Valley Storm by Tess Bowen

Valley Storm is third on Tessa's The Langthornes of Napa Valley Series. I felt so sad because I know this is the last on the series but I'm so happy that everyone had their Happily ever after ❤ a sweet and spicy story of Luke and Mandy or whatever the f***.. The narration by Logan McAllister is also perfect. He definitely did a good job voicing both male and female characters. Logan is on top of my male favorite narrators. ❤

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heroine is a ...

Not sure what to think of this story, I really wanted to like it and listened to the end, hoping ... Amanda's behaviour was childish, emotionally spazzy, irrational to the point I wanted to smack her, I could not connect with her, I did not like her for the most part. Felt sorry for Luke many time, but that is love for you, right? Yes, they did get their HEA, but I didn't really enjoy their journey. The secondary characters were for the most part great additions, but Lola was over the top with some of the stuff she was spewing, it felt forced at times. Tobias and Lina were great, love their relationship.

The Princess and her Knight

Luke Langthorn and Amanda Samuleson have grown up together and both have always considered the other a friend for life. As they grew, they individually came to hope for more than friendship, but bad choices and absence seemed to destroy those hopes. Luke's father ruled their home with an iron fist and wanted his children to meet his expectations. Always feeling that his father was disappointed in him, Luke went off to make his fortune. He wanted more for himself and disappeared for five years. Mandy thought he was never coming back and fell into a marriage with an abusive and despicable man. Things went horribly wrong and she had to run for her life. The only place she thought of escaping to was the safety of her second family, the Langthorns. They formed a safety net around her and Luke came home, once he knew the pain she had suffered. Old feelings reemerged but Mandy was broken and didn't know who to trust. She put up walls that nobody could break through, until Luke reminded her of the dreams they had in their past. It required a lot of work on Luke's part because she often lashed out in anger. There were times when I wanted Luke to grab her and calm her down, but she had to work through the remnants of her abuse by herself. Highly emotional and thoroughly sweet, Valley Storm is a wonderful book. I listened on audible and Logan McAllister narrated all of the voices very clearly and individually. An excellent job!

Steamy friends to lovers you be addicted to

Holy smokes! This book is hot! And so addicting. Get ready friends to lovers fans. This is the ultimate romance for you! Luke and Mandy were childhood friends. Mandy was Luke's older sister's best friend and quickly growing up they were close too. They always played princess and knight in shinning armor. But that was something they didn't grow out of. Now they are adults and haven't seen each other in years. That changes one night when Mandy, running for her life, ends up back at Langthornes home. It was always a place a safety and love for her and this night was no different. As Mandy starts to heal from her trauma Luke is there for her. Soon the feelings they both have never stopped having take control and it's a whirlwind of drama, romance, misunderstandings and figuring out what makes them happy. And lots of steamy encounters. I loved this book from the start to beginning. This author pulled me in from the start and I found myself reading/listening any chance I got. My heart is so warm for this story and I can't love Luke enough. Talk about a hottie nice guy. Mandy drove me crazy at some points but her stubborn and spitfire attitude made me love her at the same time. They are a great match and I loved every minute of their story. I love the whole Langthorne family! This story will grab onto readers hearts and grip tight.

My Favorite Langthorne Book So Far!

You won't be able to stop yourself from falling in love with the H and h of this book. He is to die for--an enthralling combination of tenderness and caring one minute and domineering male the next. She is sweet, sexy, feminine, and girly intermixed with moments of emotional upheaval and ditzy-ness! They grew up together. They were apart. They came back together in a roller coaster ride of ups and downs. The end is such a happily ever after, you will drool all over yourself and walk on clouds for a while after finishing! The best yet of Tessa Bowen, IMHO!

Storm that can't be tamed

An epic read / listen. I am so in love with these Langthornes and Luke is a total knight in shining armor. Princess Mandi is just waiting for him to rescue her. She's impatient and he's taking too long. Mistakes are made by both (I love how human and real these characters are). Will they be able to find each other and their HEA before they hurt each other and themselves again?!? I absolutely love the dynamic between these two main characters and Lola - I was laughing and giggling out loud! I just loved this listen / read and the narrator was wonderful too! Gimmie More!!! This book was given to me for free at my request and I provided this voluntary review.

Great Story!

I enjoyed listening to this concluding story about Luke and Mandy’s “second chance” romance. I couldn’t help but feel sorry for Luke as Mandy was a total witch at times--not the way one would treat "the supposed love of her life"--if you know what I mean. I totally wanted to shake her and tell her to grow up and realize that everything is not all about HER--especially during her fits of unwarranted jealousy. As I got into the story, I just knew there was going to be a “surprise” brewing. The narrator, Logan McAllister, continues to do a great job in narrating this final story in the Langthorne saga. I voluntarily reviewed this after receiving a free copy.

Loved it!

Tessa and Logan did it again! Great story! Couldn't stop listening! Hate the series is over. Got attached to the characters. A must listen!!!

Valley Storm

A childhood friendship leads to so much more in this book. It starts off with you on the edge of your seat and takes you on a great ride until we see a perfect ending. I loved this book and will definitely be looking into more from this author.

Love Tess Bowen's Valley Books!

I love the Valley books and this one did not disappoint! It offered everything you want, fun, action, adventure, and romance!