Book Review: Showing Up (THE GEG SERIES #4) by Jacquelyn Ayres

Book: Showing Up

THE GEG SERIES

Author: Jacquelyn Ayres

Genre: Contemporary Romance  #ShowingUpTour

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Synopsis:

Julie McEvoy has been mourning the loss of her mother most of her life. Only . . . her mother isn’t dead. She’s not missing. She’s not even far away. She’s just not there the way a mother should be.

Having enough of the passive-aggressive loop their relationship has been on, Julie cuts ties completely with Cynthia. It shouldn’t matter; Cynthia’s never really there for her anyhow. She doesn’t need her mother anymore.

Except—she does.

Cynthia McEvoy has been keeping secrets for over thirty years. She’s not proud of it, but it has helped her to become the strong, independent woman she is today. The same strong woman who is now trying to pick up and glue back the pieces of the relationships she’s either destroyed along the way or never allowed any nourishment for. 

Hopefully, it’s not too late.

Sometimes you have to go back to the beginning to understand how behaviors start, why they continue for so long, and where to begin the healing process.

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My Rating:

Favorite Quotes:

Nothing puts your ass in check quicker than realizing you’re turning into your mother.

I’m Australian, yet no one is ever sure if I am or if I’m English, so I’m intriguing. My man-card is platinum, dude.

I know. I’m really proud of you . . . learning English like that. Has it been harder to understand with Dumbass being your native tongue?

Believe me, darling, when I tell you that man needs absolutely no help in that department. I’m half surprised his willy hasn’t fallen off yet.

Everyone has a spirit animal, ours is the sloth...

I’m at an age in my life where I’d rather start off with a promising ‘hello’ kiss than worrying about a ‘goodnight’ kiss for the entire date.

My Review:

I smirked and giggle-snorted my way through this irreverently humorous and cheeky tale that was overflowing with quirky and sassy characters, f-bombs, family drama, and heart-squeezing and swoon-worthy romance.  Sigh.  I adore Jacquelyn Ayres naughty wit and imagine she would be a top shelf friend and good fun to be around, rain or shine.  Deftly written from multiple points of view, the snark was well-honed, the banter was spicy, the nursery rhymes were naughty, the quips were cleverly pitched, and the inner musings were insightfully observant and tugged at the heart.  I was highly impatient and needled with curiosity to uncover the treasure trove of Cynthia’s thirty-year-old secrets the wily author periodically taunted me with… I had a feeling her history was going to be a heart ripper, and the creative and ingenious Ms. Ayres did not disappoint.  Don’t you dare tell me we’ve run out of GEGs, so who is next Ms. Ayres?  Dare I suggest a clever cougar addition to Maddie’s practice who just happens to be named DJ?  Hmm?  

Empress DJ


Meet the Author: 

      I am a domestic engineer (born and raised in New Jersey) whose sole responsibility is guiding three young, impressionable kids into becoming phenomenal adults. This challenging yet rewarding work requires a lot of love (coffee), patience (wine), and determination (periodic exorcisms). And so far—I’m nailing it! I used to work all of this magic from the beautiful state of New Hampshire but am now blessing North Carolina with my brand of harmless crazy. You’re welcome, North Carolina.

      Before becoming a domestic goddess (not really), I spent over a decade working in the medical field, where I wore more hats than the queen.

      I have loved the written word and the great escape it provides since I was a little girl. When I wasn't reading about people and the places they lived, I created my own characters and adventures. Finally, I started putting a pen to paper and allowing my characters to come to life.

When I don't have a pen in hand, you can often find me laughing at the conversations my characters are having in my head.

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OTHER BOOKS IN THE SERIES (All on Sale!)

Under Contract - 99c

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In The Mix - 99c

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Crossing The Line - 1.99

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Book Review, Giveaway: Crossing the Line by Jacquelyn Ayres

Book: Crossing The Line

 (The GEG Series #3)

(standalone read)

Author: Jacquelyn Ayres

Genre: Erotic romance/humor

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Synopsis




Psychotherapist, Madelyn St. Claire, has all the answers. At least, that’s what the plaques on her wall say. There isn’t a fear she’s met that she hasn’t helped a client blast through. So, why can’t she work through her own?


Oh, that’s right…


She’s been so busy helping everyone else through their challenges over the years, including her best friends—the GEGs—that she never even realized she had any of her own true fears. Then again, she didn’t have a reason to until he came along. Cellist, Declan Pierce, can hit all the right notes, as long as he’s hitting them on stage. When he’s off . . . well—he’s off. So, he keeps his head down and tries to stay focused on his career and his son, Hunter. They have shared in a trauma that would bring most closer. However, theirs has only weighted their bond down, slowly causing them to drift further and further apart.


That is until a beacon of light shines through. That beacon is about five-foot-nothing, all curves, heart, brains, and no BS. But that is only part of this story.


