and Kit. A nightmare from India’s past comes back to haunt her and tries to destroy her life. Is her relationship with Leandro strong enough to survive this?
Revived is told in dual POV and we get more Carrick Ryan. I loved the epilogues they were beautifully written and finished off this story perfectly I had a smile on my face while reading.
A year later and Leandro is physically ready to race again but mentally he cannot get into a car without reliving the accident, he's been hiding in alcohol and sex with random women until Carrick Ryan suggests Dt Harris a therapist that might be able to help him conquer his fear and get him back on the track.
India Harris fell pregnant at a young age raising her son with her twin brother Kit they are a happy family, she worked hard to get her career as a therapist all she wants is to help people, her new patient walks in an its none other than Leandro Silva the sparks might fly between them but India would NEVER date a patient.
They start spending sessions together as therapist and patient Leandro opening up about the accident and his fears and India finds a unique way to help Leandro while getting him to stop drinking and cleaning up his reputation. They run into each other outside of sessions while India is out with her son Jett who is an F1 fanatic. One thing leads to another one night, India feels guilty because of her career so stops any contact between them both professional and personal.
Time moves on and Leandro is back racing he’s at the top of his career and as promised to Jett he gives them F1 tickets for Silverstone. After this Leandro and India start seeing each other and they soon become a couple and a family. Their relationship is very physical lots and lots of sizzling hot sex and dirty talk and what I liked with these two they are not scared to tell each other how they feel which I found very refreshing. I love Jett he is so cute and I love the mum/son bond and the way he hero worships Leandro and Kit. A nightmare from India’s past comes back to haunt her and tries to destroy her life. Is her relationship with Leandro strong enough to survive this?
Revived is told in dual POV and we get more Carrick Ryan. I loved the epilogues they were beautifully written and finished off this story perfectly I had a smile on my face while reading.
July 23, 2015
2.5-2.75 Stars
So maybe its a me thing. But this was ok. I really didn't care for Leandro Silva in Revved so his trauma and tale was just meh for me. I loved the heat and the good doc, India!
If you want a quick, insta-lust that is really an insta-love, game on. I for one didn't care for the fast emotions. So, there is scorching heat and sexy talk...fast racing...a heart stealing pre-teen...some past trauma bubbling out of the closet...that is Revived
So maybe its a me thing. But this was ok. I really didn't care for Leandro Silva in Revved so his trauma and tale was just meh for me. I loved the heat and the good doc, India!
If you want a quick, insta-lust that is really an insta-love, game on. I for one didn't care for the fast emotions. So, there is scorching heat and sexy talk...fast racing...a heart stealing pre-teen...some past trauma bubbling out of the closet...that is Revived
July 16, 2015
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I loved the first instalment in the "Revved Series" by Samantha Towle and when I found out the lovely lady would be taking us back to the world of formula One by giving us Leandro's story, I was beyond excited. I knew this book was going to be a little different to Carrick's story and I wasn't wrong. This was definitely a more angsty, emotional, heart felt read and to be honest, with everything Leandro had gone through at the end of "Revved," I wouldn't have expected anything less.
"Revived" was a forbidden romance between patient and therapist but if you think this is going to follow the predictable, conventional route, then think again. It would have been so easy for Samantha Towle to get Leandro and India together, bumping uglies at the drop of a hat but there was so much more to their story than that. "Revived" was realistic and so although there may have been insta-attraction, there was absolutely no insta love. Be prepared for the sexual tension peeps and definitely be prepared for the sexual frustration because there were moments I really hoped this couple would get it on and get it on good... and they almost would but then it was like Mrs Towle chose to dowse me in a bucket of cold water, leaving me high, dry and desperate for more... lol. Would I have it any other way? Nope and you'll understand why when you read this book. There was too much more riding on this patient/ therapist relationship on India's part and I'm so glad she did her best to maintain her professional integrity. I could really feel her internal conflict though, the struggle between mind and body and her battle between right and wrong... would she cave in for this hot formula one driver that was the question.
Leandro's character truly broke my heart. He was a far cry from the confident, cocky, self assured man I'd met way back when and instead, was a shadow of his former self. Although the physical injuries from the crash had healed long ago, it was the mental scars that were like a noose around his neck, preventing him from doing the one thing he loved... race. In fact, Leandro couldn't even bring himself to sit in a car, the memories of that day so vivid, they (more often than not) sent him into a tail spin. His coping method... or should I say... method to help him forget was of course whiskey and women ... perfect to dull the pain and the memories but not enough to erase that day completely. I was desperate for a turning point in his life and hoped that India would help him get there.
"Revived" was one of those books that definitely had me second guessing what would happen next and with the curve balls thrown in for good measure and the twist thrown in mid way that I absolutely was not expecting, my mind boggled as to the direction the story would take. This is a standalone so you do get your HEA but it absolutely wasn't an easy ride for this couple to get there and sacrifices were definitely made on both sides.
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I loved the first instalment in the "Revved Series" by Samantha Towle and when I found out the lovely lady would be taking us back to the world of formula One by giving us Leandro's story, I was beyond excited. I knew this book was going to be a little different to Carrick's story and I wasn't wrong. This was definitely a more angsty, emotional, heart felt read and to be honest, with everything Leandro had gone through at the end of "Revved," I wouldn't have expected anything less.
I should have died. I would have died a legend. Not the man I am now. A washed- up has been.
