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Tell Me to Stay
Tell Me To Stay is a standalone, romance from USA Today Bestselling Author Willow Winters.
It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything – irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable - while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful story telling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This is the rebranding for Willow Winters Cards of Love: Three of Swords romance. The paperback and audio will remain under the Cards of Love branding and unchanged.
The ebook, however, has been revised with scenes added, it is still a STANDALONE.
It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything – irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable - while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful story telling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This is the rebranding for Willow Winters Cards of Love: Three of Swords romance. The paperback and audio will remain under the Cards of Love branding and unchanged.
The ebook, however, has been revised with scenes added, it is still a STANDALONE.
177 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 12, 2019
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Willow started writing after having her little girl, Evie, December 2015. All during her pregnancy with Evie she continued to read and she only wanted to read romance. She was reading a book a day — sometimes two.
In January 2016 Willow was staying up late with Evie and just thinking of all these stories. They came to her constantly so she finally sat down and just started writing. She always wanted to do it so she figured, why not? Today Willow cannot be happier for making that decision!
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Willow started writing after having her little girl, Evie, December 2015. All during her pregnancy with Evie she continued to read and she only wanted to read romance. She was reading a book a day — sometimes two.
In January 2016 Willow was staying up late with Evie and just thinking of all these stories. They came to her constantly so she finally sat down and just started writing. She always wanted to do it so she figured, why not? Today Willow cannot be happier for making that decision!
Want to know how to read Willow's books? Get a FREE PDF download from Willow here: https://www.willowwinterswrites.com/o...
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It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
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Amazon UK
It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
Shelved as 'no-way-jose'
June 2, 2019Let’s see... from the blurb:
“He was everything – irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable - while I WAS NOTHING “. Hmmm... not interesting, you know, the “I was nothing part”, not cool.
And from the blurb: “... and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. “
I am fed up with these “run away” characters.
You know, I wish I was weak enough, or had the meaning and resources to relocate and hide from everyone every time something tragic happened, or I was faced with a hard place or had a problem that seemed almost impossible to resolve.
And the weird and funny thing is that the “run away(er)” always come back to the very place they ran way from and to the arms of people they ran away from. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔
Wouldn’t be easier to face problems right away and save yourself years of heartache? 🧐🤨🤪😉
Overused ott plot. No, thanks
That sounds so ridiculous and this plot is another ott recycled one.
“He was everything – irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable - while I WAS NOTHING “. Hmmm... not interesting, you know, the “I was nothing part”, not cool.
And from the blurb: “... and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. “
I am fed up with these “run away” characters.
You know, I wish I was weak enough, or had the meaning and resources to relocate and hide from everyone every time something tragic happened, or I was faced with a hard place or had a problem that seemed almost impossible to resolve.
And the weird and funny thing is that the “run away(er)” always come back to the very place they ran way from and to the arms of people they ran away from. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔
Wouldn’t be easier to face problems right away and save yourself years of heartache? 🧐🤨🤪😉
Overused ott plot. No, thanks
That sounds so ridiculous and this plot is another ott recycled one.
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It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
Amazon
Amazon UK
It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
January 3, 2020
woah what a beautiful book! the emotions were real. at times, i didnt really liked Sophie's attitude as if she was just another burden to Madox but afterwards i understood where she came from. Madox, such a sweet and loving man but didn't know how to show love. both of them were hurt in their own way and i like how they eventually work things out. 4 emotional stars
May 14, 2019
Absolutely loved this second chance romance. It’s sexy, thrilling, and definitely hit the spot! Madox is BAE! Gah, I loved him!
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June 24, 2024
DNF’ed @46% for sanity reasons.
This book was supposed to be a quick read, but even though it’s only 177 pages, I couldn’t finish it. Everything drove me nuts: the strange main characters and their unhealthy relationship, the horrible sex scenes, the confusing story and the repetitive writing style including the annoying dialogue and inner monologue.
Since this was my first book by Willow Winters, I have no idea if all of her books are like this, but I’m pretty sure I’m not going find out!
