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3 1/2 stars, This is not my typical read, in fact it takes a lot for me to read about a book with a main character in love with their deceased spouse. But that wasn't all that wasn't typical about this book(for me). This book is a very sweet romance but it's also about letting go and about the pain the death of a spouse can cause. And while this wasn't a typical read for me I really liked it. I felt for Reese and all they she had gone though and still struggled with. I was sad for Derek because we get to know him in this book even though he has already passed. And I Loved Logan all moody and broody and and possessive in his own way, but so loving and patient with Reese, in fact I don't think most could have been as patient and understanding.

Married young to her high school sweet heart Reese now finds herself a widow at too young of an age, who can't move past the death of her husband that she blames on herself. Knowing she has to make a change Reese inquires about a tour at The Donnelley’s Wild Land Tour’s. Getting to know one of the owners Gracie, Reese can't wait to get away for a month with Gracie to find peace and finally let go. selling their home and packing up Reese sets out for The Donnelley’s. When she arrives she is shocked to find Gracie with a broken leg and that the angry, short tempered man who greeted her will be her guide.

Logan is not what Reese planned for or wanted but with no tother options Reese and Logan Gracie's son set out for Reese's trip. Finding themselves bickering more than not Reese can't point what it is about Logan, but the more time they spend together the more Reese begins to care for Logan and that is something else doesn't know how to handle. Getting to know Logan better and better Reese knows logan is hiding a pain from his past and soon they find a friendship Reese couldn't have imagined but more Reese begins to feel more. When Logan shares his feeling for Reese neither can deny or hide how they feel for one another. Soon Reese is falling in love, but falling in love isn't easy after burying a husband. Logan wants it all with Reese and isn't shy in asking, but as they move forward Logan's secrets are revealed and Reese isn't sure she is strong enough to survive this.

As I said at the beginning this was not my typical book but I really enjoyed it, this book was about Reese's journey and her learning to move on. I will say that had this book been about Logan getting over the death of his wife I probably would have never touched it. Yes I know this is double standard and I'm ok with that. Reese was a really nice heroine, who had a lot to deal with including the expectation of others on how she should deal with her grief. Logan was perfect for Reese while Logan was possessive he knew he had to be patient, until he no longer could. He was strong and kind and very loving of Reese.

Having said that I do wish that it hadn't taken so long (book length wise) for Reese to move on. I can't imagine being married to someone and loving them and having your whole life ahead of you only to have that taken away. But book wise I would have liked for their to have been more time with Reese and Logan after she had come to grips with Derek's death so we could have gotten more of just them. Also Reese spends a great deal of time talking to Derek which I get but some more time with her and Logan would have been nice to show more of them falling in love and their growth as a couple. I think that right their showed how great Logan was, most couldn't have been as patient and as understanding as him which was just another way of showing how perfect her was for Reese, and I also believe he was a huge part in her healing and acceptance. But after that I think that was the point of the book and what made it so different. I'm really excited to see how this series progresses and to see what happens next(each book will be about the four Donnelley brothers). This book is also why it is nice to step away from the usual because ever once in a while you find a hidden gem in the ruff.


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Counting Stars Donnelley Brother Book 1 Donnelley Brothers edition by Alannah Carbonneau Literature Fiction eBooks Reviews

This is a peer review.

"Any man that can handle a woman’s tears without feeling it in his heart isn’t a man at all.” Logan in Counting Stars by Alannah Carbonneau.

I must first start off this review by stating this is the first novel I have read from the author and I'm glad I did. Counting Stars was recommended by a friend and I didn't hesitate in reading once the opportunity presented itself. It would be remiss if I didn't say I read glowing reviews of this book and it was the last book added to my TBR but was bumped up to the first slot. I'm so glad I read this story!

Reese is a young woman who endured a trial uncommon for her age. It's a trial that ultimately changed her life. It just proves that our plans may not necessarily coincide with our Maker's. One minute you're here, the next you may not. She went from being happily in love with hopes of a bright future to having her happiness ripped from her in a painful way. After a year coping with tragedy, she decides to pursue an adventure, to do something completely out of the ordinary- transition from city girl to taking a monthly journey deep into the Canadian mountains. Far away from civilization, hot baths and home-cooked meals, Reese decides to become a survivalist- in every sense of the word.

