Men of Severn, 2
I once loved a boy.
But people change and grow apart, and the boy I once loved didn’t love me in return. My entire life changed when the Blake brothers decided I wasn't one of them anymore.
And then it changed again.
I was alone and dealt with my problems on my own.
But one problem remains. I still love that same boy.
And now it's time for me to head back home.
Excerpt:
I watch as two of the regulars help him up from where his slumped, bleeding form lays sprawled, and lead him out of the bar. My brother and his employee hold me back because I allow it. I try to calm the fuck down before I do something stupid.
But then I see Mercy standing behind the bar, breathing heavily. I can’t stand the thought of any man being near her, especially Zane. Was she interested in him? Would she let him touch, hold, kiss her? The thought of his hands on her has my anger boiling over and cruel words falling from my lips.
“This is your fucking fault,” I bellow pointing at her, blaming her for something I know is not her fault.
“What?” She looks shocked.
The band has stopped playing and everyone is watching the scene play out with rapt attention. This will be the talk of the town tomorrow.
“It’s always been this way. You do whatever the fuck you want and the rest of us have to deal with the fallout.”
She looks like I slapped her. All the color drains from her face before she squares her shoulders. I know the look in her eyes, and she isn’t going to let me get under her skin. No, she is going to make my life a living hell. We’ve done this dance before.
Bending down she scoops up her handbag and walks around the bar counter until she is right in front of me. Her gaze sweeps me from head to toe and back again, disgust clear for everyone to see, before she turns to Wesley.
“I’ll be back tomorrow morning for my shift,” she says to my older brother. “As for you, Shay. Grow the fuck up. If you can’t treat me with some fucking respect, then stay the hell away from me. I’m not your problem, your temper is. And it always has been.”
I stare at her, my chest pumping up and down as I try to get my breathing under control. “You. Don’t. Work. Here,” I say lowly. “And I told you not to call me that.”
“If I’m not missing something, Wesley is the owner, and he offered me a position. He needs the help.” She glares at me. “Severn is my home too and I’m not leaving again, so you better get used to it.”
I watch her as she walks across the dance floor toward her friend Lisa. They speak for a couple of moments before they hug, and she walks out of Blake’s. What a fuckup. The only woman I have ever loved, and we can’t fucking stand each other.
I've read a lot of books written by Jade Marshall; she is one of my favorite authors. I can’t wait to read more of her books. This is the second book in the Men of Severn Series; it is a stand-alone short story. The story is about Mercy & Shane.
When I started this book, I didn't know that it was the second book of this series! It is good, so a bit of romance, action, sadness and happiness. Everything that you need in a book!
A wonderful second chance story, Shane and Mercy are wonderful characters, They knew each other when they were younger and know they have a second chance., They have the chemistry. a good read.
The second story in the Men of Severn, Shane and Mercy once were childhood friends, then life got in the way and they have not seen each other in five years. I enjoyed seeing them get their second chance when she came back to their hometown.
This was an engaging second chance romance for Mercy and Shane, and with a bit of suspense and mystery, it was a page turner for me. These two were childhood friends that never forgot each other. Coming back together now, they're both grown up and ready to face the past. These two had hot chemistry but an outside influence gives this story some danger to really keep things hopping. Definitely a fun read and I'm looking forward to the next book :D
Mercy grew up next door to the Blake but only had eyes for Shane. As they grew older, Shane started becoming mean to her, which eventually she left town. Now she has returned and is working for his brother. Shane has kept the secret that he is in love with Mercy but does not know how to tell her he is about to become a father. Someone is stalking Mercy, Shane will makes sure she is safe by making her stay with him.
This is the second story in the "Men of Severn" series about the Blake boys. It can be read as a stand alone but does have connected characters. This ones is about Shane, a guy who has a tendency to lose his cool so it enters the cage to let off stem. During the day he a very successful realtor. Mercy was very close to the Blake brothers growing up until Shane started pushing her away. She left for a while and has finally come home to their small town. She has moved into her mother's house. Shane has just won a fight and runs smack dab into Mercy, he is shocked. However, he has a bigger problem then that. When he sees her at his brother's bar he is surprised again. Mercy is feisty and has no problem putting Shane, or anyone else, in their place. Shane gets a second chance, will she stay when she learns what he is dealing with? What about her stalker? Very intriguing and interesting read with a protective rescue dog, some crazy, a few gifts, passion, family and much more.
Mercy returns home and Shane seems to be anything but happy about that. Shane is definitely more complex than when he was introduced in book one of the series but I am so here for it!! I love the way they hate to love each other and love the way they finally got together. Some bumps along the way but a grand finish with an amazing HEA
Oh wow! Shane is so hot and still in love with Mercy after all the years she has been away. They grew up living next door to each other, and as they aged, the attraction grew also. There are several twists in the story that I didn't see coming at all! It made the book so good. I highly recommend it! Plenty of spice and a great HEA!
Shane and Mercy got to me. They hit me in the heart, and I couldn't stop feeling. I was rooting for them from the very beginning and loved watching them as they maneuvered their relationship. Jade Marshall is an author that I will always read. She just knows how to drag you into her books and keep you captivated.
Shane and Mercy, their story, and their journeys separately and together was quite a lovely and surprising read! The story line, the characters and their development, the drama, the desire, and most of all the angst...were so good! All of it combined, plus the spice, definitely makes for a fantastic read!