Some „highlights“ from TELL ME TO STAY :
When he nipped at my ear, he called me his dirty whore and ecstasy rocked deep inside of me with his words. He told me I was his to fuck and use how he wanted, and I loved it.
Dirty whore. Exactly the pet name that really gets a woman going, right?
I didn’t tell him anything, because he never told me anything either. It was sex. That’s all we had by the end.
Duh! Sex is all you had when you didn’t talk to each other? Shocker!
“You just want to get me drunk so you can fuck me.”
“I’ll be fucking you either way, Soph.” The comment comes from me without hesitation. I bite my tongue to keep from telling her that I’ll be punishing her too. She’s fucking mine.
Lucky girl, eh?
I lower myself to the seat and pretend like his thumb brushing along my wrist isn’t everything I’ve missed. Simple touches, the sweetness of it. My heart longs for something more, but I tell it to shut up. I don’t want to think.
Yes! Remaining silent and stop thinking is very helpful when you don’t want to get involved in the same shit like before.
One thing I know for certain is when he’s close to me, all I can think about is pleasing him. I have an innate need to please him. I want to know more than anything that he’s happy with me–even though I’m well aware it’s not a healthy thought to have.
You’re right, girl, it’s not a healthy thought. I just wish you’d act on it!
“I was going to fuck you slowly, to tease you and torture you for making me wait this long to have you again,” I whisper my words and slowly her eyes open. Her baby blues find mine, and I hold them in my gaze. “I’ve missed you too much not to have you like I selfishly want.”
No surprise there. Atta boy!
And then I ravage her. Keeping my promise. The last time I touch her, she cums one last time with a single flick of my tongue to her clit and nothing more.
That’s after she already had multiple orgasms in no time. This girl is an orgasm machine. Honestly, I’m all in for whitewashing the reality in fictional sex scenes, but please keep a minimum of contact to the ground!
It’s when we aren’t physically together that she doesn’t trust I’ll be good for her. I can change that. I can be better this time. I will be. She’ll see it. She’ll stay this time. I know she will.
I don’t know if this writing style is supposed to build intensity or what. The only effect on me is the urgency of wild and nonstop eye-rolling.
I know what I want; I’m not accepting anything less. Her hesitation sends a prick of uncertainty down my spine, but I ignore it. I know she feels what’s between us just like I do. I know she does. It’s always been between us. After the four years she was mine the three years without her has simply been a waiting game. That’s all it was. Waiting. I’m done waiting now.
Okay, I get it. He knows it now. And he’s tired of waiting, right? Seriously, these repetitions are driving me batshit-crazy!
“I didn’t have a voice.” She stares into her mug as she tells me, “I didn’t know what I wanted in life.”
“What do you want now?”
“I don’t want to make the same mistakes as we did before… I know that much.”
Aww, the art of dialogue writing and logic again. She claims to know what she wants when all she knows is what she doesn’t want. That’s not that much knowledge, is it?
This book was supposed to be a quick read, but even though it’s only 177 pages, I couldn’t finish it. Everything drove me nuts: the strange main characters and their unhealthy relationship, the horrible sex scenes, the confusing story and the repetitive writing style including the annoying dialogue and inner monologue.
Since this was my first book by Willow Winters, I have no idea if all of her books are like this, but I’m pretty sure I’m not going find out!
Some „highlights“ from TELL ME TO STAY :
When he nipped at my ear, he called me his dirty whore and ecstasy rocked deep inside of me with his words. He told me I was his to fuck and use how he wanted, and I loved it.
Dirty whore. Exactly the pet name that really gets a woman going, right?
I didn’t tell him anything, because he never told me anything either. It was sex. That’s all we had by the end.
Duh! Sex is all you had when you didn’t talk to each other? Shocker!
“You just want to get me drunk so you can fuck me.”
“I’ll be fucking you either way, Soph.” The comment comes from me without hesitation. I bite my tongue to keep from telling her that I’ll be punishing her too. She’s fucking mine.
