Rivited can 100% be read as a standalone but I'm pretty sure you will want to go back and re-visit Jay Crownovers back catalogue.

I'm a huge fan of Jay Crownover and once again, I was not disappointed in a book she has put out. Rivited was much more heartfelt than I was expecting; it was touching and moving and packed full of "family" feels. This is a story that will really leave you feeling warm and squishy. That being said, there's also a nice suspensful sub plot runnign through that just gives the story an edge and will have you anticipating what is to come with each turn of the page.

The characters are muti faceted and real which means there's something there for everyone to connect to. They had fantastic chemistry and a relationship that builds and deepens as each chapter unfolds.

This was a great read and I would happily recommend it.
I cannot wait for Poppy's book and so will now sit back and await its release.

I was provided with a copy of this book from the Publisher via NetGalley; there was no inducement or obligation.

bring it on!....


finished this one late so I'm now catching up on reviewing it.

woweee. this one had me all kinds of hot and bothered.

I can totally appreciate just how much time and efforts goes in to writing theses stories. the story itself is seamlessly written in such a descriptive well informed way you feel as if you're apart of they're world. the storyline flowed great and everything felt well rounded. Nothing stuck out and made me think that shouldn't of been there. all the pieces of the puzzles came together perfectly resulting in a well written really enjoyable story.

Dixie is my new favourite person. She's looking for her forever man and she's positive she knows who that person is. Problem being he definitely isn't looking for his. Giving up on something that seems like a dead end she tries the online dating route....
girllllllll. Holy shit she had some rough rides there. No matter the turnout though she always had this infectious positive energy about her that made you want to think positive yourself. Don't mistake that for thinking she was like a walking glitter ball because she isn't. she just had a good mind set even though she has dealt with her own problems. I appreciate just how strong her character is. It takes more energy to be happy even when your not feeling in than it does to be miserable.

Church is definitely the perfect secretly sweet brooding alpha. Having spend the last decade running away from his feeling and not wanting the face his past he has become used to his solitude. His stand of don't mess with me demeanour is still very much an ingrained part of his personality but it also hides the fact that deep down he's a very scarred lonely man who doesn't know how to deal with a decade of guild and despair that's slowly creeped up over the years. The best part about him though is than when it all comes down to it he didn't deny this. he knows exactly why what and where an he isn't so much afraid to admit the problems as he is more afraid of facing them.
under all of it deep down he's a sweetheart though. his honestly had my heart melting for him and his horrible tragedies had my heart crying for the young man who lost more in his short life than anyone should in their whole life.

There journey of love and happiness wasn't easy. They both had a lot to overcome before the would find peace.. especially Church. like I said it was a pretty rough road but nonetheless beautiful. You get to see Dixie learn to be happy without trying to fix everyone else's problems and you get to witness Church's road to redemption, A second chance for him and also some real lessons in learning that no matter how much you fight it love always wins regardless of how much you will it not to.

I loved these pair together. Dixie is definitely the light to Church's dark. The chemistry between the pair is palpable. they're relationship went through a bucket load of emotions but in the end it love one out and it was sweet to read.
the side characters are always entertaining and this story is no different.

the story has a little of everything that you'd want in a story. It took me through a mini rollercoaster of emotions with a happy ending to boot. I cant wait for what's next.

Wheeler and poppy next maybe? that's sure to be a heartbreaker.

I've not gone into much detail because it would ruin the story for you however what I will say is that the standards of this books are still that same great quality Jay is known and loved for. Also that this books has emotional ties that blow way beyond fiction. this booked meant something and you could most definitely feel that through the writing.

my only one complaint would be I wanted an epilogue of them i'd of loved that however even still it was great without and it left you pinning for what's next.

<b>I kindly received this book via netgalley in exchange for an honest review</b>

Riveted is the third book in the series, Saints of Denver, by Jay Crownover. We have met Church and Dixie in past books and who wouldn’t be captivated but the spunky bartender and surly ex-solider bouncer.

Dash Churchill has lost more people he loved than one person should. To escape he turned to the armed forces and has never returned to the home that holds memories too painful to think about. But when someone at home needs him he turns to the one girl that had held him in place longer than he had expected – Dixie the girl who is there to help anyone who needs it.

Dash asks Dixie to go home with him and she jumps at the chance. But along the way weird and dangerous things begin to happen and as Dash and Dixie’s attraction to each other cannot be contained they must deal with the danger that is escalating and threating not just them but everyone that they love.

Riveted was a great addition to this series. While we don’t see to many characters from the previous series, Marked Men, there are some references to some beloved couples. I can’t wait to see how Wheeler and Poppy (the next couple to get a story) get their happily ever after.

If you’re looking for a girl with a heart of gold, a guy who needs some help getting out of his shell, and love sexual chemistry and a heartwarming story, you will like this book.

I received a copy of this book through Net Galley but my opinion is genuine.

