Take Me Home

Last Frontier Lodge Novels, Book 1

By: J. H. Croix

Narrated by: Hollis McCarthy

Length: 6 hrs and 57 mins

Publisher's summary

From best-selling author, J.H. Croix, a sensual and steamy Christmas romance set against the wilderness and beauty of small-town Alaska!

Gage Hamilton is a smoldering Navy SEAL and a man on a mission. He's returning to Diamond Creek, Alaska, to resurrect his dream of reopening Last Frontier Lodge. Marley Adams moves back home hoping to find a sense of security and safety after it was stolen from her.

Gage has spent many years successfully avoiding emotional entanglements. He is looking for nothing more than peace and sanctuary at his family's old ski lodge. His new neighbor, Marley, was definitely not part of his plans. Marley is a brainy computer whiz and way too sexy for Gage's own good. A man who prides himself on always being in control, Gage finds that he has little when it comes to Marley.

Marley only wants to get her feet back under her after her world was turned upside down in Seattle. She's been focused on little else beyond her work and is seriously out of practice with anything resembling romance...including the scorching hot attraction that sizzles anytime Gage crosses her path.

Gage and Marley are powerless against the magnetic pull between them. Steamy and snowy nights weave a spell around them. While Marley thought she escaped whoever set out to hurt her in Seattle, she finds the threat of danger has followed her to Diamond Creek. Gage must face the depth of his feelings for Marley when he realizes he will do anything to protect her. Can Marley and Gage discover love in time for Christmas? The magic of a white Christmas is right around the corner.

All novels in this series are full-length standalone novels with an HEA.

©2015 J.H. Croix (P)2016 J.H. Croix

A romantic suspense..

Any additional comments?

Marley, the female lead, is attacked and decides to move back home.

She soon meets Gage, the male lead and the new owner of a ski lodge.

The couple are instantly attracted to each other.

Someone starts sending Marley threatening emails, Gage asks a friend to look into of the matter while the Reader tries to figure out who is harassing Marley.

This was an engaging romantic suspense and an overall good read.


Hollis McCarthy did well with the narration.

Note:
"This audio book was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review."

Learning to trust and release control...

Marley has returned to her hometown in Alaska after being attacked when she walked in on a robbery in progress...in her home. She suffers with a form of PTSD (panic attacks, etc) that forced her to quit her high level job as a computer programmer in Seattle. One morning she is exploring walking trails when she decides to check in on the old ski lodge that has been closed. There she runs into the new owner, Gage, who has inherited the lodge from his grandmother, and is getting ready to reopen. Ex navy seal, Gage, has come to Alaska to recover from his last tour overseas, where he watched his best friend die. He feels an instant attraction to Marley and what better way to explore that attraction than to accept her offer to work on setting up the Lodge's website? Soon enough the pair begin dating. The locals also rally around Gage to get the lodge back up and running. When someone from Marley's past begins to threaten her, Gage goes into alpha mode...so endearing. This is a quick, sweet read with a bit of suspense thrown it.

wonderful love story

Hollis McCarthy had a beautiful voice. I think she gave a lot to this story. I always wanted to go to Alaska it looks so white and pretty what a wonderful place to have this great love story
I received this book from the author, publisher and or narrator for a honest review and unbiased opinion via audio book boom

Good, typical kept me listening but no surprises

this was a good listen, liked the description s of Alaska, made it seem like I was there

very good story

this was a very good story. male and female narrators sound better but this one was good. thank you for writing

Alaskan Love Story.

Would you consider the audio edition of Christmas on the Last Frontier to be better than the print version?

Oh yes the audio is always better than the print version.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Marly is my favorite character. She tries to be so brave yet is so needy.

Have you listened to any of Hollis McCarthy’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Alaskan Love Story.

Any additional comments?

This audiobook was provided by the author/narrator/publisher free of charge in exchange for an unbiased review.

Wonderful beginning to a new series!

This book was a lot of fun. I love books based in Alaska, one of my bucket list vacations. This one took us to the Last Frontier Lodge in Diamond Creek, Alaska. gage Hamilton has inherited the lodge with his siblings and plans on bringing it back to life. He meets Marley, and there is instant attraction. Marley has moved back home after being robbed at gunpoint. When Gage finds this out, his protective nature and SEAL training kicks in and is determined to find out who is trying to hurt the woman he loves. He loves? Well, tries to figure out what happened though he is not sure what he is doing. Marley is falling fast for Gage too, and is doing her best not to let the robbery and crazy emails that she is now getting effect her life.

I love this kind of book...well developed characters, some suspense to give the book something to sink your teeth into and hot sex.

Hollis McCarthy always brings her A-Game to her performances, and this one is no different. Her portrayal is amazing and keeps you listening to this great story.

I was given a copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review.

I LOVE CHRISTMAS AND I LOVE ALASKA....

I LOVE CHRISTMAS AND I LOVE ALASKA so I was SO EXCITED when I read what this book was about!! J.H. Croix DID SUCH AN AMAZING JOB!! I could picture every detail Perfectly In Alaska!! I just fell in love with this book & can't wait to devour more!! Hollis McCarthy did an Excellent job bringing this story to life!! each & every character!!

Well worth the credit

Sexy seal, check. Kind of clueless chick, check. Irresistible attraction, check. Keeping herself safe from danger, check. Seriously? I LOVE this trope, don't you? Plus, Marley rendered some serious help to Gage as he worked to get his lodge opened in time for the holidays. They fall in love and live happily ever after, sigh.
Thank you, Ms. Croix, for the chance to listen in exchange for my honest opinion. It's my pleasure.
The narrator is good, btw. Frankly, I tire fast of high pitched girl voices, especially reading the sexy parts. It takes the spark away. So thanks for the smooth toned Hollis McCarthy.

Great start to a new series

Any additional comments?

3.5 stars
Romance with a mystery on the side.

The title had me fooled. I didn't read the book blurb before requesting this book. So basically it's a case of judging a book by it's cover. Which we all do, the first thing that catches our attention is the title and cover. In this case the cover and title are combined with a really good HEA story. So basically the whole package.

Great start to a new series. Marley and Gage are both seeking a fresh start. Each have their past issues and little experience in the love department. The attraction is undeniable for both of them. This is a romance book with plenty of sexual tension and steamy sex scenes, so if you don't like sex in your books this is not the book for you. If you like sex in your books definitely read on.

Hollis McCarthy did a great job as usual with the narration. Great voice. Good character voices. Very easy on the ears. Nice pace and clearly spoken.

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