BLOG TOUR: Picking Up The Pieces by: Jessica Prince

Picking Up The Pieces
By: Jessica Prince

TITTLE: Picking up the Pieces (Picking up the Pieces #1)
AUTHOR: Jessica Prince
GENRE: Contemporary Romance, Women's fiction
RELEASE DATE: July 2 , 2013
GOODREADS:  http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17789234-picking-up-the-pieces?ac=1

Synopsis: After having her heart broken by the only man she’s ever loved everything seemed to go downhill for Emerson Grace. It has taken eight years but Emmy is finally starting to pick up the pieces of her damaged life. But the man who destroyed it has returned bringing with him the pain of the past. Can she let go of the pain Luke caused and accept him back into her life or will the memories be too much for her to overcome?

Running from Emmy was the only way Lucas Allen knew he could protect her from the demons he carried with him. After spending one perfect night together Luke takes off, certain that he can’t possibly give Emmy everything she deserves. Now he’s made the decision to return to Cloverleaf and make things right. But is he prepared to truly face all of the damaged he has caused?

Will Luke and Emmy finally get their chance at love or will the secrets of the past stop them before they even get to begin?

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Review:   4 stars!  Picking Up The Pieces is a story of love, heartbreak, strength and forgiveness.  This was an excellent novel by the debuting author Jessica Prince.

     Emerson Grace has been best friends with Lucas Allen since his family moved in down the street from her when she was six years old.  Years later, Emmy is ready to leave for college, but is completely taken off guard when Lucas announces he has plans of his own.  Plans that will take him out of Cloverleaf, TX and away from her.  The threat of his departure makes Emmy realize how she truly feels about Luke.  Deciding to act on what her heart is screaming for, Emmy spends an amazing night with him.  One night that will change the course of their relationship in ways neither is prepared for.

     Eight years later, Luke returns to Cloverleaf.  He knows he screwed up and it will take time for Emmy to forgive him, but he could never have predicted the reaction the entire community has to his reappearance.  Without fully understanding Emmy's hostility to him, he sets out to try to earn her forgiveness.  The pain Emmy feels goes much deeper than he can even imagine.  The question is, will Emmy be able to move beyond the past and head into the future with Luke by her side?

     This novel had my emotions all over the place.  One moment I was struggling with Emmy's heartache.  Feeling the heaviness in my own chest as she fought with her grief.  The next I was angry with Luke for being so blind and naive; wanting to slap him in the face.  However, no matter how upset I was with him I still rooted for him.  Cheering him along each step of the way.  Hoping he would find away to win Emmy back.

     I also give the author credit for supplying Emmy and Luke with an amazing supporting cast.  Emmy's closest friends came together and formed a close knit family.  I adored Savannah's character.  She was fiery and fierce, ever devoted to her best friend and sister.  I enjoyed Brett in his 'big brother' role, always looking out for Emmy.  Most of all I love Trevor.  He was part comic relief, part teddy bear.  I would really enjoy reading more of his story.

      I would highly recommend this novel.  It was beautifully written and will warm your heart.

Happy reading!!

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Meet Jessica Prince

I'm a wife, mother, wino, coffee addict and avid a lover of all types of books, but romances are my main favs. My husband likes to say reading is my obsession but I just say it's my passion... there's a difference. 
I've been writing since I was a little kid and I finally decided to take the leap and actually publish when Picking up the Pieces came to me. Now that I've been bitten by the writing bug I just can't seem to stop. 

https://www.facebook.com/AuthorJessicaPrince

http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7044544.Jessica_Prince

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Playlist: Pickup Up The Pieces

     After reading Emmy and Luke's story I wanted to find a few great songs that reminded me of their story.  It wasn't very hard, so I have limited it to four.  Hope you enjoy.

1.) Won't Go Home Without You - Maroon 5

2.) I won't Give Up - Jason Mraz

3.)  I Hope You Dance - Lee Ann Womack

4.)  Home - Phillip Phillips

Saturday Shenanigans

     I don't know about you, but I am glad it is finally the weekend.  Phew, I am exhausted.  I spent one too many nights up into the wee hours finishing some very amazing books.  The bags under my eyes were well worth it.

     I started the week off by reading Picking Up the Pieces by Jessica Prince.  Gah!  What an amazing story.  I can't wait to share my review during her blog tour in a few weeks.  If you haven't read it yet I suggest you get a move on.  You won't be sorry.

     During the middle of the week I decided to mix it up a little by switching genres with two great paranormal novels Shattered Promises and Fractured Souls by Jessica Sorensen.  Spending a few days with Gemma and Alex was great.  Delving into the world of the supernatural is always fun and Sorensen novels are always a little gut wrenching.  Both were amazing reads.

     I am finishing off the week with If You Leave by Courtney Cole.  I am half way through and am loving it.  If you liked the story of Mila and Pax in If You Stay you will fall in love with Madison and Gabriel.  I cannot wait to write my review for this one.  Stay tuned.

     Adding this week's books to my read list has brought my total to 124 books this year!!  Sweet baby Jesus.  I am in awe of myself.  Even to me that sounds like an incredible number, but I assure you it is true.  Mr. Fabulous will vouch for me as well.  He has witnessed me curled up in "my spot" reading four countless hours.   My ultimate goal this year is 200 books.  Can I make it?  We shall see, but I have to tell you I have a really good feeling about it.

     So what great stories will round out the end of the year?  I am working through some amazing ARC's for upcoming blog tours.  BLOG TOURS! I am so excited.  If you have any recommendations of great books I should have on my to be read list I am all ears.  Let me hear your suggestions.

    I hope your week was filled with some spectacular reading.

Happy reading!!

   

Daily Swoon: Terrific Tuesday

     OK, so I need to work on the name of Tuesday's Daily Swoon.  I promise to bust out my thesaurus as soon as I am done here and try to find a better adjective.

     I want to say, Happy Release Day to a few authors.
   
     First to Courtney Cole for the release of If You Leave.  This book is already in the top 100 on Amazon.  Congratulations! I was very excited to find this waiting for me in my Kindle this morning.  It is at the top of my list to read this week.

     Next to Tammara Webber for the release of Here Without You (Between The Lines #4).  I have enjoyed this series so much.  I cannot wait to read the next installment.

     Also to Emily Trent, Happy Belated Release Day for Captivated.  I have not had the pleasure of reading any of Ms. Trent's novels, but I plan to remedy that very quickly!!

      Yesterday, I finished up Picking Up The Pieces by Jessica Prince.  My review will not be posted until September 10th, when the blog tour rolls around.  I won't give anything away right now, but I have to say, go out and check it out.  Right now, I am reading Shattered Promises by Jessica Sorensen.  I have had it on my Kindle for a while and decided it was time.  I will let you know what I think as soon as I am finished.

Until then,

Happy Reading!!