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Gwen

Love. Who needs that? Who would want that? Who hasn't had their heart split in two, because they were never their first option, and damn sure their second. I have. But I stayed. Why did I stay? It was love. I wanted to finally feel that I was wanted. It didn't matter if he thought I was worthless. It didn't matter if he degraded me, because he felt like it. Any love is better than no love...right?

Hawkins

Every day, I'm haunted and tormented. When I look in the mirror I see a failure. A failure that let people that needed me down. I worry that it will happen again. If it happens to the people I care about the most, I don't think I could live with myself. Can I put my torturous past behind me and start to enjoy life? Especially now that I have a reason to live it?

Suddenly Us is a spinoff to the Incapable Series and can be read as a standalone. Its story takes place during the same timeframe as Infinitely Mine, which means it also features characters, as well as a few scenes from Infinitely Mine.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B06XWHDMRY
Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 10, 2017
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 464 KB
Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 264 pages

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Marie Skye is a USA Today Bestselling Author, and International Bestselling Author. She's your average career-driven woman by day, and a hidden lover of all things dirty by night. Or, as she likes to say, professional by day; author whore by night.

An army brat, and now just a brat. She currently resides in Austin, TX where there really is a difference between breakfast burritos and breakfast tacos, but she really doesn't know what the difference is.

If it's dark and full of inappropriate material. She's attracted to it. She prefers making her characters work for their happy ever after if they get one, and she has no problem making sure they endure every obstacle to try to get there. She's known as not having a filter, and if she's asked for an opinion, be prepared to get a response that's most likely a mixture of sarcasm and bluntness.

She also has a soft side and volunteers her time to support Elephants, as well as not attending any events that has elephants in their acts. She also loves sloths, and cute kittens, and prides herself on being able to quote the entire series of Friends.

Marie is the type of person that can be friends with anyone, but if you have cake, you're pretty much her best friend.

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Lisa X

I LOVED this book!!!!!

Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2017

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Suddenly Us by Marie Skye Rated 5 stars

Talk about starting off with a bang! My jaw is literally on the floor right now. If this is just the beginning of this book I can only imagine what the rest will hold for me. Gwens online date is quite the creep! Thank goodness Hawkins came to the rescue! Then later when Grayson is looking for security detail for the girls night out and Hawkins rejects a guy for Gwen saying he is a criminal because he has parking tickets. Ha ha ha....he is in so much trouble! This is a great start to the book. It pulled me in with the shock moment which went to sympathy for the girl then a hot guy rescue!

I loved reading this book! It is my first book by Marie Skye and it will not be the last. This book was suspenseful, had head-shaking humor and let's not forget heart swelling love. There each had some personal issues to deal with and they were dealt with in this story. I don't want to give much away :-) it really made me FEEL for each of their plights. Having never experienced either I felt like I could understand each issue with the way it was written. I loved all the characters in the book even though sometimes I felt like I was missing something. It does make me want to ready about Grayson and Emmalin's story. So that will be next on the agenda.

Hawkins is one scary guy. Not sure I would want to meet him on the dark somewhere unless he was on my side. He is a alpha guy who protects all that he cares about no matter what. I loved the reception he got when he visited his family. It made my heart swell. On the flip side I felt sorry for him with his previous marriage....he deserves more than her! Hopefully he can get Gwen to comply and she will be his.
Gwen seems very unsure of herself. I know she was in a bad relationship but she is lucky Hawkins didn't give up on her. If only everyone could have their own Knight in shining armor :-) named Hawkins.
They each gave all they have to other people that didn't care about them. What do they have left and is it enough for each other?

So many favorite moments in this story and the ending couldn't have been better!

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I need you to say "yes" to the next question

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Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2019

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An enjoyable read. They were actually a super cute couple. The h was a tad annoying in the beginning with her body image issues and a lack of experience issues. However once you get to the heart of it it become less annoying and more sad. She needed to clean house in her life. The H was a good strong influence that balanced everything out.

