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Just Breathe (Just Breathe #3)

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He made a deal with the devil to save the woman he loves…

After tragedy rocks the foundation of their relationship, Australian Sentinel Gavin Cassidy and whale biologist Zoe Morgan call it quits. Gavin can’t forgive himself for shattering her trust, and being with the sexy rock star is killing Zoe. Literally.

But love—and duty—are powerful motivators, and alliances are forge...more

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Jan 19, 2013 GraceDZ rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: adult-fiction, strong-heroine, tattooed-heroes, rock-star, urban-fantasy, romance, must-read-series, favorites, 2013-top-fave-reads, swoonworthy-hero

Five Breathtaking, Heart-pounding, Brilliant Stars!!!

Inhale hooks you in. Exhale makes you want more. Just Breathe leaves you absolutely breathless!

Kendall Grey completely rocks it providing her fans an exhilarating and stunning conclusion to the Just Breathe trilogy. If you've been following this series, then you know that there has been a build up of something huge happening. Well, what happens in Just Breathe is pretty darn EPIC!!!

There are several things going on as Zoe, Gavin, Jack, and his...more

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Feb 23, 2013 Mandy rated it 5 of 5 stars

Inhale... Exhale... Just breathe...

I have found over the last few years that stories are purposely being stretched out into Trilogies because that's just what authors do now. Most stories go on far too long and fall flat. Stories that could often be told in one or two books are filled with fluff and details that aren't necessary for the sake of being a trilogy. I tend to steer away from most of these or read them without being fulfilled.

This series is an absolute exception to that rule! Grey mus...more

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Feb 10, 2013 Delphina rated it 5 of 5 stars

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If you have not read the first two books in this series, do your self a favor and go do so now. It is amazing and book one is currently (as of 2/10/2013) free on Amazon. If you have read the first two books in this series, my guess is you are not even reading this review because you are currently snuggled up with your own copy of this read. I do not know about you, but I could not wait to get my hands on this puppy after I finished book two. Thank goodness she released her Just Breathe Trilogy b...more If you have not read the first two books in this series, do your self a favor and go do so now. It is amazing and book one is currently (as of 2/10/2013) free on Amazon. If you have read the first two books in this series, my guess is you are not even reading this review because you are currently snuggled up with your own copy of this read. I do not know about you, but I could not wait to get my hands on this puppy after I finished book two. Thank goodness she released her Just Breathe Trilogy based shorts in between so I did not go into withdrawals. It was bad. I was FB stalking Kendall's fan page for release info. True Story.
Here are some of the things I love about this book:

*It was clear that the author knew where this story was going from the very beginning of this series. Everything fell into place and the ending was perfect. Not that everything was happy, perfect, and joyful, but the ending was everything I hoped it would be and more.
*This book is for certain sure, unputdownable. I worked really hard at only reading a few chapters a day because I knew it was the last book in the trilogy, but I never was able to stop where I promised myself I would. It was such a relief when I found out that Kendall is writing more from this world. I was not willing to let it go.
*It was hot. Yes, steaming, boiling, hot fudge ;) hot!
*As bad as things got near the end of book two, they got worse before they got better in book three. Yes, I loved the fact that book three was not draped in sunshine and roses.
*The whales. They were amazing and played a larger role in this book. They were always a huge part of the story, but we got to know more of their individual personalities in this book. I may not be making sense, but it made me happy to read.
*I love the characters Both the primary and the secondary characters. Even the ones I hate. And boy did I hate one of them in particular.

There are really so many amazing things about this book, but it would take pages and pages to write them all down. If you liked books one and two, you will love this book. If you have not read them, this book will really be mostly word salad. If you love romance, suspense, Australian rockers, super hot scenes, unique paranormal lore, characters you feel you know, hot fudge and helping whales, this book is probably for you! (less)

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Feb 02, 2013 HK Savage rated it 5 of 5 stars

I am so sad to see this series end but I don't think I could have taken much more. This series is one of my favorites of all time. Not only is it urban fantasy, it's a totally fresh premise. I loved it for its originality, the complexities of the characters (not just the good ones either), and the plot. Kendall Grey makes the A list with this amazing series.
As much as I loved this, I don't know if I could have survived another book. Grey got me invested in the characters like few authors can. T...more

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Jan 14, 2013 E. rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: fantasy

4 1/2 stars
“Just Breathe” by Kendall Grey is the exciting conclusion to the ‘Just Breathe’ trilogy that includes “Inhale” and “Exhale”. The conflict between the Elementals is approaching a frightening climax, destined to culminate on equinox and there is a problem with choosing the Waeters’ Archelemental. Researcher Zoe Morgan and Gavin Cassidy’s relationship may be damaged beyond any repair after the machinations of the Fyre Scarlet and Zoe’s work as the translator between the whales and the ot...more

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Jan 09, 2013 Stephanie Jackson rated it 5 of 5 stars

"Just Breathe?" What? No. You can't possibly expect me to be able to breathe after a series like this! You know that feeling you get when you buy the last book in a series you love? That moment of sweetness balanced out by the bitterness of an end? Yep, Kendall Grey took it there. After the cliff-hanger ending in Exhale, I couldn't WAIT to get my hands onto Just Breathe but once I got it I thought, "Awe man. This is- this is the end!" I can honestly say that this series was so good that I didn't...more

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Jan 09, 2013 Annie Slasher (Booked & Loaded) rated it 5 of 5 stars

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Just Breathe is the 3rd book in the Just Breathe Trilogy.

