Wanting You Always by Lizzie Morton {a review}

Her voice is a siren, but instead of warning me to stay away, it draws me in, just like it always has, since the first time we met.

Wanting You Always is the brand new release from author Lizzie Morton. This is the first book in the Always series, and it is a spin off from the Always trilogy. Wanting You Always focuses on Sam and Sophie. These two have been best friends since the moment they met. They have been by each other's side through the good and the bad. They are the support system they each need. It's always been friendship, never more, but things are changing.

My rating for Wanting You Always:

First things first, I have not read the Always Trilogy, so I am going into the Always series not knowing anything about the characters, the band, or the history. Having now read Wanting You Always, I do feel that it may have helped me understand bits and pieces of this book had I read the trilogy. I say that because at times I was a bit lost with certain references to past events. Not only that I feel that I would have better understood the friendships, and the these bonds that they clearly have. That being said not knowing all of this, and the slight confusion didn't affect my enjoyment of this story. If anything it would have enhanced it.

Speaking of the story...I truly did enjoy Sam and Sophie's story. That best friends to lovers storyline hooked me in, and had me wondering how the fall would happen. It also had me waiting for the moment when those feelings were discussed, and how it would affect the friendship. Slow burn and I don't always get along, but this one I didn't really have a problem with. At times I was hoping things would pick up a bit more, but once those lines were crossed all was good. The rockstar vibe was just okay. It felt secondary, but at the same time it gave Sam this friendship that he so needed. I quickly found myself immersed in this world, and wanting to know more about each of the side characters.

Lizzie threw me a curve ball in the form of Russ, and everything that was discovered with his story. My mom heart was immediately gone for that kid. Then as his storyline developed my heart sank. While I don't like what happened in that situation, it did inspire what happened next. 

I think it was Russ that really gave Sophie the courage to rediscover herself. It was because of him that so much happened. Yes Sam was by her side throughout, but this was different. This was Sophie taking a stand, and I loved that. She found her voice and her passion, and she was going to battle.

Also, I love Grams. She's the best. Grams was the comedic relief that was needed from time to time.

While the start of the book confused me a smidgen, by the end I was loving the characters, enjoying their storylines, and rooting for that happily ever after. Not only did Sam and Sophie get their happily ever after, but their new found family did also. 

Now that Sam and Sophie's story is over, I need Shaun's story to be next. I won't accept anyone else. (okay maybe Sooz's story. maybe) Shaun is Sam's big brother, and if I'm reading things correctly, there is a spark between him and Sophie's best friend. So please Lizzie, say they are next!!

Go check out this best friends to lovers romance. I could not put it down, and cannot wait to return to this setting in the future. (rumor has it book 2 is coming in 2023!)

Happy Reading,
Laura

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Sam Riley has been one of my best friends for as long as I can remember, it’s the wanting him part that is new.

With my personal life falling apart and Sam’s self-doubts putting his music career on the line, we do what we’ve always done best … we lean on each other.

Desperately trying to hold everything together, Sam manages to brighten the darkest of days.

In the middle of the storm, he’s my rainbow.

My person.

My one.

My constant.

Until we find ourselves tiptoeing the line of something more.

Deciding between what’s right and fighting for what we want feels impossible when it comes down to one thing …

Is loving your best friend worth the risk of losing them?

**Wanting You Always is Book 1 in a series of interconnected standalones which act as spin-offs to The Always Trilogy. Each book is a complete story and contains a HEA.**

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Fool Me Thrice by Lizzie Morton {a review}

Fool Me Thrice by Lizzie Morton was just released. This romantic suspense book will have you on the edge of your seat at all the best moments. Put on your detective hats, it's time to figure out who is under that hoodie, and causing all the chaos for the Becket family.

Fool Me Thrice is the third, and final, book in the Fool Me trilogy. In the first two books we were following Michael Becket, and seeing how the hooded figure affected his life. That person also was affecting the life of his mom and sister. It was what caused them to be separated. Now in Fool Me Thrice, we are checking in with Josie. Because if you read Fool Me Twice, then you know how that book ended. It was intense. That scene will appear in this book as well, but first we need backstory. Not only that but we need to see how Josie and Evan meet, and all that ensues until the big suspenseful moment occurs. As this is an ongoing story, I can't say much more than what I have. 