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Laura Furuta

This is the love story of Gwen and Hawkins

Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2017

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Suddenly Us
By: Marie Skye
5 out of 5 stars

The story Suddenly Us by Marie Skye is a mystery/suspense romance book. This is the love story of Gwen and Hawkins. Two souls that are haunted by the past. Looking for true love and their soul mate. Will they find what they are looking for in each other’s arms? There are some books that just leave an imprint on your heart and this story is one of them. If I could I would rate it far higher than a 5. This story had me from the very beginning and I couldn’t stop until I had read the ending page. Not only is the story amazing, so are the characters of Gwen and Hawkins. Gwen is a woman who has self-doubts about herself. She has been hurt and doesn’t believe that any man can look past how she looks to see what is really inside. Her friends try to reassure her of her beauty and that she is a person worthy of having true happiness. Then one night changes everything. Gwen finds a connection beginning between her and Hawkins. Will she let him into her heart?

Hawkins is a man that is haunted by his past. His life fell apart because of a failed romance and then a failed mission. He then finds that he has a connection with Gwen and would protect her at all costs. Hawkins is a man that takes his current work very seriously. Security is what he does and prides himself on making sure that when he is on the job his attention is fully focused on the task at hand. He is finding this harder and harder as his feelings for Gwen grows. His protectiveness comes out in full force. Can Hawkins convince Gwen that she is worthy of his love and that she is the one that has stolen his heart?

I have read previous books by the author and when I found out that she wrote this new one I just had to read it. Her characters come alive and are unforgettable. The story will have you rooting for Gwen and Hawkins to get their HEA. If you’re looking for a story that will leave you breathless, this is the one. This book does deal with sensitive subjects and has adult situations. It would be recommended for those 18 years of age or older.

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Pam Snell

AMAZING!!!

Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2017

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WOW!!! I loved this book so much. Hawkins is the PERFECT gentleman and I think that Grayson has taught him a lot on how to handle a woman. Hawkins was just amazing and HOT as can be. He had me swooning over him. Hawkins works for Grayson and his number one job is to protect Emmalin. Grayson lost her once and it was Hawkins job to make sure it never happened again. I loved how sweet and caring he could be and when he wanted something he did not let anything stop him from getting it. He has his eyes and heart set on one woman and he would be the perfect man for her.
Gwen is Emmalin’s best friend and they are as close as sisters would be. Gwen thinks that she is fat and not attractive at all which is far from the truth and Emmalin tries to make her see that all the time. She was in an abusive relationship and Blake made her feel like she had a horrible body. Gwen is a beautiful woman with some amazing curves and she just needs to find the right man to appreciate her and take care of her the way she truly deserves.
This book is just so well written as always with one of Marie’s books. She has a knack for making the characters come to life on the pages. I was so engrossed in the book that I felt like I was there watching the characters. Her heroes are the perfect men in my eyes and I can’t ever get enough of them. I look forward to more of the series and love hearing what the other characters are up to. Thanks for a fabulous book Marie.

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mhebert

Great sexy short read

Reviewed in Canada on October 28, 2018

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A great short read. I enjoyed this book very much. It has a bodyguard/military storyline. I enjoyed the closeness of the characters to their friends they choose as family. I really enjoyed the sensual sex scenes and the dominant alpha. The twist was a pleasant surprise. Enjoyable read!

Angela Hayes

A Must Read Novel!

