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Harper is single and happy, she is doing what she loves, rescuing and rehabilitating abused animals. Her dream is to train her rescue horse Phoenix to Triple Crown. Aidan thought he had everything in Ireland but lost everything due to betrayal. He comes to US to relax and start over, to find a perfect horse to train. What he didn't except, was horse and a woman, both are awesome. Harper's and Aidan relationship progress, but what would happen, when he get an offer he cannot refuse. Would love they share will be enough?
All Roads Lead to You by Jennifer Probst is a great addition to the Stay series. When I received an invitation from the publisher, via Net-Galley, I eagerly accepted since I’ve read the first two in the series. My opinions are my own and are not influenced in any way.
I quickly became engaged in the story. I remembered the heroine from the previous books, and I was so glad when I realized All Roads Lead to You was Harper’s story. The novel follows her desire to heal Phoenix, an abused race horse she believes has the ability to win the triple crown. The story is well written and emotionally charged. The pacing is excellent and kept me engaged from the first page to the last.
Harper Bishop’s character is endearing. Her tenacity and determination to save abused and neglected animals is amazing. While she has always guarded her heart and never expected to fall in love, she can’t resist her new horse trainer with dark Irish good looks and his gentle manner with her beloved animals.
Aidan O’Connor is a great hero. His determination to train Phoenix so he can race, borders on obsession, but in a good way. He doesn’t give up when the horse bulks in his first race. Instead, he is driven to find out what is causing his issues, and he does. He’s no more ready for a relationship than Harper is. Afterall, he’s been betrayed by his ex-lover, and his best friend.
The chemistry is strong between Harper and Aidan and sparks fly from their first meeting and only grow stronger as the story progresses. They might have wanted to only have a professional relationship, but the passion is way too strong for either of them to deny. I really wanted them to find a way to make it work.
If you enjoy contemporary romance with plenty of heart and great characters, then you will love All Roads Lead to You. Not only is it a great love story, the animals will steal your heart, especially the goat. Happy reading!
OHHHH MYYYYY!!! Harper's story was everything I wanted it to be and so much more.
This story had everything. From the broken, yet strong heroine, to the sexy Irish hero. Throw in some animals that will steal your heart and the dynamic of the Bishop Family ... like I said EVERYTHING!!
For the first two books in the series, we knew that Harper was going to be tough as nails. It was going to take someone extra special to break through her stronghold. Aiden came waltzing in and went head to head with her from the start and I loved every single minute of it.
I melted every time they had interactions with the animals. I need a Captain Hoof!!! This can't be the end. Jennifer, you need to do a 4.0 for Chloe!! (I see another 1001 Dark Nights Story there! - hint hint)
This book was such a departure from the usual storylines. I loved all the racing bits and the behind-the-scenes with the animals. SO SO SO GOOD!!
Another fantastic book and series from Jennifer! I can't wait for more.
Another great book from Jennifer Probst. I’ve read other books by this author this one was just as good as those. I really enjoyed the story and the characters were well thought out.
I just finished All Roads Lead to You and once again Jennifer Probst delivers an excellent read. I have already read The Billionaire Marriage Books and enjoyed them all and highly recommend them. I have not read the first two books in this series, but after reading this one, I know that I will go back and read those as well.
First, the pros about this book. Harper is an extremely strong female lead that you continually root for. She has some insecurities, but they are extremely relatable, and you really want her dreams to come true. I actually really liked Aiden, but I felt we weren’t given the information about whatever secret he was holding onto until way too far into the book. This made it difficult to really like him because I wasn’t sure if the secret was big or small. You knew he had been treated unfairly but didn’t get enough information to really root for him. Even with that said, he came across as a really good guy from the beginning, but his inner dialogue made you wonder every once in a while.
I actually really enjoyed the interaction with all of the animals on the farm as well. Descriptions were great and the racing that was thrown in was different and interesting. Exceptionally good read.
Such a wonderful story. Harper and Aidan were two people on two separate paths which intersected and threw them both of course. I loved their love of Phoenix and the other animals. They had me crying at the end!!