"Revived" was a forbidden romance between patient and therapist but if you think this is going to follow the predictable, conventional route, then think again. It would have been so easy for Samantha Towle to get Leandro and India together, bumping uglies at the drop of a hat but there was so much more to their story than that. "Revived" was realistic and so although there may have been insta-attraction, there was absolutely no insta love. Be prepared for the sexual tension peeps and definitely be prepared for the sexual frustration because there were moments I really hoped this couple would get it on and get it on good... and they almost would but then it was like Mrs Towle chose to dowse me in a bucket of cold water, leaving me high, dry and desperate for more... lol. Would I have it any other way? Nope and you'll understand why when you read this book. There was too much more riding on this patient/ therapist relationship on India's part and I'm so glad she did her best to maintain her professional integrity. I could really feel her internal conflict though, the struggle between mind and body and her battle between right and wrong... would she cave in for this hot formula one driver that was the question.
"Right now, I want to get down on my knees, pull off your panties, and show you just how unethical my tongue can be."
"Y-you can't say things like that to me," she stammers.
""No?So you don't want me to make you come with my unethical
tongue or fuck you with my unethically hard cock? "
Leandro's character truly broke my heart. He was a far cry from the confident, cocky, self assured man I'd met way back when and instead, was a shadow of his former self. Although the physical injuries from the crash had healed long ago, it was the mental scars that were like a noose around his neck, preventing him from doing the one thing he loved... race. In fact, Leandro couldn't even bring himself to sit in a car, the memories of that day so vivid, they (more often than not) sent him into a tail spin. His coping method... or should I say... method to help him forget was of course whiskey and women ... perfect to dull the pain and the memories but not enough to erase that day completely. I was desperate for a turning point in his life and hoped that India would help him get there.
"Revived" was one of those books that definitely had me second guessing what would happen next and with the curve balls thrown in for good measure and the twist thrown in mid way that I absolutely was not expecting, my mind boggled as to the direction the story would take. This is a standalone so you do get your HEA but it absolutely wasn't an easy ride for this couple to get there and sacrifices were definitely made on both sides.
"I love you. I am so fucking in love with you that I am blind to anything else."This was a great addition to the "Revved" series and I'm already wondering whose book we'll get next (a girl can hope.. right?) I'm hoping it's Kitt and Petra's story and I can't wait to find out just how bumpy their road to happiness will be... Please tell me you're not just teasing us with the last few lines about this couple... I need more that's for sure. I rated "Revived" ❤️❤️❤️❤️
July 23, 2015
2.5-2.75 Stars
So maybe its a me thing. But this was ok. I really didn't care for Leandro Silva in Revved so his trauma and tale was just meh for me. I loved the heat and the good doc, India!
If you want a quick, insta-lust that is really an insta-love, game on. I for one didn't care for the fast emotions. So, there is scorching heat and sexy talk...fast racing...a heart stealing pre-teen...some past trauma bubbling out of the closet...that is Revived.
So maybe its a me thing. But this was ok. I really didn't care for Leandro Silva in Revved so his trauma and tale was just meh for me. I loved the heat and the good doc, India!
If you want a quick, insta-lust that is really an insta-love, game on. I for one didn't care for the fast emotions. So, there is scorching heat and sexy talk...fast racing...a heart stealing pre-teen...some past trauma bubbling out of the closet...that is Revived.
July 27, 2015
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3 “Being second is to be the first of the ones who lost.” “unethical”
I can’t help but get excited about Samantha Towle’s books – I love her characters, the humor, the sex…the result is a combination that just works for me. Plus after meeting Leandro in Revved, I was very ready to see what this Brazilian stud had to offer. While I did enjoy Revived overall, I was slightly frustrated that it didn’t meet the expectations that I was hoping for.
Dr. India Harris…kind, sweet and strong, Indy is magnificent in so many ways. After reading the Prologue I was left thinking and feeling so much. When the synopsis says she didn’t have the best start in life, there is no playing around with that. I truly don’t know where she found the strength and courage to become a mother at such a young age, let alone being an orphan and really only having her twin brother, Kit, to rely on – but she did it. And she’s absolutely more amazing because of it. To me, it felt like Indy had been spending her whole life proving people wrong…that she’s not going to be another statistic, that she’s not a victim of circumstance and that she can do anything she puts her mind to. Which is why she’s a successful therapist with a thriving practice and has an amazing son to show for all her hard work. But all it takes it one patient to truly rock her world and show her what she is missing.
Leandro Silva…he is a delicious combination of fierce, passionate, driven, strong willed and sexy as fuck. It’s not like we get to see him a lot in Revved, but what I did see…I liked. He has this very cocky personality…he knows he is good and he’s not going to let anyone forget it – but it never gets to the point of arrogance (or annoyance!). After the accident that almost killed him, Leandro is struggling…something no man will ever admit to. Not only is it just not in his being to admit weakness, but in his career…it could possibly destroy his reputation and image. He is battling demons that are stronger than him and the only option he has left, besides giving up, is going to professional for help. Fortunately for him, his doctor saves him in more ways than one.
Indy and Leandro have one thing down pat…they are insanely, deliciously, fantastically HAWT. Good gravy…the sexual chemistry coming off of these two could power a third world country. They have the spark, they have the attraction, they have the lust and when they come together…just wow. I said it in my Revved review – Samantha’s characters are absolutely fantastic, so I knew I was going to like Leandro and India… and the set up for these two was perfect. Individually they are compelling, I loved their back stories, they are endearing, real and likeable in so many ways…and together they are hot, electric, passionate. I got more than I could have ever dreamed from their sexual connection…which don’t get me wrong, was awesome in its own right…but unfortunately, I was missing something.
