piperkitty's review
5.0
I loved this collection of stories. They are all very unique and bring thier own quirky to thier stories. This anthology ranges from historical to contemporary romance. Showing some harder sides of love and some easier sides. Askew is a 5 star read you don't want to miss there's something for everyone.
kelli513's review
5.0
Book Review: Askew Ever After: A Limited Edition Romance Collection
(Paper Love by Aubrey Wynne)
FIVE STARS
The only story in this anthology that I was interested in reading was Paper Love by Aubrey Wynne. Ms. Wynne is a new to me author and I had heard some really good things so I read her story in this anthology.
I truly loved her story. The families of Joss and Ben are amazing and so supportive of everything and everyone.
Everything in this story is sweet and clean and wholesome. I truly love reading a good clean story occassionally.
KLH
(Paper Love by Aubrey Wynne)
FIVE STARS
The only story in this anthology that I was interested in reading was Paper Love by Aubrey Wynne. Ms. Wynne is a new to me author and I had heard some really good things so I read her story in this anthology.
I truly loved her story. The families of Joss and Ben are amazing and so supportive of everything and everyone.
Everything in this story is sweet and clean and wholesome. I truly love reading a good clean story occassionally.
KLH
jesbruno's review
4.0
Askew Ever After: A Limited Edition Romance Collection has a wide variety of novellas written in different troupes. This review is for Paper Love by Aubrey Wynne.
Paper Love is a “do I risk heart again for love” romance. The way Ben used origami to woo Joss was pretty original. Ben and Joss’s story is something I normally wouldn’t read (being a little too sweet) but I enjoyed this change. Aubrey’s writing was great and easy to love these characters. I would read another book by this author in the future.
Paper Love is a “do I risk heart again for love” romance. The way Ben used origami to woo Joss was pretty original. Ben and Joss’s story is something I normally wouldn’t read (being a little too sweet) but I enjoyed this change. Aubrey’s writing was great and easy to love these characters. I would read another book by this author in the future.
roxsannel's review
5.0
This is an anthology of romance, from historical to contemporary, from rock stars to cowboys, office romances and fated love, as well as a forbidden love and men showing their alpha and softer sides.
First, a rockstar made a choice which could have landed either him or the woman he loved in jail, he chose her and has to live with it until a chance meeting with her where he has to make another hard choice.
Second, a woman makes a decision which could either be the worst thing she could have done or the best thing that could happen to her, but which is it?
Third, next a big city girl has a thing for cowboys and when her best friend gets engaged to one, she decides a fling of her own is needed, but will she be able to leave him behind to go back to her big city life afterwards?
Fourth down the line is someone who wants to rewrite their life to make it something better as it falls apart around them, but what kind of life will it be and will it be any better than their current one?
Fifth one along is a second chance romance between past loves, when one is brought back to his hometown under sad circumstances and runs into an old flame in a flower shop, will their pasts be too much to overcome, or will they be able to give each other that second chance after all?
The sixth is a friendship to love story, but can the friendship remain while the love is there, or will tomorrow be too late to find out?
Number seven is a story where a single night will change a woman forever, but is the mysterious businessman she has connected with going to make her life better or worse once it ends?
Eighth on the list is my personal favourite, a tale of a man trying to win over his sister's best friend, but she isn’t someone to open her heart after grief seals it away. She is not the normal girl he would go for and he is intrigued by her wild and exotic nature and the chase is something he cannot resist, but she is wary that he is a player and only after one thing, can he prove to her that she is everything he wants and needs, or will she run a mile? This is a slow burn romance with a playful and charming pigeon as a bonus.
Ninth in the series is a tale of murder, after ten years away from her hometown and a dead ex-colleague in her shop, a woman must work with a ghost from her past to solve the mystery and find a murderer, but will they do it before someone else gets hurt?
Tenth is a god who has observed the creation of the universe and held it in his hands, observed the wonders within it, but can one small and delicate thing, love, derail the Godcode and destroy everything he has seen?
Second to last is set in a summer camp where an assistant is hired and their boss is preparing for a civil, but uncomfortable few months with them, however, when revelations begin, will it stay that way, or will things work out in the end?
Finally, a coffee shop waitress catches the eye of a billionaire CEO and he will stop at nothing to make her his, but will she fall for his money and charm, or after a night of conversation, food and passion, will she still refuse to be bought?