This series just keeps getting better and better!
All Roads Lead to You is Harper Bishop’s story and oh how I loved every single page of this book.
It brings all the feels to you and Harper’s compassion for animals completely melted my heart. Harper loves animals and runs a horse rescue farm on the same property as her sister, Ophelia’s B&B.
This book has a really awesome and unique twist where it brings the world of horse racing into the mix which really piqued my interest. The main animal is her horse Phoenix that she rescued and saw in him a true racer. When Aidan O’Connor comes to the B&B for a little holiday, he never knew he’d find his next champion horse to train. When he finds himself bored, he goes down to the barn and meets Phoenix for the first time. He sees something in him and knows that he has to see what he has. He also wants to get into Harper’s good graces by helping out around the barns.
The connection between Harper and Aidan is intense but they fight it to keep it in Phoenix’s best interests. But eventually, they end up giving in and it turns out to be an absolutely beautiful romance.
I loved all the attitudes that each animal and character has in this book. Phoenix has attitude in spades and when Captain Hoof enters the mix (you’ll see who I mean) things just turn adorable.
All Roads Lead to You is just as much about the animals as it is about Harper and Aidan and I truly loved that!
There is absolutely nothing that I disliked about this book and I truly can’t wait to see what Ms Probst writes next!
This was my first Jennifer Probst read and it was great! I loved the chemistry between Aidan and Harper. I love when there is a past that needs to come to light for healing, and in this book it not only happens with humans but also for animals. Great read!
One eyed goats, Disney names, and blueberry scones...what’s not to love? This is Harper’s story and it was beautiful! This is the third book in the series and the first one that I read. This book can definitely be read as a stand alone. I was never lost for a second while reading this book. Aidan had no idea what he was getting into when he booked a room at the Inn. But one look and conversation with a green eyed beauty changed everything that he thought he wanted. Then there’s, Phoenix. So, being with Harper and Phoenix was a real eye opener. Harper couldn’t believe how this Irish man effected her. Her walls have been built and high since high school. But spending time together helped both them. I really enjoyed this book and I feel it is a must read.
Just when you think that Jennifer Proust cannot top her last book - she comes up with yet another masterpiece. Jennifer has a way to bring the characters to life, that once the story is over, you crave more! Also Jennifer never fails to write a sweet, swoony, emotional book. All Roads Lead to You was everything I wanted and more! The only thing I didn’t like was that it over!! Definitely will read this book again and one of the top books of 2019 that I’ve had the pleasure of reading. Happy reading, this one will hit all your emotions!!
All Roads Lead to You
Jennifer Probst
July 23, 2019
Jennifer Probst gives us more in the Stay series in All Roads Lead to You. Harper Bishop runs the horse and animal rescue farm for the family Bed and Breakfast in the Hudson Valley of New York. Her latest rescue, a Thoroughbred she found abused and tied to a tree. He was a beauty, shiny black. He had to be named Phoenix,
Aiden O'Connor left Ireland after splitting with his horse training partner. Their recent win in the Irish Sweep was great but problems separated them the best friends. He decided to head to the US for a vacation and to see if he could find another opportunity to use his talent with horses. He read online about the horses being trained in areas of New York. He decided to head to check into Robyn's B & B, a lovely place where family treated guests to a quiet life, great food, and an opportunity to be around the the rescued animals. The land that headed into the rural mountains provided a place to ride the trails. Aiden felt he could stay awhile then head to a job opportunity he had heard about. In the meantime he would head to the barn to check out the horses. Harper was there struggling with a new ranch hand and she really did not want to deal with a guest that feels he is the king of training horses. They quibbled with each other but neither Harper nor Aiden could deny the sparks that flew between them.
I have read the first 2 books in the Stay series and found them concentrating on the family and ranch life. In this 3rd book we find the family concentrating on Harper and the animals that she rescues. This story is entertaining and leads us into the ways and means behind animal rescue. I really enjoyed it.
Jennifer Probst's All Roads Lead to You is set to be published July 23, 2019 by Montlake Romance. I give this one 5 stars and highly recommend it and the series, Stay.
