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The Spark
Algunas chispas prenden llamas Autumn regresa de un viaje en avión y al abrir la maleta descubre que contiene ropa de hombre. Se ha confundido al recoger el equipaje, así que llama al número que aparece en la etiqueta para ver si esa persona tiene su maleta. Responde un hombre de voz grave y sexy. Su nombre es Donovan y tiene su maleta, así que deciden verse en una cafetería para intercambiárselas. Un café lleva al postre, y el postre a un fin de semana juntos. Pero Autumn no está preparada para una relación y desaparece de la casa de Donovan sin decir nada. En Nueva York, donde viven ocho millones de personas, ¿qué posibilidades había de volver a encontrárselo un año después… justo cuando Autumn había empezado a salir con el jefe de Donovan? Una novela adictiva de la autora best seller del New York Times y el USA Today
340 pages, Paperback
Published July 12, 2021
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Vi Keeland
126 books33.5k followersVi Keeland is a #1 New York Times, #1 Wall Street Journal, and
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August 25, 2021
wow. thank goodness donovan works out (see cover) because he carried this entire story completely on his own.*
VKs love interests are always swoon-worthy, but donovan is the total package. he smart, funny, kind, patient, good-looking, humble, understanding, and generous. its not difficult to fall for him and he brings so much to the story.
autumn on the other hand… she adds nothing to it. she has past trauma, is a social worker, and loves watching the bachelor. thats it. thats her entire personality. i cant even begin to tell you why donovan was into her because shes just so… bland.
VKs is beyond capable of creating great chemisty between her characters, usually because they both have something to offer. for a book called ‘the spark,’ im surprised to read something that is so one sided. thank goodness donovans side is more than enough.
this is a good book if you need something fun and quick to pass the time but, in terms of characters, its unfortunately lacking the high quality of VKs previous novels.
*the rating is for him and him alone.
↠ 3.5 stars
VKs love interests are always swoon-worthy, but donovan is the total package. he smart, funny, kind, patient, good-looking, humble, understanding, and generous. its not difficult to fall for him and he brings so much to the story.
autumn on the other hand… she adds nothing to it. she has past trauma, is a social worker, and loves watching the bachelor. thats it. thats her entire personality. i cant even begin to tell you why donovan was into her because shes just so… bland.
VKs is beyond capable of creating great chemisty between her characters, usually because they both have something to offer. for a book called ‘the spark,’ im surprised to read something that is so one sided. thank goodness donovans side is more than enough.
this is a good book if you need something fun and quick to pass the time but, in terms of characters, its unfortunately lacking the high quality of VKs previous novels.
*the rating is for him and him alone.
↠ 3.5 stars
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December 16, 2022
3.5 Stars
I think Donovan Decker is my favorite VK hero. He’s a total catch! His personality matches his good looks. (I had no problem picturing the guy on the cover as the hero, did you?) The only downside to this book is that he’s paired with one of the most difficult heroines (in the history of romance) I’ve ever read about with chronic trust & commitment issues; AND this story is missing that oomph factor that this author’s books always seem to be lacking.
I think what I enjoyed the most out of this was seeing all the ways Decker was being swoon-worthy and next to perfect as well as the dynamics between him, Bud, and Storm. The duo (Decker & Storm) reminded me of Jake & Rory from ‘Sustained.’ Read this book if you want a pining hero who’s not afraid to pull all the stops to get the girl of his dreams―not in a creepy, psycho kind of way of course, but sweetly, gently, patiently, and determinedly.
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I think Donovan Decker is my favorite VK hero. He’s a total catch! His personality matches his good looks. (I had no problem picturing the guy on the cover as the hero, did you?) The only downside to this book is that he’s paired with one of the most difficult heroines (in the history of romance) I’ve ever read about with chronic trust & commitment issues; AND this story is missing that oomph factor that this author’s books always seem to be lacking.
I think what I enjoyed the most out of this was seeing all the ways Decker was being swoon-worthy and next to perfect as well as the dynamics between him, Bud, and Storm. The duo (Decker & Storm) reminded me of Jake & Rory from ‘Sustained.’ Read this book if you want a pining hero who’s not afraid to pull all the stops to get the girl of his dreams―not in a creepy, psycho kind of way of course, but sweetly, gently, patiently, and determinedly.
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July 1, 2021
Donovan has now taken my top spot as favorite Vi Keeland hero. So much heart and heat in this one...and some of the best character development I have read. Can't wait for you all to meet Donovan and Autumn!
July 11, 2021
Well i was wondering how long it would take me to find a book with an annoying h and there it was. 😂 I was srsly thinking about dnfing this couple of times bc of her.
It had an interesting premise with them swapping their luggage and then spending a whole weekend together(not having sex btw) even tho that was only told and not shown. That was the first thing that bothered me bc i wanted to read about their time together and their connection and not only read like what happened in 4 sentences.
The h also ghosted him after this so we have like 10 months later when they finally meet again.
The H is a lawyer and she is a social worker and they meet when they are on a case together. She is also dating his partner from his law firm and i hated her hot and cold behaviour so muchhhh!!!
The H was very persistent and he openly told her all the time that he is interested in her but she has some issues and don't want a serious relationship but strings him along all the time. I honestly fell bad for the H, he didn't deserve this and don't know what he saw in her.🤷♀️ Also i felt that he was much more into her then she was into him.
She goes to a barbecue party with her bf, sees the H with another girl, she is immediately so jealous and then she kisses him on that same very party and acts like a bitch later saying that she didn't cheat on her bf bc she ISN'T SURE if they are even exclusive.
And then she tells him she needs a break from the H and is best if they didn't see eachother anymore!😂😂😂
The H was a sweetheart honestly, he really chased her, in a lot of situations i would be like yesss i love when the man grovels and chases but here not so much, she didn't deserve him at all.
I understand something traumatic happened to her in past but that didn't excuse her shitty behaviour.😡
Then in the second half she finally started to become more tolerable, she finally broke up with the bf, started to open up i even started to sympathise with her and she left him again in the end!😡
"I swiped my phone to off and sat at my desk. It was nine o’clock at night, and a few people were still milling around the office, but I didn’t give a fuck. I cried like a baby."
Poor guy.
I don't even care how many times i wrote in this review but SHE DID NOT DESERVE HIM!
It had an interesting premise with them swapping their luggage and then spending a whole weekend together(not having sex btw) even tho that was only told and not shown. That was the first thing that bothered me bc i wanted to read about their time together and their connection and not only read like what happened in 4 sentences.
The h also ghosted him after this so we have like 10 months later when they finally meet again.
The H is a lawyer and she is a social worker and they meet when they are on a case together. She is also dating his partner from his law firm and i hated her hot and cold behaviour so muchhhh!!!
The H was very persistent and he openly told her all the time that he is interested in her but she has some issues and don't want a serious relationship but strings him along all the time. I honestly fell bad for the H, he didn't deserve this and don't know what he saw in her.🤷♀️ Also i felt that he was much more into her then she was into him.
She goes to a barbecue party with her bf, sees the H with another girl, she is immediately so jealous and then she kisses him on that same very party and acts like a bitch later saying that she didn't cheat on her bf bc she ISN'T SURE if they are even exclusive.