Kendall Grey has taken my breath away once again. Just Breathe was a truly epic ending to the Just Breathe Trilogy Kendall knows how to pull you into the story and makes you feel the characters emotions. Everything from hate, grief, and love through every single page. Just Breathe was an unpredictable roller coaster that me up late and reading every single spare moment of free time...more

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Feb 05, 2013 Pam Asberry rated it 5 of 5 stars

Kendall Grey has done it again. With the release of "Just Breathe," she has brought her paranormal trilogy to its exhilarating conclusion. Here is the back cover blurb:

"He made a deal with the devil to save the woman he loves...After a terrible accident rocks the foundation of their relationship, Australian Sentinel Gavin Cassidy and whale biologist Zoe Morgan call it quits. Gavin can't forgive himself for shattering her trust, and being with the sexy rock star is killing Zoe. Literally. But lov...more

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Jan 16, 2013 Jenn Dattilo Watts rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: adult-content, urban-fantasy, paranormal-romance, favorite

Just tried to upload this review to B&N where it was taken off of public view as the "moderators" deemed some language in it violated their "terms of service". Please do let me know if anyone else finds it offensive :-/

As with the other 2 books in this series, I had to take some time and process the story before I could write my review. First and foremost, though - if you're not over 18 you have no business picking up this book. It has extremely graphic sexual content and adult issues that y...more Just tried to upload this review to B&N where it was taken off of public view as the "moderators" deemed some language in it violated their "terms of service". Please do let me know if anyone else finds it offensive :-/

As with the other 2 books in this series, I had to take some time and process the story before I could write my review. First and foremost, though - if you're not over 18 you have no business picking up this book. It has extremely graphic sexual content and adult issues that younger teens should probably steer clear from.

Kendall Grey has the ability to breathe life into characters to the point where they become real people. I found myself worrying about the characters in all 3 of her books because they were so very HUMAN even though some of them aren't human at all. The world-making and storytelling in her trilogy are tremendous and you will not find anything like it anywhere else. And you will also learn about humpback whales in this trilogy (which since I'm a Nature Diva, was a huge WIN when I discovered the series.)

Beyond this line lies SPOILERS...you have been warned!

The first 1/3 of the book was maddeningly sad! I wanted to shake both Zoe and Gavin out of their collective funk, but both characters had been through HELL the last book so it made sense for them to be so unlike themselves. The first truly sweet scene between the two happened at Gavin's house and involved shitty frozen pizza & hot fudge sundaes (trust me it's worth the read.) Thankfully they worked out their issues and became the characters we readers know and love again by the end of the book.

<3 Jack Weaver in this. He provides some much needed levity during the darker parts of the book and provides this cool Dad vibe for Zoe as well as his Librus group. Speaking of....OMG your heart will just BREAK for Vexx. If you haven't already read the short stories that go with this series you are severely missing out. There is so much to learn of the characters in the shorts, and poor Vexx just suffers in Just Breathe. Kendall posted in her forums at Amazon that she intends to write more about the Librus characters, and I'm so hoping there's more happy in Vexx's future than there was here.

This ending of the trilogy will blow your mind. It has everything truly great trilogies have and will have you at times, laughing, crying, and urging the characters on in their respective battles. Well done, Kendall Grey. Can't wait to see what you're going to write in the future ;-)(less)

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Jan 16, 2013 Danielle Young rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: absolute-favs

After reading this the third and final installment in the Just Breathe series, my first reaction was Holy Freaking Hotness!!!

Desperate and willing to do anything to stop the Fyre's Gavin make's the ultimate deal with the devil, and it absolutely killed me. I remember whispering the words no as Gavin met with the devil to discuss the details and when the deed was actually done I actually held my breath, hoping, praying that he wouldn't go through with it. But he did, because finally Gavin accept...more

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Jan 23, 2013 Megan - The Book Asylum rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: action-packed, hot-hot-hot, i-ve-recommended, love-love-love, paranormal-supernatural-fantasy, strong-female-lead, the-human-condition, train-wreck-romance

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Just Breathe is the final book in Kendall Grey’s Just Breathe series. In the first two books, Inhale and Exhale, we got to know Zoe Morgan, whale biologist and translator, and Gavin Cassidy, rock star and Sentinel tasked with protecting humans (Wyldlings). We also immersed ourselves in the vivid urban fantasy world that Grey has done such a great job of creating. After the devastating conclusion of Exhale, Just Breathe finds Gavin and Zoe trying to...more Read more reviews like this at The Book Asylum.

