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Young Enough

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Twists and turn! This is a good romance suspense thriller, well written and hot . The taboo relationship between brain and jane gets complicated.

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Great book and follow up to the first. Really enjoy this authors writing.as she always writes such compelling words. A gripping book with characters you just got to love. Can’t wait to read more from Charmaine Pauls in the future. I’ll be on the lookout for her name and grabbing a hard copy of her books too.

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Young Enough was the perfect follow-up to Old Enough by Charmaine Pauls. The story continues with Brian and Jane. Will they end up together? Will Brian's secret be revealed? This book kept me on the edge of my seat. The plot line was full of twists and turns. This book was definitely a 5 star book. I'm looking forward to reading more from Charmaine Pauls. I am recommending this series for sure!

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Thank you to NetGalley for a copy of this book for an honest review.
This book was just okay for me, if I am being truthful. I found male character to be too young but was portrayed as more experienced in life. It wasn't plausible to me.

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Old enough left you dangling and Young Enough is completely explosive.
I took it steady to 50% determined to savour and enjoy the relationship between Jane and Brian because in the back of my mind I just knew the complexity of these characters would unfurl and it it would hit the fan.
The role Abby plays in this and Janes parenting has her up for a super mum nomination.
Janes secrets and previous traumas unfold at such a rate I read the last 50% in one sitting.
Brian and the oh so bitchy Lindy come in to full horrific force and you wonder what can happen next.
This book is brilliantly written with a great story. What is age? Why is it ok if the man is older but not the other way round?
I just loooved it.
5🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

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Wooow!
This continues the story of Brian and Jane. So much happens in this one. Sooo much drama! I absolutely enjoyed every minute of reading it. Young Enough has so many twists and turns keeping me on the edge, I literally read it in one sitting.
This was perfect in every way. I'm in love with these two book omggg.
I cant wait to read more from this author :D

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4 <b> But I don’t know better </b> Stars
Our main character still suffers from very low self-esteem and is trampled on dramatically in this book and she just rolls over and takes it. This book really makes you ensure you hate her daughter Abby and if it was my daughter she would be getting some spankings and sent to reform school. This book was FILLED with plot twists so much so it gave me a bit of whiplash. I don’t think I need the amount of twists that was given. I think the final plot twist was a bit too easy but after the amount I survived to get to it I think it was worth it because I have an angst hangover
But the book is original and it reads really well. You grew so much is this duet with these characters but I wish the characters grew as well. None of our characters were without sin.
I hated most of the characters in almost a high five to the author way they were all completely horrible and all deserved misery

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I enjoyed this far more than Book 1 (and I really enjoyed that!). The story follows Brian and Jane through some lifechanging events and keeps the reader guessing until the very end. A great conclusion to a compelling read, highly recommended.

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Seldom have I read a book where the heroine is subjected to so much pain, suffering, and persecution. Jane is a genuinely good person and the way she was treated by most people in this book had me both heartbroken and livid. Honestly so many obstacles are put in front of Jane and Brian that I was doubtful the author could possibly reach a convincing HEA. However, I’m relieved to say that Ms. Pauls managed to pull it off. This was an emotional, heartbreaking, and at times, infuriating read. I genuinely liked and felt affection for both Jane and Brian and became so frustrated and down right angry with all the ignorant and small-minded people who saw fit to judge and condemn Jane simply because she loved a man significantly younger than she. I believe that age doesn’t control love and to whom someone is drawn. As long as both parties are consenting adults, it’s no one’s business what the age gap may be. Ms. Pauls did an excellent job of showing what women who are in relationships with younger men often face. If the tables had been reversed and Brian was significantly older than Jane no one would have batted an eyelash.

Brian was a great hero; he was devoted to Jane and willing to fight the greatest battles for her. He was also very hot and an alpha male. Jane was kind, loving, and a genuinely decent person. Old Enough and Young Enough were my first reads from Ms. Pauls and I can’t wait to read more of her work. I’m a pretty picky and discerning reader and can honestly say that I’m impressed with both the story, character development, and quality of writing.

I received this as an ARC from Netgalley and all statements are my honest thoughts and opinions.

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I also received an ARC from NetGalley and I can say this was just as good as book 1. I read it a few weeks ago and forgot to review it. Sorry. This is a really good series. (well, 2 books might not constitute a series) but I LOVED THEM! storyline completely believable and I just loved the characters.

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I read the first book in this duet, and gave it what I felt was 5 well-deserved stars. Then I read the conclusion of the story. I wish I could take back one of those stars, because while Young Enough is very good, Old Enough is truly worth of a 5 star review.

Have you seen The Pursuit of Happyness? or Pearl Harbor? or Saving Private Ryan? You know that moment when it just seems like the main character/s get no relief from all of the bad things that are happening? There are times in Old Enough when it feels just like that. It gets pretty heavy, but it sure keeps your interest because you want to see if Jane and Brian overcome.

