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romancejunkie1025's review
4.0
fast paced but sweet with some fun little tidbits and hits at future stories
jonetta's review
4.0
See the complete series review on The Book Nympho
Throughout the series, Ari Chandler told both her partners that it's their destiny to meet The One. With each of them, she used her intuitive skills stemming from her Native American heritage to put their mates to the test. When she literally is run over by Luke McBain on a remote property, Ari recognizes him as her "The One," not knowing he's Gussie's long, lost brother. But, he's there to manage the construction of a mansion on property Ari believes is sacred. There's quite a bit of suspense with this one, too, as there's lots at stake with this property. As Ari and Luke, who also has a murky past, try to grapple with whether what they're feeling is real, they must also contend with outside dark forces in the meantime.
It's a lovely story and, like the others, incredibly romantic and sensual without being graphic. This was a fitting end to the series.
(I received an ARC from the author in exchange for an honest review)
Throughout the series, Ari Chandler told both her partners that it's their destiny to meet The One. With each of them, she used her intuitive skills stemming from her Native American heritage to put their mates to the test. When she literally is run over by Luke McBain on a remote property, Ari recognizes him as her "The One," not knowing he's Gussie's long, lost brother. But, he's there to manage the construction of a mansion on property Ari believes is sacred. There's quite a bit of suspense with this one, too, as there's lots at stake with this property. As Ari and Luke, who also has a murky past, try to grapple with whether what they're feeling is real, they must also contend with outside dark forces in the meantime.
It's a lovely story and, like the others, incredibly romantic and sensual without being graphic. This was a fitting end to the series.
(I received an ARC from the author in exchange for an honest review)
booksuperpower's review
5.0
Barefoot in Pearls by Roxanne St. Claire is a 2015 South Street Publishing release. I was provided a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This is the third in the Barefoot Bay Brides trilogy, but can be read as a stand alone.
Karma, Fate, Destiny, call it what you will, but Arielle and Luke were meant to be. The instant Luke ran right over Ari and their eyes met, she knew... Luke was “ the one”. Don't believe in love at first sight? This story just might change your mind.
Ari is one quarter American Indian. She had a very close relationship with grandmother- “Grandma Good Bear”. She promised her grandmother she would wait for the right guy, “the one”, and so for two years she has been celibate. But, both of her best friends are now either married or about to be, and she is really starting to wonder if that guy is ever going to show up.
Luke really knows how to make an entrance into a person's life. While Arielle thought their meeting was proof her intuitions were right, Luke looked at it as mere coincidence. While Ari was convinced he was the one she has been waiting for, Luke is hell bent on avoiding anything that resembles love. That's not all that is impeding their relationship though. Luke is about to begin work on a piece of land that Arielle believes could be sacred. Luke needs the work, putting Ari in a difficult spot. Determined to do the right thing, Luke stalls the project.
In the meantime, he and Ari have some investigating to do, as well as some hard core soul searching.
I really enjoyed this story. Arielle, named after “The Little Mermaid”, has “feelings” about things and people that are uncanny, and while she isn't always right, for the most part she has a real knack for reading people. She is kind of offbeat, but is principled and sticks by those beliefs even when they are not popular, which I really admired.
Luke.. well my goodness! This guy's back story is really something. It's no wonder he is a little shy about getting involved with anyone. So, he fights against Ari's feelings that they belong together. One part of him knows she is right, but the other part of him is too afraid to admit it. He winds up being his own worse enemy sometimes.
The Native American backdrop was a nice touch. I love cultural stories because they add a deeper level of interest.
I also enjoyed the level of suspense when it seems Ari's probing may have stirred up some trouble for herself and Luke. What was on that piece of land that someone didn't want discovered and to what lengths would they go to keep Ari from upsetting their plans?
So, this story has a little something for everyone. A sweet and sensual love story, danger and suspense, and a little bit of a paranormal element, as well as humor. Luke can be really funny especially when trying to keep names straight. I loved, loved, loved the deeply romantic ending, giving all the naysayers out there regarding soul mates and love at first sight something to think about. 5 stars!
This is the third in the Barefoot Bay Brides trilogy, but can be read as a stand alone.
Karma, Fate, Destiny, call it what you will, but Arielle and Luke were meant to be. The instant Luke ran right over Ari and their eyes met, she knew... Luke was “ the one”. Don't believe in love at first sight? This story just might change your mind.
Ari is one quarter American Indian. She had a very close relationship with grandmother- “Grandma Good Bear”. She promised her grandmother she would wait for the right guy, “the one”, and so for two years she has been celibate. But, both of her best friends are now either married or about to be, and she is really starting to wonder if that guy is ever going to show up.
Luke really knows how to make an entrance into a person's life. While Arielle thought their meeting was proof her intuitions were right, Luke looked at it as mere coincidence. While Ari was convinced he was the one she has been waiting for, Luke is hell bent on avoiding anything that resembles love. That's not all that is impeding their relationship though. Luke is about to begin work on a piece of land that Arielle believes could be sacred. Luke needs the work, putting Ari in a difficult spot. Determined to do the right thing, Luke stalls the project.
In the meantime, he and Ari have some investigating to do, as well as some hard core soul searching.