Just Breathe is the final book in Kendall Grey’s Just Breathe series. In the first two books, Inhale and Exhale, we got to know Zoe Morgan, whale biologist and translator, and Gavin Cassidy, rock star and Sentinel tasked with protecting humans (Wyldlings). We also immersed ourselves in the vivid urban fantasy world that Grey has done such a great job of creating. After the devastating conclusion of Exhale, Just Breathe finds Gavin and Zoe trying to pick up the pieces of their hearts while doing their best to make sure the Fyre Elementals don’t take over the Dreaming and Realis.

“I feel like I’m breaking apart.” Gavin crushed her to his chest, enfolded her in his lightly glowing arms, and kissed her wrinkled brow. “Then let me hold you together.”

What I loved most about Gavin and Zoe was their strength. They were just as strong together as they were apart. Each character accepted their responsibilities and made choices reflective of who they are as people. They were self-sacrificing and made choices for the greater good, even in the face of personal loss and heartbreak. You can’t get any more honorable than that, can you? I also appreciated the time and energy Grey put into developing some of the other characters in the series. Jack Weaver, Zoe’s dad, is a favorite of mine and his team of Elementals were awesome! We get to see a lot more of Scarlet, the witch, and Synnder who, despite his questionable actions somehow always seems to make me smile.

From start to finish, Just Breathe was nonstop action. The plot was complex with many moving parts, so it would have been easy to understand if Grey got derailed with this story. Tying up all the loose ends while giving each character time to shine was a massive task, but despite this challenge, Grey executed Just Breathe flawlessly. She did an amazing job with pace, character arcs, and plot development ultimately displaying her growth as a writer page by page. The story progressed at a good pace, with excellent transitions, tons of juicy conflict, and lots of love and sexual tension.

Reading this story, watching the evolution of these characters, and now saying goodbye to them has been a wonderful journey for me. The world that Grey created is so unlike anything I’ve read before. It’s a breath of fresh air in an urban fantasy world filled with the same old, same old. I would happily recommend the Just Breathe series to readers that love romance, mythology, and fast-paced action with a dash of smoking hot sexy times sprinkled throughout. In addition to the three novels in the Just Breathe series, make sure you check out the Just Breathe Ephemera's Kendall’s written. Some give insight into the history between characters, while others showcase the sexual fantasies of your favorite Fyres. All add to the allure of the Just Breathe world. Congratulations on finishing this amazing journey, Kendall! Can’t wait to see what you have planned next!

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Feb 22, 2013 Sonia Fogal rated it 4 of 5 stars

There were parts of this book that I wasn't crazy about, things I could nitpick about. But I'm not going to do that because this book deserves better than that.

First, the characters. I will go on and on about Zoe and Gavin shortly but we cannot overlook Sinnder and Scarlet. I love Scarlet. She is beautiful, oozes sexiness and is the embodiment of evil. What's not to love? She's fun in her own devilish way. Lust pours out of her. She knows what she wants and heaven help the person who gets in he...more There were parts of this book that I wasn't crazy about, things I could nitpick about. But I'm not going to do that because this book deserves better than that.

First, the characters. I will go on and on about Zoe and Gavin shortly but we cannot overlook Sinnder and Scarlet. I love Scarlet. She is beautiful, oozes sexiness and is the embodiment of evil. What's not to love? She's fun in her own devilish way. Lust pours out of her. She knows what she wants and heaven help the person who gets in her way!

And then there is Sinnder - sort of a male version of Scarlet but with some morals. He fills women with desire and knows it. He literally can get them in bed, give them the most amazing night of their life, and have them wondering how the heck they ended up with him the next morning. They don't care how though, they just want more. He has a conscience though and, unlike Scarlet, he knows when he should dial it back. He also hates Scarlet. We find out why at the end of "Just Breathe".

Zoe and Gavin - {deep, audible sigh}. What can I say? They're beautiful - inside and out. Meant to be together (literally - there's a charming story about this). They save each other from themselves. They show each other real love. They hurt each other. They forgive. They go on and love each other even more. And then there is the sex. (Noticing a pattern here?)

The sex between Zoe and Gavin is a whole different ball game than what we associate with Scarlet or Sinnder. It is physically amazing but it's way beyond physical. It's heart and soul and body and mind. The sex is amazing because of all of the non-sexual parts of their relationship. It's on a whole new level because their love for each other is on a whole new level.

I could go on about Zoe and Gavin but I'll shut up because I want to talk about the main message of "Just Breathe". There are many purely fantasy things about "Just Breathe" - battling elementals, talking whales, and the Dreaming to name a few. But the lesson it illustrates is very real.

"Just Breathe" is about real love - between lover, friends or family - and love vs sex. It's about the unselfish nature of real love. Gavin is tempted by the undeniable sexual magnetism of Scarlet. Even Zoe is tempted by the fire of Sinnder that fills her head with ecstasy-filled images. Neither of them even briefly considers that they love these people. I won't say anything to spoil the plot but suffice it to say that they both know that their love for each other vastly surpasses any fleeting thoughts of sexual encounters with anyone else.

"Just Breathe" is also about the unselfish nature of real love. Real love is not "what's in it for me". Real love is me wanting the best for the other person, whether I gain from it or not.

