Title: A Little Faith
Author: Emma James
Series: Ocean Beach
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Release Date: 9th October
2014
Cover Design : Jemina
Venter
ABOUT A LITTLE FAITH
“You never know how strong you are until being strong is
the only choice you have.”
~ Bob Marley
Faith was nearly fifteen when her life was torn apart,
she sheltered herself from knowing anything about that fateful
day.
Six years later she is older and stronger and has
decided to confront this sexy brotherhood of hot men she ignored for her own
survival.
Harley, Keanu, Text, Levi and Retro will reveal to Faith
all is not what it seems and she will discover the level of strength these
friends possess.
She will come to realize the secrets they have all been
shielding her from in humorous and emotional ways.
Faith isn’t going back to Dallas in a hurry, not until
she can help those that need her the most.
This is a story of new beginnings, a strong brotherhood
of sexy guys and a love that has been lost along the way. It is a story with
twists and surprises that will tug at your heart as well as make you
laugh.
Humor is a weapon that can only last so long until life
peels the layers back and what is underneath and hurting shows
through.
Faith wasn’t there for them when they needed her, but
she damn well will make sure she is now.
Welcome to Ocean Beach.
Sometimes you just have to have A Little
Faith.
Reader Note: This is a mature aged new adult/adult
contemporary romance with a difference. This novel does not contain abusive
parents, on the contrary. There is no mean girl, no rape or abuse or cheating.
There is however a brotherhood of guys who will make you feel a whole range of
emotions.
This novel does contain strong sexual content for the
mature 18+ reader.
What I will tell you is, this will be a five book series
plus 2 novella's. My style is different. Readers are picking up on it. I’m not
just having boy meets girl in each book and HEA, there is more, much more going
on. This is a series where all characters are strongly involved in each
installment.
Book Review - 5 stars !
A Little Faith is a story with strong direction, well defined characters - outlined with a marvellously written story line and a story driven by a solid plot .
It's filled with love, heartache , friendship and faith.
This story is so realistic - a mixture of heartfelt moments , laugh out loud scenes and such a surreal mix off realism. It will draw you into the pages and into the lives of the characters from Ocean Beach.
Initially to start the first chapter is a tad slowish - the chatter and POV from Chance's perspective is a little slower to roll - but this is needed. I realized after reading and hitting that moment within the story, It gives insight into his character and thoughts as the story flows it makes perfect sense. THis is certainly not a bad thing - the story line keeps you engrossed and hooked till the very last page.
The characters are flawed, real and imperfect. We see a bond between friends that span over the years, a connection and scars within, that need to be healed and answers that need fulfilling.
We see friendships build, love bloom and romance surface. But most of all friendships growing and an understanding between them all.
Emma James paints a vivid picture within her story, both emotionally and physically. As a reader I can see and feel a bond within the characters. Giving the story line depth and definition.
I laughed, I sniffled and my heart was torn reading this story – each and every character having their own story to tell.
Ocean Beach is written from each characters POV – this gives us insight into the minds and thoughts of each character. Once again this gives the story depth – on a different level with each and every one.
This contemporary romance is a journey of remembering, healing and moving forward. Healing scars that are not only on the surface, but scars within.
The sex scenes are smoking and dam sizzling very well written and tantalizing.
The boys of Ocean Beach are all heart throbs, I loved each and every one.
Emma James has written a wonderful debut novel I look forward to more of Ocean Beach and each of the characters stories.
A Little Faith was Un - put - down - able, heart warming, full of faith - despite the heartache and Unforgettable.
It's filled with love, heartache , friendship and faith.
This story is so realistic - a mixture of heartfelt moments , laugh out loud scenes and such a surreal mix off realism. It will draw you into the pages and into the lives of the characters from Ocean Beach.
Initially to start the first chapter is a tad slowish - the chatter and POV from Chance's perspective is a little slower to roll - but this is needed. I realized after reading and hitting that moment within the story, It gives insight into his character and thoughts as the story flows it makes perfect sense. THis is certainly not a bad thing - the story line keeps you engrossed and hooked till the very last page.
The characters are flawed, real and imperfect. We see a bond between friends that span over the years, a connection and scars within, that need to be healed and answers that need fulfilling.
We see friendships build, love bloom and romance surface. But most of all friendships growing and an understanding between them all.
Emma James paints a vivid picture within her story, both emotionally and physically. As a reader I can see and feel a bond within the characters. Giving the story line depth and definition.
I laughed, I sniffled and my heart was torn reading this story – each and every character having their own story to tell.
Ocean Beach is written from each characters POV – this gives us insight into the minds and thoughts of each character. Once again this gives the story depth – on a different level with each and every one.