Lucky girl, eh?
I lower myself to the seat and pretend like his thumb brushing along my wrist isn’t everything I’ve missed. Simple touches, the sweetness of it. My heart longs for something more, but I tell it to shut up. I don’t want to think.
Yes! Remaining silent and stop thinking is very helpful when you don’t want to get involved in the same shit like before.
One thing I know for certain is when he’s close to me, all I can think about is pleasing him. I have an innate need to please him. I want to know more than anything that he’s happy with me–even though I’m well aware it’s not a healthy thought to have.
You’re right, girl, it’s not a healthy thought. I just wish you’d act on it!
“I was going to fuck you slowly, to tease you and torture you for making me wait this long to have you again,” I whisper my words and slowly her eyes open. Her baby blues find mine, and I hold them in my gaze. “I’ve missed you too much not to have you like I selfishly want.”
No surprise there. Atta boy!
And then I ravage her. Keeping my promise. The last time I touch her, she cums one last time with a single flick of my tongue to her clit and nothing more.
That’s after she already had multiple orgasms in no time. This girl is an orgasm machine. Honestly, I’m all in for whitewashing the reality in fictional sex scenes, but please keep a minimum of contact to the ground!
It’s when we aren’t physically together that she doesn’t trust I’ll be good for her. I can change that. I can be better this time. I will be. She’ll see it. She’ll stay this time. I know she will.
I don’t know if this writing style is supposed to build intensity or what. The only effect on me is the urgency of wild and nonstop eye-rolling.
I know what I want; I’m not accepting anything less. Her hesitation sends a prick of uncertainty down my spine, but I ignore it. I know she feels what’s between us just like I do. I know she does. It’s always been between us. After the four years she was mine the three years without her has simply been a waiting game. That’s all it was. Waiting. I’m done waiting now.
Okay, I get it. He knows it now. And he’s tired of waiting, right? Seriously, these repetitions are driving me batshit-crazy!
“I didn’t have a voice.” She stares into her mug as she tells me, “I didn’t know what I wanted in life.”
“What do you want now?”
“I don’t want to make the same mistakes as we did before… I know that much.”
Aww, the art of dialogue writing and logic again. She claims to know what she wants when all she knows is what she doesn’t want. That’s not that much knowledge, is it?
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It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
Amazon
Amazon UK
It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
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May 20, 2019TELL ME TO STAY by USA Today Bestselling Author Willow Winters is LIVE & ON SALE for 1 week only or FREE in KU!
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It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
Amazon
Amazon UK
It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
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May 16, 2019TELL ME TO STAY by USA Today Bestselling Author Willow Winters is LIVE & ON SALE for 1 week only or FREE in KU!
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It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
Amazon
Amazon UK
It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
Shelved as 'nope'
May 17, 2019Only 130 pages.
August 9, 2020
Tell Me To Stay by WW is a sweet second chance romance.
Sophie hasn't had an easy life. When she was at her lowest, she found comfort in Madox's arms. But when she felt that she couldn't possibly be enough for him, she ran. As far and as fast as she could. But as fate would have it, years later she landed back exactly where she had fled from. With Madox.
Madox has loved Sophie the moment he laid eyes on her. Only problem was, he never knew how to tell her. Showing is fine, but the girl needed his words. Which he didn't say until it was too late. Now that destiny had brought her back in his sights, would he still be the aloof man she had left or would he tell her exactly how much he loved her and ask her to stay this time?
I enjoyed reading Sophie and Madox's story. It was an emotional ride as both MC's overcame their pain putting their feelings out in the open and cleared all misunderstanding ending with a HEA.
Sophie hasn't had an easy life. When she was at her lowest, she found comfort in Madox's arms. But when she felt that she couldn't possibly be enough for him, she ran. As far and as fast as she could. But as fate would have it, years later she landed back exactly where she had fled from. With Madox.