A collection of romances with something for everyone inside it, if you are looking for a book with happily ever after’s, then this could be the one for you.
First, a rockstar made a choice which could have landed either him or the woman he loved in jail, he chose her and has to live with it until a chance meeting with her where he has to make another hard choice.
Second, a woman makes a decision which could either be the worst thing she could have done or the best thing that could happen to her, but which is it?
Third, next a big city girl has a thing for cowboys and when her best friend gets engaged to one, she decides a fling of her own is needed, but will she be able to leave him behind to go back to her big city life afterwards?
Fourth down the line is someone who wants to rewrite their life to make it something better as it falls apart around them, but what kind of life will it be and will it be any better than their current one?
Fifth one along is a second chance romance between past loves, when one is brought back to his hometown under sad circumstances and runs into an old flame in a flower shop, will their pasts be too much to overcome, or will they be able to give each other that second chance after all?
The sixth is a friendship to love story, but can the friendship remain while the love is there, or will tomorrow be too late to find out?
Number seven is a story where a single night will change a woman forever, but is the mysterious businessman she has connected with going to make her life better or worse once it ends?
Eighth on the list is my personal favourite, a tale of a man trying to win over his sister's best friend, but she isn’t someone to open her heart after grief seals it away. She is not the normal girl he would go for and he is intrigued by her wild and exotic nature and the chase is something he cannot resist, but she is wary that he is a player and only after one thing, can he prove to her that she is everything he wants and needs, or will she run a mile? This is a slow burn romance with a playful and charming pigeon as a bonus.
Ninth in the series is a tale of murder, after ten years away from her hometown and a dead ex-colleague in her shop, a woman must work with a ghost from her past to solve the mystery and find a murderer, but will they do it before someone else gets hurt?
Tenth is a god who has observed the creation of the universe and held it in his hands, observed the wonders within it, but can one small and delicate thing, love, derail the Godcode and destroy everything he has seen?
Second to last is set in a summer camp where an assistant is hired and their boss is preparing for a civil, but uncomfortable few months with them, however, when revelations begin, will it stay that way, or will things work out in the end?
Finally, a coffee shop waitress catches the eye of a billionaire CEO and he will stop at nothing to make her his, but will she fall for his money and charm, or after a night of conversation, food and passion, will she still refuse to be bought?
A collection of romances with something for everyone inside it, if you are looking for a book with happily ever after’s, then this could be the one for you.
bwagner's review
4.0
This is a collection of romance stories that are written by some great authors. You will find something for everyone in this collection. They are great stories that are unique and creative. They are each different and they each bring romance to a new level. My favorite story is Paper Love. This is a story that will tear at your heartstrings. I enjoyed watching Joss and Ben’s character grow and what they bring to the story. They made great characters and I really enjoyed them. I highly recommend this book.
angelahayes's review
4.0
4 Stars
Askew Ever After: A Limited Edition Romance Collection brought together some wonderfully talented storytellers, each creating their own unique and individual story to add to this wonderful anthology. There are quite a few hours of pleasurable reading to be had here, with something to suit all romantics.
I have read a few of these author’s work before and love what they do. But most of the authors were new-to-me, so I really enjoyed exploring their work, getting a feel for what they do, and having more authors and books to add to my TBR. All the stories are really great- so do yourself a favour and grab a copy and start exploring the numerous enticing stories this anthology has to offer.
