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Seasons of Love Series by Jayne Townsley | Book Review

Apr. 14, 2022

This entire series thus far has been so good! I really couldn't do it justice with my words, but I will definitely try. Every book just seems to get better and better. While this is another one of those reviews that ended up much later than I had planned because of my health, I will say that I am glad it ended up this way. I was so busy before that I don't think I would have appreciated this series as much as I did. Being forced to slow down allowed me to truly immerse myself in the series and appreciate it for the work of art that it is. 

Seasons of Love Series by Jayne Townsley | Book Reviewfive-stars
Run to You Series: Seasons of Love #1
Genres: Romantic Suspense

A friend of the family has done despicable things and has his eyes set on Rin and she has no idea what he has in store for her.

Rin lost her mother four years after the murder of her best friend on the night of their high school graduation. Although her mother’s death was unexpected, there is nothing suspicious about it whereas Hannah’s death is an open cold case. At least Rin thinks her mother’s death was nothing more than an untimely tragedy. Going on the long dreamed of post-college vacation that she and her friends have been planning since grade school, she hopes to leave the pain behind for a bit and relax in the Florida sunshine.

Kevin loves his life and his job as an Army Ranger. When he and his Army brothers use some well-earned time off to visit Panama City Beach, he’s not expecting to meet the woman who will change his life forever. A woman being hunted by an unknown monster intent on keeping them apart by any means necessary.

Can Kevin keep Rin from Hannah’s fate? Or is it his turn to face loss like Rin?

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This is the author’s first book as well as the beginning of the series, and let me tell you, it kept me on the edge of my seat. We do find out who the bad guy is pretty early in the story, but it doesn’t take anything away from the storyline itself. We still have to take the journey of just how far he will go and what he will do to achieve his goal. I will say, as far as bad guys go, he takes that cake! He is awful and could be a trigger for some readers, so be aware. 

The CRASH crew is pretty great! They are Crystal, Rin, Amy, Sarah, and Hannah, who you’ll find are the heroines in each book, with Hannah being the exception as she is no longer with the group. They do stay in touch with her mother. Trina, Hannah’s mother, had some issues, and with Hannah’s death, the girls have reached out more to help her overcome them. I love that part of the story. When a friend dies, we often forget that others in our lives may also require assistance.

This book focuses on Rin, who is planning to be a teacher, and Kevin, who is an Army Ranger. Since I grew up with them, I love anything with the Rangers! Rin has lost her mother, and, of course, Hannah’s murder has taken its toll on her as well. As a result, she and the rest of the crew travel to Florida for some much-needed rest.Kevin and his buddies are there for a break as well. What neither expected to find was each other or the horrible man hunting Rin. 

This will keep you on the edge of your seat as you find out just how far some people will go to get what they want. I was ready to start biting my nails. I did enjoy this being a clean romance, as I don’t often find that in the books I read. It was rather refreshing. 

This time we get the story of Crystal and Troy. Crystal, of course, is trying to take a break after the murder of her friend Hannah while Troy is with his friends, who include Crystal’s cousin. We do a prologue, and I will say I feel as though you must read the first book to fully understand where we are in this story. While Troy is fighting his demons, Crystal gets to fulfill her dream of going on a television talent show. 

To be honest, there were so many things in this one that I almost gave it fewer stars.I loved the story and Troy was a character that I felt for, especially after his childhood experiences were expalined. I felt like there could have been more, but then after coming to the end, I realized that this was just the way it needed to be. Both characters are well written and they work well together. 

We are up to Sarah, who has a daughter with her abusive ex. She has been working on her relationship with Ben, who also has an ex who was abusive and an alcoholic. Of course, Ben has a son with said ex that he knew nothing about when she left. Just as Sarah and Ben begin to build something good between both exs, they come crashing back into their lives. 

Oh my, this one gave me all the feels. I can definitely feel a connection with Sarah, and learning to trust after being in an abusive relationship is not easy. She has worked so hard to build something for herself and her daughter, only to have her ex come back, thinking he can change all of it. As for Ben, I can only imagine how he must have felt to find out he had a son. If you read no other book in this series, you must read this one It is so well written and Ben and Sarah are the couple to root for. 

five-stars

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  1. Dawn Newberry says

    April 14, 2022 at 9:27 am

    Thank you foe this review.. maybe..:)

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  2. Phyllis Huebbe says

    April 14, 2022 at 11:47 am

    I like the plot line on this book.

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  3. Jayne Townsley says

    April 14, 2022 at 12:43 pm

    Thank you for the lovely reviews, Rita. This really brightened my day!

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  4. heather says

    April 14, 2022 at 2:47 pm

    Oh man do I love getting into a good series and this one looks super good. I love the covers of these book and I really liked reading your review.

    Reply
  5. bn100 says

    April 14, 2022 at 5:19 pm

    haven’t read this

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  6. Eva Millien says

    April 14, 2022 at 7:26 pm

    Seasons of Love sounds like a thrilling series that I will enjoy! Thanks for sharing your reviews and have a super day!

    Reply
  7. Bea LaRocca says

    April 14, 2022 at 11:38 pm

    Thank you for sharing your awesome reviews for these books, I have a copy of Run to You and have added the others to my wish-list, I am looking forward to reading these stories

    Reply
  8. Piroska says

    April 15, 2022 at 12:37 am

    Thanks for your review! The books sounds interesting.

    Reply
  9. Sandra Dufoe says

    April 15, 2022 at 9:15 am

    Sounds like a great series I will have to check it out based on your review.

    Reply
  10. Cindy Merrill says

    April 15, 2022 at 10:43 am

    I always love to read about exciting destinations woven into a story, nice way to escape reality here at home.

    Reply
  11. Adriane says

    April 15, 2022 at 10:30 pm

    Sounds like a good series!

    Reply
  12. CB says

    April 15, 2022 at 10:41 pm

    I think I will check out Run to You

    Reply
  13. Judy Thomas says

    April 17, 2022 at 4:55 am

    It sounds like a great series, thanks for sharing it.

    Reply
  14. Linda says

    April 17, 2022 at 11:40 am

    I love reading first-time authors. This looks like a good blend of romance and thrills.

    Reply
  15. Barrie says

    April 17, 2022 at 12:56 pm

    Looks like it will be a good series. I love a good suspense romance!

    Reply
  16. Adriane says

    May 4, 2022 at 3:27 am

    Sounds like a great series!

    Reply
  17. Colleen Debs says

    May 8, 2022 at 12:00 pm

    Great review

    Reply
  18. Phyllis Huebbe says

    May 11, 2022 at 1:25 pm

    This sounds like an incredible series of books

    Reply
  19. Anita C says

    May 12, 2022 at 3:55 pm

    In Your Eyes is a book I would love to read. The synopsis intrigued me. Your review stateted the bad guy is revealed early in the book, I hope that doesn;’t ruin the read

    Reply
  20. Melanie B says

    May 13, 2022 at 10:49 am

    Sounds like a really good series to check out!

    Reply
  21. Nichole says

    May 15, 2022 at 9:38 am

    This looks like it will be a great series. Thank you for the fabulous review. I’m looking forward to reading this one.

    Reply
  22. CB says

    May 15, 2022 at 12:41 pm

    Really enjoying reading this series so far!

    Reply
  23. Aline Azevedo says

    February 15, 2023 at 10:08 pm

    Sounds interesting! Thanks for the honest review!

    Reply
  24. Elizabeth says

    May 30, 2023 at 12:07 pm

    Sounds like a compelling (iF sometimes heartrending) series!

    Reply
  25. Adriane says

    July 7, 2023 at 9:47 pm

    always up for an “edge of my seat” read!

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