And then she tells him she needs a break from the H and is best if they didn't see eachother anymore!😂😂😂
The H was a sweetheart honestly, he really chased her, in a lot of situations i would be like yesss i love when the man grovels and chases but here not so much, she didn't deserve him at all.
I understand something traumatic happened to her in past but that didn't excuse her shitty behaviour.😡
Then in the second half she finally started to become more tolerable, she finally broke up with the bf, started to open up i even started to sympathise with her and she left him again in the end!😡
"I swiped my phone to off and sat at my desk. It was nine o’clock at night, and a few people were still milling around the office, but I didn’t give a fuck. I cried like a baby."
Poor guy.
I don't even care how many times i wrote in this review but SHE DID NOT DESERVE HIM!
August 13, 2021
***3 STARS***
I really went into this one with high hopes because I love Vi Keeland’s books and especially her heroes.
This was a DNF for me for many reasons but first let me say I loved loved the hero Donovan. His personality was perfect. He wasn’t an alpha per se but did take care of things. He was sweet and head over heels for the heroine which is why I couldn’t get more than halfway the book because the heroine
This is a standalone and the lowest I have ever rated this author’s books but I can’t deal with cheating in any form.
I really went into this one with high hopes because I love Vi Keeland’s books and especially her heroes.
This was a DNF for me for many reasons but first let me say I loved loved the hero Donovan. His personality was perfect. He wasn’t an alpha per se but did take care of things. He was sweet and head over heels for the heroine which is why I couldn’t get more than halfway the book because the heroine
This is a standalone and the lowest I have ever rated this author’s books but I can’t deal with cheating in any form.
August 27, 2021
"Now none of those things seem important. I don’t need more money, more recognition, more anything. All I need is you."
I finished this book in 24 hours because I needed to. I needed to know how it ended, and its ending made me happy. Happy for all the people out there who've had it rough in their childhood, or in their teens and 20s, and who have managed to rise above it all, fight for what they want, and make it. And find love in the process.
"Donovan made me want—want more, to take more risks, to trust again, to believe the world could change and be a good place. It physically hurt to keep trying to stomp all of those feelings down."
Donovan carries the whole book for me. In a word, he's incredible. He's a lawyer, and he has a lot of money, but he's so much more than that. Life was hard for him growing up, and he had to fight hard for everything he has. He's so thoughtful, and so giving, so concerned and protective, and so... I don't even even have the words. He got through to me, and he felt real to me. If you know me, you know that's a huge compliment. Donovan is definitely in my Top 10 heroes of 2021.
"'Why does it feel so damn wrong to get out of this car without kissing you goodnight?'"
Full disclosure, Autumn got on my nerves during part of the book, because I didn't get her. Until I understood where she was coming from, and what happened in her life. It's not that she didn't like Donovan, but that she liked him too much. Trauma messes up your brain, and makes you unable to trust, yourself or others. Once I understood her, it all made sense. And she felt real to me, too.
“Do you think a kiss can be better than sex?”
“If you’d asked me that a year ago, I probably would have said no.” I let my head fall back against the back of the couch again, enjoying the moment.
“And now?”
“Now I think a kiss can feel like oxygen when I’m unable to breathe.”
Donovan and Autumn meet because she took his suitcase by mistake. The story spawns from that meeting at a coffee shop, because it's all there from the beginning. It's actually there for both of them, but it's the guy who has it bad, it's the guy who shows it, and it's the guy who wants and needs more. It's the guy who is patient and waits. This felt refreshing to me.
"I like that you kept something around that reminded you of me.” (...)“It means while your mind wanted nothing more to do with me, your heart did. (...) “The heart always wins in the end.”
After spending a weekend together, Autumn disappears, and Donovan has to accept it and move on. Only he really doesn't, because she's always at the back of his mind, since he can't stop thinking about her. The picture he has on his phone was the sweetest thing in the world for me. All the details he remembers. And when they meet again, out of the blue, he knows he can't let her go again.
Side note: some people are caught up in the fact that she's seeing someone else when they meet again. I say, let it go. Cheating is a trigger for me, but it didn't feel like cheating because there were no feelings involved. They were casually seeing each other for the company, and apparently for him to have someone to take to office parties. Didn't bother me one bit.
"I have never been more interested in a woman in my life. Whether you wanted me or not, you’ve had me for the last year, Autumn."
This is a slow burn story, and I think it had to be, because it just makes sense with these characters.
Donovan has his past, and the way he was brought up, which was heartbreaking. And Autumn has a lot more baggage than that, so this could never be an easygoing, fast, and carefree love story. It's a process. It takes time, it takes patience, and it takes love. Vi Keeland gives them life just the right way.
"Love is…enough. None of the other things are important when you find the right person. You’re in my heart, Autumn—hell, you own my heart."
The spark in the title is there from the get-go, and it ignited them both. You know their happily ever after is not going to come easily, but you know it will be worth it in the end. Donovan definitely knew it too, and it's his heart and his love that battle her dragons and win it all.
It's more than a story about finding love – it's about overcoming the things that have broken you. It's about waiting for love, learning how to tend to it, and how to keep it, and about learning how to let go and being happy.
If you haven't realized it by now, yes, I loved it. One of my top reads of 2021.
I finished this book in 24 hours because I needed to. I needed to know how it ended, and its ending made me happy. Happy for all the people out there who've had it rough in their childhood, or in their teens and 20s, and who have managed to rise above it all, fight for what they want, and make it. And find love in the process.
"Donovan made me want—want more, to take more risks, to trust again, to believe the world could change and be a good place. It physically hurt to keep trying to stomp all of those feelings down."
Donovan carries the whole book for me. In a word, he's incredible. He's a lawyer, and he has a lot of money, but he's so much more than that. Life was hard for him growing up, and he had to fight hard for everything he has. He's so thoughtful, and so giving, so concerned and protective, and so... I don't even even have the words. He got through to me, and he felt real to me. If you know me, you know that's a huge compliment. Donovan is definitely in my Top 10 heroes of 2021.
"'Why does it feel so damn wrong to get out of this car without kissing you goodnight?'"
Full disclosure, Autumn got on my nerves during part of the book, because I didn't get her. Until I understood where she was coming from, and what happened in her life. It's not that she didn't like Donovan, but that she liked him too much. Trauma messes up your brain, and makes you unable to trust, yourself or others. Once I understood her, it all made sense. And she felt real to me, too.
“Do you think a kiss can be better than sex?”
“If you’d asked me that a year ago, I probably would have said no.” I let my head fall back against the back of the couch again, enjoying the moment.
“And now?”
“Now I think a kiss can feel like oxygen when I’m unable to breathe.”
Donovan and Autumn meet because she took his suitcase by mistake. The story spawns from that meeting at a coffee shop, because it's all there from the beginning. It's actually there for both of them, but it's the guy who has it bad, it's the guy who shows it, and it's the guy who wants and needs more. It's the guy who is patient and waits. This felt refreshing to me.
"I like that you kept something around that reminded you of me.” (...)“It means while your mind wanted nothing more to do with me, your heart did. (...) “The heart always wins in the end.”
After spending a weekend together, Autumn disappears, and Donovan has to accept it and move on. Only he really doesn't, because she's always at the back of his mind, since he can't stop thinking about her. The picture he has on his phone was the sweetest thing in the world for me. All the details he remembers. And when they meet again, out of the blue, he knows he can't let her go again.