Authors included in this collection are:
-Twin Crucibles By: Dusty Grein
-Heart of Stone (An Amaryllis Outcasts Romance) By: Mandy Melanson & Elle Ryan
-Entanglement (A Godcode Novel) By: Adam Johnson
-Chasing Kadence By: Summer Davis
-Paper Love (A Chicago Christmas #2) By: Aubrey Wynne
-Sink Or Swim By: SD Dalessandro
-The Incubus Incursion By: Kyrii Rayne
-Under The Covers (A Friends to Lovers Novella) By: Krista Ames
-Turn the Page By: Rebecca Lovell
-Skin Deep (A Contemporary RomCom) By: A.J Mullican
-Blue Jeans and Bubble Baths (Lone Tree Ranch Romance) By: Dawn Luedecke
-Jupiter’s Curse By: Angelique Jordonna
-Second Chance (the conclusion of the “Flowers In December” trilogy) By: Jane Suen
-‘Twas the Night Before Murder By: Angela Scavone
-Her Generous Duke (Clean Regency Romance) By: Arietta Richmond
-Paint It Black By: Desire Luna
-Tomorrow May Be Too Late By: Jotham Austin, II
-Psychic (The Company of Spies Book #1) By: Tienna Wilde
-Love At First Strike By: S.M Nicholas
-Echoes of Yesterday By: Daniel Craig Roche
-Hunter (Billionaire Brothers Book One) By: Love Hadley
-Shattered Moon By: ShennonDoah Helms
-A Peek Into Forever (the opening to “One Night Forever’) By: Amy C. Beckinsale
There is a wide variety of stories (and elements) such as contemporary romance, second chances, sister’s bestfriend, friends to lovers, romcom, holiday/Christmas, billionaire, historical/regency, drama, chemistry, finding love unexpectedly, emotion, suspense, interesting and likeable characters- and so much more.
Just to mention a couple of my favourites-
Paper Love (A Chicago Christmas Book #2) by Aubrey Wynne was such a cute and sweet holiday romance. I really enjoyed meeting Joss and Ben- they really were perfect together. I was immediately intrigued by this story because I also grew up in Papua New Guinea- spending the first 12 years of my life there, so the fact that Joss had grown up there built an immediate connection with her- then add Ben into the mix and the story really ‘sang’. I loved the pigeon and origami elements- they added another element of interest to the storyline.
Second Chance is the conclusion to the Flowers In December trilogy by Jane Suen. This sweet story is all about second chances- with a very realistic and believable storyline. Ms. Suen definitely saved the best till last, as this is my favourite of the three books, for sure.
I am happy to recommend this Anthology! It is worth every cent of the purchase price- 23 books for the price of one…. Now that’s what I call a fantastic deal!
Happy Reading!
Thank you to all the contributing authors!
Askew Ever After: A Limited Edition Romance Collection brought together some wonderfully talented storytellers, each creating their own unique and individual story to add to this wonderful anthology. There are quite a few hours of pleasurable reading to be had here, with something to suit all romantics.
I have read a few of these author’s work before and love what they do. But most of the authors were new-to-me, so I really enjoyed exploring their work, getting a feel for what they do, and having more authors and books to add to my TBR. All the stories are really great- so do yourself a favour and grab a copy and start exploring the numerous enticing stories this anthology has to offer.
Authors included in this collection are:
-Twin Crucibles By: Dusty Grein
-Heart of Stone (An Amaryllis Outcasts Romance) By: Mandy Melanson & Elle Ryan
-Entanglement (A Godcode Novel) By: Adam Johnson
-Chasing Kadence By: Summer Davis
-Paper Love (A Chicago Christmas #2) By: Aubrey Wynne
-Sink Or Swim By: SD Dalessandro
-The Incubus Incursion By: Kyrii Rayne
-Under The Covers (A Friends to Lovers Novella) By: Krista Ames
-Turn the Page By: Rebecca Lovell
-Skin Deep (A Contemporary RomCom) By: A.J Mullican
-Blue Jeans and Bubble Baths (Lone Tree Ranch Romance) By: Dawn Luedecke
-Jupiter’s Curse By: Angelique Jordonna
-Second Chance (the conclusion of the “Flowers In December” trilogy) By: Jane Suen
-‘Twas the Night Before Murder By: Angela Scavone
-Her Generous Duke (Clean Regency Romance) By: Arietta Richmond
-Paint It Black By: Desire Luna
-Tomorrow May Be Too Late By: Jotham Austin, II
-Psychic (The Company of Spies Book #1) By: Tienna Wilde
-Love At First Strike By: S.M Nicholas
-Echoes of Yesterday By: Daniel Craig Roche
-Hunter (Billionaire Brothers Book One) By: Love Hadley
-Shattered Moon By: ShennonDoah Helms
-A Peek Into Forever (the opening to “One Night Forever’) By: Amy C. Beckinsale
There is a wide variety of stories (and elements) such as contemporary romance, second chances, sister’s bestfriend, friends to lovers, romcom, holiday/Christmas, billionaire, historical/regency, drama, chemistry, finding love unexpectedly, emotion, suspense, interesting and likeable characters- and so much more.