This contemporary romance is a journey of remembering, healing and moving forward. Healing scars that are not only on the surface, but scars within.
The sex scenes are smoking and dam sizzling very well written and tantalizing.
The boys of Ocean Beach are all heart throbs, I loved each and every one.
Emma James has written a wonderful debut novel I look forward to more of Ocean Beach and each of the characters stories.
A Little Faith was Un - put - down - able, heart warming, full of faith - despite the heartache and Unforgettable.
***BOOK TRAILER***
EXCERPT
FAITH POV
I’m swiveling back and forth, searching the crowd for Harley.
“Hey, short stuff.” A deep voice slices into
my thoughts from over my right shoulder.
I slowly turn
around, meeting Harley’s smiling face. I may have been short once, but now I am
five-foot-eight, not exactly below-average height.
I take in Harley.
He’s tall—six-four, at least—and gorgeous with light brown, short hair; tanned
skin; and does he have some ink work on his arms? I’m normally very curious
about tattoos, but now isn’t the time to look.
I know I’m looking
him up and down, but it’s been so long, and he has changed. The softer boy
features have been replaced by a big, muscular, chiseled man.
I swallow.
“Wow, is that really
you, Harley Madden?” I’m drinking him in. I don’t remember Harley being so big
and buff. His charcoal t-shirt molds tightly to his chest like a second skin. He
wasn’t this muscular the last time I saw him. His belted, black jeans and boots
complete his handsome look that has quite a few people in the crowd appraising
him. He looks a little dangerous in his dark clothing. He would make Will purr
like the cat who got the cream. I must admit, even I’m a little taken back.
He leans in and
grabs me in a bear hug, lifting me off the ground, leaving me a little
breathless. My face is nestled in his neck, catching his scent of cologne and
soap.
Wow.
“Okay, big guy, you
can stop squeezing the life out of me now,” I try to breathe out. He loosens his
hold and slowly let’s go while I take a step back.
“You look amazing,
Harley.” I find myself smiling. It feels good. I was worried about feeling
awkward meeting Harley again after so long, but something just clicks. He was my
brother’s best friend, and I’ve known him all my life. “It’s been a long
time.”
“I could say the
same about you. I might have to start calling you Faith.” He flashes me an
amused grin, showing me perfect, white teeth and a dimple.
The baggage carousel
starts up and everybody squeezes in tighter, trying to jockey for a position to
get their luggage when it appears.
“Whoa!” I’m already
beginning to feel less nervous having Harley here with me when I’m suddenly
knocked off balance. Harley’s left arm snags me around the waist, bringing me up
against his hard side. He shoots the person beside me a dirty look. Some people
really do need to chill out when they travel.
I step away from him
when I notice my case coming towards me.
Harley stops me with
a gentle, firm hand on my arm. “I’ll get it for you, which
one?”
With one, bright
blue suitcase and camera bag in his hands, Harley walks me out the sliding doors
of the airport and we cross to the parking garage.
The sun is shining,
and my grey hoodie jacket is making me too hot. I unzip it, taking it off as I’m
walking, revealing a tight white tank top. Much cooler.
Harley is staring at
my chest and nearly trips over. I roll my eyes. You can never take the boy out
of the man.
“Harley, are you
finished staring?” I laugh a little at the look on his face. “So I grew
up.”
“You certainly did,”
he mutters and looks away. I could have sworn I heard him swear and mumble
something about guard duty.
As we approach his
vehicle, I'm stunned. wow! Harley has a black Hummer. I
do my best to hide how surprised I am.
Harley stows my
luggage in back, and then we climb in and set off.
The Hummer suits
Harley; he is such a big, masculine guy.
“Beautiful car.
Where to James?”
Harley slides on a
pair of vintage aviator Ray Bans, giving me a superstar smile that is a heart
stopper. “La Jolla. I have a place up on Vista De La Playa.” Harley then assures
me we will be at his place in less than half an hour with the lunch time
traffic.
The radio is playing
Florida Georgia Line's “Cruise” with
Nelly. I put my sunglasses on, roll my window down, prop my right arm up on the
open window, and hold onto the outside of the car. I can’t help tapping my
fingers and nodding my head to the beat, quietly singing along as the breeze
blows my hair free.
I can see Harley out
of the corner of my eye, stealing glances and smiling.
We don’t talk,
although it’s not uncomfortable. I think we both have a lot swimming about in
our heads. I’m simply taking it all in, while he knows why I’m here. He knows
this isn’t easy for me.
I pull my phone out
of my bag, take a quick snap of the coastline, and text Mom and Dad, attaching
the pic. I let them know Harley has me, and we are heading to his place now. I
then send Will a text and tell her I’ll chat in a couple days when I have
something to tell her. I don’t hear back straight away.