Side note: some people are caught up in the fact that she's seeing someone else when they meet again. I say, let it go. Cheating is a trigger for me, but it didn't feel like cheating because there were no feelings involved. They were casually seeing each other for the company, and apparently for him to have someone to take to office parties. Didn't bother me one bit.
"I have never been more interested in a woman in my life. Whether you wanted me or not, you’ve had me for the last year, Autumn."
This is a slow burn story, and I think it had to be, because it just makes sense with these characters.
Donovan has his past, and the way he was brought up, which was heartbreaking. And Autumn has a lot more baggage than that, so this could never be an easygoing, fast, and carefree love story. It's a process. It takes time, it takes patience, and it takes love. Vi Keeland gives them life just the right way.
"Love is…enough. None of the other things are important when you find the right person. You’re in my heart, Autumn—hell, you own my heart."
The spark in the title is there from the get-go, and it ignited them both. You know their happily ever after is not going to come easily, but you know it will be worth it in the end. Donovan definitely knew it too, and it's his heart and his love that battle her dragons and win it all.
It's more than a story about finding love – it's about overcoming the things that have broken you. It's about waiting for love, learning how to tend to it, and how to keep it, and about learning how to let go and being happy.
If you haven't realized it by now, yes, I loved it. One of my top reads of 2021.
July 7, 2021
'THE SPARK' Is a full length romance book by Vi Keeland. Spoken in 'Dual Perspectives.'
Other than the the eye candy on the cover and who the author is I couldn't wait to start this once it landed on my ipad. And once opened and started there was no turning back, this slow burn got its hooks into me and I devoured it. It's probably by far one of my favourites by this author, the characters, the storyline, made for such a perfect book on this winters day. My heart was full, the feels warmed me up, and there's absolutely nothing I would change about this book.
This reads exactly how the 'Synopsis' states, after a girls trip in Vegas celebrating a bachelorette party arriving back home, twenty-eight year old Autumn mistakenly picks up the wrong bag off the carousel.
The name on the tag reads Donovan Decker. They agree to meet over coffee at the nearest star-bucks to exchange bags. One thing leads to another and she ends up at his apartment for the weekend. Then once the weekend is over so is there time together, he wakes up to an empty bed and apartment. She'd ghosted him. No note. Nothing...He frequents the star-bucks they met at but he never sees her again.
One year goes by and she's still on his mind.
He's been assigned a pro-bono case and she's the boys social worker, that 'spark' they shared 'that weekend' is still there. BUT she's dating his boss.
And god don't get me started on Donovan, there were so many layers to him which I loved, there was so much depth, he embodies everything us girls chase in our romance books.
Autumn doesn't trust too easily and only dates guys where no emotional strings get attached, she's afraid to give her heart over to another, her story is raw and explains so much about her character, around Donovan she slowly comes into her own and it's so beautiful to see her unravelling.
July 12, 2021
So, the blurb only described what happened in the first chapter. The whole meeting part of course.
Fast forward 10 months later, the story began. I have to admit, I'm one of those where cheating trope (in any kind of form) is a big nono. Hence why maybe I couldn't enjoy this book more than I could. No matter how 'Dick'ish the om was. Sure, it was casual; sure, it was not serious. Just don't go down that road.
Unfortunately, this went on half of the book. I kinda hope she broke it off the moment she realized there is something unfinished with our hero. Alas, it took her sometimes to let Dick go.
Our hero? Except when he was flirting with his boss's girlfriend and jeopardizing his career, he's pretty much a saint and the perfect boyfriend you'll ever want. No kidding. He's too perfect. He said the right thing all the time.
In the end, this book isn't for me. Even without the cheating part, I feel like this book is missing something. It kinda hit all the right note of what a contemporary romance should be but there is something lacking about it. I don't know how to describe it.
Fast forward 10 months later, the story began. I have to admit, I'm one of those where cheating trope (in any kind of form) is a big nono. Hence why maybe I couldn't enjoy this book more than I could. No matter how 'Dick'ish the om was. Sure, it was casual; sure, it was not serious. Just don't go down that road.
Unfortunately, this went on half of the book. I kinda hope she broke it off the moment she realized there is something unfinished with our hero. Alas, it took her sometimes to let Dick go.
Our hero? Except when he was flirting with his boss's girlfriend and jeopardizing his career, he's pretty much a saint and the perfect boyfriend you'll ever want. No kidding. He's too perfect. He said the right thing all the time.
In the end, this book isn't for me. Even without the cheating part, I feel like this book is missing something. It kinda hit all the right note of what a contemporary romance should be but there is something lacking about it. I don't know how to describe it.
July 20, 2021
2 stars ⭐️
The fact that this is the longest it's taken me to a read a book in a while explains a lot. It wasn't even bad, it was just boring and a bunch of things really got on my nerves.
⚠️ Spoilers below ⚠️
Autumn (h) and Donovan (H) met when Autumn accidentally grabbed Donovan's luggage at the airport. When they meet to swap, they really hit it off and spend the weekend together. It's unclear what actually happens during this weekend besides them sleeping in the same bed together and oral sex. Now I say it's unclear because there's a time jump after they meet to swap luggages...
Random time jumps without context are one of the most annoying things ever. Like Autumn and Donovan really liked each other after this weekend, but as a reader weren't able to see this crush take place since it skipped over it.
OM drama and emotional/physical cheating. When Autumn and Donovan finally meet again, 10 months after, Donovan finds out that Autumn is dating his boss. Donovan doesn't stop pursuing Autumn and constantly explains that he has feelings for her, but Autumn seemed to always be leading Donovan on with her words and actions. Like she tells him that she doesn't want to be in a relationship with him and then gets jealous when Donovan is talking to a girl at a party that was at with her BOYFRIEND.
Actually, the worst part is when she explains to Donovan the nature of their relationship...
And proceeds to cheat on her boyfriend by making out with Donovan and confessing her feelings to him at the same party I mentioned before...THEN when talking about what happened she says this...
One minute she's saying they're exclusive and he's my boyfriend the next she's saying they're only 'casual'??? You can't justify cheating by changing your words afterwards boo
Autumn is also constantly ghosting the hero. Listen I get that she had a ton of baggage, her ex-boyfriend assaulted and raped her, and everyone handles trauma differently, but damn this woman is so flaky. After their weekend together, Autumn leaves Donovan alone in his apartment without any way to contact her.
Also, when Autumn and Donovan happen across her rapist, Donovan beats his ass up. Which I was absolutely living for...until OF COURSE, Autumn ghosted him again for over a week 🙄 Like he was arrested, facing a felony charge, a possible civil suit, and his opportunity of becoming a partner at his law firm was at risk (which he did lose btw) and the girl couldn't even answer his phone calls...
Donovan is kinda perfect, maybe too perfect. If you're into perfect heroes that will do anything for the heroine even if it means losing his job and going to prison than this is for you. It just makes no sense to me why someone would pursue a taken woman who doesn't want them and is dating the man that could give you what you've been working toward for SEVEN YEARS.
The cliché-ness of this also made me roll my eyes. Because of Autumn's rape she had a lot of issues with commitment, giving control over, and insomnia, but OF COURSE nothing could solve these things until Donovan. That really gave me After vibes with the whole 'I couldn't sleep until you slept next to me' bullshit
Why 2 stars and not 1? There were a some moments that I really liked, for example
exhibit a)
Autumn's friend interrogating Donovan before their first date
exhibit b)
Donovan and Autumn talking about limits during sex
Like that was kind of hot idk
The fact that this is the longest it's taken me to a read a book in a while explains a lot. It wasn't even bad, it was just boring and a bunch of things really got on my nerves.
