Men of Severn, 4
Ashe Roman had everything—fame, money, and stadiums full of screaming fans. Until he destroyed it all.
When the rock-country crossover star crashes back into his hometown of Severn after a disastrous tour, the last thing he expects is to run into the girl he never had the courage to ask out.
Kaelie Swanson remembers Ashe as the quiet music nerd from high school. Now he’s a global celebrity with a reputation for drinking too much and burning every bridge he crosses.
Kaelie has lived that story before. Her father was an addict, and she swore she would never love someone she had to watch destroy themselves.
But the chemistry between them is impossible to ignore. As Ashe fights for sobriety and a second chance at life, Kaelie must decide if risking her heart is worth the danger.
Because loving Ashe Roman might be the best thing that ever happens to her … or the mistake that breaks them both.
Excerpt:
“You were the cheerleader,” I say suddenly. The words slip out before I can stop them.
Her eyes narrow slightly. “And you were the music nerd.”
I grin. “I still am.”
“Obviously.”
We start walking slowly down the trail without really discussing it. Side by side. The gravel crunches beneath our shoes.
“You remember that?” she asks after a minute.
“What?”
“High school.”
I glance at her. “You think I wouldn’t?”
Her expression shifts slightly. “You didn’t exactly talk to me much.”
“That’s because I was terrified of you.”
That stops her in her tracks. “What?”
I shrug, slowing to match her pace. “You were the most intimidating girl in the building.”
“Intimidating.”
“Yes.”
She folds her arms across her chest. “I was a cheerleader.”
“Exactly.”
She stares at me like I’ve completely lost my mind. “That makes no sense.”
“You had perfect grades, ran half the clubs in school, and dated the quarterback.”
She rolls her eyes. “That was only senior year.”
“Still counts.”
“And you had girls throwing themselves at you during band competitions.”
“That was different.”
“How?”
“I understood music.”
She laughs and the sound hits me harder than expected. It’s warm, unfiltered, and real. God, I forgot how good it feels to hear her laugh.
“You’re ridiculous,” she says.
“Probably.”
We keep walking and the trail dips slightly as it curves toward the creek. And then Kaelie’s foot hits a patch of loose gravel.
“Shit…”
Her ankle twists sharply beneath her and she stumbles sideways. I catch her before she can hit the ground. Again. Apparently this morning’s theme is me grabbing Kaelie Swanson before gravity finishes the job.
This is a well written romance about musician Ashe getting a second chance at life and a new chance at love. Kaelie is from his hometown and they seem to complement each other so well. I thought they made a great couple and this was a really wonderful story.
Whisky Regrets by Jade Marshall is a deeply emotional, second-chance romance that hits you right in the heart. The story is filled with longing, past mistakes, and the kind of tension that lingers in every glance and conversation. The hero is brooding and full of regret, while the heroine brings strength and vulnerability that makes their journey feel real and raw. Their chemistry is intense, layered with history and unspoken feelings that slowly unravel. It’s angsty, heartfelt, and beautifully messy in the best way—perfect for anyone who loves a romance about healing, forgiveness, and finding your way back to each other.
Such a amazing story, Book four in the series, I loved the storyline it engages you from the beginning, Kaelie and Ashe have a wonderful chemistry, I was cheering them on.
This was a heartfelt story about loss, addiction and redemption. You can feel the emotion in the characters. The Journey of Ashe loss and recovering, the willingness of Kaelie to take a chance with him makes for a heartwarming story.
This is the fourth story in the "Men of Severn" series set in a small town. It can be read as a stand alone but does have connected characters. This one is about rock star Ashe and Kaelie, a real estate agent. This one deals with addiction, with both characters having baggage. Very intriguing and interesting read with some crazy, truths, angst, passion, family and much more. It is emotional and a roller coaster ride. I love the characters!
A short story that covers a lot of emotional baggage. Ashe is destroying himself by addiction. His fame and lifestyle has caused him to hit rock bottom in the full glare of a captive audience. Kaelie watched her father destroy himself by being a drunk. Whilst she understands the complications of it, she is not prepared to tolerate it. Two people, attracted to each other, experienced in matters that mean a lot and consequences are huge.