A twist of fate places her in the hands of Logan Donnelly, one of the guides of this mountainous retreat. He is rude, conceited and absolutely gorgeous. But not all things are as they seem. Being a cowboy, born and bred in the mountains by his awesome yet traditional parents, Logan despises city folk, Reese not being an exception. The volatility these two characters experienced filled me with angst and for an author to accomplish that, well done. I was annoyed, irritated yet absolutely turned on. But like Reese, he too has a past- he has every reason be wary of city folk.

Logan is determined to teach Reese how to survive including fishing if she wants to eat. At first, Reese was completely turned off by Logan's arrogance and attitude, not to mention his constant judgement over status as a city girl, but she quickly adapts and fires back with such wit and bravado it made me cheer for her. With time, opposites attract and two people who have a history of heartbreak, like the stars in constellations, unite. Their love blossomed with each turn of the page and I really couldn't put this book down. I wanted more.

The way the author described a kiss gave me goosebumps. To me, kisses are the prelude to something more for they are not insignificant and definitely not inconsequential. A kiss... It all started with a kiss.

Counting Stars is the story of a woman who lost, and found in the most remarkable of places the healing her soul needed and the love her heart deserved. Five Amazing Stars. Thank you for this lovely story Ms. Carbonneau. I eagerly await the sequel. I can't wait to see where this series goes.

Brava.
3 1/2 stars, This is not my typical read, in fact it takes a lot for me to read about a book with a main character in love with their deceased spouse. But that wasn't all that wasn't typical about this book(for me). This book is a very sweet romance but it's also about letting go and about the pain the death of a spouse can cause. And while this wasn't a typical read for me I really liked it. I felt for Reese and all they she had gone though and still struggled with. I was sad for Derek because we get to know him in this book even though he has already passed. And I Loved Logan all moody and broody and and possessive in his own way, but so loving and patient with Reese, in fact I don't think most could have been as patient and understanding.

Married young to her high school sweet heart Reese now finds herself a widow at too young of an age, who can't move past the death of her husband that she blames on herself. Knowing she has to make a change Reese inquires about a tour at The Donnelley’s Wild Land Tour’s. Getting to know one of the owners Gracie, Reese can't wait to get away for a month with Gracie to find peace and finally let go. selling their home and packing up Reese sets out for The Donnelley’s. When she arrives she is shocked to find Gracie with a broken leg and that the angry, short tempered man who greeted her will be her guide.

Logan is not what Reese planned for or wanted but with no tother options Reese and Logan Gracie's son set out for Reese's trip. Finding themselves bickering more than not Reese can't point what it is about Logan, but the more time they spend together the more Reese begins to care for Logan and that is something else doesn't know how to handle. Getting to know Logan better and better Reese knows logan is hiding a pain from his past and soon they find a friendship Reese couldn't have imagined but more Reese begins to feel more. When Logan shares his feeling for Reese neither can deny or hide how they feel for one another. Soon Reese is falling in love, but falling in love isn't easy after burying a husband. Logan wants it all with Reese and isn't shy in asking, but as they move forward Logan's secrets are revealed and Reese isn't sure she is strong enough to survive this.

As I said at the beginning this was not my typical book but I really enjoyed it, this book was about Reese's journey and her learning to move on. I will say that had this book been about Logan getting over the death of his wife I probably would have never touched it. Yes I know this is double standard and I'm ok with that. Reese was a really nice heroine, who had a lot to deal with including the expectation of others on how she should deal with her grief. Logan was perfect for Reese while Logan was possessive he knew he had to be patient, until he no longer could. He was strong and kind and very loving of Reese.

Having said that I do wish that it hadn't taken so long (book length wise) for Reese to move on. I can't imagine being married to someone and loving them and having your whole life ahead of you only to have that taken away. But book wise I would have liked for their to have been more time with Reese and Logan after she had come to grips with Derek's death so we could have gotten more of just them. Also Reese spends a great deal of time talking to Derek which I get but some more time with her and Logan would have been nice to show more of them falling in love and their growth as a couple. I think that right their showed how great Logan was, most couldn't have been as patient and as understanding as him which was just another way of showing how perfect her was for Reese, and I also believe he was a huge part in her healing and acceptance. But after that I think that was the point of the book and what made it so different. I'm really excited to see how this series progresses and to see what happens next(each book will be about the four Donnelley brothers). This book is also why it is nice to step away from the usual because ever once in a while you find a hidden gem in the ruff.