Mercy and Shane’s story has them growing up together then pushing each other away for fear of overstepping their friendship. She leaves town. Years later she returns to open her business and runs into Shane. Their chemistry and love is still there between them but outside forces are threatening to separate them. A good drama filled, suspenseful, sizzling story once again by author
So good! I have read other novels by this author and enjoyed them. This novel did not disappoint. I was excited to jump back into this series. From the first chapter I was pulled back into this series. Wow this novel took me on such an emotional ride. I really enjoyed Shane and Mercy's story. I love that they were connected by their past in their youth. I felt so bad for Mercy and what she went thru. I loved watching them reconnect and fall in love. Once I started reading I needed to know what was happening next. I can't wait to see what this author has coming next.
The main characters have been bickering every time they meet, even though they love each other. They are afraid to cross the boundary of friendship for fear of losing each other. Eventually, they manage to have an honest conversation and resolve their conflicts, but then an unexpected threat emerges from a villain I never anticipated, along with an unforeseen hero who comes to save the day. Everything righted itself in the end, and they finally got to their happily ever after.
Part of the Men of Severn the title says it best Shane and Mercy were childhood friends but when they grew older life got in the way pushing them apart neither unwilling to let the other in eventually Mercy left town five years later, she has returned home. Mercy is home, she is a different person back ready to open a new business she knows eventually she will run into her old friend but when she does it wasn’t what she was expecting in fact the chemistry is off the charts the moment they come face to face. Shane sexy as all get out could never forget his childhood friend not realizing she was back in town until they ran into each neither could deny the second chance they were given the more time they are together the more they open up about their issues throw in outside issues will they stick together this time around, will they go their separate ways, will her business ventures be a success, and will they find happiness this time around?
I voluntarily reviewed this after receiving a complimentary copy. Mercy and Shane Blake were next-door neighbors and best friends. Both Mercy and Shane secretly loved each other. Shane for some reason starts treating Mercy cruelly so she leaves and goes to the big city after high school. Years pass and Mercy is home for good, where she ends up running into Shane, the feelings are still there and he still is mean to her. Shane and Mercy finally share how they feel for each other and start to develop a relationship as a couple, someone is not happy and is stalking Mercy. Will Shane and Mercy get the chance they deserve to be happy or will the stalker ruin it?
I loved reading Mercy and Shane’s story in Blast from the past by Jade Marshall. Mercy once loved Shane with all her heart but he didn’t love her back. Over time she thought she got over him but when circumstances change and they come together again they find that what they both have feeling for each other. They have to fight all the trials and tribulations they face to stay together.
It's been eight years since the childhood best friends has seen each other. Boy oh boy are they explosive together. Mercy and Shane both decided to share their feelings for each other but they both got secrets. Now they are both ready to make a go at being together and become a family but there is one big problem they both have to face and it's a stalker out to ruin their new relationship. Join the story to see if secrets and a crazy stalker will prevent them from having their happily ever after. Enjoy ?
Definitely wasn't expecting this as a storyline, but of course I usually enjoy anything from Jad Marshall. Such a short read and I wished for a lot more character development but still a good read. It was a good feeling when Mercy and Shane finally talked and aired out their differences. Short sweet and simple it got to the point. Recommend.
This is the story of Shane and Mercy. They grew up as neighbors with single mom's raising them. They fell in love in love in high school but neither could get up the nerve to tell the other so they drifted apart. Now years later they are back in the same town and sparks flare. Mercy has a stalker and Shane is determined to keep her safe and by his side for good this time around.
Blast from the Past is a good, and enjoyable small town romance read. The story has a great entertaining world building story line with an easy to read story line. The characters are great, wonderful, realistic, and they have great chemistry. This story is a very entertaining steamy action packed page turning romance read with a happily ever after ending.
I really enjoyed this book--I loved the whole entire thing. There was mentioned trigger warnings and I saw where they might be something to warn against but didn't see that they were that extensive--just a really good gripping story for sure.
This book surprised me from the beginning I wasn't to sure where it was going, but it was an amazing read. Shane and Mercy were child hood friends until they grew up and started noticing each other. Then they pushed each other away not willing to let each other know of their true feelings. Mercy left the town she grew up in for 5 years to get away. Now she is back and opening a new business. Sparks fly as soon as Shane and Mercy run into each other. Their chemistry is off the wall. Throw in a stalker and some surprises and this is a book you definitely don't want to put down. Definate Must Read!!!
Mercy grew up next door to the Blake boys and they all were thick as thieves. Until one day when Shane, the one she’s in love with, started being mean to her and eventually she drifted away from them. Then she left for the big city. Years later, she’s back & of course she runs into Shane again. That handsome boy had turned into a gorgeous muscular man! Rude, mean & angry as hell but he still got her heart fluttering. What she didn’t know was that Shane always felt the same way she did! As they start to explore their new relationship, someone is out to hurt Mercy and they also need to figure out the whole baby mama drama too.
Loved reading Blast from the Past. This book was a super fast read for me but so good. Mercy and Shane’s story was beautifully done and loved the ending!!
Past and Present Collide! Such a heart-felt beautifully written emotional read. It just makes you want to cry with happiness. Mercy was a survivor and had loved Shane for most of her life until she left. Now back could she accept that their happiness could be just round the corner?