I'll quit gushing now. I'm a big fan of Zoe and Gavin and the more I read the deeper I fell for them. Get the book. Read it. Laugh, cry, roll your eyes, fight the internal battle between loving some of the things Scarlet says and does and hating her evilness. Bet you'll want some vanilla ice cream with hot fudge sauce when you're done. (Read the book, you'll understand. ;) )(less)

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Jan 26, 2013 Erin Danzer rated it 5 of 5 stars

Pure EPICNESS!

That's really the only way to describe the thrilling, enchanting ending to the Just Breathe trilogy. Once again, Kendall Grey sweeps us into the world of Realis and Dreaming as the Sentinels, alongside Zoe and her whales, prepare to battle for the well-being of themselves and Wyldings everywhere (that's humans for those who aren't in the know).

There are too many things to name that I loved about this book. Kendall is an amazing wordsmith, weaving a beautiful story full of life, dea...more

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Jan 31, 2013 Amanda (Hootie) Clark rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: favorites

Jeez. I think my emotions have run an obstacle course, been chased by wild dogs and then rocked to sleep all in one day! When I started this book I knew going in that shit would be tough due to the way EXHALE ended but I had no clue what I was in for! I started reading it a little over a week ago and got to 26% and started freaking out emotionally and quit reading. I was so distraught I had to read another review just to brace myself for what was to come. That didn't even help because what I wan...more Jeez. I think my emotions have run an obstacle course, been chased by wild dogs and then rocked to sleep all in one day! When I started this book I knew going in that shit would be tough due to the way EXHALE ended but I had no clue what I was in for! I started reading it a little over a week ago and got to 26% and started freaking out emotionally and quit reading. I was so distraught I had to read another review just to brace myself for what was to come. That didn't even help because what I wanted to know most still didn't prepare me for the battle ahead. After grabbing my Vagisil and putting on my big girl panties I finally picked it back up to finish and I am so glad I did! Just Breathe picks up where Exhale left off with Zoe Morgan and Gavin Cassidy trying to pick up the broken pieces of what Scarlet did to them. Exhale damn near ruined me emotionally and mentally. I will forever refer to it as the BEST, WORST book I have ever read. I got emotionally involved into the story of Gavin and Zoe so when Scarlet fucked everything up at the end I was broken. But for every broken piece of my soul Exhale left behind, Just Breathe pieced me back together, now I feel like Humpty Fucking Dumpty!

The world is going to shit and both Gavin and Zoe have to put aside their relationship woes to try and save both the Dreaming and Realis from the Fyres' ultimate take over. The Fyres have control of the door to the Dreaming and therefore wreak havoc on the Wyldlings who inhabit the Dreaming while they sleep. They must be stopped before the Equinox when they will Tythe their elemental gifts to their god Incendius. The entire fate of Realis and The Dreaming rests on the awakening of a small girl, Whetu, who is foretold to be the key to finding the door, but with her in a coma can't nobody do shit. Gavin takes it upon himself to do WHATEVER it takes to stop Scarlet from taking over and makes a huge fucking mistake that made me to want to vomit and eat it again!

This mistake causes him physical and emotional pain and it broke my heart to see him so distraught about his decision that he knows could ultimately destroy his love with Zoe. Meanwhile Zoe is trying to push all of her time and energy into helping the whales and amassing an army of Waeter elementals to fight the Fyres. Her father Jack leads a rogue group of sentinels (Byrn, Vexx, Jet, and Xanthos) on a mission to help save the Wyldlings while trying to wake Whetu up from her coma. Sinnder is doing his own thing trying desperately to take down Scarlet for what she did to his family in the past and becomes an unlikely ally. Scarlet is still the same stupid cunt she always has been, causing problems and shit. The story builds to a dramatic conclusion with several surprises that are sure to please and excite you!

I can't even explain how I felt when I finished this book because every emotion known to man was bouncing around inside my heart and head. Kendall really steps up the drama, the anguish and the suspense in this last book. I really started to hate Kendall Grey during the first half of this book. I swear if we were still in high school I would hold her head to my butt and fart! But despite the heartache and pain you go through with the main characters you also see just what a literary genius Kendall is. This woman knows what the reader wants but instead of just giving you what you crave right away she makes you fight for it. You have to crawl through broken glass, and fire walk through the flames with gasoline panties to get to the marshmallow goodness on the other side! I wouldn't have it any other way despite all my protests. If I thought I was in love with Gavin and Zoe in the first 2 books, I had no idea how much farther there was to fall. They were torn to shreds by opposing forces and still managed to come out on top. What I absolutely love about Kendall's writing is how well she balances out all of the characters. With so many plots, and twists and characters she maintains the fluidity of the story flawlessly. We get to see through several different characters eyes during Just Breathe especially everyone's favorite Fyre Sinnder!

