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First Time We Laughed

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This is the second book in the series of 'Timing is Everything' . The main characters are architect Jackson Lovett and florist Jillian Castillo. They met through friends and started dating, however everything fell apart and Jackson still isn't sure why.
When they are organising a surprise for their friends together will they take the opportunity to work things out between themselves?

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This was the first book I have read by this author and really enjoyed it. Story line and characters were well written and book was hard to put down once I started reading it.

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I received a copy of this story to read and honestly review.
This is a good second chance romance story. The H and h’s story starts because they have mutual best friends, and know of, or about, certain family members on each others side. There is that instant connection click when they first meet. But then there comes misunderstandings, and quite a bit of miscommunication, that end up tearing their relationship apart. One of those (major) misunderstandings is whether it’s a case of his business versus her business. So the road back to each other is learning how to communicate better with one another, and remembering not to make jump decisions without talking to each other. The road to Love is wrought with all kinds of obstacles.

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This is the second book of Timing is Everything series and it is the first book by Ms. Miles that I have had the pleasure of reading. I think she did a really nice job of describing the characters and the scenes and really pulling you into the story. The series is best read in order, but this book can be read as a standalone as I had no trouble following the story. Jillian and Jackson were great characters and I enjoyed seeing them as a couple. The attraction and chemistry between them was definitely strong. It was quite the journey for them, however, before they arrived at their happy ending. Miscommunications and misunderstandings played a big part in that. The story displayed quite a range of emotions and had some seriousness and humor and lightheartedness, and the dialogue between the characters was witty and entertaining. Overall, this was an enjoyable and entertaining book and I am glad to have had the opportunity to read it.
I received a complimentary copy from Netgalley and am voluntarily leaving my review.

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I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinion from NetGalley.
This is a wonderful story and one that you don’t want to miss. The character development was rich and I felt like I knew the characters in real life. I didn’t want to read this story too fast because I didn’t want.it to end. I recommend that you add this book to your reading list/

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This is a new author for me and its book 2 in a series but it easily stands alone. Its a great second chance at romace story.

This is Jack and Jills romance. She dumped him because he works A LOT. He has no idea why she dumped him. When he starts planning a engagement party for their best friends they start spending time together and when Jack needs help Jill is there for him.

This was a well written romance with depths to its characters and also had an awesome story. It is not a light read either. Several tough subjects are discusse.

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I received an arc from NetGalley and this is my honest opinion.
Jillian and Jackson’s story is one you do not want to miss. Jillian halts the breaks on their relationship and Jackson has no idea what he did wrong.
After a break it seems their connection starts again when they are to be the best man and maid of honor for David and Alyson. As they start to assist with wedding planning they grow closer again but another person expects to start something with Jillian.
Soon things start to shake up and the accident happens. Can Jillian and Jackson work through These bumps in their relationship?
I have to say there were tears, laughter and heartache in this book. It will pull at your heart strings.4.5 atars

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This is a good book. The two main characters are Jillian and Jackson. Jillian owns a floral shop and Jackson is an architect. They meet and dated for a month and broke up. A couple of months later their best friends are get married so they decide to plan a bachelor and bachelorette surprise party. While they are planning it they realize they are good together and fall in love.

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Jillian Castillo has never quite recovered from her brief relationship with Jackson Lovett, and when her heavily pregnant sister calls for her help she drops everything to look after her sister and her nephew.

Jackson is falling down the tunnel of a workaholic and it is started to affect his daily life. The project that was meant to make his company is starting to pull him down.

Jillian is the Maid of Honour for her friend where Jackson is the best man to the groom his friend and former partner David. Jackson wants to do something special for the Bride and Groom and needs the Maid of Honours help to achieve it.

Can Jillian and Jackson work together to arrange this special surprise and can they ignore the simmering chemistry in the background.

This was a great story, I liked the fact that the problems didn’t just disappear in puff of smoke and also that they didn’t just forget all their previous problems and jump into a relationship.
The characters are engaging and you really feel like you are there in the room with him. I read this book in 24 hours so definitely a book I would have no problem in recommending.

Thank you to Netgalley for providing me with a copy of this book in return for an honest review.

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The second book in this series. Jillian and Jackson met through friends and started dating but then everything fell apart and Jackson still isn't sure why.
When they are organising a surprise for their friends together will they take the opportunity to work things out between themselves?

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It was an easy read. And the plot was interesting enough to keep me hooked till the end. I really like the MCs, and the romance was top notch. Overall, it’s a 3.5 star read for me

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