It’s a long road to Happily Ever After. Maddie and Declan learn that it takes more than just the two of them to get there, and it’s not a smooth stroll. It’s not meant to be, though, is it? Life can give you whiplash. Buckle in and hold tight to those closest to you because, honestly…
It takes a village to make love epic.

My Rating:

Favorite Quotes:

“I like to hand out my dose of crazy in small increments, build a person's tolerance up."

"A cactus?  Because nothing screams romance like a plant shaped like a phallus that has tiny needles all over to prick you with?"

"I like kisses on my neck.  Most importantly, though, I love Australian kisses... Oh, it's the same as a French kiss, only, it's down under,"

"Patience takes a lot of work; it's utterly exhausting at times.  There should be an acceptable cap for the amount of patience you give someone on certain matters.  This way, when you've finally had it and tell them to fuck off, people don't look at you as if you're some sort of monster."

"I want to turn the next page with you; I already like our story much better than the other one I was in."

"'I have to say, Jay, it's a real honor to be bringing it up the rear.'  I meant to say 'bringing up the rear' but my buzzed performance was better received, I believe, as Jay is in hysterics." 

"Because this is what happiness and love is about - holding onto the joy of the little moments inside the big ones; they're the glue that keeps it all together.  When you lose sight of these little moments, that's when you can no longer see the big picture." 

My Review:

I want to throw myself at the feet of Jacquelyn Ayres in worship, as well as erect a monument of computer parts (I seem to have a lot of those) to honor her skill. I am in total awe of her craft.  Crossing The Line was deftly written and brimming with naughty humor, heart squeezing insights, moving tenderness, clever sass, several sweet love stories, smoking hot sensuality, and smart and witty banter.  It was nothing short of perfection.  I smirked, snorted, and barked aloud, and in between said barking, I also had a bit of an ugly cry - damn it.  I also wish to issue a request for Ms. Ayres to award me honorary GEG status - as I do believe I qualify.  I have green eyes, I swear creatively, I can hold my wine, I can sing, I know how to wind my husband up, and I am rather spunky with a naughty sense of humor.  But alas, I am far too old to be a full-fledged member as I am well past the childbearing years - thank the goddess.   Hurry Ms. Ayres, I am already greedy for book four. 

Empress DJ

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Meet the Author

I am a domestic engineer (born and raised in NJ) whose sole responsibility is to guide three young, impressionable kids into becoming phenomenal adults. This challenging yet rewarding work requires a lot of love (coffee), patience (wine), and determination (periodic exorcisms). I work this magic from the beautiful state of New Hampshire.

Before becoming a domestic goddess (not really), I spent over a decade in the medical field, where I wore more hats than the Queen.

I have loved the written word and the great escape it provides since I was a little girl. When I wasn't reading about people and the places they lived, I was creating my own characters and adventures.

Finding myself again through my writing in The Lost & Found Series, The One, and The GEG Series has been nothing short of a dream come true. Also, it makes people feel better when I laugh randomly or talk to myself, knowing it's my characters and not "the voices" . . . that would be creepy.

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OTHER BOOKS IN THE SERIES

  

Under Contract (GEG #1)

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                               In The Mix (GEG #2)

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New Release, Giveaway: Goodbye Reservations by Jacquelyn Ayres

Book: Goodbye Reservations (Prequel Part I: The Lost & Found Series book 4)

Author: Jacquelyn Ayres

Genre: Contemporary Romance

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Synopsis:


BECCA CAMPBELL is a twenty-three-year-old woman who will do great things in her life. But—that’s her future.

Right now, the year is 1999.

      While the world is concerned with surviving Y2K, Becca’s focus is trying to make it through the darkest year of her life. She’s lost both of her parents in a tragic accident, bills seem to be piling high, her car is on its last leg, and she’s trying to save for nursing school. No matter how many hours she works; she can’t catch a break. NOTHING in her world is going right.

      That is, until, Mr. Tall, Dark, and Pompous walks into her life, turning it right-side up, no matter how much she fights it. He is everything she didn’t want to need and everything she now realizes she can’t be without.

This is the beginning of Becca’s epic journey:

Experiencing great love.

Losing herself.

Being Found.

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Author Bio:

I am a domestic engineer (born and raised in NJ) whose sole responsibility is to guide three young, impressionable kids into becoming phenomenal adults. This challenging yet rewarding work requires a lot of love (coffee), patience (wine), and determination (periodic exorcisms). I work this magic from the beautiful state of New Hampshire.

Before becoming a domestic goddess (not really), I spent over a decade in the medical field, where I wore more hats than the Queen.

I have loved the written word and the great escape it provides since I was a little girl. When I wasn't reading about people and the places they lived, I was creating my own characters and adventures.

Finding myself again through my writing in The Lost & Found Series, The One, and The GEG Series has been nothing short of a dream come true. Also, it makes people feel better when I laugh randomly or talk to myself, knowing it's my characters and not "the voices" . . . that would be creepy.

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