I have been in love with Sinnder ever since he cornered Zoe in that damn bar! I can't explain why but since then I have been silently hoping Zoe and Sinnder would get to fuck each other! Especially after Scarlet got her claws in Gavin, I was seriously rooting for a Revenge fuck in Just Breathe until I remembered Jet and then i was like "Just Kidding"

One of the best parts of the book was watching Zoe and Gavin grow stronger as they worked together to save the world and their relationship. Seeing how things worked out was worth every heart shredding minute! There is a very intense moment towards the conclusion of the story that overwhelmed me so much that I had to stop reading due to the tears in my eyes. That's when I took to Facebook and started singing Kendall's praises for such a beautiful, touching moment. As for the second best part without spoiling to much I will simply say...JUSTICE! Beautiful, orgasmic JUSTICE! Kendall makes you wait for it but when she delivers, it is swift and Delicious! It's like waking up on Christmas morning to find an Easter Basket full of dildos! I bugged the shit out of Kendall while she was writing and begged her to make it a giant spectacle with fireworks and hot dogs and Lynard Skynard playing in the background but she handled the situation as only Kendall Grey could. I have to give props to KG because the bitch knows how to write a villain! A character so fucked up with absolutely NO redeeming qualities what-so-fucking-ever! Thankfully she doesn't make you want to like Scarlet! There is nothing but straight up hatred for this character throughout it all! After reading the very last sentence I no longer hold contempt for Kendall. In fact if I was into Lesbian sex I would be motor boating her bunghole. Shit who am I kidding? I haven't gotten laid since Obama took office the first time, beggars can't be choosers right? This was by far the best book in the series in my very humble opinion and I can't wait to see what else she has in store for us. I honestly hope we get a book all about the Tongans because I have a serious crush on these stoic bastards.

Can you imagine three of these wild sexy beasts? We don't really get to know the Tongans but they have captivated my imagination and that just goes to show how amazing Kendall is. Her vivid world of Wyldlings and Elementals comes to life and makes you forget about reality and I can only hope that she continues writing more crazy ass characters and fucked up situations that both break you down and build you up. I would like to extend a personal thank you to Kendall for putting up with my dramatic tweets and Facebook posts while suffering through the beginning. You were absolutely right and from now on I will trust you when you promise it's worth it. You are one crazy ass woman and I am so glad I get to be a part of your world. (OK now I sound like the damn little mermaid) To the readers out there I implore you to dive head first into this crazy fantastic series full of strange characters, hot sex and delish bad boys! HOLLA!

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May 20, 2013 Nadine rated it 2 of 5 stars

Bon, il y a quand même des points positifs dans ce livre.
Les scènes d'amour sont très, très hot. Moi qui passent rapidement ce genre de scène habituellement, j'ai bien aimé celles-ci.
Deux, le personnage principale est un belle exemple de femme forte.
Trois, prémices intéressante avec les baleines et le monde des 4 éléments.

Mais ça ne rachète pas le héros TSTL. Pacte avec le diable, vraiment? Pour y gagner quoi exactement?
L'histoire ne tient tout simplement pas. Et pour moi, c'est le principal.
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Jan 27, 2013 Laura *Little Read Riding Hood* rated it 5 of 5 stars

***This review will contain spoilers for Inhale and Exhale. I find it impossible to review without discussing things that happened in the previous books.***

What the f**k just happened? We start not long after Gavin does what he did with Scarlet to Zoe. I mean ... BITCH. Seriously, can I kill Scarlet myself? I don't think I have ever hated a bad guy as much as I hate her. I was shaking with rage every time she made an appearance. At the same time, my heart was shattered for Zoe & Gavin. They...more

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Feb 21, 2013 Ginny Lurcock rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: read-in-2013, 2013-reading-challenge, 2013-review-challenge, content-graphic-sex, genre-romance-paranormal, genre-urban-fantasy

I really do not want to review Just Breathe. Not because the book wasn’t good… but because if I write a review it means that it’s over. But I had this blog tour, and Kendall totally deserves the review, so I put aside my own insane delusions and…

Well kind of slapped something together haphazardly.

Listen, I’m willing to write the review and admit the series is over, but I’m going to do it quickly without looking at it too deeply so I can pretend it’s not.

(and luckily, there’s a new book in the wo...more

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Jan 14, 2013 Suzanne rated it 5 of 5 stars

5 AMAZING STARS!

I'll start by stating that this was one of the best series I ever read (in the fantasy category). I'll also admit that it took me a few chapters before getting in to it, and then it just happened, I was hooked.
I found myself caught in a world of Wyldlings, Sentinels, Fyres, Water elementals, whales and so on, and so on. It is so amazingly different, so well written. All 3 books keep you engaged from beginning to end. You can't help but fall in love with the characters; Gavin, Zo...more

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Apr 23, 2013 C.E. Kilgore rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: paranormal-romance

A great finale to the series, but not as good as the first two. The writing near then end became a bit rough and choppy. The first half of this book hooked into my heart and pulled. I had to put it down for a day and come back to it after recovering. It was that good. The second half fizzled on me. I did find myself skimming a little through all the battle scenes and there was certainly some stuff left up in the air. I am wondering If there is going to a 4th in the series that could carry on the...more

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Feb 10, 2013 Stephanie Patrick rated it 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book. When I finished Inhale, I couldn't wait to purchase this one and start reading. It was even better than I expected.