Jennifer Probst is back with Harper and all the gang. This time we see more of Harper and her riot of animal friends. I laughed all the way in the book and jumped with excitement when it came with the races. Have to say Phoenix just made me gallop with his fight to be well feeling free. Harper does so much and Aidan is patient when it comes to these two. We see everybody back even Hei Hei and his well take no prisoners feisty attitude. This was a beautiful series by Jennifer Probst showing how never give up in hope and loved it from the animals to just the magic around this area.
"I received an eBook copy from the publisher for the purpose of an honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own."
I have come to love this series. A series about falling in love with individuals that because of their careers , responsibilities and /or fears , need to decided whether to leave or “stay” with the ones they have fallen in love. Not always an easy decision and one where hearts are at times broken.
This time the story belongs to Harper Bishop. She’s the last single Bishop sibling and the one whose passion is the rescue farm in their property and the thoroughbred she’s rescued, Phoenix.
AIdan O’Connor is an Irish horse trainer that has left his country after a betrayal that cost him his career . By chance he’s staying in the family B & B when he comes across Phoenix and Harper.
These two are emotionally scarred. Individuals that protect their hearts in order to survive. A horse brings them together but decisions have to be made. Will AIdan leave Harper to once again pursue his career in Ireland, or will he realize that life is more than accolades ?
An engaging story with complex characters as well as endearing animals.
I was entrusted a copy of this book by Netgalley. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
5 Star Review All Roads Lead to You (Stay #3) By Jennifer Probst
The characters were strong and well developed, not only the main characters, but also the secondary characters who I hope get their own stories soon.
All Roads Lead To You is a well written, emotional story with hot and sizzling scenes, as well as a great deal of humour and wonderful characters. I really liked Harper and Aidan from the start.
Harper Bishop runs a rescue farm for neglected and abused animals and is focused on returning her thoroughbred Phoenix back to health and perhaps to race. The only problem is she lacks the experience and skills needed to achieve this.
Aidan O’Connor is on vacation from Ireland staying at the Bishop family B & B and farm in New York’s Hudson Valley. He is trying to decide what is next in his future after parting walls with his ex partner. A horse trainer, he has the skills needed to help Harper train Phoenix to reach his potential.
Aidan and Harper connect from the first, but neither are prepared to open themselves up to the possibility of a relationship so they agree to focus on Phoenix. However as they get to know each other, they realise how much they have in common; with attraction and passion soon igniting.
Harper knows it is dangerous to develop feelings for Aidan, after all he will be going back to Ireland so any relationship can only be temporary. Will she take a chance and risk her heart?
Will Aidan’s lack of trust mean that he throws away the chance of love and happiness? Or will Phoenix and the other rescued animals help both Harper and Aidan to learn trust and find love?
I was captivated with this story from the first to the last chapter.
I received an ARC of this book through the publisher via Netgalley
She was complete all by herself. This is the first line that I highlighted in this book ( there were many more) but this one sets the tone. As a reader who loves horses, dogs and Ireland I was more than thrilled with this story line, the family, the business, the new and returning characters and the message of hope and redemption., Harper and Aidan both follow their heart and their roads intersect beautifully.
Jennifer Probst strikes gold again with this book. I loved all the characters, the settings and the story line. The characters are all well developed and the story caught my interest from the first page until the last. It has it all from humor, rescued animals, to love. Don't miss this one by Jennifer Probst!
All Roads Lead To You
Jennifer Probst
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Such a well written, well thought out and emotional story. I’m not a fan of horse stories, and horse racing, but this story has changed my mind. With in depth knowledge it was like a real story, well done Jennifer on a great look into a world that puts many people on edge. I know nothing about horses or racing, my lengths range from it has four kegs and neighs, to Melbourne Cup day in November…
“Something was coming”, I thighs this was going to be a murder mystery… imagine the sounds of jaws… yeah it wasn’t, but hell if it did t put me on the edge of my seat. Irish horse trainer Aidan O’Connor has travelled to the states to move in from a terrible past that haunts him. Now he’s staying at a B&B trying to put together a new future, for himself and the horse racing he had loved for so long.
