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    Review of Love Me by Alexa Verde with a $10 Gift Card Giveaway!!

    April 11, 2019 in my point of view

    Love Me by Alexa Verde

    When life begins at forty…

    Can the biggest disaster of her life become the beginning of something wonderful?

    Growing up, Kristina Vela never imagined she’d meet her fortieth birthday divorced by her cheating, manipulative husband, and without a house, degree, or career. Back in her hometown, Chapel Cove, to start anew, she’s given up on men. Then she meets grieving widower Greg Matthews and his adorable five-year-old daughter and helps them renovate a house. Just when Kristina feels she can love again, her ex gives her an ultimatum. Can she choose between her own happiness and Greg’s?

    Former snowboarder Greg Matthews is moving to Chapel Cove so his daughter can be close to her grandparents. After his wife died, his heart closed to romance. As caring and compassionate Kristina helps him repair his house and his life, he might be falling for her. But if she decides to leave, will he survive a second heartbreak?

    my point of view:

    Be still my heart, we have another series from three of my favorite authors! Welcome to Chapel Cove, a sleepy little beach town on the coast of Oregon that I would gladly move to  – if it were real! These books are all about “life begins at forty” and I couldn’t be happier about a mature group of characters! These beautiful girls are friends from childhood and after trials and tribulations, all return to their hometown at about their fortieth birthday.

    This is the second installment of the series. We first met Kristina in Remember Me by Marion Ueckermann, but she has the starring role in Love Me. I could so identify with Kristina as she married young believing in the fairytale, and ends up being married to a man who is emotionally controlling. This book is bittersweet in some areas and incredibly joyful in others. I fell in love with Chelsea immediately – who can resist a precious, motherless five year old?

    I am a sucker for second chance at love and children in the story, so you had me from the get go! But I would have to say, my favorite part was when Kristina finally finds her way back to her true self – thanks to God – and is able to stand up for herself, I practically shouted out loud I was so thrilled! I don’t want to give to much of it away, because you all really need to read this book for yourself, lol!!

    Please join me, if you haven’t already, in following the Chapel Cove page to keep up to date with all the books: 

    Welcome to Chapel Cove, Oregon, where life begins at forty.
    As their fortieth birthdays loom, three childhood friends return unexpectedly to their home town. Stunning coastline, a harbor against life’s storms, and a welcoming community await them. Hurt by challenges, disappointments, and failures; reminded of their unfulfilled hopes and dreams, they’re offered a fresh start. And, if they’re brave enough to accept it, a second chance at love. Will they allow God to safely anchor them in their hearts’ home, or will doubt and uncertainty drive them to repeat their old mistakes?
    Discover this small town filled with love, hope, and faith, in Chapel Cove, a series of sweet and clean standalone Christian romances. Join bestselling authors Marion Ueckermann, Alexa Verde, and Autumn Macarthur in Chapel Cove today!

    About the author:

    Alexa Verde writes small-town Christian romances, heartfelt and heartwarming. She penned her first literary masterpiece, a rhymed poem, at the ripe age of eight, and since has had 200 short stories, articles, and poems published in the five languages that she speaks. She has bachelor’s degrees in English and Spanish, a master’s in Russian, and enjoys writing about characters with diverse cultures. She’s worn the hats of reporter, teacher, translator, model (even one day counts!), caretaker, and secretary, but thinks that the writer’s hat suits her the best. After traveling the world and living in both hemispheres, she calls a small town in south Texas home. The latter is an inspiration for the fictional setting of her popular series Rios Azules Christmas and Secrets of Rios Azules. For giveaways, news, and recipes, please sign up for her newsletter at www.alexaverde.com. Twitter: @AlexaVerde3. Facebook: www.facebook.com/alexaverdeauthor. She loves hearing from her readers and hopes and prays that her books will bring joy to them.

    Alexa is being so incredibly generous as to offer not just an ebook version of this book, but also a $10 Amazon gift card!! Please comment on this post and tell us what your favorite fair ride is to enter! This contest will run through 6pm EST 04/18/19 and winner will be notified via email!

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    1. AvatarSusan Bates says

      April 11, 2019 at 8:50 am

      The type of ride I like are simulators. This way you get the thrill of the adventure in the safety of a confined machine.