Another addictive read.
Book 3 in The Saints of Denver saga follows Dixie Carmichael, cute, lovable waitress, and Dash Churchill, handsome, grumpy bouncer. Two complete opposites that really do attract. Dixie knows immediately that Church is her soulmate and one true love, unfortunately for her, Church has a lot of issues, and is unwilling to let Dixie anywhere near his heart, or his body for that matter. Fate has other plans though, and Church and Dixie end up taking a road trip back to Church's hometown in Mississippi and it doesn't take long for Church to renege on his vow to keep his hands to himself.
As ever, Jay's writing is impeccable, the story is compelling with a few twists and turns that I did not see coming, it definitely kept me on my toes. I'm loving this series which is a must for all fans of Jay Crownover.
I was provided with an advanced copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

5 stars. I absolutely LOVED this one. This series has been consistently strong - and this is the best book yet. I have to say, the Kristen Ashley feel of this book was very strong (and I am KA's biggest fan). I have read other books that are a clear ripoff of Ms. Ashley's work. In Ms. Crownover's work - you can tell that she is influenced by KA but isn't blatantly copying her writing style. Bravo. I devoured this one.

What a heart-warming book!



For me Jay Crownover has always been an author I could rely on to deliver a solid and captivating book. Riveted was a perfect example.



Back with Saints of Denver crew we finally learn more about the always frowning and taciturn Dash Churchill. He was the whole package - hot body, totally sexy, quiet, brooding, and a certain air around him. He was everyones volatile dream come true.

Dixie wasn't an exception, except for her he was more.

The women in her family fell fast, loved hard and deep. And Dixie had been waiting for a long time to fall herself. She never thought once, that when she fell in love it wouldn't be reciprocated.

Church had no idea that Dixie was falling for him. He had to bite his tongue every time Dixie was going out on a date. He kept himself mentally locked away. Not allowing himself to take what he wanted. Or to hope she could be meant for him. They were opposites in so many ways but most of all she was soft, where he was jaded.

His experience taught him that good things were taken away. Especially the women in his life. And it always could get worse. He felt helpless and the only way to protect his heart was to keep himself away from things he wanted - Dixie.

But a situation arose that forced him to ask Dixie for a favor.

And that favor would change the life as he knew it - forever.

I thought that Church was a very interesting character. From the very first time he was mentioned I took notice. Always a supporting character, he made me incredibly curious. I love guys that are more on the quiet and brooding side. And Church was all of that and more. He had been kicked in the heart too many times and emerged hardened and cynic.

I loved Dixie's upbeat personality. Whatever was thrown at her, she managed it with a smile. Her sunny and sweet-natured disposition was exactly what Church needed.

The couple had wonderful chemistry, and their road trip was filled with moments of healing, laughter and sexy times. At the end it was all about redemption, mending relationships and finding a way back to family.

posted today January 26th 2017

I am a Dixie! I urge those reading this book to make sure you read the Author's Note at the end. The story was complete and perfect the way Jay Crownover wrote it, but the Author's Note is the cherry on top.
I identified with Dixie immediately. The one in the family who everyone looks to, whether the realize it or not, to be the fixer, the mediator, the glue that holds the thing together. The ray of sunshine that sees the good when everyone else is wading- or barely keeping their head afloat-in the bad. It's good to feel needed, but it's exhausting waiting for someone to realize that maybe, just maybe, you could use a shoulder to lean on every once in awhile. Dixie was all of that plus the chipper waitress with her sights set on love for a guy who dared break free on the eternal grimace plastered to his face. Church had suffered so much loss that he bore the weight of guilt that was smothering his chance at any type of normal feelings. Hiding in Colorado rather than going home after leaving the military, Church didn't want to face his real life. However, when that life knocks on your door needing you to answer and come home- you go. Church had been in the service 10 years and hadn't returned once he was out telling his family he was in Colorado with a girl. Needing to take that "girl" back home with him, Church enlists the help of the sweet Dixie that offered up her friendship to Church at the start, but a friendship he never returned preferring to stay cut off and to himself. Church knows Dixie's personality would never allow her to say no to a "friend" in need so he asks her to go home with him. Boy- are they in for a ride!
Dixie fell for Church the moment she saw him. Not just looks, but Dixie saw something deep down inside him, plus when he touched her she lit up like the 4th of July. However, Church made it clear he was not looking for any type of relationship with Dixie. Trying to get her love and desire put to rest for Church that he declares he would never return, Dixie decides she needs to try to find the elusive love match she longs for and embarks on a dating frenzy with one disastrous date after another thanks to a love app. After an atrocious night with a momma's boy who has a momma from the crazy bin Dixie thinks maybe this dating thing is a bad idea. The next morning is when Church shows up asking her to go home with him and Dixie reluctantly agrees.
So many things are going on in this story that create the perfect balance of crazy, sexy, tragedy and healing.
The drive is on the back of his motorcycle and while Dixie has a past which should scare her off the machine- she gives in to her tendency to please everyone else despite herself. - and to ride across country with a man you love who really doesn't want you. (Or at least he thinks he doesn't). Dixie and Church find themselves opening up about their past to one another, fighting their attraction for one another- ok Church is the one who thinks he can't give himself to Dixie because that girl is all in! When a few questionable events happen that threaten the lives and safety of not only Church and Dixie, but the loved ones that he is going home for, these two are coming together (pun intended) to protect themselves and family.
When Church is able to deal with demons in his life, he might just see that the flip side of looking at things can bring a lot more happiness.

These two were sweet, sexy and took you on an awesome ride in this story. I love the Saints of Denver story and loved the branching out with these characters and with the possibility of a new series - please!!

The weaving a Wheeler, Kallie and Poppy story through this one leaves me excited and anxious for the next book in the series!!