⚠️ Spoilers below ⚠️
Autumn (h) and Donovan (H) met when Autumn accidentally grabbed Donovan's luggage at the airport. When they meet to swap, they really hit it off and spend the weekend together. It's unclear what actually happens during this weekend besides them sleeping in the same bed together and oral sex. Now I say it's unclear because there's a time jump after they meet to swap luggages...
Random time jumps without context are one of the most annoying things ever. Like Autumn and Donovan really liked each other after this weekend, but as a reader weren't able to see this crush take place since it skipped over it.
OM drama and emotional/physical cheating. When Autumn and Donovan finally meet again, 10 months after, Donovan finds out that Autumn is dating his boss. Donovan doesn't stop pursuing Autumn and constantly explains that he has feelings for her, but Autumn seemed to always be leading Donovan on with her words and actions. Like she tells him that she doesn't want to be in a relationship with him and then gets jealous when Donovan is talking to a girl at a party that was at with her BOYFRIEND.
Jealousy coursed through my veins. I knew it was absolutely ridiculous, considering I was standing with another man’s arm wrapped around me. But logic didn’t change what I felt.
Actually, the worst part is when she explains to Donovan the nature of their relationship...
"So you two of you aren't exclusive, then?"
"It's exclusive for me."
And proceeds to cheat on her boyfriend by making out with Donovan and confessing her feelings to him at the same party I mentioned before...THEN when talking about what happened she says this...
"I’m not worried about me, Donovan. Yes, it’s a shitty thing to do when I’m here with another man, and I’ll be mortified. But things with Blake are casual. You will lose your job, though."
One minute she's saying they're exclusive and he's my boyfriend the next she's saying they're only 'casual'??? You can't justify cheating by changing your words afterwards boo
Autumn is also constantly ghosting the hero. Listen I get that she had a ton of baggage, her ex-boyfriend assaulted and raped her, and everyone handles trauma differently, but damn this woman is so flaky. After their weekend together, Autumn leaves Donovan alone in his apartment without any way to contact her.
Also, when Autumn and Donovan happen across her rapist, Donovan beats his ass up. Which I was absolutely living for...until OF COURSE, Autumn ghosted him again for over a week 🙄 Like he was arrested, facing a felony charge, a possible civil suit, and his opportunity of becoming a partner at his law firm was at risk (which he did lose btw) and the girl couldn't even answer his phone calls...
Donovan is kinda perfect, maybe too perfect. If you're into perfect heroes that will do anything for the heroine even if it means losing his job and going to prison than this is for you. It just makes no sense to me why someone would pursue a taken woman who doesn't want them and is dating the man that could give you what you've been working toward for SEVEN YEARS.
The cliché-ness of this also made me roll my eyes. Because of Autumn's rape she had a lot of issues with commitment, giving control over, and insomnia, but OF COURSE nothing could solve these things until Donovan. That really gave me After vibes with the whole 'I couldn't sleep until you slept next to me' bullshit
Why 2 stars and not 1? There were a some moments that I really liked, for example
exhibit a)
Autumn's friend interrogating Donovan before their first date
“So have you ever owned a van?”
“No, I haven’t.”
“Harmed any animals?”
“Can’t say I have.”
exhibit b)
Donovan and Autumn talking about limits during sex
“So putting you down on your knees with your hair wrapped in my hands and fucking your face? That’s okay?”
I swallowed. Jesus. I was getting turned on just thinking about it, so I nodded.
“Nice.”
His hand again traveled down to my breasts, and he pinched my nipple hard before rubbing between my cleavage. “And sitting on your chest while I slide my cock in and out of here and coming on your neck? That’s okay, too?”
Like that was kind of hot idk
July 24, 2021
This book is so cute!!!! In a dream world, Donovan is the guy!!!!
Unfortunately in real world you have to search, search, search, search … ops try again 🙈… 😬
It’s worth the reading!
Unfortunately in real world you have to search, search, search, search … ops try again 🙈… 😬
It’s worth the reading!
July 13, 2021
4.5 Stars!
(ARC provided by author)
Autumn Wilde is a social worker in New York. She's single and has commitment issues. She didn't do relationships or emotions involving the heart. Then she has a luggage mix up with a beautiful stranger that leads to a few stolen moments that make her feel way too much. When he gets too close she runs the other way thinking she'll never see him again, but life has a way of throwing a curveball when you least expect it.
Donovan Decker is a successful lawyer thriving in his career. He has it all, except that special someone to share his life with. He'd spent an unforgettable weekend with a gorgeous redhead who got under his skin. She disappeared and he didn't know how to reach her. He still thought of her, and after almost a year fate has them crossing paths again. He's determined to not waste this chance, and is ready to fight for what he wants, but will the fact that she's dating his boss stop him from finally making his move?
The Spark by Vi Keeland is a standalone second chance, slow burn, friends to lovers romance full of chemistry, love, and undeniable connections. It's about trust, overcoming fears, letting yourself be vulnerable, and taking risks. It's packed with emotion, swoon, and so much heart you will be left feeling it all!!! <333
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Autumn Wilde is a social worker in New York. She's single and has commitment issues. She didn't do relationships or emotions involving the heart. Then she has a luggage mix up with a beautiful stranger that leads to a few stolen moments that make her feel way too much. When he gets too close she runs the other way thinking she'll never see him again, but life has a way of throwing a curveball when you least expect it.
Donovan Decker is a successful lawyer thriving in his career. He has it all, except that special someone to share his life with. He'd spent an unforgettable weekend with a gorgeous redhead who got under his skin. She disappeared and he didn't know how to reach her. He still thought of her, and after almost a year fate has them crossing paths again. He's determined to not waste this chance, and is ready to fight for what he wants, but will the fact that she's dating his boss stop him from finally making his move?
The Spark by Vi Keeland is a standalone second chance, slow burn, friends to lovers romance full of chemistry, love, and undeniable connections. It's about trust, overcoming fears, letting yourself be vulnerable, and taking risks. It's packed with emotion, swoon, and so much heart you will be left feeling it all!!! <333
***NOW AVAILABLE***
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November 29, 2022
4 stars
Autumn and Donovan had such a fun meet cute. I thought this would be a fun book from the start, and it did have some fun moments, but it also handled some serious topics. I adored the hero and seeing into his past. I also really liked the scenes with Storm and Bud who helped them come together and gave them growth. Overall, this was an enjoyable audio.
Autumn and Donovan had such a fun meet cute. I thought this would be a fun book from the start, and it did have some fun moments, but it also handled some serious topics. I adored the hero and seeing into his past. I also really liked the scenes with Storm and Bud who helped them come together and gave them growth. Overall, this was an enjoyable audio.
Audio book source: Audible
Story Rating: 4 stars
Narrators: Andi Arndt & Sebastian York
Narration Rating: 4 stars
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Length: 9h 28m
July 11, 2021
This is probably my favorite Vi book to date. Donovan was the perfect hero. I couldn’t love him more. He was so different from so many wealthy men we read about in books. He wasn’t really a playboy like most of them are. I loved the Spark he and Autumn had from the very beginning.