Let's dive into my thoughts...

OH MY WORD! This story grabbed ahold of me, and did not let go. From the very first chapter to the very last page, I was all in.

Simply put, Josie and Evan are amazing.

Josie is simply trying to live her life and make it as real as possible. Which being hid away, and having to use a fake identity, makes it a bit more difficult. She has her eyes set on college though, and she's going to do amazing things. Yet you can always see her holding herself back a little bit. She's guarded herself, and that is to be expected. It's hard to form attachments when you might have to run again. 

Evan is 100% devoted to his job. This Becket case that he's been working on has taken a lot of his energy, but he's determined to see it through to the end. Yet once he meets Josie, he finds himself drawn to her. Which he should be avoiding at all costs! First she's his job (forbidden!), and second she's a decade younger than him (age gap!). Not to mention that his job can be dangerous, so it makes relationships tricky.

Their introduction though once the hooded figure make an appearance begins to change everything though. I loved how their connection built throughout the story. You could see Evan fighting this the best he could. Yet there was Josie fighting back, and going after what she wanted. I also loved how Evan would listen to everything Josie said. It was as though he was soaking it all in for his memories while trying not to fall.

I kept waiting for the "cat" to appear and make their presence known. Once they did, I kept looking for signs another appearance was about to happen. I was trying to figure out who it was, and how they always knew where Josie was. How was she always found?

How everything played out in the cat and mouse game was intense. It is romantic suspense perfection. I honestly did not figure out who was behind it all until closer to the end. There were plenty of candidates swirling around in my mind though.

Go start this series with Fool Me Once, and be prepared to fall for Lizzie Morton's writing, and her characters. Absolutely fabulous!

Thank you for taking time to read my thoughts about Fool Me Thrice. This was a 5 star read for me, and the story absolutely captivated me. If you enjoy romantic suspense books that feature an age gap with a little bit of a forbidden relationship as well, then you need to check this one out.

Happy Reading,
Laura

Run, Josie, Run. Those are the words he wrote to me and that's exactly what I'm doing.

I thought I was saving all of us, I thought I'd fooled him thrice. The only person I fooled was myself. Trapped in the darkness, I wondered if losing would be the easy way out.

Until Evan.

Off limits. Dangerous. Everything I should stay away from.

The end was coming, I could feel it. But just when the odds were in my favour, the tables turned, taking me right back to where it all began, wondering who I could trust.

If any one.

Only one thing is certain in this game of cat and mouse: there can only be one winner.

I'm determined to make sure it's me.

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Meet Lizzie Morton

Author Lizzie Morton is an author of Contemporary Romance and New Adult novels. She lives in the U.K with her partner and three children.

Previously she has worked as a Personal Trainer and Back Pain Specialist and trained as a Chef at Leeds City College.

Her first novel was originally just a note in her phone but became a full manuscript, ready for release in August 2020.

When she isn’t reading or writing, her favourite things include running, snaffling and changing nappies.

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Fool Me Thrice by Lizzie Morton {cover reveal}

Back in August 2021 I had the opportuntiy to read Fool Me Once, and the Fool Me Twice by Lizzie Morton. I was absolutely taken by this series, and I still think about it to this day.

So when I heard that Lizzie was releasing another book in the series, Fool Me Thrice, I knew I had to add it to my TBR list.

Well, she has just recently revealed the cover, and I wanted to share that here, as well as the blurb for the book. Now this is a series, and while this third book is about Josie (instead of Michael), it is best to read them in order. I promise you that it is worth it, and you will have a much better understanding of the storyline if you do. 

Fool Me Thrice is slated for an April 28 release (Happy Birthday to Me!), and you know I will be reading it asap.

Run, Josie, Run. Those are the words he wrote to me and that's exactly what I'm doing.

I thought I was saving all of us, I thought I'd fooled him thrice. The only person I fooled was myself. Trapped in the darkness, I wondered if losing would be the easy way out.

Until Evan.

Off limits. Dangerous. Everything I should stay away from.