Madox has loved Sophie the moment he laid eyes on her. Only problem was, he never knew how to tell her. Showing is fine, but the girl needed his words. Which he didn't say until it was too late. Now that destiny had brought her back in his sights, would he still be the aloof man she had left or would he tell her exactly how much he loved her and ask her to stay this time?
I enjoyed reading Sophie and Madox's story. It was an emotional ride as both MC's overcame their pain putting their feelings out in the open and cleared all misunderstanding ending with a HEA.
May 12, 2019
When I think of forbidden, dirty romance - willow winters is who comes to mind first thing.
This story as originally published as Cards if love: three swords. She has made it even ether than before!!
She creates a world that is forbidden, but so dirty and so delicious. She creates alpha males who demand obedience, but makes them real and they come to life from the words she writes. The back story of Sophia and Madox is well written by going between the past and the present. You know exactly what they went through and the misunderstandings. Actions do not speak louder than words in this book. Misunderstandings create drama that they learn and grow from years later. It is a sweet, dirty romance you want to buy and read over and over again.
Sophia and Madox. Totally swooning over here. I was captivated from the first word and need more of them. Sophia returns to a place she remembers heartbreak and sadness. She meets the one person she doesn’t want to see who creates these memories. As they continue their journey and get closer, secrets and misunderstandings are revealed. The truth comes out and they learn to forgive and forget the best way they can.
As always, Willow Winters is a one click for me every time. You should buy this, along with her other books.
This story as originally published as Cards if love: three swords. She has made it even ether than before!!
She creates a world that is forbidden, but so dirty and so delicious. She creates alpha males who demand obedience, but makes them real and they come to life from the words she writes. The back story of Sophia and Madox is well written by going between the past and the present. You know exactly what they went through and the misunderstandings. Actions do not speak louder than words in this book. Misunderstandings create drama that they learn and grow from years later. It is a sweet, dirty romance you want to buy and read over and over again.
Sophia and Madox. Totally swooning over here. I was captivated from the first word and need more of them. Sophia returns to a place she remembers heartbreak and sadness. She meets the one person she doesn’t want to see who creates these memories. As they continue their journey and get closer, secrets and misunderstandings are revealed. The truth comes out and they learn to forgive and forget the best way they can.
As always, Willow Winters is a one click for me every time. You should buy this, along with her other books.
May 25, 2019
N0t quite sure why but didn't connect with either MC's. Second chance romance and plus side, neither were with other people. Its more of a novella, under 200 pages really.
Both H/h had pretty crappy parenting background and so both withheld emotions, in relationship 4 yrs but from the flashes of the past, felt more like hookups for 4 yrs !! having sex in alleyways and such. The h did a run when she didn't get good response from H. Now back in town and same night hooked up with H again.
The flip flop between POVs and past/present felt disjointed to me, even though story has angst, I just didn't connect or feel the connection. The theme/story felt like it should have been emotional, but just didn't do it for me this time, was just ok.
Both H/h had pretty crappy parenting background and so both withheld emotions, in relationship 4 yrs but from the flashes of the past, felt more like hookups for 4 yrs !! having sex in alleyways and such. The h did a run when she didn't get good response from H. Now back in town and same night hooked up with H again.
The flip flop between POVs and past/present felt disjointed to me, even though story has angst, I just didn't connect or feel the connection. The theme/story felt like it should have been emotional, but just didn't do it for me this time, was just ok.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Shelved as 'couldn-t-finish'
May 29, 2019I think this author is just not for me. I gave this a try but I’m 33% into the book, and I still don’t se a clear story or plot. Supposedly these two (H/h) were together at some point, but she left him and now she’s back and sees him. That’s all I’ve got at over 30%. It has just been little telegraphic flashbacks that hint at a past relationship and then a weird present time in which the h just complains about trying to avoid the H, but didn’t happen. The rest has been their sexual encounters. Ugh! This is just not for me. I don’t know what this is but I prefer a good story.
September 24, 2019
There is not much to say about this but except that it was terrible. I think "a book" is actually not the right word for it, this was more of an outline of a story, which may or may not be turned into a book at a later point. It was repetitive, the story was disjointed and I could not even tell what the characters were.