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 11, 2019 at 9:09 am

        Hello, Susan Bates! Paula Marie always surprises me with questions for the giveaways, and I look forward to learning more about fair rides from readers. Simulators sound great, especially the safe part. Like Kristina, I happen to be afraid of heights. Thank you for commenting!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 11, 2019 at 9:23 am

        Yes, Susan, I completely agree – always fun to know you are “safe” throughout the adventure!

    2. AvatarAlexa Verde says

      April 11, 2019 at 9:06 am

      Paula Marie, thank you so much for the wonderful review! Loved it.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 11, 2019 at 9:24 am

        My pleasure, Alexa, it is always a joy to read your books!

    3. AvatarDOROTHY PORTER says

      April 11, 2019 at 9:08 am

      When I was younger, the faster the rides the better. I loved the fair. I have to say my favorite ride has always been the ferris wheel. I love being able to sit close with my sweetheart.

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 11, 2019 at 9:12 am

        Dorothy Porter, you described it so beautifully. And yes, that’s one of the big advantages of the ferris wheel! Thank you very much for stopping by and for all support you’ve given us!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 11, 2019 at 9:29 am

        Good morning, Dorothy! I too love the Ferris Wheel – so peaceful to me!

    4. Avatarkim hansen says

      April 11, 2019 at 9:12 am

      Sounds like a good read.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 11, 2019 at 9:30 am

        It truly is – I am thrilled with the new series, Kim!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 11, 2019 at 10:15 am

        Kin Hansen, glad you think so! Thank you for your kind words!

    5. AvatarSarah says

      April 11, 2019 at 10:14 am

      My best friend and I were addicted to this Viking Ship ride. Neither of us like heights, so we’d hold on for dear life & SCREAM! With our eyes closed😂 Young & Dumb definitely applies!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 11, 2019 at 10:26 am

        What wonderful memories, Sarah! Thank you for sharing!

      • AvatarMarion Ueckermann says

        April 11, 2019 at 12:21 pm

        Oh my, Sarah, I’ve never screamed as loud when I rode one of those for the first time. Seriously scary stuff LOL.

        • AvatarPaula Marie says

          April 11, 2019 at 3:44 pm

          Wow, Marian, that sounds terrifying!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 11, 2019 at 2:08 pm

        Sarah, that sounds like an interesting experience. I’d probably scream, too, and very loudly!

    6. AvatarAutumn Macarthur says

      April 11, 2019 at 1:15 pm

      This is such a beautiful story!

      LOL, it’s a looooooooong time since I was on a fairground ride. I used to go on them all and loved almost all of them, screaming all the way. The only one I didn’t enjoy was the rollercoaster. Old-fashioned ones tended to be really jerky and bumpy and I was always scared the car would come off the tracks.

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 11, 2019 at 2:14 pm

        Autumn, awww, thank you for your kind words!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 11, 2019 at 3:51 pm

        Hey, Autumn! I do not do roller coasters either, ever, lol!

    7. AvatarLisa Stillman says

      April 11, 2019 at 3:00 pm

      Old-fashioned merry-go-rounds

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 11, 2019 at 3:46 pm

        I just love the merry go round too, Lisa!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 11, 2019 at 4:55 pm

        Lisa Stillman, I think that would be my favorite, too! Old-fashioned or not, merry-go-round is wonderful! Thank you for commenting!

    8. AvatarAnn Ferri says

      April 11, 2019 at 3:27 pm

      When I was young and dumb my favorite ride was the zipper. There is no way I would get on that thing now.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 11, 2019 at 3:59 pm

        Oh, I have not heard of the zipper, Ann, sounds scary, lol!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 11, 2019 at 4:57 pm

        I haven’t heard of zipper, either. You must be a very brave person! Thank you very much for stopping by, Ann Ferri!

    9. AvatarCrystal Spencer says

      April 11, 2019 at 4:46 pm

      I am not a fan of thrill rides so, it’s gonna have to be the Farris Wheel. But my main enjoyment in going to the fair is everything else. People watching; smells of fried foods, hot dogs, and funnel cakes; watching the people you go with enjoy the rides, walking around and just the general splendor of it all. 😊

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 11, 2019 at 4:58 pm

        Crystal Spencer, I loved the way you described the fair. It sounds like such a wonderful experience! Thank you very much for stopping by!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 15, 2019 at 9:26 am

        Those are all fair worthy things, lol! Thank you for sharing, Crystal!

