Title | : | One Hundred Wishes (Aspen Cove, #3) |
Author | : | |
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ISBN | : | - |
Format Type | : | Kindle Edition |
Number of Pages | : | 230 |
Publication | : | Published May 15, 2018 |
Pop star Samantha White walks off the stage and disappears into a crowd of cheering fans. After ten years as the music sensation known as Indigo, she needs to figure out who she really is.
With her manager pressuring her to sign a new contract, Samantha runs to the only place she remembers with fondness—Aspen Cove—a small town that embraced twelve-year-old Samantha when she and her mother finally left her abusive father.
She’s sure a few weeks of peace in a secluded cabin will be exactly what she needs to figure out where to go from here. But when Dalton Black storms into her life, Samantha realizes she may not get the clarity and calm she’s seeking. If she plays her cards right, she’ll get something better—love.
Dalton Black doesn’t ask for much. But then, he knows most people would say he doesn’t deserve much—not after spending six years in prison for killing a man. He’s carved out a quiet life in Aspen Cove where he knows who is friend and who is foe. Just when he’s accepted his life will be a string of meaningless relationships, he meets Samantha White and everything changes.
Can a famous singer find her forever with an ex-convict? Or will the secrets they keep tear them apart? Find out in One Hundred Wishes.
One Hundred Wishes (Aspen Cove, #3) Reviews
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My Rating:
4.5
Favorite Quotes:
If you’re talking ice cream I’ve got Breakfast in Bed which is maple ice cream with donut pieces and glazed bacon. Lickin’ Lizard, which is vanilla ice cream and gummy worms, and Unicorn Poop which is basically rocky road with the addition of Pop Rocks.
“You saved me. Doc can deal with that case of hemorrhoids by himself. No one should see that before lunch.” Sage opened her purse and took out candy bar after candy bar. She picked up the peanut butter cups and handed them to Samantha. “These are particularly helpful in a time of crisis.”
I can understand your need to lie. I mean, she’s a hundred pounds soaking wet. Not sure my ego could take that beating either. I get why you have to invent a story. Tall tales compensate for your little wiener.
He was a man of simple tastes, but he made jeans and a black T-shirt look better than an Armani suit.
My Review:
The latest installment of this engaging and entertaining series provided generous portions of steam, humor, and endearing characters who continue to hold my attention and interest. Samantha White needed a vacation and felt she had to escape by fleeing from her agent and controlling manager to get one. She had planned to lay low and hide out at a cabin in a tiny town she remembered fondly from her childhood. One of the first people she ran into was the sexy Dalton Black, her first childhood crush at the age of twelve who was now her new neighbor. Swoon, I’d like to find a handsome man living next door while I was on vacation… a man who could cook in every room and spark all manner of fire. Dalton was the perfect BBF and a big romantic teddy bear who said all the right things. I am already looking forward to the next installment and trying to guess which character will be the main feature. -
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This is the third book in the series and while it can be read as a standalone it is best read in order. I really enjoyed this series and this book did not disappoint it was really well written and I was pulled right in. This is Dalton and Samantha's story she is a pop star and has gone to Aspen Grove for a break and to relax that's when she meets Dalton he is an ex-felon who spent six years inside for killing a man. I just loved these two they were fantastic together this was a super read I just could not get enough and ended up finishing it in one sitting
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What a beautiful story with beautiful characters. This series is perfect. For me, all the feels are there, the characters are perfect but flawed at the same time. In addition, I loved how, even though the H/h fell in love quickly, the author made their story seem slower. Both Dalton and Samantha had their own dark pasts which bonded them even more tightly together.
Aspen Cove in a small town that needs a lot of work. There are few stores and the pace of life is slow. All of the town's citizens are content with the slower pace of their town. This group of residents are thoughtful, loyal, caring and generous despite having very little themselves, their hearts are big. As each book in the series is written, Aspen Cove grows in different aspects.
Samantha White is on the run from her pop star life. She has reached the point of mental and physical exhaustion. Samantha, with the help of her assistant, devise a plan of escape. The one place Samantha wants to escape to is the small town in Colorado that welcomed her and her mother many years ago. They only stayed a few months but the short time showed Samantha that Aspen Cove was the right place for her to go. Of course, when she arrives, there have been many changes to the town over the 12 years she was away. But one thing that remained, she realized, was her crush on town resident Dalton Black.