Just to mention a couple of my favourites-
Paper Love (A Chicago Christmas Book #2) by Aubrey Wynne was such a cute and sweet holiday romance. I really enjoyed meeting Joss and Ben- they really were perfect together. I was immediately intrigued by this story because I also grew up in Papua New Guinea- spending the first 12 years of my life there, so the fact that Joss had grown up there built an immediate connection with her- then add Ben into the mix and the story really ‘sang’. I loved the pigeon and origami elements- they added another element of interest to the storyline.
Second Chance is the conclusion to the Flowers In December trilogy by Jane Suen. This sweet story is all about second chances- with a very realistic and believable storyline. Ms. Suen definitely saved the best till last, as this is my favourite of the three books, for sure.
I am happy to recommend this Anthology! It is worth every cent of the purchase price- 23 books for the price of one…. Now that’s what I call a fantastic deal!
Happy Reading!
Thank you to all the contributing authors!
jennadb's review
4.0
Askew Ever After: A Limited Edition Romance Collection is an anthology and a veritable variety of different, unique and delightful romance stories brought to us by some wonderful authors;
Twin Crucibles by Dusty Grein
Heart of Stone (An Amaryllis Outcasts Romance) by Mandy Melanson & Elle Ryan
Entanglement (A Godcode Novel) by Adam Johnson
Chasing Kadence by Summer Davis
Paper Love (A Chicago Christmas #2) by Aubrey Wynne
Sink Or Swim by SD Dalessandro
The Incubus Incursion by Kyrii Rayne
Under The Covers (A Friends to Lovers Novella) by Krista Ames
Turn the Page by Rebecca Lovell
Skin Deep (A Contemporary RomCom) by A.J Mullican
Blue Jeans and Bubble Baths (Lone Tree Ranch Romance) by Dawn Luedecke
Jupiter’s Curse by Angelique Jordonna
Second Chance (the conclusion of the “Flowers In December” trilogy) by Jane Suen
‘Twas the Night Before Murder by Angela Scavone
Her Generous Duke (Clean Regency Romance) by Arietta Richmond
Paint It Black by Desire Luna
Tomorrow May Be Too Late by Jotham Austin, II
Psychic (The Company of Spies Book #1) by Tienna Wilde
Love At First Strike by S.M Nicholas
Echoes of Yesterday by Daniel Craig Roche
Hunter (Billionaire Brothers Book One) by Love Hadley
Shattered Moon by ShennonDoah Helms
A Peek Into Forever (the opening to “One Night Forever’) by Amy C. Beckinsale
I enjoyed them all but some of the stories I will mention are:
Entanglement (A Godcode Novel) by Adam Johnson is a little bit fantasyish and a lot Sci Fi. But an interesting tale.
Paper Love (A Chicago Christmas #2) by Aubrey Wynne is a sweet contemporary historical romance story. It is an endearing and entertaining read. Joss isn’t looking for romance but the more she ignores the man the more he sees this as a challenge he can’t refuse.
Sink Or Swim by SD Dalessandro is a tale where friends are broken apart but when the truth is finally shared will Vanessa understand or will the heartache be too much?
Second Chance (the conclusion of the “Flowers In December” trilogy) by Jane Suen is an emotional journey. Connor’s withdrawal from the world after his mother's death left Mary Ann wondering. When he recovers enough, he decides that he needs her but is she still there and waiting?
Her Generous Duke (Clean Regency Romance) by Arietta Richmond is a beautiful regency romance. Misunderstandings and two people who have to marry makes for an interesting read. If you are a regency lover then you’ll love this one.
Tomorrow May Be Too Late by Jotham Austin, II is a rom com that is a fun and interesting read and I enjoy reading romance from a male POV.