Donovan worked so hard to make something of himself after coming from nothing. He never really wanted a relationship since he worked so many hours. But something shifted when he met Autumn. She opened up a place inside of him he didn’t even realize was closed off.
Autumn purposely stayed away from real relationships. She just wanted a companion and nothing more. Especially feelings. She suffered something tragic and just closed that door of her heart. When she met up with Donovan, they shared a weekend together but she left because deep down she was scared of what could be.
When these two run into each other again, sparks fly once again. But she’s seeing someone that has a connection to Donovan. But he’s not willing to walk away from what they could be together. And he’s determined to show her what she means to him.
I truly loved everything about this book. These two were perfect for one another. Bravo Vi for another masterpiece.
Donovan worked so hard to make something of himself after coming from nothing. He never really wanted a relationship since he worked so many hours. But something shifted when he met Autumn. She opened up a place inside of him he didn’t even realize was closed off.
Autumn purposely stayed away from real relationships. She just wanted a companion and nothing more. Especially feelings. She suffered something tragic and just closed that door of her heart. When she met up with Donovan, they shared a weekend together but she left because deep down she was scared of what could be.
When these two run into each other again, sparks fly once again. But she’s seeing someone that has a connection to Donovan. But he’s not willing to walk away from what they could be together. And he’s determined to show her what she means to him.
I truly loved everything about this book. These two were perfect for one another. Bravo Vi for another masterpiece.
July 11, 2021
Autumn + Donovan.
They met almost a year ago due a luggage mix-up at the airport. She took his - he took hers. And then they met for a coffee to exchange suitcases. But they ended up spending an amazing weekend together - due to THE SPARK!
But the next morning she was gone.
And now she's in his life again ... professionally. And she's also kinda dating his boss - who's the deciding vote for his promotion!
Let the fun times begin ...
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Adorable!
I really enjoyed reading this.
It was a cute and funny and sparky romance. But it was also so much more with Storm - the kid they're both trying to keep our of trouble. Then we have the boss and the promotion. Autumn's past. Dononvan's past. All very exciting and heartbreaking. Lots of stuff to overcome until we can ride off into our happily ever ever sunset!
After reading the blurb ... I wasn't too much of a fan of this love triangle thing - but it's not a love triangle at all. Because I hate those. 😎
I really loved reading this book. Donovan was super adorable and hot 🔥 and just the best a bookboyfriend can be! And Autumn - so sweet and broken - but she'll get there!
Oh - almost forgot to mention ... I read the paperback this time. Ugh - I'm so not used to that anymore! I got cramps in my hands and arms from holding it up so weirdly - to not bend the spine! And in bed I couldn't see anything - it was too dark - so I was half hanging out in the air over the side of the mattress to get some light! And you can't highlight anything with just your finger! WHAT?! And I looked up at the top of the book a million times to check the time - there was no time! How did we survive in before-kindle times??? 🤣🤣
THE SPARK was an adorable & funny & sparky & heartbreaking love story!
Run to your nearest amazon for your own Donovan - he'll be sold out in no time! ☺
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July 8, 2021
Wow this cover <3 Need !!
September 25, 2023
La primera parte del libro me ha gustado mucho, reúne todo lo que le pido a una historia para engancharme, fresco, divertido, contado a dos voces y con personajes imperfectos y con gancho. Adictivo en una sola palabra.
Pero a partir de la mitad hacia adelante se me ha ido desinflando. Se me hecho algo pesado a ratos y con una resolución de los conflictos que no me ha convencido demasiado además de dejar un par de cabos sueltos por ahí a los que me ha faltado un cierre merecido.
El conflicto principal se entiende, pero bajo mi punto de vista está poco profundizado. Demasiado tocado de puntillas por lo que no acabas de empatizar con el personaje.
Así que lo dejo en 3 estrellas y por la primera parte principalmente. No pasa a ser parte de los libros top de la autora para mí. Mi favorito de ella sigue siendo Bossman que si no habéis leído os recomiendo mucho, muchísimo.
Pero a partir de la mitad hacia adelante se me ha ido desinflando. Se me hecho algo pesado a ratos y con una resolución de los conflictos que no me ha convencido demasiado además de dejar un par de cabos sueltos por ahí a los que me ha faltado un cierre merecido.
El conflicto principal se entiende, pero bajo mi punto de vista está poco profundizado. Demasiado tocado de puntillas por lo que no acabas de empatizar con el personaje.
Así que lo dejo en 3 estrellas y por la primera parte principalmente. No pasa a ser parte de los libros top de la autora para mí. Mi favorito de ella sigue siendo Bossman que si no habéis leído os recomiendo mucho, muchísimo.
July 8, 2021
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Type: Standalone
POV: First Person - Dual
Rating:
An honest mistake led Autumn Wilde to Donovan Decker and an unforgettable weekend. However, the spark that ignited between them was not enough for her to stop running from her past and the potential future. Fortunately, fate had another plan, though it didn’t make it any easier this time around.
One of my favorite thing about the author’s work is she always has a strong opening with an entertaining first meeting scene, including this one. But as the story progressed, it fell flat for me.
While I liked Donovan and loved his background and his big heart, Autumn seemed tedious. And because of that, I’m not as sympathetic to her as I should. I loved Storm and Bud, who added heart to the story.
The Spark is a story of rediscovering oneself. It might appeal to readers who enjoy a slow burn, a second chance at love Romance.
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Type: Standalone
POV: First Person - Dual
Rating:
An honest mistake led Autumn Wilde to Donovan Decker and an unforgettable weekend. However, the spark that ignited between them was not enough for her to stop running from her past and the potential future. Fortunately, fate had another plan, though it didn’t make it any easier this time around.
One of my favorite thing about the author’s work is she always has a strong opening with an entertaining first meeting scene, including this one. But as the story progressed, it fell flat for me.
While I liked Donovan and loved his background and his big heart, Autumn seemed tedious. And because of that, I’m not as sympathetic to her as I should. I loved Storm and Bud, who added heart to the story.
The Spark is a story of rediscovering oneself. It might appeal to readers who enjoy a slow burn, a second chance at love Romance.
🔸️✴🔸️ . . . (F)BR With Loyda . . . 🔸️✴🔸️
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April 3, 2022
2.5 Stars
Overall Opinion: This was disappointing for me. I struggled a lot with the h and I think it was ultimately because I thought the H deserved better. I appreciated the author’s attempt to bring some heavy topics into the story, but they didn’t really tap into my emotions like I’m figuring was her intent. I liked the initial idea of mixing up luggage and then reuniting, but after that it was just downhill. The ending was kind of meh too.
Brief Summary of the Storyline: This is Autumn and Donovan’s story. They mix up their luggage and end up having an amazing weekend together, but Autumn sneaks out and then ghosts him. Almost a year later, they meet again when Donovan is assigned a pro bono case for a young kid in trouble and Autumn is his social worker. He also get the shock that she is dating the partner from his law firm that assigned the case to him. There is some past heavy baggage they have to work through, some big secrets revealed, and a few sexy times…and they get a HFN ending.
Point Of View (POV): This alternated between Autumn and Donovan’s POV.
Overall Pace of Story: Good. I never skimmed and I thought it flowed well.
Instalove: No, they take a while to develop stronger feelings.