I won't give their story away. I can tell you there are some angst and suspense. Also, there are some pretty tense moments in addition to a bit of danger. The chemistry between Samantha and Dalton is scorching. I met Dalton Black in the first book of the series. Then, I thought he was portrayed as a tough guy. I wouldn't go so far as to say Dalton was a bad boy, but he is a man you definitely don't want to mess with. I felt the relationship between Sam and Dalton to be believable and I was beyond satisfied to see them find their happily-ever-after.
All the books in the series can be read as a standalone however, I recommend you start with the first book, One Hundred Reasons. At last check, book 14 was just released so you can surmise what I'm currently binge reading right now, lol.
This is my honest and unbiased review and I thank you for taking the time to read it. :) -
More Aspen Cove Greatness! Love this Book & Series!
One Hundred Wishes
An Aspen Cove Romance, Book 3
By: Kelly Collins
Narrated by: Logan McAllister
I am so happy to visit Aspen Cove again. I am loving this series, each book is well written and has it’s own unique storylines and features a different character. They are enjoyable, entertaining and heartfelt. Aspen Cove is a small town with a tight knit community. It has suffered some economic hardships but the late Bea, a long time resident masterminded a plan to bring Aspen Cove back to it’s glory. She brought in a couple of newcomers to start up her defunct businesses, those characters, Sage and Katie, are books 1 & 2 stories. This book is Dalton’s story, he appears in those books and I was thrilled to see that he gets his own book. I really like Dalton, he is a good person who found himself in a bad situation that forever changed his life. He is the chef at the town’s diner, while this is not his dream job he is settled with it and just wants to life a quiet life. All things change when a new neighbor moves in to the cottage next door. Samantha White is unhappy and needs a break from her pop star life, her plans to get away were two years in the making. She bought a cottage in the small town she spent some time in years ago with her Mom. She hoped to hide out there, not attract paparazzi or fans. I loved how Dalton and Samantha first met and the chemistry between them from the start. Dalton does not recognize her or knows of her fame. Because her stay is temporary they decide to not share their past. These two are great for each other. I liked how she became friends with Katie and the others in their circle took to Samantha right away. Also liked how the town came to help too, loved those bees. Kelly Collins created another wonderful story here, there is drama, some laughs, angst, twists and great romance. Thank you for another great story and the emotional rollercoaster ride. I am looking forward to more greatness happening in Aspen Cove.
I listened to the Audible edition, Logan Mcallister is a talented narrator, he continues to bring these characters and their stories to life. He performs the voices of all the characters, gives each their own distinct sound making it easy to follow them throughout. He is an entertaining storyteller and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for another great listen🎧 -
I have read all of the Aspen Cove books and this was another good one. Each book stands alone but there are inter-connected characters so I recommend reading the other books first so you have a real connection to the characters and the town. Samantha White is a burned out pop singer named Indigo. She has been living in the public light for the past decade and she is beat. She has a plan to take a break from the limelight and hide out in the small town of Aspen Cove from her management team. She hasn't been back her since she was a young teen and she had fond memories of the town. Dalton Black has lived in Aspen Cove his whole life. There a good memories here for him but a lot of bad ones too. He mistakes Samantha for an intruder in the previously unoccupied cabin next door. They have an instant connection albeit a rocky one. One Hundred Wishes is a story about having hopes and dreams but burying them because it hurts too much to think about something that you don't think that you're ever going to have. I really wanted Samantha and Dalton to get the HEA that they both deserve no matter how many obstacles came to block their path. One Hundred Wishes is told from dual POV and loaded with humor, angst, fun, heat and ultimately love. I highly recommend One Hundred Wishes to anyone that loves a good HEA and small town romance. I received a review copy and this is my freely given, honest opinion.
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I received an Advanced Reader Copy of the book and here is my honest review.
This is the third book in this great series.
Samantha wants a normal life, she is a successful singer and "runs" away after her concert. She heads to Aspen Cove where she owns a small house. Not wanting to get involved with anyone as she isn't staying around. She meets her neighbour when he thinks she is breaking into the house, she doesn't want anyone to know who she is, and Dalton who has served time in prison doesn't want her to know his secrets.
They try and fight their attraction but find it hard. When her manager tracks her down she feels she needs to leave Dalton and and the quiet town of Aspen Cove.
What happens next is unexpected, so without giving anything away I can thoroughly recommend this book for you to find out what happens. -
**3.5**
One Hundred Wishes was a very good read, but I felt it was missing something. Now I don't blame the author. I've read some of her other books and am a fan. My preference in books are dark or mystery/suspense, and sometimes more erotic. OHW is more of an inspirational, small town romance. A sweet tale of love and second chances. No heavily detailed bedroom scenes. This was a big change of pace for me and took some adjusting. I'm sure I'd appreciate the story more with another read and do recommend One Hundred Wishes.