Holy shit is all I can think the closer we get to Harley’s place. The view of
the beach is incredible. As we drive higher, I’m itching to get my camera out
and ask Harley to pull over so I can take some photos. We are driving past some
beautiful homes, overlooking the coast. It's not long until we make a turn, and
then he drives up a long driveway towards an unbelievable looking
place.
“You sure you got
the right address?” I know my mouth is gaping open.
Harley looks over at
me then reaches out, gently pushing my chin up so my mouth closes.
“What did you do?
Rob a bank!”
Harley lets out a
full blown belly laugh, which makes me turn and stare at him. “No.”
Wow! The Hummer and
now the house, or what I would call a freakin’ big, two-story, contemporary
mansion. It’s beautiful.
And the
view!
This is when I
realize I don’t really know anything about Harley and where these guys have all
ended up.
He sobers up, and I
see him looking at the black and chrome Jeep Cherokee parked farther up the
drive. His hands grip the steering wheel while his jaw tenses.
What now?
Something tells me
I’m going to be meeting the guys sooner rather than later.
“So, is this the
girlfriend, the ex-girlfriend, or the guys?” I joke because that’s all I know
how to do when I feel cornered.
PRAISE FOR A LITTLE
FAITH
What I loved was this story has consumed me in ways I
cannot explain, and has left me wanting more.
- Debb
Lynn
Wow... I'm hooked. I can't wait for the next
book.
- Trisha
Rai , Devoured Words
A Little Faith is a story with strong direction, well
defined characters - outlined with a marvellously written story line and a story
driven by a solid plot .
- Katrina
Hill, Page Flipperz Book Blog
This book goes above and beyond a romance novel. There is
a depth to the story and characters that is often missing in todays
books.
- Sarez
Tomoan
I gave it 5 stars cause it's a wicked read. You had me
crying, laughing, snorting all the way through. Perfect .
- Erin
Daniels, Read and Ramble
I had so many laughs and tears reading this book and for
a debut novel Emma has done a great job. I even read it in a day, could not put
it down. I am so looking forward to Hope is Lost releasing in
December.
- Donna
Miller, Two Peas In A Pod
I love the way Emma has brought these men together and
forged a friendship as tight as brothers. I adore their individual strength and
humor, and I love that they aren’t perfect, not just emotionally, but
physically.
- Kirsty
Dallas, Author
This book was very well written and the story flowed
effortlessly. The characters were all well developed and a solid plot. I'm
looking forward to what Emma has in store for us in the next book in this
series.
- Charlie
Sean, Charlie & Mel’s Book Reviews
Whenever an author writes a debut that captures my
attention , my expectations are high. I have known this author for a while and I
had inkling what she had in store. But when I can say she blew me away and I
wished that I could re-read this book again for the first time. I know that I
have something special in my hands.
- Tash
Mann, Confessions From Romaholics
I honestly wasn't expecting to have such a strong
reaction within the first few chapters of this book. It was insta love for me!
If you've read my reviews in the past, you know how important it is for me to
FEEL something for the characters. Well, I certainly felt enough for Harley,
Retro, Keanu, Levi and Text to be reduced to a sobbing mess 5% in. I adore these
boys! Every. Single. One.
- Brittany
Leathers, A is for Alpha B is for
Books
This is this Author’s debut novel and I must say if this
is how she is starting, dear god hold on to your seats. I think she is going to
take us on a emotional roller coaster and I for one can not
wait.
- Natalie
Neck - Naughty Girls
A beautiful story that moved me to laugh, cry & bite
my lip in all the best ways. I love these Ocean Beach boys & cannot wait to
read more of their journey.
- Jemina
Venter, Book Nerd Fan Girl Designs
This is such an original story. From its unique cast of
characters, whom I'm already so invested in, the multiple POV narration, to the
tragic incident that shaped them all into the people they've become - A Little
Faith is fascinating.
- Brandee
Price, Bookworm Brandee
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AUTHOR PROFILE:
Emma James lives in Queensland, Australia with her smexy
husband, three children and a big black Labrador. Life is busy and most
entertaining in the James household.
Writing has been a part of her life for many years. Life
was getting on and it was time to put her fears aside and do what she does best.
It was time to show readers what she was made of, take that leap off the diving
board and see where it takes her.
Emma is a creative person at heart. She loves to read as
much as write, devouring books into the wee hours of the morning. Who needs
sleep, right? Photography is another great passion of hers.
A Little Faith, the first book released in the Ocean
Beach series is proving to be quite the surprise read of 2014 for contemporary
romance lovers. She hopes you will join her and her sexy brotherhood of
characters.
Because...sometimes you just have to have a little
faith.
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