H (Hero) rating: 4 stars. Donovan. I liked him. He was so patient and caring of the h while also being sexy and alpha.
h (heroine) rating: 2.5 stars. Autumn. I struggled with her. She really bothered me at times with her selfish behavior. I get that she had past trauma, but I didn’t like the way she handled things.
Sadness level: Low, no tissues needed
Push/Pull: Yes
Heat level: Good. They have some tension, chemistry, and a few scenes -- but not very many and not so much it takes away from the story.
Descriptive sex: Yes
OW (Other Woman)/OM (Other Man) drama: Yes
Sex scene with OW or OM: No
Cheating: Not technically
Separation: Yes
Possible Triggers: Yes
Closure: This ends in a good place but with not enough closure for me to call it a HEA, so I’m calling it a HFN ending they get engaged
Safety: This one should be either Safe or Safe with exception for most safety gang readers depending on personal preferences
Overall Opinion: This was disappointing for me. I struggled a lot with the h and I think it was ultimately because I thought the H deserved better. I appreciated the author’s attempt to bring some heavy topics into the story, but they didn’t really tap into my emotions like I’m figuring was her intent. I liked the initial idea of mixing up luggage and then reuniting, but after that it was just downhill. The ending was kind of meh too.
Brief Summary of the Storyline: This is Autumn and Donovan’s story. They mix up their luggage and end up having an amazing weekend together, but Autumn sneaks out and then ghosts him. Almost a year later, they meet again when Donovan is assigned a pro bono case for a young kid in trouble and Autumn is his social worker. He also get the shock that she is dating the partner from his law firm that assigned the case to him. There is some past heavy baggage they have to work through, some big secrets revealed, and a few sexy times…and they get a HFN ending.
Point Of View (POV): This alternated between Autumn and Donovan’s POV.
Overall Pace of Story: Good. I never skimmed and I thought it flowed well.
Instalove: No, they take a while to develop stronger feelings.
H (Hero) rating: 4 stars. Donovan. I liked him. He was so patient and caring of the h while also being sexy and alpha.
h (heroine) rating: 2.5 stars. Autumn. I struggled with her. She really bothered me at times with her selfish behavior. I get that she had past trauma, but I didn’t like the way she handled things.
Sadness level: Low, no tissues needed
Push/Pull: Yes
Heat level: Good. They have some tension, chemistry, and a few scenes -- but not very many and not so much it takes away from the story.
Descriptive sex: Yes
OW (Other Woman)/OM (Other Man) drama: Yes
Sex scene with OW or OM: No
Cheating: Not technically
Separation: Yes
Possible Triggers: Yes
Closure: This ends in a good place but with not enough closure for me to call it a HEA, so I’m calling it a HFN ending they get engaged
Safety: This one should be either Safe or Safe with exception for most safety gang readers depending on personal preferences
July 8, 2021
Vi Keeland offers a new sparkling romance (see what I did there?) with a swoony book boyfriend you’ll want to add to your 2021 favorites list.
Donovan and Autumn first meet after they accidentally swapped luggage and agree to return it. I loved this meet cute! They immediately feel the attraction between then and get a coffee, that turns into dinner which leads to a whole weekend together. But Autumn doesn’t trust easily and only dates guys without an emotional attachment.
Knowing that Donovan poses a serious threat to her heart because he’s gorgeous inside and out, Autumn leaves him without a trace only to run into him almost a year later when Donovan is assigned a pro-bono case where she’s the social worker. The spark between them is still there, but Autumn not only knows she could easily fall for the smart and caring man, she’s also dating his boss. Can they overcome the obstacles between them?
If I found my 2021 girl Vi's The Invitation, I found my 2021 book boyfriend in The Spark! Donovan is so well developed, he’s absolutely perfect. He’s charmingly cocky, sexy and smart, he’s a hard worker who is sure of the connection between him and Autumn and isn’t afraid to work for them pursuing her with determination and care.
Even though they both have difficult pasts, Autumn’s is heartbreakingly raw and explains why she’s afraid of being in a serious relationship. But with Donan’s help she faces her past and overcomes it. It was lovely to read how she came into her own and to watch how their spark developed from friendship to a passionate happy ever after.
Add to these two amazing characters a few more great supporting ones like Storm and Bud and you have a perfect summer romance!
The Spark is a standalone contemporary romance by Vi Keeland. It’s told from both points of view with a beautifully swoony happy ending.
* I was given an ARC of this book courtesy of the author via Give Me Books PR. The excerpts are from that copy. I am voluntarily reviewing this title. *
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By the numbers quick review:
World building: 💌💌💌💌💌
Character development: 👤👤👤👤👤
Plot: 📚📚📚📚📚
Romance: 💕💕💕💕💕
Sexiness: 🔥🔥🔥🔥
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Donovan and Autumn first meet after they accidentally swapped luggage and agree to return it. I loved this meet cute! They immediately feel the attraction between then and get a coffee, that turns into dinner which leads to a whole weekend together. But Autumn doesn’t trust easily and only dates guys without an emotional attachment.
Knowing that Donovan poses a serious threat to her heart because he’s gorgeous inside and out, Autumn leaves him without a trace only to run into him almost a year later when Donovan is assigned a pro-bono case where she’s the social worker. The spark between them is still there, but Autumn not only knows she could easily fall for the smart and caring man, she’s also dating his boss. Can they overcome the obstacles between them?
If I found my 2021 girl Vi's The Invitation, I found my 2021 book boyfriend in The Spark! Donovan is so well developed, he’s absolutely perfect. He’s charmingly cocky, sexy and smart, he’s a hard worker who is sure of the connection between him and Autumn and isn’t afraid to work for them pursuing her with determination and care.
Even though they both have difficult pasts, Autumn’s is heartbreakingly raw and explains why she’s afraid of being in a serious relationship. But with Donan’s help she faces her past and overcomes it. It was lovely to read how she came into her own and to watch how their spark developed from friendship to a passionate happy ever after.
Add to these two amazing characters a few more great supporting ones like Storm and Bud and you have a perfect summer romance!
The Spark is a standalone contemporary romance by Vi Keeland. It’s told from both points of view with a beautifully swoony happy ending.