This is a complicated, substantial story and the trials and tribulations of Zoe, Gavin and the whales are substantial, which makes the story even more worthwhile. The characters are very engaging - I could really relate to Zoe's doubts and struggles.

I would recommend that you read the series in order, beginning with Inhale, then Exhale, then Just Breathe to fully...more

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Feb 12, 2013 LaVon rated it 5 of 5 stars

An energytastic just right combo of hooked! I took the day off so it could be just me and the finale of the Just Breathe Series. This series was hands down very creative with a passionate direction not just in a relationship but within a purpose to life and morality. It gave who you want to be as an individual along with what you want to do for a career purpose that we should all live. This story in love and suspense had the detail and ease of flow within scenes, character interaction including...more

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Jan 27, 2013 Bex 'n' Books rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: arc-review, bex-s-review

Just Breathe…okay I’m trying, but this book was so explosive, so epic, that it’s just so darn hard. This series just got better; I know, how is that possible since I rated ‘Exhale’ 5 fairies, is it possible to go higher?

This impressive trilogy comes to a spectacular conclusion. There were tears, there were cold showers, there were moments when I did a double take and had to reread a page or 10 more than once because I could not believe the journey that Kendall Grey was taking her characters on.

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Jan 23, 2013 Stacy rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: fantasy, my-favs, romance

I started this book on 17th January but had to take a 2 day break due to the emotional roller coaster Ms. Grey sent me on. One minute I was pissed, then the next I was elated. Then the next moment I was disappointed but then I was laughing my head off! Then I was back to being disappointed!! I felt so bad for Zoe! She deserved better and Gavin knew it!! It was too much at the time so I actually closed my Kindle!! But Gavin and Zoe's journey kept nagging at my conscience and I knew that I had to...more

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Jan 10, 2013 Christy rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: alpha-males, bad-ass-heroines, paranormal, panty-dropping-hot

Inhale... Exhale... Just breathe.

5 STARS! A great ending to a fantastic trilogy!

GR Synopsis:
He made a deal with the devil to save the woman he loves…

After tragedy rocks the foundation of their relationship, Australian Sentinel Gavin Cassidy and whale biologist Zoe Morgan call it quits. Gavin can’t forgive himself for shattering her trust, and being with the sexy rock star is killing Zoe. Literally.

But love—and duty—are powerful motivators, and alliances are forged in the most unlikely places....more Inhale... Exhale... Just breathe.

5 STARS! A great ending to a fantastic trilogy!

GR Synopsis:
He made a deal with the devil to save the woman he loves…

After tragedy rocks the foundation of their relationship, Australian Sentinel Gavin Cassidy and whale biologist Zoe Morgan call it quits. Gavin can’t forgive himself for shattering her trust, and being with the sexy rock star is killing Zoe. Literally.

But love—and duty—are powerful motivators, and alliances are forged in the most unlikely places. With the key to salvation locked inside the mind of an unconscious child, Gavin must find another way to snuff out the Fyre Elementals before millions of humans die, or make good on his deal with the devil and lose the one he loves. Again.

Now my take... My favorite of the series! Gavin and Zoe’s relationship was a roller-coaster ride- It had it’s ups and downs, but I still love them both! Zoe is fearless, strong, independent and just a badass... one of my favorite heroines. And Gavin... Mr. Perfect! Still absolutely adore him, but I wanted to scream at him a few times in this one. I can honestly say I never thought I would be happy my hot rockstar had a case of e.d. ;-)
It was awesome to see all the characters from the Ephemera’s, especially Sinnder. I know he is technically a bad guy, but I still love him. Especially since I’ve read Stifle. Kendall if you are reading this review- (view spoiler) I was also glad to see more of Jack- he is one of my favorites. Now on to Scarlet. I’m only going to say one thing about her... (view spoiler)

I love the cover of this book. I am normally not an Urban Fantasy reader, but I love these books! Kendall Grey is a seriously talented writer. You will feel a strong connection to all her characters, even the ones you don't like. This story is creative, sexy, unique, action packed, and just fantastic! Perfect ending to a kick ass series! If you haven’t read these books... Get to it! You’re missing out :D(less)

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Jan 23, 2013 Suz rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: urban-fantasy, pnr

Nicely rounded and engaging ending to the trilogy. I think it was also the best of the bunch. I liked that the author left an opening for a continuation of the story for some of the secondary characters, in fact some of their questions were left unanswered and serve as well done hooks, but I don't feel like I got hit with a cliff hanger. If Ms. Grey doesn't write another one then I'll hold the unanswered questions inside and wonder fondly, but the primary protagonists definitely got their well w...more

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Jan 19, 2013 Ashley Williams rated it 4 of 5 stars

Just Breath was an amazing final to the series. A series that was a complete joy to read. I loved the ongoing adventure and the smexy scenes! The series in a whole is everything you could want, it is swoonworhty, angsty, aggrivating, sexy, passionate, and funny. Gavin Cassidy happens to be in my Top Five Book Boyfriends list. I love the setting and the fact that the proceeds go to whales.