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It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
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It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
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It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
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It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome, ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest; more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
April 26, 2023
Willow Winters outdid herself with this one! In the collection "Just one more touch", I definitely enjoyed this one the most! Madox was so possessive, and Sophie was so sweet! Overall my fav 😍
September 10, 2019
This one is so in-depth and the characters are so real and well written. I loved reading and couldn't put it down until I finished it.
Madox and his friends' rescue Sophie from a bad situation and develop a relationship. But Sophie doesn't know whether she should stay or leave. So she runs, to the other side of the country.
Now she's back and goes to a bar recommended by her best friend and freezes when she hears a laugh that she recognizes, Madox.
It's dirty, sexy, hot, romantic, twists, a second chance for love and virgin.
Madox and his friends' rescue Sophie from a bad situation and develop a relationship. But Sophie doesn't know whether she should stay or leave. So she runs, to the other side of the country.
Now she's back and goes to a bar recommended by her best friend and freezes when she hears a laugh that she recognizes, Madox.
It's dirty, sexy, hot, romantic, twists, a second chance for love and virgin.
May 31, 2019
I HATE when there's POOR COMMUNICATION!!! Or in this case, NO COMMUNICATION!!! It drives me mad! All this drama and BS could have been cleared up had there been??? You guessed it COMMUNICATION!!! I feel like I don't even know what I read or what the point was. What was up with their friends? Telling Maddox not to chase Sophie, Trisha tell her brother everything, all of it. The dynamic of everything felt OFF.
May 14, 2019
Willow has given her all to deliver this 5-star read. This is a shorter story, but she manages to make us feel the deep love Sophie and Madox have for each other in the first few chapters. We share in their love, their pain, and their grief, all because of the beautiful writing of this author.
Willow takes us on the elusive emotional roller coaster ride. Introducing us to the familiarity of first-love and makes you remember how easy it can be to fall into old habits and lost loves. She brings out the pain and the angst when love isn't enough. The pain of betrayal cuts like a knife, and worst of all, the hurt of being unworthy and unwanted. This is an inspiring love story that felt as real as real can be.
I loved they way Willow Winters laid out the book, starting each chapter with a tarot card definition, which I felt gave a little insight into what to expect and the feel for the upcoming chapter. This helped give me more insight into the characters, which helped me attach to them a little more.
Pride is such a nasty beast and it will build unbreakable walls if you let it. Not only was Tell Me To Stay a beautiful love story built around flawed and real characters, but it also doled out a heavy dose of reality check for anyone willing to listen and become aware of what might be burdening their own lives. I honestly can't wait to read it again and again. I know I'll get more and more out of it with each read.
Willow takes us on the elusive emotional roller coaster ride. Introducing us to the familiarity of first-love and makes you remember how easy it can be to fall into old habits and lost loves. She brings out the pain and the angst when love isn't enough. The pain of betrayal cuts like a knife, and worst of all, the hurt of being unworthy and unwanted. This is an inspiring love story that felt as real as real can be.
I loved they way Willow Winters laid out the book, starting each chapter with a tarot card definition, which I felt gave a little insight into what to expect and the feel for the upcoming chapter. This helped give me more insight into the characters, which helped me attach to them a little more.
Pride is such a nasty beast and it will build unbreakable walls if you let it. Not only was Tell Me To Stay a beautiful love story built around flawed and real characters, but it also doled out a heavy dose of reality check for anyone willing to listen and become aware of what might be burdening their own lives. I honestly can't wait to read it again and again. I know I'll get more and more out of it with each read.
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It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome,
ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest;
more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far
away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years
later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like
fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful
storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in
the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
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Author Willow Winters is LIVE & ON SALE for 1 week only or FREE in KU!
Amazon
Amazon
UK
It’s impossible to get over what we had.
He was everything — irresistibly handsome,
ruthlessly elite, and seemingly untouchable — while I was nothing.