    10. AvatarAutumn Radler says

      April 11, 2019 at 9:29 pm

      I’m so lame but my favorite fair ride will always be the scrambler I laugh the entire time

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 15, 2019 at 9:26 am

        Oh, very exciting ride, Autumn!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 15, 2019 at 10:20 am

        Autumn, I don’t think this is lame at all! Sounds like a great fair ride. 🙂 Thank you very much for commenting!

    11. AvatarDonna E H D says

      April 11, 2019 at 11:18 pm

      It has been several years since I have been on a fair ride. The last one was not really at a fair, but a carousel on the Santa Monica pier. But I do remember riding the ferris wheel and might do it again.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 15, 2019 at 9:27 am

        The Ferris wheel will always be my favorite, Donna!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 15, 2019 at 10:27 am

        Hello, Donna! A carousel sounds awesome to me. Thank you very much for stopping by!

    12. AvatarErica says

      April 12, 2019 at 12:34 am

      Great review! I have Love Me sitting on my Kindle mocking me. I have about 10 ARCs I have to get through so I can read it. After Remember Me I am dying to get to it!

      • AvatarErica says

        April 12, 2019 at 12:37 am

        Oops – forgot to put that the ferris wheel is my favorite ride. When I was younger I loved them all.

        • AvatarPaula Marie says

          April 15, 2019 at 9:28 am

          Mine too, Erica!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 12, 2019 at 12:20 pm

        Dear Erica, I can imagine you have a huge TBR list. And I agree, this was a great review, and I’m super grateful for it. Thank youfor your support of our series. Best wishes in the giveaway!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 15, 2019 at 9:28 am

        LOL, Erica, I know what you mean, but I promise you will love these books!

    13. AvatarTrudy Cordle says

      April 12, 2019 at 9:14 am

      I’m so looking forward to reading this book!! Can’t wait!!!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 12, 2019 at 12:28 pm

        Awww, Trudy, thank you so much! Happy to hear it!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 15, 2019 at 9:29 am

        YAY! Trudy, get to it, lol!!

    14. AvatarJeanine Ellis says

      April 12, 2019 at 10:58 am

      I’m very much looking forward to reading this book, since I have greatly enjoyed reading other books you’ve written! My favorite carnival ride when o was younger was the roller coaster, but now I stick to the ferris wheel.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 15, 2019 at 9:29 am

        Lol, same here, Jeanine, Ferris Wheel is all I can keep up with these days!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 15, 2019 at 9:39 pm

        Jeanine Ellis, you just made my day! Thrilled to hear you greatly enjoy reading my books. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

    15. AvatarJeanine Ellis says

      April 12, 2019 at 11:00 am

      I’m very much looking forward to reading this book, since I have greatly enjoyed reading other books you’ve written! My favorite carnival ride when I was younger was the roller coaster, but now I stick to the ferris wheel.

    16. AvatarRhonda Adamczyk says

      April 12, 2019 at 5:22 pm

      The fair ride I love the best NOW that I have gotten older is the Farris Wheel. It is a soothing, memory nudging, romantic ride that will also give you a wonderful scenic view!!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 15, 2019 at 10:18 am

        What a lovely way to describe the Ferris Wheel! Whole heartedly agree, Rhonda!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 15, 2019 at 9:40 pm

        Rhonda, loved your description of the Ferris wheel! Thank you for commenting.

    17. AvatarRhonda Adamczyk says

      April 12, 2019 at 8:08 pm

      I have just discovered these books and cannot wait to start reading them!! I think these are the books that I have been missing in my life!! Thank you for sharing yourself with us all!!! God bless you!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 15, 2019 at 9:42 pm

        Awwww, Rhonda, you put a huge smile on my face! Thrilled to have you as a reader, and I hope so much you’ll enjoy our books! May God bless you and yours!

    18. AvatarRhonda Adamczyk says

      April 12, 2019 at 9:01 pm

      I have just discovered these books and cannot wait to start reading them! I think these are the books that have been missing in my life, just waiting for me to find them! Thank you so much for sharing a part of you with all of us! God bless you!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 15, 2019 at 10:19 am

        How sweet, Rhonda!

    19. AvatarRhonda Adamczyk says

      April 12, 2019 at 9:10 pm

      My favorite ride, now that I am older, is the Ferris Wheel. To me, it brings back such wonderful memories, it can be romantic, settling, calming, and can show a great view!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 15, 2019 at 9:43 pm

        Such a wonderful description of the Ferris wheel! Thank you so much!