At the beginning…I was feeling them, I loved India and Leandro’s connection, it was very passionate and while a little simple and predictable, it still worked for me. I was obviously still hoping for more, but I assumed that was to come. Then we have the pinnacle…where everything comes to a head and I’m holding my breath…I turn the page and get punched in the gut with 7 months later. Holy wow…I was reeling – in a good way. It squeezed my little heart to bits and I was so excited for the angst…only to feel extremely let down. The resounding pay off was…too fast…too quick…too easy. Did they have a connection? Yes…absolutely – granted it was mainly based off of a reciprocal attraction and the interaction in their therapy sessions, but there was no real basis outside of that. They saw each other two other times, outside of therapy…I needed more than that. I understood the reason why they couldn’t be seen outside of therapy, and I’m not trying to discount that…but a relationship is based on more than just the desire to fuck someone and after everything came together, that was kind of all I got. There’s nothing wrong with a superficial relationship, but if you’re going to pull the love card, it’s not going to cut it for me. I’m not asking for a lot here, but I cannot force emotions that I don’t feel and I didn’t feel the love. It seemed like every time there was an opportunity to show them creating a real bond, having a conversation, opening up – anything – it was veto’d for sex. Don’t get me wrong, a I’m a dirty book whore lover…but I missed that connection. I felt the lust…I felt the attraction….I felt the possibility of love…but I also didn’t see the need for the rush.
There were a few instances of redundancy...which is a huge pet peeve of mine, and I guess when I started to really miss the deeper connection between Leandro and Indy is when I started to pick up on that stuff more. It wasn’t to the point of annoyance or anything, but enough to catch my eye. I don’t want it to come across like the book was poorly written – it wasn’t, or else I would have stopped reading completely. The story line was different and honestly did surprise me (like the 7 month moment!) and I was not expecting the twist towards the very end. In the back of my mind, I knew it was a possibility but the way Samantha executed it was…pretty amazing. I really liked it – really got me all tied up in knots…and then, I was a little let down again. At that point, it’s almost at the 90% mark so I was wondering how things were going to finally end…and once again, it just seemed too easy. If the rest of the book had been more angsty or had more conflict, I probably would have been ready for a little reprieve, but I think that was another missed opportunity to inject some life into the story. I didn’t necessarily need it to create unnecessary conflict between Indy and Leandro but…I needed more.
The epilogue wrapped everything up nicely and I did love the end…it was a lot of info to process, but it was all beautiful and made me so happy for India and Leandro. There had been a couple of hints dropped about Kit (India’s twin brother) and Petra (Andi’s friend) and from what was said in the epilogue, I have a feeling Kit’s book might come up later…which would be awesome. Kit’s a manwhore (*ahem*…just like Carrick and Leandro…be still my heart) and with his past and what he went through with Indy, I think it could make for an awesome story.
3 “Being second is to be the first of the ones who lost.” “unethical”
I can’t help but get excited about Samantha Towle’s books – I love her characters, the humor, the sex…the result is a combination that just works for me. Plus after meeting Leandro in Revved, I was very ready to see what this Brazilian stud had to offer. While I did enjoy Revived overall, I was slightly frustrated that it didn’t meet the expectations that I was hoping for.
Dr. India Harris…kind, sweet and strong, Indy is magnificent in so many ways. After reading the Prologue I was left thinking and feeling so much. When the synopsis says she didn’t have the best start in life, there is no playing around with that. I truly don’t know where she found the strength and courage to become a mother at such a young age, let alone being an orphan and really only having her twin brother, Kit, to rely on – but she did it. And she’s absolutely more amazing because of it. To me, it felt like Indy had been spending her whole life proving people wrong…that she’s not going to be another statistic, that she’s not a victim of circumstance and that she can do anything she puts her mind to. Which is why she’s a successful therapist with a thriving practice and has an amazing son to show for all her hard work. But all it takes it one patient to truly rock her world and show her what she is missing.
“I appreciate your concern, but I’m happy as I am.”
“You’re safe and comfortable.”
“And what’s wrong with safe and comfortable?” I frown.
“It’s boring.”
“Yeah, well, look what happened to me the last time I chased excitement.”
Leandro Silva…he is a delicious combination of fierce, passionate, driven, strong willed and sexy as fuck. It’s not like we get to see him a lot in Revved, but what I did see…I liked. He has this very cocky personality…he knows he is good and he’s not going to let anyone forget it – but it never gets to the point of arrogance (or annoyance!). After the accident that almost killed him, Leandro is struggling…something no man will ever admit to. Not only is it just not in his being to admit weakness, but in his career…it could possibly destroy his reputation and image. He is battling demons that are stronger than him and the only option he has left, besides giving up, is going to professional for help. Fortunately for him, his doctor saves him in more ways than one.
‘I should have died. I would have died a legend.
Not the man I am now.
A washed-up has-been.
I can’t be him anymore. This weak fucking version of myself.
I have to race again.
I have to get back in a car.
I have to do this.
I can do this.’
Indy and Leandro have one thing down pat…they are insanely, deliciously, fantastically HAWT. Good gravy…the sexual chemistry coming off of these two could power a third world country. They have the spark, they have the attraction, they have the lust and when they come together…just wow. I said it in my Revved review – Samantha’s characters are absolutely fantastic, so I knew I was going to like Leandro and India… and the set up for these two was perfect. Individually they are compelling, I loved their back stories, they are endearing, real and likeable in so many ways…and together they are hot, electric, passionate. I got more than I could have ever dreamed from their sexual connection…which don’t get me wrong, was awesome in its own right…but unfortunately, I was missing something.