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I love the cover.. it brings Zoe and Gavin together. I love Kendall's writing style, and h...more

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Jan 29, 2013 Autumn Review rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: review, blog-tours

Well, here we are at the end of the series. I'm sad, yet very happy with the way the series has ended. BUT, I know I'll get to see these characters again, so like I said, I'm happy too.

At the end of Exhale, I was devastated, heartbroken, and a bit sick to my stomach. I wasn't sure that Gavin and Zoe could make it through together. Yes, Gavin has made some truly grave mistakes and Zoe needs time to heal. But, the thing is...this couple was destined to be together. I won't lie and say I wasn't ne...more Well, here we are at the end of the series. I'm sad, yet very happy with the way the series has ended. BUT, I know I'll get to see these characters again, so like I said, I'm happy too.

At the end of Exhale, I was devastated, heartbroken, and a bit sick to my stomach. I wasn't sure that Gavin and Zoe could make it through together. Yes, Gavin has made some truly grave mistakes and Zoe needs time to heal. But, the thing is...this couple was destined to be together. I won't lie and say I wasn't nervous. I was asking a friend for reassurance, because I just love this couple so much. In the end, I was thrilled with the way things turned out. Was it easy getting there? No, but if it had been, we wouldn't have gotten the great story.

The Just Breathe series is more than just a love story though. There is lots of action too. The Elementals are guides/guardians of the human realis world. Not only did I fall in love with Gavin and Zoe, but the entire cast of characters has been woven into my heart. This series is truly one of a kind. Yes, I've read about elemental types of stories before, but none like Kendall Grey's genius.

I can not stress enough how special this series is. From the moment I met these characters in Inhale, I was spellbound. I've always been consumed by the story, the characters, and the books made me feel. I've been angry, sad, turned on, happy, and finally...elated with these books. So, I say to you...if you are craving something outside the norm, definitely check this series out. You will find it uniquely satisfying. Even if you aren't a big fan of Urban Fantasy, you will enjoy this series.

Quotes:
~"You had shit to work through. I get it. Gavin's been the same, wringing his hands like and old woman, crying over Hallmark commercials, forgetting his hair gel. You whipped him pretty good. I almost feel sorry for him,"-Loc 1174

~"What are we looking for? Lake of the Lake type? A winged angel playing a harp? A dominatrix with machine guns?"-Loc 1227

~"Behold the cock that launched a thousand screams. And that was just last night."-Loc 1891

~With unconditional acceptance, she deepened the kiss and staked her claim on his physical and emotional real estate. Sold. Body, mind, and soul. She owned him.-Loc 2361(less)

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Feb 20, 2013 Mirely rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: indie-book, series-just-breathe-kendall-grey, aboriginal, adult-romance, adult-fantasy, urban-fantasy, magic, elements, faves, 2013-pub-read, 2013-reading-challenge

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Inhale… Exhale… Just Breathe…

Inhale… Exhale… Just Breathe…

My mantra as I gently pick up my jaw off the floor. My mantra as I try to sort out my feelings that seem to be a mixture of excitement, sadness, awe, surprise, love, hate… more love than hate… but yeah, I think you get the picture.

Honestly though…That was completely awesome!!

Kendall Grey delivers another work of art.

Just Breathe is:
* Packed to the rim with action
* Intense
* Intriguing
* HO...more

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Feb 11, 2013 Amy Fournier rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: omg-i-need-this, ebook, blog-tour-2013, arc

Okay, I am going to try to do this as eloquently as I can. Who am I kidding? I am a total flailing Kendall Grey fan girl! I have loved this series so much since the first book, and my love has just grown with each installment. The world, the characters, the smexy! Everything! Kendall is fantastic at pulling you into this world and not letting you out. The visual imagery and the emotions of this series, and this book are just amazing! I can honestly say I have become fully invested in the story,...more Okay, I am going to try to do this as eloquently as I can. Who am I kidding? I am a total flailing Kendall Grey fan girl! I have loved this series so much since the first book, and my love has just grown with each installment. The world, the characters, the smexy! Everything! Kendall is fantastic at pulling you into this world and not letting you out. The visual imagery and the emotions of this series, and this book are just amazing! I can honestly say I have become fully invested in the story, and the characters feel like my friends. They don't feel like characters in the pages of a book. I feel for them, I ache for them, I want to know what they are doing. They feel real to me!! I am sad to let them go, but I loved how this book ended.

Zoe has always been an amazing character to me, but with all that she has been through and all that she is facing in this book, she really finds a place in my heart. She is so strong, but broken. Hurt and betrayed feeling, but still forgiving and trusting. And on top of all that, she is completely dedicated to her mission and no matter what will not let anything or anyone get in the way of completing it! What I love the most about her, is the realness of her personality. She is totally someone that I could relate to and someone I would love to be friends with. I admire her strength and her selflessness.

Gavin broke my heart in this one. He is so torn up over the events that happened and he is starting to spiral down into a dark place. I was so afraid he would let it take over him and he would lose himself, the caring and amazing Gavin that Zoe brings out. He makes a lot of really stupid decisions, but it's not really the choices he makes that are bad, it's the way he goes about it that is. He is shutting everyone out, but still trying to keep Zoe while not being totally straightforward with her. He is afraid of hurting her more, so he keeps her in the dark about some things instead of trusting that she would understand. It was tearing me apart to see how much it was all hurting him, but I also loved the inner strength he had because of how much he cares about Zoe.