    20. AvatarPriscila Perales says

      April 13, 2019 at 12:15 am

      Since I can’t remember the last time I went to a fair, I’m gonna go with my childhood memories and say the merry go round. However, I’d love to take a ride on the Ferris wheel. I’m really excited for this book 🙂 Thanks for the chance!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 13, 2019 at 11:40 am

        Priscila, I think merry go round is wonderful! I appreciate your kind words about my new book. 🙂 Thank you so much for stopping by, and best wishes in the giveaway!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 15, 2019 at 10:26 am

        Thank you for sharing, Priscila, I love the merry go round too!

    21. AvatarShirley Corder says

      April 13, 2019 at 11:20 am

      Thanks for a great interview. I look forward to reading this book. Favorite ride? Hmm. Can I be honest? The only one I really enjoyed since growing up was the Ferris wheel, and my youngest son cured me of that! When he was about five, he came on one seat with me while my husband took the other two kids with him. We didn’t know it until then, but turned out the youngest was afraid of heights — and he went ballistic! The seat was rocking furiously as I hung on to him with one arm and the oily support with the other. Next day my arm was dramatically bruised and I’ve never been on a Ferris wheel since!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 13, 2019 at 11:43 am

        Shirley Corder, thank you so much for your kind words about my book. And absolutely, we love honesty! Wow, what a story! I have to admit, I’m afraid of heights, too. You did great supporting your son like that, but I can totally understand why you’d never want to go on a Ferris wheel again. Thank you so much for sharing your amazing story!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 15, 2019 at 10:33 am

        Hi, Shirley! WOW on the Ferris Wheel ride, sounds incredibly scary! So sorry about that! Thank you for stopping by, I know you will love this series too!

    22. AvatarKellie says

      April 13, 2019 at 11:24 am

      Love the Ferris wheel!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 14, 2019 at 7:11 pm

        I think Ferris wheel is the most popular here. Thank you very much for commenting, Kellie!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 15, 2019 at 10:35 am

        Me too, Kellie!

    23. AvatarAmelia says

      April 13, 2019 at 3:17 pm

      I have never gone on a fair ride. I have no idea which one I would do if I could.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 15, 2019 at 10:36 am

        Oh, Amelia, I am sorry to hear that! We had a fair every where I have lived each year!

    24. AvatarPamela Morrisson says

      April 13, 2019 at 4:10 pm

      When I was young I enjoyed going to the annual fair and riding some of the rides. I did ride a roller coaster twice but not certain why I got on the second time. Must have been for a guy. Now that I have become a senior citizen (how did that happen?) I have absolutely no interest in anything that moves other than a normal vehicle. I would love to read this book. Sounds great!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 14, 2019 at 7:13 pm

        Pamela Morrisson, thank you very much for your kind words about my new book! I have to say, you’re brave to ride a roller coaster.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 15, 2019 at 10:38 am

        Oh, Pamela – I don’t like roller coasters either! As for becoming a senior, I don’t know how it happens so quickly! Celebrating my birthday today, in fact, I keep saying where did the time go???

    25. AvatarTerri Echols says

      April 13, 2019 at 4:30 pm

      My favorite ride was the Alpine Coaster

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 14, 2019 at 7:14 pm

        Terri Echols, Alpine Coaster sounds interesting. I need to look it up. Thank you very much for stopping by!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 15, 2019 at 10:39 am

        Hmm, Terri, not familiar with that one! Sounds cold, lol!!

    26. AvatarBJM says

      April 13, 2019 at 9:04 pm

      I used to love all the rides at the fair, the scarier, the better. Now I ride if my daughters want someone to go with them. I like the Ferris wheel because I like to gaze around when I’m at the top.

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 14, 2019 at 7:16 pm

        Thank you for your great comment! You must be a very brave person to go on the scary rides. Yes, the view might be the best thing about the Ferris wheel.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 15, 2019 at 10:40 am

        Too scary for me, lol! I like the Ferris Wheel the most!

    27. AvatarLila Diller says

      April 13, 2019 at 10:44 pm

      My favorite fair ride is the giant swings. Nice and easy but gives you a great view and a cool breeze.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 15, 2019 at 10:20 am

        I remember loving them too, Lila! Thank you for stopping by!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 15, 2019 at 9:45 pm

        That sounds like a great fair ride. Thank you very much for stopping by, Lila Diller!