The end was coming, I could feel it. But just when the odds were in my favour, the tables turned, taking me right back to where it all began, wondering who I could trust.

If any one.

Only one thing is certain in this game of cat and mouse: there can only be one winner.

I'm determined to make sure it's me.

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Fool Me Twice {a review}

Fool Me Twice is the brand new release from Lizzie Morton, and reader friends, go grab this book now. Especially if you enjoy a good romantic suspense.

Britney currently works as a writer at a gossip magazine in New York. It's not her ideal job, but it pays the bills. One day at work, her boss calls her and a fellow coworker into her office to assign them a story. Michael Becket is rumored to have ended his relationship, and she wants all the info. If the rumors are not true, then she wants Britney and her coworker to make some gossip happen. This leads to Britney being on an airplane that is headed to Florida. Who does she sit next to? Michael Becket. Naturally. The two share a conversation, go through some turbulence on the plane, and there is definitely some chemistry between the two. Things happen, Becket finds out who Britney truly is, and he wants revenge for what happened. Flash forward a bit, and a plan is hatched. Britney will come back to Florida, and write a story on who the real Michael Becket is. But He's not going to make it easy on her. If anything he'll string her along. But while all that is happening, someone from Becket's past is coming back into his life. And this someone is not a good person. Becket is starting to wonder if he's truly seeing what he is, or if it's just a figment of his imagination. He knows he should mention something to Britney, but she's seeing things too, and she thinks it is someone from her past coming to get her. So who is this person? What is going to happen? And what's up with the cell phone that Michael has that only has a couple phone numbers stored in it?

As I started reading Fool Me Twice, I was expecting a sweet but steamy sports romance. And that is not what happened. Yes there was steam. But I wasn't expecting the suspense! I wasn't expecting the hate to love story that was unfolding. Add in the forced proximity, and I was hooked. Yes the story between Brit and Becket was interesting, but it was really the suspense part that had me unable to put the book down. Who was that person that both Becket and Britney kept seeing? What is the reason for them being there? Why do they keep hanging around? I needed the backstory on that. Of course Lizzie Morton did not disappoint, and she filled me in perfectly.  When the story wrapped up, I felt like I knew who Becket was, the relationship between him and Britney was good, and I was content. Sort of. Or at least until the epilogue when Josie was leaving work. I need Josie's book NOW. Seriously. Oh my word. I can only hope that things wrap up "nicely" in Josie's book. 

I do have one question though, and that involves Britney's coworker and former boss. Whatever happened to them? Was there repercussions? Were they ever called out for their part in the initial story? 

Highly recommend reading Fool Me Twice. I do suggest starting with the prequel, Fool Me Once, but that isn't 100% necessary. Go download this book. Read it. Come back and talk to me about it.

Thank you for taking time to read my thoughts,
Laura

Becket:

If you hated me and if you hated my story… good.

Becket is my mask.

One I’ve kept firmly in place and with good reason. Only one person saw a glimmer of the real me, and she reminded me why we build walls: to keep things out.

The night we met was a farce, a real-life version of The Hangover and all thanks to her. But now, I’m determined to bulldoze my way into her life like she did mine.

It’s time she learnt a lesson; you should never judge a book by its cover. And my story is more complicated than she could ever imagine.

Britney:

Our romance was a plane crash. A disaster. It ended as quickly as it began.

I thought I'd meet my dream guy one day. The one that would sweep me off my feet, whispering sweet nothings in my ear while I ran my hands over his beautiful, chiseled body.

Instead, Michael Becket, the biggest douchebag in the NFL, is the one who's firmly imprinted himself in my mind.

I'm learning not everyone we fall for is Prince Charming. People have flaws, people have secrets, and I shouted his out for the world to hear. And now ... he's determined to find out mine.

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Meet Lizzie Morton

Author Lizzie Morton is an author of Contemporary Romance and New Adult novels. She lives in the U.K with her partner and three children.

Previously she has worked as a Personal Trainer and Back Pain Specialist and trained as a Chef at Leeds City College.

Her first novel was originally just a note in her phone but became a full manuscript, ready for release in August 2020.

When she isn’t reading or writing, her favourite things include running, snaffling and changing nappies.

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