Yet he protected me when I was at my lowest;
more than that, he wanted me.
He devoured me… and I did the same to him.
Until it all fell apart and I ran as far
away from Madox as I could. After all, the two of us were never meant to be together.
I never thought I’d see him again, years
later. Let alone be under him in the way I’ve craved since we said goodbye.
The attraction between us still burns like
fire, but time can’t change the past. And I don’t know if it’s possible for us to mend all of our broken pieces.
"Winters creates another masterpiece of beautiful
storytelling and leaves her readers breathless." - Nicki - The Overflowing Bookcase
This romance was originally published in
the Cards of Love collection. It has been revised with additional scenes. Happy reading xx.
May 19, 2019
Hard to let go
Sophie and Madox are complicated characters but yet they are also so simple. Sophie is 17 when she meets Madox but the story never gives his age. Madox and his friends basically rescue Sophie from a bad situation, making him her knight in shining armor. Madox feels protective of her and that is the start of an unhealthy relationship. She loves Madox but doesn't ever really tell him because she feels unworthy and is afraid she will lose him. They constantly fight and she leaves but she always goes back to him. She allows him to use her and talk to her any way he wants. He never expresses his feelings and comes across as uncaring as to whether she stays or goes. After something horrible happens to Sophie, she runs to Madox for him to use her but ends up feeling awful about it after. She tells him via text what she wants from him but when he doesn't reply, she leaves for good. Years go by and her dream job takes her back to New York. She feels like she is able to handle seeing Madox if she runs into him until she actually does. They start to fall back into their old pattern until she decides that she is actually better than that and leaves. Madox is trying so hard to keep from doing the wrong thing but things still implode. A dinner meeting with her new boss ends up changing the trajectory of their relationship again, but this time, will things change for the better? I have mixed feelings about Sophie and Madox. They were in an unhealthy relationship. The major lack of communication and the way Sophie allowed Madox to treat her was just wrong. Unlike Madox, Sophie could see the problems but was too scared to do anything about it. After she discovers herself, she finally is the person she needs to be in order to stand up for herself.
Sophie and Madox are complicated characters but yet they are also so simple. Sophie is 17 when she meets Madox but the story never gives his age. Madox and his friends basically rescue Sophie from a bad situation, making him her knight in shining armor. Madox feels protective of her and that is the start of an unhealthy relationship. She loves Madox but doesn't ever really tell him because she feels unworthy and is afraid she will lose him. They constantly fight and she leaves but she always goes back to him. She allows him to use her and talk to her any way he wants. He never expresses his feelings and comes across as uncaring as to whether she stays or goes. After something horrible happens to Sophie, she runs to Madox for him to use her but ends up feeling awful about it after. She tells him via text what she wants from him but when he doesn't reply, she leaves for good. Years go by and her dream job takes her back to New York. She feels like she is able to handle seeing Madox if she runs into him until she actually does. They start to fall back into their old pattern until she decides that she is actually better than that and leaves. Madox is trying so hard to keep from doing the wrong thing but things still implode. A dinner meeting with her new boss ends up changing the trajectory of their relationship again, but this time, will things change for the better? I have mixed feelings about Sophie and Madox. They were in an unhealthy relationship. The major lack of communication and the way Sophie allowed Madox to treat her was just wrong. Unlike Madox, Sophie could see the problems but was too scared to do anything about it. After she discovers herself, she finally is the person she needs to be in order to stand up for herself.
May 20, 2019
This story as originally published as Cards of love: three swords.
when I read 'Tell Me To Stay', Willow Winter completed all the missing details I needed. She brought me the heroes in the most transparent way.
I got to know them more deeply, I was disappointed, loved and learned the right way to love with them.
What's to say, Willow Winter know how to get into your soul.
like I sad in the cards of love; As a person who thinks fate is important in life and can deceive us, Willow brings us the tarot cards that fascinated me.
So, not all that is written on the cards always come true, but, hey, believing is a good thing if it strengthens us.