“Something was coming”, poor Harper Bishop never saw it coming, or should I same him, she never saw him coming… that him is Aidan O’Connor, all sexy man, with his Irish accent and know all attitude. Harper has lived and loved the rescue Farm she owners along side her family B&B, the menagerie of animals from cats, dogs, chickens and her favourite horses. But when Aiden comes in with his take over attitude, Harper puts her hackles up, while swooning over his alpha male tendencies.
While visiting, Aiden discovers a horse on the farm, he shows all the signs of a magnificent race horse. Phoenix has had an aweful upbringing, but Aiden sees something- that something! Opening up Harper’s eyes to what can be is one thing, taking the journey together means spending maximum time together. Their journey is one of trust, love and gut feelings. Realism at its best, take the good with the bad, but for cantankerous Phoenix, it is a crazy goat in a chicken suit that full circle. Winning the races was the goal but winning the love of two who share so much passion, but different parts of the world, sometimes when something comes along you have to open your eyes to the possibilities and go with the waves….
Romance, wounded characters and wounded animals combine to make a lovely story. Aidan O’Connor has suffered a deep betrayal from his best friend and business partner. He has also lost his career as a top horse trainer in Ireland. He’s come to New York’s Hudson River Valley to recover. By chance he ends up at the Bed and Breakfast that Harper’s family runs along with the horse rescue ranch that she runs.
Harper has always figured that she isn’t cut out for romance, but she can’t help be attracted to the sexy Aidan who also shares her love of horses. Together they pair up to prepare the horse she and her brother had rescued to compete in the Triple Crown.
If you like tender romances between complex characters, you’ll enjoy this novel. And if you like a good horse story, you’ll also love this novel. Either way, this is a winner.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book that I received from Netgalley; however, the opinions are my own and I did not receive any compensation for my review.
I loved every part of this couple’s journey to happiness - it’s a beautiful, raw and flawless relationship that starts as attraction and builds into something with so much depth. The story follows Aidan, an Irish horse trainer who has suffered a personal and professional setback, so he finds himself lost and wandering in New York, taking a vacation at a small horse rescue to get away from it all. It’s there that he meets Harper, one of the owners of the rescue whose troubled past makes her guarded (yes, there are some triggers here). Both Aidan and Harper find it much easier to connect with animals, and this becomes a major commonality between them. As they begin a professional relationship, they decide to ignore the attraction that sparks between them and focus on business since they have a long road ahead of them.
Aidan and Harper are both wounded souls, and their connection slowly pieces them back together - I absolutely loved everything about their relationship. Aidan is such a great guy, and he sees and respects Harper in a way that no one else has before. What makes this a 4-star book instead of a 5-star book (in my opinion), is the writing style itself. This is not a dialogue-based story; there’s so much internal text going on that a few parts dragged for me. It also gets a bit technical with all of the horse terminology and the racing subplot - I love animals, but this is not a short book in any way and I thought some of that could’ve been tightened up. That’s not to say that this is not a great book... I just think it would’ve been greater if some of that excess had been stripped away. Thank you, NetGalley, for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review. This is a deep, emotional and truly stunning love story that is most definitely worth a read.
All Roads Lead to You hit me in the feels with the rescue animals. Captain Hoof especially.
Harper runs a rescue ranch and while she mostly has horses, there are a few other animals and I loved each and every one of them. The story is as much about them (Phoenix especially) as it is about Harper and Aidan. Harper is impossible not to like. She had a rough childhood and built an amazing life on it. While of course I was rooting for her and Aidan, I liked that she was strong on her own.
Aidan is Irish and 100% swoonworthy. He's not perfect, winning is everything to him, but he's pretty damn close. He sees Phoenix, bonds with him, and knows that he's meant to train him. I loved how this part worked out and that no matter what, the horse came first.
The side characters were also amazing. Harper's family is supportive and awesome. And Elmo the jockey was goofy and special and perfect for taking care of Phoenix.