* I was given an ARC of this book courtesy of the author via Give Me Books PR. The excerpts are from that copy. I am voluntarily reviewing this title. *
Amazon -> https://amzn.to/3jYey3K
By the numbers quick review:
World building: 💌💌💌💌💌
Character development: 👤👤👤👤👤
Plot: 📚📚📚📚📚
Romance: 💕💕💕💕💕
Sexiness: 🔥🔥🔥🔥
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July 20, 2021
This is a must read, it made me happy cry because of the arrogant, beautiful, confident alpha male Donovan Decker. Autumn was just coming home from a girls trip from Vegas a bachelorette party and was tired and picked up the wrong bag. As she got home to open the bag and saw the size 13 $700 Ferragamo shoe she knew she made a mistake and picked up the wrong bag. Hopeful Autumn called the name on the tag and was ecstatic to hear the swoon worthy deep voice on the other end. They made a pac to not inspected each others bag but it was already too late for Autumn her curiousity got the better of her. Autumn & Donovan met at a coffee shop. As Autumn was waiting on her cup of coffee a drop dead gorgeous guy walked through the door at the coffee shop and Autumn couldn't take her eyes off him and missed he was carrying the same bag as she had until he walked up next to her. They immediately had a spark, one coffee turned into 1 weekend and once Donovan took a shower on that last day Autumn ghosted him, she didn't even leave a note and with only knowing her name as Autumn W, Donovan had no way of contacting this luggage thief. That was until 1 year later when Donovan was up for partner in his firm and was asked to do a pro bono case for his boss with a trouble teen name Storm. However, while waiting at police station to talk to his new problem teen client guess who walks in, yes Red...what is the likelyhood of Autumn being Storm's social worker. After pining for this girl for a year she is standing right in front of him. Now the race is on to convince Autumn that he is the spark she needs. The tough, arrogant, confident lawyer now has a second chance to prove that he is not only the man for her but also can take care of her case in a manner to win her over. Autumn does trust easily she dates people she doesn't care for and run from the people that she has a spark with. That is why Donovan doesn't really have a fir chance. But...what is worth trying is worth staying the course. "I'm proud of you not just for graduating but also for everything you gone through in the last year. I know it wasn't easy, I couldn't have done it without you, that was nice of you to say, but its total bullshit, you can do anything. I'm just lucky enough to go along for the ride Red!!! Lastly to add my favorite voices Andi Ardnt & Sebastian York was to die for.
March 26, 2023
The start was nice, I mean the suitcase exchange is the oldest trick in meet cutes but the story wasn't that interesting after it.
August 30, 2021
4 Autumn and Donovan Stars
I really enjoyed this gorgeous second chance romance.
Autumn (Social Worker for child services) and Donovan (awesome hot shot lawyer) - both around 30-early thirties-met once and connected. They spent the weekend together , laughing , talking and they did pretty much everything but full sex. Donovan was disappointed when Autumn disappeared but then fate intervened and one year later , their paths collide again. The story is told from a dual POV and there are occasional flashbacks to the past for Autumn. I don't always enjoy a book when authors employ that method of storytelling but in this novel, it is done sparingly and it works well in the flow of the story.
I instantly liked Donovan. He is a very lovable hero and he is certainly the main pursuer of the relationship. His backstory is pretty heart breaking and I absolutely adored the connection between him and Bud, his old mentor / male role model and also Storm, the child who they are both working with.
It took me a little while to really warm up to Autumn and although I did feel for her and understood her reasons for not wanting a relationship , she definitely comes off as a little aloof / distant at times. Donovan breaks down those walls of hers and their sexual chemistry is hot.
Talking of their hot chemistry , I listened to this being narrated by Andi Arndt and Sebastian York. I love both of their voices and they brought the characters to life brilliantly. At 83% I seriously had to stop my boring household chores and take a moment....whoa. Like I said , H.O.T.
Overall this was an interesting and well written story that I will definitely read again and would absolutely recommend. So why not 5 stars? I did struggle a little with Autumn pushing Donovan away (but I get why). Also , although the epilogue is gorgeous , I would have liked to see a bit further into the future.
HEA? Yes
Cheating?
Distressing Content for some? Yes.
I really enjoyed this gorgeous second chance romance.
Autumn (Social Worker for child services) and Donovan (awesome hot shot lawyer) - both around 30-early thirties-met once and connected. They spent the weekend together , laughing , talking and they did pretty much everything but full sex. Donovan was disappointed when Autumn disappeared but then fate intervened and one year later , their paths collide again. The story is told from a dual POV and there are occasional flashbacks to the past for Autumn. I don't always enjoy a book when authors employ that method of storytelling but in this novel, it is done sparingly and it works well in the flow of the story.
I instantly liked Donovan. He is a very lovable hero and he is certainly the main pursuer of the relationship. His backstory is pretty heart breaking and I absolutely adored the connection between him and Bud, his old mentor / male role model and also Storm, the child who they are both working with.
It took me a little while to really warm up to Autumn and although I did feel for her and understood her reasons for not wanting a relationship , she definitely comes off as a little aloof / distant at times. Donovan breaks down those walls of hers and their sexual chemistry is hot.
Talking of their hot chemistry , I listened to this being narrated by Andi Arndt and Sebastian York. I love both of their voices and they brought the characters to life brilliantly. At 83% I seriously had to stop my boring household chores and take a moment....whoa. Like I said , H.O.T.
Overall this was an interesting and well written story that I will definitely read again and would absolutely recommend. So why not 5 stars? I did struggle a little with Autumn pushing Donovan away (but I get why). Also , although the epilogue is gorgeous , I would have liked to see a bit further into the future.
HEA? Yes
Cheating?
Distressing Content for some? Yes.
Shelved as 'hell-no'
July 12, 2021She cheated on her boyfriend and and for her that's not cheating because she wasn't sure they were exclusive . A smart woman should khow if she wasn't exclusive with someone for her health safety first .plus both not celibate during separation . I pass on this one .
I'm not start it until I khow the safety details.
The cover is seducing me .
I totally would read it for the cover 💯
Those eyes are so dreamy, they are calling me .but the blurb scaring me . I don't want cheating or stringing along the om like in bossman
I'm not start it until I khow the safety details.
The cover is seducing me .
I totally would read it for the cover 💯
Those eyes are so dreamy, they are calling me .but the blurb scaring me . I don't want cheating or stringing along the om like in bossman
July 14, 2021
Not my favorite book by this author. The hero of the book was basically a great guy. Smart, handsome, successful....rough childhood and came from nothing and made something of himself. The heroine....uh, ...I had some issues with her. I know she had some bad stuff happen in her past, and she had some good qualities, but I just didn't like how she treated the hero most of the time. I especially didn't like how she left him hanging near the end while his career was on the line.' C'mon, support the guy you love' I yelled at my kindle. *sigh* Not all bad, I just expected more...
3 1/2 stars
3 1/2 stars
November 5, 2021
Started of great but then it was just dragged towards the end.
I liked how the H was doing the chasing and the h was the one pushing him away.
I liked how the H was doing the chasing and the h was the one pushing him away.
July 9, 2022
M-am obișnuit cu poveștile lui Vi Keeland - romance healthy, cu o poveste în poveste, cu mesaje și personaje puternice și acțiune 18+ pe măsură.
Mi-a plcăut maxim povestea asta. Personajele au fost așaaaa de faine.
Cei doi se întâlnesc random (li se încurcă bagajele în aeroport hehe) și ajung să petreacă un weekend foarte plăcut împreună. Frumos, nu? Dar ea pleacă fără niciun semn numai ca să dea nas în nas cu el peste 10 luni.. ghiciți ce, scânteia dintre ei încă exista :)
Povestea curge frumos, aflăm mai multe despre personaje, despre trecutul lor și ce au trebuit să facă ca să ajungă unde sunt în prezent... Ne apropiem de ei tot mai mult cu fiecare pagină dată.
Donovan e un bărbat de treabă, cu mult bun simț și răbdător (kind of perfect guy haha). Autumn nu a fost deloc enervantă, ci a fost accurate în tot ce a spus, și nu a fost dramatică deloc. Sigur că am avut o mică dramă dar a venit natural, mă așteptam la asta.
Recomand cartea iubitorilor de romance, e ce trebuie :)
18+
Mi-a plcăut maxim povestea asta. Personajele au fost așaaaa de faine.