The story of Sophie and Madox is an amazing story. From one chapter to the next, we are exposed to the complex and deep relationship between them. Thee deep love that exists between them and that none of them is willing to give up on each other. The story brings you to search within the soul, within the emotion and frustration, the heartache and the desire to forgive and love. And yes, sometimes we need the hand of destiny that must be pushed, and who does not need a little push to get what he wants? Even though this intervention comes from an unexpected place.
The book name, 'Tell me to Stay' it's so perfect. Who does not want to stay? Who does not want to experience true love?
I'm Warmly recommend.
when I read 'Tell Me To Stay', Willow Winter completed all the missing details I needed. She brought me the heroes in the most transparent way.
I got to know them more deeply, I was disappointed, loved and learned the right way to love with them.
What's to say, Willow Winter know how to get into your soul.
like I sad in the cards of love; As a person who thinks fate is important in life and can deceive us, Willow brings us the tarot cards that fascinated me.
So, not all that is written on the cards always come true, but, hey, believing is a good thing if it strengthens us.
The story of Sophie and Madox is an amazing story. From one chapter to the next, we are exposed to the complex and deep relationship between them. Thee deep love that exists between them and that none of them is willing to give up on each other. The story brings you to search within the soul, within the emotion and frustration, the heartache and the desire to forgive and love. And yes, sometimes we need the hand of destiny that must be pushed, and who does not need a little push to get what he wants? Even though this intervention comes from an unexpected place.
The book name, 'Tell me to Stay' it's so perfect. Who does not want to stay? Who does not want to experience true love?
I'm Warmly recommend.
September 14, 2019
She's
He's
Together
This story had potential but it wasn't fleshed out well enough. Oh, and she's a complete doormat and he's an asshole and their relationship is dysfunctional and toxic. 2 stars is probably too generous actually. Normally I like this author's writing so I'm thinking it's either a case of it's me, not her, or this is a really early story of hers.
Borrowed via my Kindle Unlimited subscription.
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November 14, 2024
This book has been sitting on my shelf for nearly a year. I don’t know why I didn’t pick it up earlier because I absolutely ate it up. Tell Me To Stay pulled at my heartstrings and shwed a truly beautiful second chance for Madox and Sophie. Their chemistry was off the charts and even though the book wasn’t filled with spice, the angst was there and that was more than enough. The character development and seeing how different they were during the flashbacks versus in real time was beautiful. I love the redemption arc that Willow gave to Madox because I knew something fishy was going on when he said, “There was no text!” Adrienne’s involvement was a nice twist to the story and had me at the edge of my seat. Willow Winters never seizes to amaze or impress me with her stories so it isn’t a shock that I loved this one. If you haven’t read it, what the hell are you waiting for?
May 19, 2019
This was the first book of Willow Winters I've read and she hooked me! I loved this book but it wasn't due to swoony, fluttery feelings in my stomach. I adore Madox and Sophie. They were two broken souls who loved each other deeply, yet didn't know who to convey their feelings. I bawled, deeply shattered for them as they struggled to reconnect after three years being apart. And then to know maybe all those years separated didn't have to be...holy shit!
There's a lot of angst in this story but Winters gives you the long-awaited HEA at the end. And boy did I need it! I'm totally a new Willow Winters fan!
There's a lot of angst in this story but Winters gives you the long-awaited HEA at the end. And boy did I need it! I'm totally a new Willow Winters fan!
December 23, 2020
Sophie and Madox second chance was perfect. They both made mistakes in their relationship and grow from it through their separation but still both have an epic love for one another. Its a classic case of open your mouth and communicate but I am trash for this trope and loved it. I felt everything and Willow capture the emotionality of struggling to communicate your needs/ wants in a relationship and their consequences of not doing that.
I had not read book one in the series but this is a standalone and did not take away from my enjoyment of this in the least. Fantastic second chance with a love that held on through the years of separation.
I had not read book one in the series but this is a standalone and did not take away from my enjoyment of this in the least. Fantastic second chance with a love that held on through the years of separation.
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