‘From the moment he met me, I’ve seen Leandro look at me in a sexual way, but I know that’s because he uses sex as a defense mechanism.
He looked at me the way he would any other woman he deemed attractive – as a temporary means of escapism.
But, lately, the way he’s been looking at me is different.
I don’t know how to explain it, but he’s no longer looking at me like I’m just another object for him to screw.
He’s looking at me like he actually wants me.
And it scares the crap out of me.
Because I want him, too.’
At the beginning…I was feeling them, I loved India and Leandro’s connection, it was very passionate and while a little simple and predictable, it still worked for me. I was obviously still hoping for more, but I assumed that was to come. Then we have the pinnacle…where everything comes to a head and I’m holding my breath…I turn the page and get punched in the gut with 7 months later. Holy wow…I was reeling – in a good way. It squeezed my little heart to bits and I was so excited for the angst…only to feel extremely let down. The resounding pay off was…too fast…too quick…too easy. Did they have a connection? Yes…absolutely – granted it was mainly based off of a reciprocal attraction and the interaction in their therapy sessions, but there was no real basis outside of that. They saw each other two other times, outside of therapy…I needed more than that. I understood the reason why they couldn’t be seen outside of therapy, and I’m not trying to discount that…but a relationship is based on more than just the desire to fuck someone and after everything came together, that was kind of all I got. There’s nothing wrong with a superficial relationship, but if you’re going to pull the love card, it’s not going to cut it for me. I’m not asking for a lot here, but I cannot force emotions that I don’t feel and I didn’t feel the love. It seemed like every time there was an opportunity to show them creating a real bond, having a conversation, opening up – anything – it was veto’d for sex. Don’t get me wrong, a I’m a dirty book whore lover…but I missed that connection. I felt the lust…I felt the attraction….I felt the possibility of love…but I also didn’t see the need for the rush.
“You really miss it.” It’s not a question. I already know he does.
He turns his head to me, resting his cheek on his arm. “How can I miss something with a physical ache and be absolutely terrified of it at the same time?”
“Usually, the things we love most are the things that terrify us.”
There were a few instances of redundancy...which is a huge pet peeve of mine, and I guess when I started to really miss the deeper connection between Leandro and Indy is when I started to pick up on that stuff more. It wasn’t to the point of annoyance or anything, but enough to catch my eye. I don’t want it to come across like the book was poorly written – it wasn’t, or else I would have stopped reading completely. The story line was different and honestly did surprise me (like the 7 month moment!) and I was not expecting the twist towards the very end. In the back of my mind, I knew it was a possibility but the way Samantha executed it was…pretty amazing. I really liked it – really got me all tied up in knots…and then, I was a little let down again. At that point, it’s almost at the 90% mark so I was wondering how things were going to finally end…and once again, it just seemed too easy. If the rest of the book had been more angsty or had more conflict, I probably would have been ready for a little reprieve, but I think that was another missed opportunity to inject some life into the story. I didn’t necessarily need it to create unnecessary conflict between Indy and Leandro but…I needed more.
“I have never been in love before, India, so believe me, I am not taking our relationship lightly.”
“You’ve never been in love?” I eye him skeptically. “Ever?”
“No.”
“How is that possible?”
I know I’ve never been in love before him, but Leandro has been around a lot more women than I have men. I just can’t believe he’s never fallen in love with one of them before.
He shrugs. “I waited for it to happen. It never did. Now, I know why.”
My mouth dries. Licking my lips, I ask, “Why?”
His eyes darken with emotions. He traces his index finger over my cheek, tucking my hair behind my ear. “Because I was waiting for you.”
The epilogue wrapped everything up nicely and I did love the end…it was a lot of info to process, but it was all beautiful and made me so happy for India and Leandro. There had been a couple of hints dropped about Kit (India’s twin brother) and Petra (Andi’s friend) and from what was said in the epilogue, I have a feeling Kit’s book might come up later…which would be awesome. Kit’s a manwhore (*ahem*…just like Carrick and Leandro…be still my heart) and with his past and what he went through with Indy, I think it could make for an awesome story.
January 7, 2018
Имаше нещо в тази книга срещу, което се бунтувах (чак не ми се четеше). Самият замисъл терапевт да се влюби в пациент и той в него някак си не я възприемам, наистина не е етично, не е редно, не става така, не ми беше достоверно. Не че е напълно невъзможно да се случи, но все пак. Ето за това не ми беше по вкуса този сюжет. Да, Индия постъпи правилно като се отдръпна и прекрати взаимоотношенията си с Леандро, а истинската им връзка започна много по-късно, но все пак... Иначе цялата история след това беше предвидима за мен - Пол и излизането му от затвора, изнудването и т.н. Оценката ми е по-скоро 3,5*
July 25, 2015
3.5 stars
I love Samantha Towle books and couldn't want to read Leandro's story after meeting him in Revved.
Towards the end of Revved, we learn that Leandro suffers a horrible accident while racing that puts him out of commission for many months.
Revived is Leandro's story and allows the reader to meet the man that once was on top, at the height of his game in racing, to now showing vulnerability in need of therapy to overcome his fears of ever racing again. You see Leandro is a shell of who he once was - yes still a sexy and hot woman lover yet unconfident and broken.
When we meet India Harris in the prologue to this book, my heart just broke for her and her circumstances. But despite the rough start, she is strong and successful and is the person who will help Leandro as she is his therapist. What I loved about India is that she is real....that despite wanting to do what's right by Leandro that sometimes you can't help who you have feelings for and who you are attracted to.