The fourth book in the Men of Severn series I found it to be a captivating, well-written addition. The story follows Ashe Roman, a rock-country star returning to Severn to rebuild his life and sobriety, and Kaelie Swanson, who must decide if Ashe is worth the risk despite her past experiences with her father's addiction. The compelling characters and their chemistry made for an excellent read.
The fourth book in the Men of Severn series I found it to be a captivating, well-written addition. The story follows Ashe Roman, a rock-country star returning to Severn to rebuild his life and sobriety, and Kaelie Swanson, who must decide if Ashe is worth the risk despite her past experiences with her father's addiction. The compelling characters and their chemistry made for an excellent read.
This author never fails to entertain. I have come to really enjoy her writing. This book is well-written and the chemistry between he main characters will keep you hooked from the very beginning. This is a must read!
Book 4 of the Men of Severn swries. Can be read as a standalone. 'Because loving Ashe Roman might be the best thing that ever happens to her … or the mistake that breaks them both.' The characters were very likeable and complicated and perfectly steamy together. Plot was intriguing and intense and well paced. World building was solidly drawn and impressive. All in all a great addition to the series. Enjoyed immensely and highly recommend. Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy!
Jade Marshall’s "Whiskey Regrets" is a heartfelt and compelling addition to the Men of Severn series. The story follows Ashe Roman, a once-celebrated rock-country musician, as he returns to his hometown after losing it all. Marshall expertly captures the emotional journey of Ashe’s struggle for redemption and the tender, complex connection he rekindles with Kaelie Swanson. Kaelie’s past and Ashe’s reputation make their romance feel authentic and layered, with the chemistry between them sparking from page one. The book thoughtfully explores themes of addiction, forgiveness, and second chances, offering readers a moving narrative filled with hope and resilience. "Whiskey Regrets" is an engaging, beautifully written romance that will leave you rooting for Ashe and Kaelie and eager for more from this series.
This was a very heartfelt story about recovery and the journey. I loved seeing his forward motion after coming to the realization that the drinking needed to stop. Seeing him reconnect with Kailie was wonderful. They had such a great connection. This was sweet and steamy. I really loved reading this one.
Kaelie has stayed in her home town but Ashe left to pursue his music career and has done very well but is now addicted to alcohol and marijuana. When he gets back to Severn he has an important choice to make. Kaelie's dad died from alcohol so she's not willing to watch someone else she cares about die this way. It was interesting watching the tow of them work their way through their attraction and Ashe deal with his addictions. A great book!!
This emotionally charged heartfelt journey is amazingly written with characters who are in depth and easy to connect with. Ashe is a musician who lost everything due to his drinking addiction and has to move home. He has an immediate connection and palpable chemistry with Kaelie. Kaelie wants to explore their connection but her father has a drinking problem and she is not sure she can do it all again. This book is an excellent read that has you invested in the characters and rooting for them to work from the beginning.
I have read the other novels in this series and enjoyed them. This novel shows the consequences of an addiction that can ruin life as you know it. From the first chapter this novel pulled me in and kept my attention throughout the novel. My heart hurt for Ashe and all he had lost because of his addiction to alcohol. I loved Kaelie even though she had watched her father battle his own similar addiction that she was willing to take a chance to try with Ashe. Their chemistry was so good! I loved watching their walls and defenses come down and open their hearts to each other. So good! I can hardly wait to see what this author has coming next.
The beginning was somewhat sad as we saw the harsh aftermath of addiction, but we also saw the MMC's effort to recover. There were some light moments that made me smile, but what matters most is that their journey finally led to a happy ending for both.
This is a book that is very much worth reading, loved it. It is beautiful, raw, real and vulnerable. TW: alcoholism/addiction Ashe is musician playing in his very small home town, Severn. He never thought he would be back. Kaelie witnesses the concert (aka the trainwreck of the concert) and brings up bad memories from her past. She also remembers the Ashe from high school. This book is so beautifully and realistically written. It was hard to read some parts, especially in the beginning, when Ashe is in such bad shape and takes time to find his way. Kudos to Wesley and Kaelie for his support with his tough love.