Twin Crucibles by Dusty Grein
Heart of Stone (An Amaryllis Outcasts Romance) by Mandy Melanson & Elle Ryan
Entanglement (A Godcode Novel) by Adam Johnson
Chasing Kadence by Summer Davis
Paper Love (A Chicago Christmas #2) by Aubrey Wynne
Sink Or Swim by SD Dalessandro
The Incubus Incursion by Kyrii Rayne
Under The Covers (A Friends to Lovers Novella) by Krista Ames
Turn the Page by Rebecca Lovell
Skin Deep (A Contemporary RomCom) by A.J Mullican
Blue Jeans and Bubble Baths (Lone Tree Ranch Romance) by Dawn Luedecke
Jupiter’s Curse by Angelique Jordonna
Second Chance (the conclusion of the “Flowers In December” trilogy) by Jane Suen
‘Twas the Night Before Murder by Angela Scavone
Her Generous Duke (Clean Regency Romance) by Arietta Richmond
Paint It Black by Desire Luna
Tomorrow May Be Too Late by Jotham Austin, II
Psychic (The Company of Spies Book #1) by Tienna Wilde
Love At First Strike by S.M Nicholas
Echoes of Yesterday by Daniel Craig Roche
Hunter (Billionaire Brothers Book One) by Love Hadley
Shattered Moon by ShennonDoah Helms
A Peek Into Forever (the opening to “One Night Forever’) by Amy C. Beckinsale
I enjoyed them all but some of the stories I will mention are:
Entanglement (A Godcode Novel) by Adam Johnson is a little bit fantasyish and a lot Sci Fi. But an interesting tale.
Paper Love (A Chicago Christmas #2) by Aubrey Wynne is a sweet contemporary historical romance story. It is an endearing and entertaining read. Joss isn’t looking for romance but the more she ignores the man the more he sees this as a challenge he can’t refuse.
Sink Or Swim by SD Dalessandro is a tale where friends are broken apart but when the truth is finally shared will Vanessa understand or will the heartache be too much?
Second Chance (the conclusion of the “Flowers In December” trilogy) by Jane Suen is an emotional journey. Connor’s withdrawal from the world after his mother's death left Mary Ann wondering. When he recovers enough, he decides that he needs her but is she still there and waiting?
Her Generous Duke (Clean Regency Romance) by Arietta Richmond is a beautiful regency romance. Misunderstandings and two people who have to marry makes for an interesting read. If you are a regency lover then you’ll love this one.
Tomorrow May Be Too Late by Jotham Austin, II is a rom com that is a fun and interesting read and I enjoy reading romance from a male POV.
rooskie87's review
5.0
First off this is an amazing set of authors, some new, some ive read and enjoyed before. All are great reads and there's a little of something for everyone in this set.
This will focus on Paper Love by Aubrey Wynne.
I absolutely loved this story. Even though its a fast read. I felt I got to know what I needed to know about the characters to feel connected. Joss isn't looking for anyone, she is trying to make some life decisions and thanks to a friend and her sister, she's taken to a social party and meets her best friends brother for the first time.
Ben wasn't what I thought he would be like once you got to know him a bit.
Great read. Will be reading the rest of these over the next few weeks!
This will focus on Paper Love by Aubrey Wynne.
I absolutely loved this story. Even though its a fast read. I felt I got to know what I needed to know about the characters to feel connected. Joss isn't looking for anyone, she is trying to make some life decisions and thanks to a friend and her sister, she's taken to a social party and meets her best friends brother for the first time.
Ben wasn't what I thought he would be like once you got to know him a bit.
Great read. Will be reading the rest of these over the next few weeks!
hncald78's review
4.0
I was so excited to see my preorder finally arrive in my kindle and couldn’t wait to dive in. This is a fantastic collection of stories that are quick and easy reads. If you enjoy romance stories that cover quite a bit of ground, this collection is one you will enjoy. One stand out for me was “Paper Love” by Aubrey Wynne. I immediately connected with Joss and loved reading about her and Ben. It was an emotional story that connected to the heart. Loved this story and the entire collection. Recommended for all romance lovers.
tracy_wilkin93's review
4.0
Askew Ever After: A Limited Edition Romance Collection (Paper Love by Aubrey Wynne) is a nice little story with easy to relate to characters and a believable story. Their story rolled effortlessly through the chapters and appealed to my romantic heart. There were many things I found endearing, such as the unique, yet quirky personality of Joss and Ben’s quiet tenacity and never give up attitude. Between them, they kept me ardently entertained. The author very cleverly engages the reader with wit and candor. A titillating read that I read way too quickly, but enjoyed immensely. 4 stars.