So will the therapist be able to cure the hot Brazilian and will he ever be able to race again? Can love overcome despite India's conscience and what is wrong and right in the patient/doctor relationship?
You will have to read this book to find out!
While I enjoyed this book and loved the push and pull of forbidden love and attraction, I missed Towle's trademark angst and heart palpitations. I am not a huge fan of insta-love/insta-attraction so wanted a bit more from India and Leandro. However, I do feel that readers looking for a fun read will enjoy this book so definitely give it a try - Towle gives us sexy times, racy characters and a story of both physical and emotional recovery. The double epilogue is the BEST!
I love Samantha Towle books and couldn't want to read Leandro's story after meeting him in Revved.
Towards the end of Revved, we learn that Leandro suffers a horrible accident while racing that puts him out of commission for many months.
Revived is Leandro's story and allows the reader to meet the man that once was on top, at the height of his game in racing, to now showing vulnerability in need of therapy to overcome his fears of ever racing again. You see Leandro is a shell of who he once was - yes still a sexy and hot woman lover yet unconfident and broken.
When we meet India Harris in the prologue to this book, my heart just broke for her and her circumstances. But despite the rough start, she is strong and successful and is the person who will help Leandro as she is his therapist. What I loved about India is that she is real....that despite wanting to do what's right by Leandro that sometimes you can't help who you have feelings for and who you are attracted to.
So will the therapist be able to cure the hot Brazilian and will he ever be able to race again? Can love overcome despite India's conscience and what is wrong and right in the patient/doctor relationship?
You will have to read this book to find out!
While I enjoyed this book and loved the push and pull of forbidden love and attraction, I missed Towle's trademark angst and heart palpitations. I am not a huge fan of insta-love/insta-attraction so wanted a bit more from India and Leandro. However, I do feel that readers looking for a fun read will enjoy this book so definitely give it a try - Towle gives us sexy times, racy characters and a story of both physical and emotional recovery. The double epilogue is the BEST!
August 3, 2015
We met the sexy Brazilian Formula One driver, Leandro Silva briefly in Revved. We knew he was in a horrible race car accident but we didn't get to see was how that affected him. He's unable to compete in future races due to his fear of driving, which is totally understandable so it's brought to his attention for him to see a therapist Dr. India Harris. There's instant attraction for both but while Leandro would like to start a relationship with India, India is unable to reciprocate(publicly, emotionally, etc.) due to doctor/patient clause. After a brief tryst and after a shot down from India, Leandro leaves even as both are heartbroken. Several months later, they reunite and pick up where they left off. The sexual attraction is a given between them and their sexy time is deliciously hot. While their relationship moves forward there are some obstacles that try to hinder them but as both of them are completely honest with each other; they push pass this. Family also plays a key role in Revived. We meet Kit, India's twin brother and Jett, India's son. As the story comes to an end, there is one couple that got together that I would love to read on how they got to where they are. Hopefully a novella will come soon and I see where a potential story may come out of Revived.
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November 2, 2019
4,5 stars
“Arrivare secondo significa soltanto essere il primo degli sconfitti”. Un istante prima di salire in auto prego che almeno stavolta funzioni.”
Leandro Silva è sempre stato un pilota di corse automobilistiche da che ne ha memoria, ma da quasi un anno, dopo essersi ripreso dalle lesioni subite nel suo ultimo incidente di gara, non è ancora in grado di correre. Non riesce a mettersi al volante di nessuna macchina, resiste a malapena a stare sul sedile del passeggero e tanto meno guidarne una. Questo non va bene per un uomo che ha una carriera che dipende dalla sua capacità di guidare, ma invece di affrontare il problema, si nasconde da mesi dietro alcol e donne. I suoi sponsor e la sua scuderia gli fanno pressione e anche se a malincuore, decide di andare in terapia per superare i suoi problemi.
“Non come ciò che sono adesso. Sono la versione sbiadita di quello che ero. Non posso più essere quell’uomo. Dannata versione perdente di me stesso. Devo tornare a correre. Devo riuscire a entrare in una macchina. Ho bisogno di farlo. Posso farcela.”
Incontra così, la bellissima Dottoressa India Harris, che non solo ha una soluzione per aiutarlo a superare i suoi demoni, ma suscita in lui anche interesse. La sua genuina comprensione durante le loro sedute di terapia e i suoi metodi onesti nell’aiutarlo a superare la crisi, spingono Leandro a tornare a diventare un pilota di Formula Uno, desiderando di essere un uomo migliore.
“Sono io il fortunato, piccola. Credimi. Prima di incontrarti, la mia vita era una spirale in discesa diretta all’inferno. Mi hai salvato in molti modi.”
Lei riesce ad accendere il suo cuore e la sua anima, anche se la bella dottoressa è una donna che non può avere, perché non è etico perseguire una relazione con il proprio medico.
Anche India è attratta dal suo paziente, ma non può soccombere a questo sentimento, perché potrebbe perdere la sua licenza di abilitazione e rovinare per sempre la sua carriera. Ha un figlio adolescente di cui prendersi cura, e soprattutto è già stata in una simile situazione, ma invece di esserne l’artefice, lei stessa è stata vittima di un professionista che si è approfittato di lei in passato.
Questo non potrebbe mai farlo a un’altra persona, sarebbe sbagliato e potrebbe rovinare per sempre quello per cui ha lottato duramente durante la sua difficile vita.