    28. AvatarLouise Pledge says

      April 14, 2019 at 1:00 am

      My favorite carnival ride is not really a ride but playing some of the various games, especially SkeeBall.. can’t get enough of it! I think I’m too old for the scary rides!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 15, 2019 at 10:21 am

        Aww, Louise, I totally agree about the scary rides, lol, but was never very good at skeeball, myself!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 15, 2019 at 9:46 pm

        Happy to see you here, Louise! And SkeeBall sounds like a lot of fun!

    29. AvatarDeborah D says

      April 14, 2019 at 8:13 am

      This book sounds great! My favorite ride at the fair is a tie between the tilt a whirl and the Ferris wheel. It’s been years since I’ve been to the fair, though.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 15, 2019 at 10:21 am

        Yay for another Ferris Wheel! LOL, me too, Deborah!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 15, 2019 at 9:47 pm

        Thank you for your kind words about my book, Deborah! And Ferris wheel seems the most popular choice here so far. 🙂

    30. AvatarSherri G says

      April 14, 2019 at 9:48 am

      When I was young, my favorite ride was the Tilt-A-Whirl. Nowadays, it would probably be the Ferris Wheel.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 15, 2019 at 10:22 am

        Agree 100%, Sherri, same here!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 15, 2019 at 9:48 pm

        I’m learning about all these interesting rides thanks to Paula’s question. 🙂 Thank you for commenting, Sherri!

    31. AvatarJenni says

      April 14, 2019 at 2:57 pm

      Intrigued by this story & romance set at a different stage in life! My favourite rides would have to be a good old-fashioned carousel, and anything that spins really fast!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 15, 2019 at 10:22 am

        These stories are wonderful! Thank you for sharing, Jenni!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 15, 2019 at 9:49 pm

        Hello, Jenni! Glad you like the idea behind our stories. 🙂 And I love carousel, too! Thank you for stopping by!

    32. AvatarPatty says

      April 14, 2019 at 5:19 pm

      I love the big giant swings! Not sure if that is what it’s called, but that and the Ferris wheel are my favorites.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 15, 2019 at 10:23 am

        I can’t think of another name for the swings, either, Patty! Love them too!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 15, 2019 at 9:53 pm

        Thank you for commenting, Patty! I think Ferris wheel has been the most popular so far. 🙂

    33. AvatarGladys Paradowski says

      April 14, 2019 at 9:51 pm

      I love the Ferris Wheel. It is such fun to see everything that is going on throughout the fair. Being able to share the ride makes it even more fun…chattint, etc.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 15, 2019 at 10:24 am

        So true, Gladys, gives you a whole new perspective!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 15, 2019 at 9:54 pm

        I agree! Thank you for commenting, Gladys!

    34. AvatarAndrea Byers says

      April 15, 2019 at 10:16 pm

      Since most fairs don’t have roller coasters, I’ll say the Ferris Wheel. Loved the book!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 16, 2019 at 12:15 pm

        So glad you enjoyed the book, Andrea! I love the votes for the Ferris Wheel, lol! Roller coasters would be hard to have at fairs, as they move around the country so much, you are so right.

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 18, 2019 at 9:35 am

        Andrea, yay, so happy to hear you loved my new release! Thank you so much!!! And Ferris wheel is certainly popular here. 🙂

    35. AvatarJackie Smith says

      April 16, 2019 at 11:27 am

      Merry Go Round for me……no thrill rides! lol Love your books.!!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 16, 2019 at 4:15 pm

        I like that, Jackie, no thrill rides, lol! Thank you for sharing!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 19, 2019 at 2:05 pm

        Awwww, Jackie Smith! Happy to hear that you love my books! And Merry Go Round is wonderful. 🙂

    36. AvatarBrenda Murphree says

      April 16, 2019 at 2:24 pm

      When I was young I rode everything. The higher and faster the better I liked it. Roller coaster type rides I loved. But this past summer we went to the Tennessee Smokey Mountains and I rode what they called an Annakesta, it’s a chair lift over the mountains and valleys. I panicked and couldn’t get back on it to go back across. My husband and daughter found security and almost begged them to take me down the way they brought supplies to the mountains. So the security man drove me down the mountains. I was ashamed but was so scared I didn’t care. Well needless to say that’s the end of me riding anything high. Lol. When I watched it before I got on I wasn’t scared at all. I don’t know why I was scared all of a sudden. Never will do that again though.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 16, 2019 at 4:19 pm

        Wow, that is wild, Brenda!