Reviewed in Australia on May 6, 2017

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5 Stars

Suddenly Us is a phenomenal book written by Marie Skye. I fell in love with Ms. Skye’s work while reading the Incapable Series. Her books branded themselves on my heart and I became an insta-fan. I had been anticipating the release of this book for a while now and was really excited to finally have it in my hands. I never questioned if it would be any good- that’s a given. I am happy to report that this story is all that I could have hoped for, and more…… it’s delicious- completely addictive and tremendously entertaining.
Gwen made my heart ache for her. I wanted to storm the pages of the book and put a few people in their ‘places’. She had been conditioned for so long into believing that there was something wrong with her, that she was flawed and unacceptable. Her mother spent most of the time trying to control her appearance, diet, and life. Having such a low opinion of herself then left her vulnerable to being preyed on and used; and so Blake comes into her life and does exactly that. Again nothing she did was good enough, but Gwen settled because she was in love with him and was determined to make things work. She constantly made excuses for his bad behaviour, because she was so desperate to feel wanted and loved. Ultimately Blake betrays her. WOW, how am I not surprised that the douche-canoe could be even more contemptible than he already was!
Her experience has left her with absolutely zero self-worth; she is still reeling from her disastrous history with men but is determined to try to move on. She finds herself agreeing to a ‘date’ with a man she’s only spoken to over the internet. Needless to say, the evening ends badly and she walks out on the date, right into the path of a dangerously sexy man, who she vaguely recognises.
Hawkins Michaelson is head of security for Grayson Mandrake and he was introduced to us in the Incapable Series. He has had a difficult past and is dealing with feelings of failure, as well as being haunted by his experiences during his military career, and also since then. He is completely career focused and his life revolves around his job. Yes, he felt compelled to come to the defence of the beautiful woman- but he didn’t expect that act would be the first step in her capturing his heart. These two are perfect for each other and exactly what they need to begin to heal. Through the story, they will need to prove their mettle. Will Hawkins help Gwen to finally appreciate what a beautiful person she is, inside and out? Will Gwen’s presence be the remedy to the self-recrimination that has plagued Hawkins for so long? Can these two learn to trust again, put the past behind them and begin to ‘live’ again? What does the future hold for them?
This is such a panty-melting, oops- I meant to say heart-melting story.
I love how Ms. Skye is able to create such wonderful characters, who captured my heart and enticed me into their story. They are so well developed and believable, I really couldn’t help investing in them and their story. I accompanied them through their experiences, cheering them on; I was completely captivated by them. Hawkins was just so swoon-worthy. A true Alpha male, with a body made for sin. I love his dominate side, but he also has a beautiful romantic streak. I am a little torn because I had given my heart to Grayson in Ms. Skye’s Incapable Series- but I have decided to become polyamorous, because I really don’t want to have to choose between them. I loved watching Gwen develop and blossom through the course of the story. She is such a great person, who deserves every happiness. I loved seeing the cast from the Incapable Series make an appearance in this story as well. It was great to catch up with them and discover what has been happening in their lives. Oh, and the Steam-factor in the story is off-the-charts HOT!!!
I am now eagerly awaiting Ms. Skye’s next offering.

A Gold Medal Performance! Thank-you Ms. Skye!

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Lani Bookaholic

NOTHING SHORT OF A MASTERPIECE!!!!!!! P.s Hawkins is MINE!!!!!!!!!!

Reviewed in Australia on April 18, 2017

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I am a massive fan of everything that Marie Skye has published, but this book is beyond anything that I could of ever thought this book would be. It smashed through my expectations and has touched me in a way that is equally heartwarming and heartbreaking. We meet Gwen, who is beautiful and sweet but has extreme low self esteem. The most important people in her life have been the ones to constantly put her down while mentally, emotionally and sometime physically abusing her to make herself believe she is unworthy and incapable of being loved. Hawkins is head security of Gwen's bestfriend Emmalins husband Grayson. Hawkins (yes ladies, he is extremely HOT) is intense, unwavering in his attention, protective and loyal, when his paths cross with Gwen he finds an undeniable chemistry that now captures his mind, body and soul. When battling their own demons, they try to trust one another with the burdens that have plagued them constantly, but their battles aren't so easily done. Throughout the book we get to see Gwen and Hawkins navigate their relationship with hardship and struggle and both wondering if they can fix one another enough to make it work and last.
I have read a lot of books in my life, but I have never been so emotionally invested and empathetic towards a character like Gwen, there was something so relatable and captivating about her story that it resonated to me unlike any other character I've ever read. She seemed so fragile and downtrodden, yet I saw strength in her ability to keep going. Hawkins was the perfect balance and character for the endless strength, support, protection and understanding that he provided not just to Gwen but to his family and friends. Marie Skye is extremely talented and her books are just so seamlessly written with the magic to captivate and consume her readers giving them an unforgettable story every time with effortlessness and pure brilliance. Characters that have a strength and vulnerability to them that command your attention and weave a special place in your heart to always remember and cherish that uniqueness that only Marie can provide. This book is simply a masterpiece and will be the most memorable book for me for years to come.

~~Reviewed by Lipsmackin Goodbooks~~

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