Ma ciò per cui nessuno dei due è preparato, è la scintilla e i sentimenti che entrambi iniziano a provare l’uno per l’altra. Il problema è che quando ti innamori, tutte le regole escono dalla porta. Il cuore vuole quello che non può avere. India e Leandro dovranno scegliere tra il loro amore o la loro carriera. Il passato sta per spezzare i loro cuori, le loro vite e i loro mondi.
“In genere le cose che più amiamo sono anche quelle che più ci spaventano.”
Questa storia è stata una lettura molto toccante, e non so davvero dove India abbia trovato la forza e il coraggio per diventare madre in così giovane età, essendo un’orfana e potendo contare a diciassette anni solo su suo fratello gemello. India ha passato tutta la sua vita dimostrando di non essere una vittima delle circostanze e lottando duramente per diventa una terapista di successo. E’ riuscita a crescere un figlio straordinario secondo dei valori profondi. Ma basta l’arrivo di un solo paziente per scuotere il suo mondo e mostrarle realmente ciò di cui ha bisogno.
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“Arrivare secondo significa soltanto essere il primo degli sconfitti”. Un istante prima di salire in auto prego che almeno stavolta funzioni.”
Leandro Silva è sempre stato un pilota di corse automobilistiche da che ne ha memoria, ma da quasi un anno, dopo essersi ripreso dalle lesioni subite nel suo ultimo incidente di gara, non è ancora in grado di correre. Non riesce a mettersi al volante di nessuna macchina, resiste a malapena a stare sul sedile del passeggero e tanto meno guidarne una. Questo non va bene per un uomo che ha una carriera che dipende dalla sua capacità di guidare, ma invece di affrontare il problema, si nasconde da mesi dietro alcol e donne. I suoi sponsor e la sua scuderia gli fanno pressione e anche se a malincuore, decide di andare in terapia per superare i suoi problemi.
“Non come ciò che sono adesso. Sono la versione sbiadita di quello che ero. Non posso più essere quell’uomo. Dannata versione perdente di me stesso. Devo tornare a correre. Devo riuscire a entrare in una macchina. Ho bisogno di farlo. Posso farcela.”
Incontra così, la bellissima Dottoressa India Harris, che non solo ha una soluzione per aiutarlo a superare i suoi demoni, ma suscita in lui anche interesse. La sua genuina comprensione durante le loro sedute di terapia e i suoi metodi onesti nell’aiutarlo a superare la crisi, spingono Leandro a tornare a diventare un pilota di Formula Uno, desiderando di essere un uomo migliore.
“Sono io il fortunato, piccola. Credimi. Prima di incontrarti, la mia vita era una spirale in discesa diretta all’inferno. Mi hai salvato in molti modi.”
Lei riesce ad accendere il suo cuore e la sua anima, anche se la bella dottoressa è una donna che non può avere, perché non è etico perseguire una relazione con il proprio medico.
Anche India è attratta dal suo paziente, ma non può soccombere a questo sentimento, perché potrebbe perdere la sua licenza di abilitazione e rovinare per sempre la sua carriera. Ha un figlio adolescente di cui prendersi cura, e soprattutto è già stata in una simile situazione, ma invece di esserne l’artefice, lei stessa è stata vittima di un professionista che si è approfittato di lei in passato.
Questo non potrebbe mai farlo a un’altra persona, sarebbe sbagliato e potrebbe rovinare per sempre quello per cui ha lottato duramente durante la sua difficile vita.
Ma ciò per cui nessuno dei due è preparato, è la scintilla e i sentimenti che entrambi iniziano a provare l’uno per l’altra. Il problema è che quando ti innamori, tutte le regole escono dalla porta. Il cuore vuole quello che non può avere. India e Leandro dovranno scegliere tra il loro amore o la loro carriera. Il passato sta per spezzare i loro cuori, le loro vite e i loro mondi.
“In genere le cose che più amiamo sono anche quelle che più ci spaventano.”
Questa storia è stata una lettura molto toccante, e non so davvero dove India abbia trovato la forza e il coraggio per diventare madre in così giovane età, essendo un’orfana e potendo contare a diciassette anni solo su suo fratello gemello. India ha passato tutta la sua vita dimostrando di non essere una vittima delle circostanze e lottando duramente per diventa una terapista di successo. E’ riuscita a crescere un figlio straordinario secondo dei valori profondi. Ma basta l’arrivo di un solo paziente per scuotere il suo mondo e mostrarle realmente ciò di cui ha bisogno.
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October 14, 2019
Lettrici,
Conoscendo molto bene la penna della Towle sapevo che sarei andata sul sicuro con il suo nuovo romanzo, così non appena avuta l’occasione, mi sono gustata la sua nuova lettura sempre edita dalla Newton Compton editori.
“Un’ultima notte ancora”, anche se è il seguito del romanzo “L’ultima notte”, non si concentra sul pilota di Formula 1 Carrick Ryan, bensì sul suo amico-nemico Leandro Silva.
Leandro, dopo il suo incidente sulla pista, non è più lo stesso e vive la sua vita a metà. Il sesso e l’alcol sono diventati il suo salvagente, ma niente e nessuno gli regala il brivido e le emozioni che provava prima dell’incidente.
Ora non è che la metà dell’uomo che era un tempo e, ancora peggio, non riesce nemmeno più a guidare senza avere un attacco di panico.
Care lettrici, il nostro bel pilota non riesce neppure a salire su un’auto normale per farsi un giro in città, così, spinto dai suoi amici Carrick e Andi, Leandro decide di farsi visitare da uno psicologo.