        How interesting that it happened just like that, so quickly with no warning! I am glad they were able to escort you safely down!

        Thank you for sharing this, it gave me chills!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 19, 2019 at 2:07 pm

        What an amazing story, Brenda! Sorry you got scared, but I think you were very brave to get on it in the first place!

    37. AvatarPam Whorwell says

      April 17, 2019 at 3:12 pm

      I love the Ferris wheel and I also love the Merry-go-round. But most of all I love seeing the awe and wonder of the little ones faces at their first fair!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 17, 2019 at 4:34 pm

        Oh, yes, the children’s faces are the best, right?? I love kids!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 19, 2019 at 2:08 pm

        Thank you for stopping by, Pam! Yes, seeing the awe and wonder on the faces of the kids is probably the best par of the fair!

    38. AvatarRobin in NC says

      April 17, 2019 at 3:23 pm

      The Tilt-a-whirl used to be my most absolute favorite ride, but as I’ve, um, matured, they make me sick. 🙁 I’m not a fan of heights, so the Ferris wheel is out. I really prefer people watching & eating junk food. 🙂

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 17, 2019 at 4:38 pm

        I understand Robin! nothing funnel cakes at the fair!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 19, 2019 at 2:09 pm

        Robin, I think that’s my favorite part, too. I have to admit I’m scared of heights. Thank you very much for stopping by!

    39. AvatarLinda Marie says

      April 17, 2019 at 4:33 pm

      My favorite ride at a fair is the one that you get plastered against the wall while it spins around and the bottom drops out. Love it!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 17, 2019 at 4:42 pm

        Yikes, Linda, don’t know if I could handle that one, lol!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 19, 2019 at 2:10 pm

        Linda Marie, wow, I’ve never heard of such ride. Sounds thrilling but so scary at the same time! Thank you for sharing.

    40. AvatarNancy Burgess says

      April 17, 2019 at 6:06 pm

      My favorite ride at the fair is the rollercoaster.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 18, 2019 at 9:17 am

        Hi, Nancy! Thank you for sharing – roller coasters have never been my thing, lol, too chicken!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 19, 2019 at 2:11 pm

        Thank you very much for sharing, Nancy Burgess! And lol, I have to second Paula here.

    41. AvatarElaine K says

      April 18, 2019 at 4:11 am

      I can’t wait to read this series as my friends and I are all celebrating or have celebrated reaching 40 this year…how apt!! All our paths have been very different from what we expected in our teenager years in Northern Ireland.
      As to the fairground ride…I visited my friend and her German boyfriend (they married and still live in Germany) in Germany 20 years ago…they took me to this funpark and my friend’s boyfriend really wanted to go on the rollercoaster (I’m not brave). My friend totally refused so I took pity and went on the ride with him…I screamed the whole way round and when it was finished, my friend’s boyfriend didn’t feel well for ages afterwards …don’t know if he ever went on one again but I definitely didn’t!!!
      With all the reviews mentioning the Ferris wheel, think I would love to try that someday but my husband is not fond of heights so will have to find a willing victim to go with me!!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 18, 2019 at 9:23 am

        How wonderful, that is awesome, Elaine, congratulations! What an amazing story, thank you so much for sharing! I hope you find someone to ride the Ferris Wheel with you someday!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 19, 2019 at 2:15 pm

        Elaine, yay on our series being timely for you and your friends! I agree. If somebody told me how my life would turn out by the time I’m forty, I’d never believe them.
        That was so kind of you to go on the rollercoaster ride for your friend’s boyfriend. And lol on the willing victim! 🙂 That made me smile. Thank you very much for stopping by!

    42. AvatarDanielle Hammelef says

      April 18, 2019 at 7:31 am

      My favorite fair ride is the Ferris Wheel so I can see the entire fair and beyond.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 18, 2019 at 9:32 am

        Yay for another Ferris Wheel vote, Danielle! Thank you!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 19, 2019 at 2:16 pm

        Thank you for sharing, Danielle! There certainly seems to be a lot of votes for the Ferris wheel. 🙂

    43. AvatarSusan Shearer says

      April 18, 2019 at 2:24 pm

      My favorite ride is the ferris wheel since I feel like I can see forever.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 18, 2019 at 2:41 pm

        That is an amazing feeling, isn’t it, Susan? Appreciate you stopping by!