Cei doi se întâlnesc random (li se încurcă bagajele în aeroport hehe) și ajung să petreacă un weekend foarte plăcut împreună. Frumos, nu? Dar ea pleacă fără niciun semn numai ca să dea nas în nas cu el peste 10 luni.. ghiciți ce, scânteia dintre ei încă exista :)
Povestea curge frumos, aflăm mai multe despre personaje, despre trecutul lor și ce au trebuit să facă ca să ajungă unde sunt în prezent... Ne apropiem de ei tot mai mult cu fiecare pagină dată.
Donovan e un bărbat de treabă, cu mult bun simț și răbdător (kind of perfect guy haha). Autumn nu a fost deloc enervantă, ci a fost accurate în tot ce a spus, și nu a fost dramatică deloc. Sigur că am avut o mică dramă dar a venit natural, mă așteptam la asta.
Recomand cartea iubitorilor de romance, e ce trebuie :)
18+
August 17, 2021
No digo que no me gustó es solo que esperaba una historia mucho más diferente pues a comparación con las demás historias de la autora esperaba otra cosa
July 11, 2021
Autumn + Donovan.
They met almost a year ago due a luggage mix-up at the airport. She took his - he took hers. And then they met for a coffee to exchange suitcases. But they ended up spending an amazing weekend together - due to THE SPARK!
But the next morning she was gone.
And now she's in his life again ... professionally. And she's also kinda dating his boss - who's the deciding vote for his promotion!
Let the fun times begin ...
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Adorable!
I really enjoyed reading this.
It was a cute and funny and sparky romance. But it was also so much more with Storm - the kid they're both trying to keep our of trouble. Then we have the boss and the promotion. Autumn's past. Dononvan's past. All very exciting and heartbreaking. Lots of stuff to overcome until we can ride off into our happily ever ever sunset!
After reading the blurb ... I wasn't too much of a fan of this love triangle thing - but it's not a love triangle at all. Because I hate those. 😎
I really loved reading this book. Donovan was super adorable and hot 🔥 and just the best a bookboyfriend can be! And Autumn - so sweet and broken - but she'll get there!
Oh - almost forgot to mention ... I read the paperback this time. Ugh - I'm so not used to that anymore! I got cramps in my hands and arms from holding it up so weirdly - to not bend the spine! And in bed I couldn't see anything - it was too dark - so I was half hanging out in the air over the side of the mattress to get some light! And you can't highlight anything with just your finger! WHAT?! And I looked up at the top of the book a million times to check the time - there was no time! How did we survive in before-kindle times??? 🤣🤣
THE SPARK was an adorable & funny & sparky & heartbreaking love story!
Run to your nearest amazon for your own Donovan - he'll be sold out in no time! ☺
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July 13, 2021
4.5 stars
Grabbing the wrong luggage off the carousel at an airport can be frustrating and annoying for most people but for Autumn and Donovan it ignites a spark that is just the beginning of a connection neither of them expected.
After Autumn discovers she has the wrong luggage, she makes contact with the person who she is hoping has hers. Donovan does indeed have her luggage and agrees to meet her for the exchange. They do more than exchange luggage though, they also exchange hours of conversation and their time over an entire weekend. A weekend neither of them will ever forget, especially Donovan.
Autumn left no contact details when she left Donovan that weekend for a reason. She is not interested in any sort of commitment with anyone so she enjoyed it for what it was, a moment in time that she will always remember. Autumn has a busy and fulfilling life as a social worker in New York. After initially attending college to study law, she soon realized that it was not her passion and switched majors. She gets more satisfaction out of helping those most in need.
When one of her young clients ends up at the police station she is surprised to see Donovan Decker walk in to represent him as a pro bono case. No one is more surprised than Donovan. His mind often drifts to the weekend he shared with Autumn and despite many attempts to find her, he came up empty handed. Now he not only knows her full name but how to get hold of her. And that spark he felt 12 months ago, oh yeah it’s definitely still there…
‘I felt foolish avoiding contact, so I put my hand in his. Just like the first time, it hit with a spark. My pulse raced, and goose bumps dashed up my arm, over my shoulder, and straight to the back of my neck, making all the little hairs stand up.’
There is no way Autumn can avoid him now that they will be working together on a case. Donovan makes it obvious that he still has an interest in getting to know her but the fact that she is dating someone else at the moment and wanting to keep things professional between them seems to placate him for now.
Autumn soon learns that the façade of the gorgeous man in custom made suits is only the top layer that he shares with people. The more she gets to know him, she sees that there is so much more to Donovan Decker. In fact, he is quite extraordinary. And it’s getting harder to resist him… he is not making it easy with all of his thoughtful gestures and general hotness.
Donovan is in awe of all things Autumn, he has never met anyone like her and he knows she can feel the pull between them. There is something holding her back though and he knows he needs to tread carefully with her, she is setting the pace and he is happy to follow the safety car until the flag drops.
When the spark they have ignites there is no stopping it….
Donovan is a wonderful swoon worthy book boyfriend and once I started reading I was completely invested in this couple. This was the perfect read for me on a cold, wintery weekend by the fire.
Grabbing the wrong luggage off the carousel at an airport can be frustrating and annoying for most people but for Autumn and Donovan it ignites a spark that is just the beginning of a connection neither of them expected.
After Autumn discovers she has the wrong luggage, she makes contact with the person who she is hoping has hers. Donovan does indeed have her luggage and agrees to meet her for the exchange. They do more than exchange luggage though, they also exchange hours of conversation and their time over an entire weekend. A weekend neither of them will ever forget, especially Donovan.
Autumn left no contact details when she left Donovan that weekend for a reason. She is not interested in any sort of commitment with anyone so she enjoyed it for what it was, a moment in time that she will always remember. Autumn has a busy and fulfilling life as a social worker in New York. After initially attending college to study law, she soon realized that it was not her passion and switched majors. She gets more satisfaction out of helping those most in need.
When one of her young clients ends up at the police station she is surprised to see Donovan Decker walk in to represent him as a pro bono case. No one is more surprised than Donovan. His mind often drifts to the weekend he shared with Autumn and despite many attempts to find her, he came up empty handed. Now he not only knows her full name but how to get hold of her. And that spark he felt 12 months ago, oh yeah it’s definitely still there…
‘I felt foolish avoiding contact, so I put my hand in his. Just like the first time, it hit with a spark. My pulse raced, and goose bumps dashed up my arm, over my shoulder, and straight to the back of my neck, making all the little hairs stand up.’
There is no way Autumn can avoid him now that they will be working together on a case. Donovan makes it obvious that he still has an interest in getting to know her but the fact that she is dating someone else at the moment and wanting to keep things professional between them seems to placate him for now.
Autumn soon learns that the façade of the gorgeous man in custom made suits is only the top layer that he shares with people. The more she gets to know him, she sees that there is so much more to Donovan Decker. In fact, he is quite extraordinary. And it’s getting harder to resist him… he is not making it easy with all of his thoughtful gestures and general hotness.
Donovan is in awe of all things Autumn, he has never met anyone like her and he knows she can feel the pull between them. There is something holding her back though and he knows he needs to tread carefully with her, she is setting the pace and he is happy to follow the safety car until the flag drops.
When the spark they have ignites there is no stopping it….
Donovan is a wonderful swoon worthy book boyfriend and once I started reading I was completely invested in this couple. This was the perfect read for me on a cold, wintery weekend by the fire.
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