India è la psicologa che ha seguito Andi tempo fa ed è a lei che Leandro fa affidamento per il suo problema.
Tra i due c’è subito attrazione e passione, ma l’etica del lavoro di India mette dei paletti tra loro e permette che i due siano solo amici.
Niente di più, se non un bacio.
Ma incontri casuali portano Leandro a conoscere meglio la sua psicologa, farlo innamorare di lei e ad affezionarsi a suo figlio.
India ha un bellissimo bambino, ormai quasi adolescente, che va pazzo per la Formula 1 e che stravede per Silva.
Così, lavoro o meno, i due iniziano una relazione amichevole che ben presto diventa molto di più.
Questo romanzo, care lettrici, è davvero una bella lettura che si legge tutta d’un fiato.
È facile affezionarsi a questi nuovi protagonisti, com’è facile capirli.
Ho adorato India per la sua etica, la sua correttezza e la sua professionalità, ma ancora di più nel momento in cui, per amore, mette da parte tutto, anche la sua professione, e non con dolore o rimpianto, ma con amore, lo stesso che Leandro prova Leandro e per cui, anche lui, rinuncia a tutto.
Questa è una storia che si base sull’amore, sui sacrifici e sugli ostacoli e, come ogni romance che si rispetti, ha un bellissimo lieto fine.
Però non è la storia che mi aspettavo, ma non lo dico con rammarico.
Il primo volume della serie “Revived“ è un bellissimo sport romance, romantico e pieno di emozioni forti, ma è molto lontano da questa storia che di sport ha davvero poco.
Questo volume mi ha preso molto di meno e non mi ha incantato come il precedente perché, sbagliando, pensavo di trovare una storia simile alla precedente.
Non ha lo stesso carisma e la stessa freschezza, viaggia su linee completamente opposte, tanto che non lo categorizzerei nemmeno nello stesso genere.
C’è davvero poco sui motori e sulle gare, si concentra molto di più sulle emozioni, sui sentimenti e sulle scelte della vita di questi due protagonisti sicuramente molto maturi dei precedenti.
Consiglio assolutamente questo romanzo per la bella storia che racconta, che parla di sacrifici e famiglia.
Inoltre è anche una storia passionale e romantica e chi ama il genere non può farsela scappare.
Come sempre complimenti a questa autrice che, fino ad ora, non ha sbagliato un colpo.
Voto 4
Conoscendo molto bene la penna della Towle sapevo che sarei andata sul sicuro con il suo nuovo romanzo, così non appena avuta l’occasione, mi sono gustata la sua nuova lettura sempre edita dalla Newton Compton editori.
“Un’ultima notte ancora”, anche se è il seguito del romanzo “L’ultima notte”, non si concentra sul pilota di Formula 1 Carrick Ryan, bensì sul suo amico-nemico Leandro Silva.
Leandro, dopo il suo incidente sulla pista, non è più lo stesso e vive la sua vita a metà. Il sesso e l’alcol sono diventati il suo salvagente, ma niente e nessuno gli regala il brivido e le emozioni che provava prima dell’incidente.
Ora non è che la metà dell’uomo che era un tempo e, ancora peggio, non riesce nemmeno più a guidare senza avere un attacco di panico.
Care lettrici, il nostro bel pilota non riesce neppure a salire su un’auto normale per farsi un giro in città, così, spinto dai suoi amici Carrick e Andi, Leandro decide di farsi visitare da uno psicologo.
India è la psicologa che ha seguito Andi tempo fa ed è a lei che Leandro fa affidamento per il suo problema.
Tra i due c’è subito attrazione e passione, ma l’etica del lavoro di India mette dei paletti tra loro e permette che i due siano solo amici.
Niente di più, se non un bacio.
Ma incontri casuali portano Leandro a conoscere meglio la sua psicologa, farlo innamorare di lei e ad affezionarsi a suo figlio.
India ha un bellissimo bambino, ormai quasi adolescente, che va pazzo per la Formula 1 e che stravede per Silva.
Così, lavoro o meno, i due iniziano una relazione amichevole che ben presto diventa molto di più.
Questo romanzo, care lettrici, è davvero una bella lettura che si legge tutta d’un fiato.
È facile affezionarsi a questi nuovi protagonisti, com’è facile capirli.
Ho adorato India per la sua etica, la sua correttezza e la sua professionalità, ma ancora di più nel momento in cui, per amore, mette da parte tutto, anche la sua professione, e non con dolore o rimpianto, ma con amore, lo stesso che Leandro prova Leandro e per cui, anche lui, rinuncia a tutto.
Questa è una storia che si base sull’amore, sui sacrifici e sugli ostacoli e, come ogni romance che si rispetti, ha un bellissimo lieto fine.
Però non è la storia che mi aspettavo, ma non lo dico con rammarico.
Il primo volume della serie “Revived“ è un bellissimo sport romance, romantico e pieno di emozioni forti, ma è molto lontano da questa storia che di sport ha davvero poco.
Questo volume mi ha preso molto di meno e non mi ha incantato come il precedente perché, sbagliando, pensavo di trovare una storia simile alla precedente.
Non ha lo stesso carisma e la stessa freschezza, viaggia su linee completamente opposte, tanto che non lo categorizzerei nemmeno nello stesso genere.
C’è davvero poco sui motori e sulle gare, si concentra molto di più sulle emozioni, sui sentimenti e sulle scelte della vita di questi due protagonisti sicuramente molto maturi dei precedenti.