    44. AvatarDebra Rylander says

      April 18, 2019 at 2:36 pm

      I’m so excited to read all three of the books in this series. They’re written by three of my favorite authors!!!
      I would have to say that my favorite ride is the Pirate Ship, at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It gives me the feeling of flying, without wings or a parachute 😀 When I was younger, I would have said that my favorite ride was the Giant Dipper, but I’m a Grandma now and I can’t ride it with all my grandkids, because some are not tall enough. So, we all ride the Pirate Ship!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 18, 2019 at 2:40 pm

        Yay for the Pirate ship, Debra! That sounds like a lot of fun to do with all your grands! Thank you for sharing!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 19, 2019 at 2:17 pm

        Debra, thank you for being such a wonderful reader and for all your support! And Pirate Ship sounds wonderful!

    45. AvatarNancy Dormanski says

      April 18, 2019 at 2:38 pm

      I would have to say the carousel.

      I am not a fan of heights, or drops or spinning so rides and I are not the best of friends.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 18, 2019 at 2:41 pm

        Those fast ones get to me too, Nancy!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 19, 2019 at 2:18 pm

        Nancy, carousel would probably get my vote, too, for the same reason. Thank you for sharing!

    46. AvatarJan Hall says

      April 18, 2019 at 2:46 pm

      My favorite is the Ferris wheel.

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 19, 2019 at 2:18 pm

        Another vote for Ferris wheel! 🙂 Thank you for commenting, Jan Hall!

    47. AvatarLori Smanski says

      April 18, 2019 at 2:47 pm

      This is a wonderful post. This book looks amazing. You are very generous with this give a way. Thanks

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 18, 2019 at 3:17 pm

        Isn’t Alexa amazing with her generosity? And the book is wonderful! Thank you, Lori!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 19, 2019 at 2:19 pm

        Loris Smanski, thank you so much for your wonderful words about my new book! And I love Paula’s review, too. My pleasure about the giveaway!

    48. AvatarLinda Kish says

      April 18, 2019 at 2:54 pm

      I like the ferris wheel.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 18, 2019 at 3:19 pm

        Woo Hoo, another Ferris Wheel vote! Thank you, Linda, for sharing!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 19, 2019 at 2:20 pm

        Thank you, Linda Kish! Ferris wheel is certainly popular here. 🙂

    49. AvatarTina R says

      April 18, 2019 at 3:39 pm

      I’m looking forward to reading this new series!
      I loved all the fast rides when I was younger. The rollercoaster, Tilt-a-Whirl, and the Scrambler were my favorites.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 18, 2019 at 5:09 pm

        You are a brave girl, Tina!! I could never do those, lol!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 19, 2019 at 2:21 pm

        You’re very brave indeed, Tina! And I hope you’ll enjoy reading our new series!

    50. AvatarMJSH says

      April 18, 2019 at 4:55 pm

      Ferris wheel holds a lot of good memories.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 18, 2019 at 5:10 pm

        That’s so sweet, Mindy!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 19, 2019 at 2:22 pm

        Glad to hear Ferris wheel gives you a lot of good memories. Thank you very much for commenting!

    51. AvatarShirl Halverson says

      April 18, 2019 at 5:50 pm

      This is a good book on all points. It brings to mind memories of fairs and a simpler time. Way to go keep them coming.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 19, 2019 at 8:27 am

        Wonderful sentiment, Shirl! Thank you for sharing!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 19, 2019 at 2:23 pm

        Awww, Shirl Halverson, thank you so much for your kind words about my new book!

    52. AvatarMelanie Murray says

      April 19, 2019 at 10:27 am

      Anything that spins on the ground! 🙂

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 19, 2019 at 11:50 am

        LOL, Melanie, I have so many images conjured up in my head from your statement!! LOL

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        April 19, 2019 at 2:23 pm

        Thank you for commenting, Melanie!

    53. AvatarAlexa Verde says

      April 19, 2019 at 2:24 pm

      The giveaway is now closed! Many thanks to all who commented! The winner will be announced soon!

    54. AvatarAlexa Verde says

      April 19, 2019 at 2:37 pm

      Jackie Smith, you’re the winner! Congratulations! Both prizes should be in your inbox. 🙂 Once again, many thanks to all who commented. I loved reading your comments! And of course, heartfelt thanks to Paula for the wonderful review and hosting the giveaway.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        April 19, 2019 at 2:38 pm

        Thank you, Alexa, and everyone that participated! Congratulations, Jackie!!

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