I really enjoyed this story. Arielle, named after “The Little Mermaid”, has “feelings” about things and people that are uncanny, and while she isn't always right, for the most part she has a real knack for reading people. She is kind of offbeat, but is principled and sticks by those beliefs even when they are not popular, which I really admired.
Luke.. well my goodness! This guy's back story is really something. It's no wonder he is a little shy about getting involved with anyone. So, he fights against Ari's feelings that they belong together. One part of him knows she is right, but the other part of him is too afraid to admit it. He winds up being his own worse enemy sometimes.
The Native American backdrop was a nice touch. I love cultural stories because they add a deeper level of interest.
I also enjoyed the level of suspense when it seems Ari's probing may have stirred up some trouble for herself and Luke. What was on that piece of land that someone didn't want discovered and to what lengths would they go to keep Ari from upsetting their plans?
So, this story has a little something for everyone. A sweet and sensual love story, danger and suspense, and a little bit of a paranormal element, as well as humor. Luke can be really funny especially when trying to keep names straight. I loved, loved, loved the deeply romantic ending, giving all the naysayers out there regarding soul mates and love at first sight something to think about. 5 stars!
shell74's review
5.0
“I’m afraid you’ve put a spell on me.”
She closed her eyes. “Please don’t make fun of me right now.”
…”I’m not.” Pulling her close, he kissed her cheek, his lips so soft and sweet she wanted to moan. “That’s the scary thing.”
With every new Barefoot Bay story that author Roxanne St. Claire gives us, I fall more and more in love with the people and the area. There must be something special in the air in the Florida Keys to inspire such romance. And I, for one, hope it doesn’t change anytime soon.
I’m a bit sad to see this particular trilogy end because I LOVE the three bridal consultants we’ve met and their spunky can-do attitudes. However, I’m sure we’ll be seeing them in the next spinoff, The Barefoot Bay Undercover series, which will mix romance with a bit of suspense and adventure. How good does that sound?
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She closed her eyes. “Please don’t make fun of me right now.”
…”I’m not.” Pulling her close, he kissed her cheek, his lips so soft and sweet she wanted to moan. “That’s the scary thing.”
With every new Barefoot Bay story that author Roxanne St. Claire gives us, I fall more and more in love with the people and the area. There must be something special in the air in the Florida Keys to inspire such romance. And I, for one, hope it doesn’t change anytime soon.
I’m a bit sad to see this particular trilogy end because I LOVE the three bridal consultants we’ve met and their spunky can-do attitudes. However, I’m sure we’ll be seeing them in the next spinoff, The Barefoot Bay Undercover series, which will mix romance with a bit of suspense and adventure. How good does that sound?
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mslizalou's review
5.0
I loved this story so much!!!
I'm a huge fan of Roxanne St. Claire and count down each new release. I love her Barefoot Bay books and was so excited she extended her time in Barefoot Bay with the Barefoot Bay Brides series.
I absolutely loved Barefoot in Pearls. I knew it would take a special man to accept Arielle for who she was and I loved it was Luke McBain. First let me just say I loved that Luke calls her Arielle rather than Ari like everyone else. It made me fall pretty hard for Luke early on. Of course the fact that Ari knew Luke was "The One" when they first ran into one another was pretty romantic as well.
I love the twist and turns put in place to make Luke and Ari realize how much they loved one another. From the land she wants to preserve and he wants to demolish to his history from the French Foreign Legion. I loved that pragmatic Luke felt all that Ari was feeling yet didn't want to really voice those feelings the way she did.
I honestly didn't know what to expect from Luke when it came to dealing with the land issues. He wanted to stay in Florida so much, yet I felt his character would never do anything underhanded just to get the outcome he wanted. I think the more Luke supported Ari, the more I came to love him.
Barefoot in Pearls was an absolutely perfect read for me. I loved the romance and the suspense elements added to this story. I especially loved the set up for the next series of books from Roxanne St. Claire. I started with her romantic suspense books with the Bullet Catchers and can't wait to read the next adventure to take place in Barefoot Bay.
I'm a huge fan of Roxanne St. Claire and count down each new release. I love her Barefoot Bay books and was so excited she extended her time in Barefoot Bay with the Barefoot Bay Brides series.
I absolutely loved Barefoot in Pearls. I knew it would take a special man to accept Arielle for who she was and I loved it was Luke McBain. First let me just say I loved that Luke calls her Arielle rather than Ari like everyone else. It made me fall pretty hard for Luke early on. Of course the fact that Ari knew Luke was "The One" when they first ran into one another was pretty romantic as well.
I love the twist and turns put in place to make Luke and Ari realize how much they loved one another. From the land she wants to preserve and he wants to demolish to his history from the French Foreign Legion. I loved that pragmatic Luke felt all that Ari was feeling yet didn't want to really voice those feelings the way she did.
I honestly didn't know what to expect from Luke when it came to dealing with the land issues. He wanted to stay in Florida so much, yet I felt his character would never do anything underhanded just to get the outcome he wanted. I think the more Luke supported Ari, the more I came to love him.
Barefoot in Pearls was an absolutely perfect read for me. I loved the romance and the suspense elements added to this story. I especially loved the set up for the next series of books from Roxanne St. Claire. I started with her romantic suspense books with the Bullet Catchers and can't wait to read the next adventure to take place in Barefoot Bay.
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