Consiglio assolutamente questo romanzo per la bella storia che racconta, che parla di sacrifici e famiglia.
Inoltre è anche una storia passionale e romantica e chi ama il genere non può farsela scappare.
Come sempre complimenti a questa autrice che, fino ad ora, non ha sbagliato un colpo.
Voto 4
October 24, 2022
Revived was such an interesting story here and I really had such a fun time with this one. I read the first one in the duo series quite a few years ago. And I am not sure why it took me so long to pick this one back up. I really adore racing romances and I felt like this one was so well done. There is a theme of forbidden and taboo love in this one but I will be honest, the "taboo" aspect didn't really bother me due to the way it was written, I just wanted to see these two reach their HEA. From the very beginning you can sense their strong connection but they definitely have to be patient and fight for each other.
What I enjoyed the most out of this one was seeing the hero fighting for the heroine. She is a therapist and helped him recover from a racing accident. But due to her being his therapist, their relationship couldn't go further than a kiss. But then some time is taken between both of them, and they find each other again. I really loved how the heroine's son instantly was drawn to our hero and was on board before she was which was quite amusing in some ways. I also had a blast seeing the banter between our characters and the charming way that they have together.
Overall I had a solid time with this book and I can't wait to explore more of this author!
What I enjoyed the most out of this one was seeing the hero fighting for the heroine. She is a therapist and helped him recover from a racing accident. But due to her being his therapist, their relationship couldn't go further than a kiss. But then some time is taken between both of them, and they find each other again. I really loved how the heroine's son instantly was drawn to our hero and was on board before she was which was quite amusing in some ways. I also had a blast seeing the banter between our characters and the charming way that they have together.
Overall I had a solid time with this book and I can't wait to explore more of this author!
July 20, 2015
Where do I even start? Another fantastic story from Samantha Towle!
I loved every single minute of this book. It was sweet, light, fun, super sexy and heartfelt, all at once...
I really liked Leandro in 'Driven', but seeing him so low at the start of this story just made me fall in love with him completely.
'I should have died. I would have died a legend.'
India is a truly inspirational character. She found herself in a terrible situation when she was still so young, but she's never let things get her down. She became a young mother, she stood up to the monster that took over her life, she took care of her son, put herself through schooling and made the very best of her life. For her and for her son.
She's a wonderful mother to Jett and I really admire their relationship. I hope to have something similar with my three boys, when they reach Jett's age.
Okay, so her ethics really did get on my nerves at times. I thought she was being ridiculous about not dating Leandro when he had stopped being her patient seven months before... but apparently she had justifiable cause for concern! Would a therapist really be fired for that? I'd honestly like to know. Surely not!
But she was a really talented and brilliant therapist and she transformed Leandro's life. She gave his life back to him.
"You've driven cars that go to speeds I can't even imagine. You lived through a crash that could have been fatal. You're a survivor. You can do this."
The 'steam factor' was as high as it's ever been, thanks to this saucy author!!
"So, you don't want me to make you come with my unethical tongue or fuck you with my unethically hard cock? Because it is hard, India. Really fucking hard because of you... for you."
This couple just had the most amazing chemistry together. They were fab!!
'I love the dirty in her mind. She looks so classy and wholesome on the outside, but underneath all that, she likes it rough and dirty. "Will there be sausage?"
I let out a dark chuckle.'
The only minor issue I had with the book was that I felt like the situation with Jett's father was resolved way too easily. I'm happy nothing terrible happened and I was proud of India for the way she handled the situation, I just felt it was all wrapped up and over way too quickly. But hey, it's a minor issue. It didn't make me enjoy the book any less.
I am seriously hoping there will be more stories to read from this 'world'.
I loved every single minute of this book. It was sweet, light, fun, super sexy and heartfelt, all at once...
I really liked Leandro in 'Driven', but seeing him so low at the start of this story just made me fall in love with him completely.
'I should have died. I would have died a legend.'
India is a truly inspirational character. She found herself in a terrible situation when she was still so young, but she's never let things get her down. She became a young mother, she stood up to the monster that took over her life, she took care of her son, put herself through schooling and made the very best of her life. For her and for her son.
She's a wonderful mother to Jett and I really admire their relationship. I hope to have something similar with my three boys, when they reach Jett's age.
Okay, so her ethics really did get on my nerves at times. I thought she was being ridiculous about not dating Leandro when he had stopped being her patient seven months before... but apparently she had justifiable cause for concern! Would a therapist really be fired for that? I'd honestly like to know. Surely not!
But she was a really talented and brilliant therapist and she transformed Leandro's life. She gave his life back to him.
"You've driven cars that go to speeds I can't even imagine. You lived through a crash that could have been fatal. You're a survivor. You can do this."
The 'steam factor' was as high as it's ever been, thanks to this saucy author!!
"So, you don't want me to make you come with my unethical tongue or fuck you with my unethically hard cock? Because it is hard, India. Really fucking hard because of you... for you."
This couple just had the most amazing chemistry together. They were fab!!
'I love the dirty in her mind. She looks so classy and wholesome on the outside, but underneath all that, she likes it rough and dirty. "Will there be sausage?"
I let out a dark chuckle.'
The only minor issue I had with the book was that I felt like the situation with Jett's father was resolved way too easily. I'm happy nothing terrible happened and I was proud of India for the way she handled the situation, I just felt it was all wrapped up and over way too quickly. But hey, it's a minor issue. It didn't make me enjoy the book any less.
I am seriously hoping there will be more stories to read from this 'world'.
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