I can't say enough about this set of books. They are well-written, and sexy, and interesting, and keep you on the edge of your seat. They delve a bit into some proclivities that I haven't read too much in other books, and I felt that it was really well done.

This is the first time I've read a story that takes place in South Africa. Often, the author uses words or phrases that we don't usually use, and it takes me out of the story briefly. But reading about a different culture made it worth it.

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This book is 5 ++++ incredible Stars !! Combined with Old Enough together they are 10 Star reads & make by favorite list of 2018

I received an ARC from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

This is book two in The Age Between Us series so you do need to read Old Enough before reading this book....

Some spoilers so I can elaborate on the storyline ....

In Young Enough we find Jane facing more losses- she is struggling to keep things amicable in her divorce but she looses her home to her ex & his ready made family with a baby on the way - her daughter has chosen to live with her Dad & one really big issue is her daughter wrongfully accusing Brian of molesting her ..... I was often thinking how much more is this character going to have to endure....

There is more she looses her job & has to move from the cottage she loves but ultimately & most costly is making the choice to leave Brian as she finds herself making choices that seem best for her daughter but necessarily for her ....

Brian is devestated he has done things that Jane needs to hopefully forgive him for - but nothing will change the love he feels for her .....

I am not sure I can do justice to how this series touched me & that is due in part to this extremely talented author - I actually felt such heartache for both characters !

There is a HEA but there are plenty of plot twists before you get there ... I am so proud of Jane who chose to move away to find herself again - change a career doing something she loved & in finding a way to foregive Brian found her true love again.

Excellent books do not miss this series !! This is the best “age difference romance I have ever read - & it’s really refreshing that the male chacter is younger!! These books do not disappoint in any facet of an awesome romance ❤️ Great characters ❤️ sizzling sexy chemistry ❤️ Very well written storyline & plot !!!!!

Happy reading & I also suggest adding Charmaine Pauls to your TBR author list

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So many unexpected twists and turns that I couldn't put it down!! This is my genre all the way and this was, without a doubt, one of the most well-written and well thought out story lines I have read. Sexy and suspenseful and so intense!! 5 starts all the way!

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Again .. perfection for me. This duet is one of my top reads for 2018. The story was super sexy and erotic but it was also more than just a romance journey. It was a growth journey and Charmaine Pauls executed it perfectly! Well done.

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I thought Jane and Brian had a tough time in book 1, I was so wrong. All the angst, injustice and betrayal that I can and cannot think of had happened in book 2. I was so heart-broken for Jane. She has been through hell; her life was filled with betrayal and abused from everyone in her life. No wonder she was so accepting in any injustice that was handed to her. Brian has also been through a lot in his short life. I admired how he dealt with his misfortunate positively and became the man he was. Things were happening and building so fast to a point I had no idea how anyone could come out unscathed. I was immensely invested in the story and I didn’t even realized that I was holding my breath while reading. Charmaine did an excellent job in wrapping everything up so expertly and realistically.

I truly loved and enjoyed this well-written and plotted age-gap romance. It’s gut-wrenching and angst yet sweet and heartwarming. I urge everyone to give this beautiful story a chance and read it with an open mind.

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Good book. I enjoyed both in the series. Charmaine is an exceptional author who weaves a wonderful story.

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In true Charmaine Pauls fashion, she pulled the rug right out from under us with this one!

I think I’m still recovering! Just when you think you had it all worked out.. Think again!

Hooked me from start to finish, and still has its hooks in me now, not willing to let go!

I can’t wait to see what’s next from this author. Her writing and stories grow from strength to strength, even when you think it’s no possible!!

**copy received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review**

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The first part of this explosive story had one of the best cliffhangers I’ve read in quite a while and along with the forbidden younger man/older woman trope, these lovers will come out of the closet and try to live their lives while juggling careers and their responsibilities. This captivating story has so many facets, in addition to the erotica, it kept me on edge racing ever closer to the end hoping that these two lovers would emerge unscathed. I started and finished Jane and Brian’s book in one sitting because in addition to the delicious eroticism, the story this author weaves is absolutely brilliant and so intricately woven I found it impossible to imagine how it would end. This book is fabulous! I read an early copy of this book through NetGalley and all opinions expressed in my voluntary review are completely my own.

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Wow, this book did not disapoint at all. It was full of tension, revenge, betrayal and love. Such a good read and I’m now sad the series is over. Will explore the authors other books now.

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I have never been so grateful to receive a free copy of a book in exchange for an honest review.

This is a two book series that needs to be read in sequence. I thought the first book was great, but I was frustrated that I had to wait for the sequel.

Hiwever it was worth the wait. The plot was fantastic, and I am going on three hours of sleep, because I just couldn't put the book down. There were several plot twists that were clevery introduced.

I seriously can't say enough good things about this series and Charmaine Pauls. I've been searching for this kind of book for eons and it was well worth the wait.

I would definitely buy this book for friends and family, and I can't wait to see what comes next for this author!

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