I don't want to go into any details since this is spoiler free, but this book was just so amazing!! It made me feel EVERYTHING!! I mean it. I went from smiling like a goof, to tense beyond belief, to absolute rage (Yes, that is most definitely brought on by none other than Scarlet), to wanting to bawl my eyes out. The feels that I got from this book is only a small part of why I loved it so much though. This book has everything that is necessary for me to love a book. Humor, suspense, action, tension, romance, and most importantly, a fantastic ending that was satisfying and awesome!! I can't wait to see what else Kendall Grey has in store for us in the future, but whatever it is, I know it will be just as amazing as she is!(less)

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Jan 18, 2013 Andrea rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: adult-urban-fantasy, read-in-2013, all-time-favorite

Inhale...Exhale...Just Breathe...

Look. I'm not even going to pretend that Just Breathe is just any other book. Or that I don't have seriously strong feelings about each book, the series as a whole, as well as author Kendall Grey. The Just Breathe Series is one that I've become deeply invested in, beginning nearly two years ago when Grey first started telling me about the concept. I'm not going to pretend that I didn't go into this book whole-hearted and expecting epicness. Of all the books that...more
Inhale...Exhale...Just Breathe...

Look. I'm not even going to pretend that Just Breathe is just any other book. Or that I don't have seriously strong feelings about each book, the series as a whole, as well as author Kendall Grey. The Just Breathe Series is one that I've become deeply invested in, beginning nearly two years ago when Grey first started telling me about the concept. I'm not going to pretend that I didn't go into this book whole-hearted and expecting epicness. Of all the books that are coming out in 2013, Just Breathe is the book that sat atop my most-wanted list. After reading, Just Breathe sits at the top of my "Favorite Books Ever"list; followed closely by Inhale and Exhale. So just know right now, I'm going to be gushing and dramatic throughout this review.

Just Breathe is a huge story. After the hellaciously shocking ending of Exhale, I was geared up for a fight. I almost felt as if I had to go into this ready for battle. The Dreaming, Australia, even the world, was at stake. And so was Gavin and Zoe's relationship. So I hardened my heart (what a joke!) and girded my loins (heh) and settled in. Bring it.

What Grey delivered was fantastic. Gavin and Zoe are in a bad spot, with the situation in The Dreaming, and with each other. There were feelings of betrayal, anguish, self-loathing, anger, and most importantly true love, that were swirling through their atmosphere. Could Zoe ever truly get past what happened? Could Gavin ever forgive himself? Would their fragile, new relationship survive? Would they even live to see it through? Because not only do they need to sort things out with each other, they need to save the world. And that duty to what's right is what comes first for the pair. It was a beautiful thing to see Gavin come from that very first scene of Inhale, all the way to becoming the honorable man I always knew he could be. To embrace the warrior within the man. And not only does Gavin reach his potential, but so does Zoe. She started the series as a determined, yet haunted woman, full of self-doubt and guilt. Throughout the series she evolves and moves toward her true self. She may be human, albeit with an extra ability, but she has the power to create miracles. Destiny brought them together.

Though the series has centered around Gavin and Zoe, there is a wealth of secondary characters in the series. Jack, Zoe's father, was brilliant. He's smart, a smartass, a good father and a good friend. The man is like a sensei. One of my favorite characters. Jet, Vexx, and Byrne were new characters in Just Breathe (though the are introduced in the Ephemera stories) and they each made a nice impact in the story. Scarlet...I can't even type that name without snarling. Seriously one of the most vile, horrific, yet alluring characters I have ever met. (Voldemort who?) I hated, hated, HATED her and wanted her to die a watery death. And Sinnder. Sinnder is complex. He started the series as a bad guy, and slowly revealed glimpses of a pained man behind the Fyre. Though it wasn't always apparent, I had faith in him.

To say that I was happy with Just Breathe would be a massive understatement. I was overwhelmed by such intense emotions. As I read, I alternated between smiling, swooning (hot fudge!), sobbing, gasping, shaking, and laughing. Just Breathe was the ultimate package of awesome. I absolutely swear,it was perfect.

Just Breathe is a series that lives. The characters, the emotions and reactions they evoke, have become a part of my life. The amount of love, thought, time, and tears Kendall Grey has put into this world is apparent to those who read it. I said before that the Just Breathe Series is art, pure and simple. Art is not only something we can see and touch, but also something that inspires, causes intense feeling, thought, and discussion. By my simple terms, no books fit that definition better than Inhale...Exhale...Just Breathe.

Thank you, Kendall Grey. I will never forget Zoe, Gavin, Jack, Yileen, Lily, Sinnder, Adriene, Jet, Byrne, Vexx and the rest of the characters (yes, even that miserable bitch Scarlet.) You've given me more than I could have ever dreamed of. It has been a real privilege to fall in love with your books.
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