Samantha escaped an abusive childhood, just find herself in that position again. She America's sweetheart, pop star Indigo. For the past 10 years, she's been trapped by controlling management. Sam escapes to Aspen Cove to find clarity. A very sexy neighbor may hold all the answers.
Dalton is an ex-felon who one had dreams of being a big time chef. Now the only cooking he does is at home and at the family dinner because no one wants to hire a convicted killer. Dalton learned the hard way that no good deed goes unpunished. He's paid his debt to society, but the world won't let him move on. Will Samantha be in the 1% that sees pass his conviction?
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I thoroughly enjoyed 'One Hundred Wishes' brought to life by Logan McAllister. Dalton & Samantha's story was one I never saw coming. At the same time they are perfect together. There is a strong emphasis on abuse in this story. Something both Samantha & Dalton have in common. I appreciate this as it is a problem too often hidden, ignored or thought deserved. Kudos to Ms. Collins for including it here.
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Another wonderful story in the Aspen Cove Romance series. I absolutely loved Samantha and Dalton story, Dalton character was one I want to learn more about after meeting him in the other two books. I just love Dalton with his kind heart and the way every one constantly misjudges him because of his past. I received an ARC copy of this book and this is my honest and voluntary review.
Samantha White is a famous pop star called Indigo who is needing some time away from her real life so she returns to a place from her childhood. She did not expect to meet a man that she once knew as a boy. Samantha wishes for her life to change and to be out of the spotlight for just a few days or weeks.
Dalton Black has many secrets from his past and finds himself fascinated with his new neighbor. Dalton has come to terms with his life as it is known and is happy working for his mother in the dinner.
What great chemistry these two have between them is so strong and they are just so perfect for each other. This is the third book in the series and this one is just as wonderful as the other two books. -
A terrific story of being who you truly are
. . . and wanting and accepting the one who is truly your other half. The life of a famous pop star wasn't all that it seemed. Indigo/Samantha had lost herself amidst concerts, contracts, albums, awards, tours, and being told what to do, eat and be and when. So, Indigo leaves the stage, travels to the small town of Aspen Cove to find Samantha again. Only she immediately finds Dalton Black, convicted murderer, and learned that love was awaiting who she truly was as well. Such a sweet but steamy story of a couple with scars and little joy who found true joy in one another. -
I love Aspen Cove! There’s not much I demand from a book: entertain me and make me feel. This very successfully did both. Dalton is one of the residents I’ve been wanting to see get his story since the very first book. I didn’t know what I wanted that story to look like, I just knew I needed to read it. This was perfect. There were sweet and silly moments with the other residents of Aspen Cove, blazing passionate times with Dalton and Samantha together, and scenes of heartrending agony that left me in tears. It was a bit of an emotional roller-coaster, but it made me laugh and it made me feel. Job well done.
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I loved the chemistry and connection between Dalton and Samantha and how even though they come from different worlds they are perfect for each other. Even though this was my first book from this series I wasn't lost, but I will be getting book 1 and 2 because One Hundred Wishes made me want to find out more about Aspen Cove. Kelly Collins writes unique stories with well developed characters that bring out all the emotions and I look forward to reading anything she writes! I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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Kelly Collins doesn't disappoint with another great story.
Samantha returns to Aspen Cove to take a break from her famous pop star life, to figure out how to get on with her life.
When Dalton storm into her life, neither is prepared for the feelings that surface between them. They both keep their secrets about their past, and when the secrets come to the fore, will they be able to move on?
Dalton is one of the most fascinating characters in this series, as he is constantly judged by his past, even saving a person's life. And Samantha, having lived an abusive life for most of her life, is running after her own happiness and finding out who she really is.
This story is full of twists and I got tense at times, but I loved this book.
I loved to see again the characters from the other books, the residents of Aspen Cove are very interesting.
I'm already looking forward to the next book in the series.
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Story line is great and I loved the characters. I really enjoyed reading this book and I would recommend it! Unexpected twists and turns had me reading this book in one sitting. Great storyline and character development made this book a hot and enjoyable read!
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One Hundred Wishes
Dalton never thought he could have what his Bishop brothers did, found the love of their lives, a family, forever happiness. Samantha just wanted to get away from the hustle of her life, and get to wind down, and re-group. Then she meets Dalton, and both just have an attraction. Enjoy their story, their journey, discovery, of what can be? Beautiful story❤️, loved it. -
I really like this series.
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This book is emotional second chance small town romance. The characters are captivating and well developed. I liked reading this book.