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Craving Her Soldier's Touch

(Beyond The Spotlight #1)

Wendy S. Marcus (Goodreads Author)

3.65 · Rating details · 43 ratings · 16 reviews

She swore she'd never give in to him…

Feisty nurse Jaci Piermont's heart was crushed when Staff Sergeant Ian Eddelton walked away from their passionate night together. But letting him know? Not an option! This reluctant socialite would much rather channel her energies into helping the vulnerable women she works with.

Now Ian's back—as gorgeous as ever, but with dark secrets ...more

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Jan 23, 2013 Jennifer Faye rated it it was amazing

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Lots of great emotion with a dash of danger. The hero was totally delicious. Once I started reading this book, I couldn't put it down. I am so looking forward to reading the sister's story in "Secrets of a Shy Socialite."

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Feb 11, 2013 Maria rated it it was amazing

Wendy S Marcus is a special author for me. Up until I started reading her books, I had a sort of phobia about reading books with sexual content. I sort of felt I had to run to confession or something. But when I started reading the work of this then new-for-me author and enjoyed the rich warmth and humanity of her writing, I realized (yes, at 48) that sexual activity is as much a part of life as any other aspect of living. The shyness melted away and I was cured of that particular phobia.

This i Wendy S Marcus is a special author for me. Up until I started reading her books, I had a sort of phobia about reading books with sexual content. I sort of felt I had to run to confession or something. But when I started reading the work of this then new-for-me author and enjoyed the rich warmth and humanity of her writing, I realized (yes, at 48) that sexual activity is as much a part of life as any other aspect of living. The shyness melted away and I was cured of that particular phobia.

This is part of the Piermont Sisters duo and the second promises to be just as interesting. Jaci Piermont could have led the life of a carefree socialite, but she wants to make a difference to society. Her work as a public health nurse and social worker for abused women brings her into the most dangerous places in New York, but her courage will hit you right between the two eyes. This woman is a powerhouse. Her love affair with war hero Ian really rocks. She gave him everything right before he went away to war and promised to wait for him. He came back bruised and damaged. She's still there for him. But things have changed. His comrades-in-arms were killed and now he has responsibilities to the wife and kids of his dead 'brothers', the only family he's ever known. So can this pair of amazing individuals overcome their differences and get with each other? Yes, it's the old cliche again, you'll have to read the book to find out, but I guarantee you, you will enjoy every moment. Wendy is up to the mark as ever and will give you a read you will not forget in a hurry. There's a special ingredient in this story - the humour. Like when Jaci tells her sister that Ian's back and Jena responds without missing a beat 'the one we had the menage with?' She's referring to the time when a rumour circulated that Ian had had an affair with both sisters, owing to the fact that he had a bikini shot of the twin sisters on his locker (the only photo of Jaci he had). The rumour had gone viral much to the disgust of the girls' brother. It's always the humour in Wendy S Marcus' work which I enjoy most.

Read this and you'll get an enthralling contemporary love story and learn a lot about domestic violence and and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Hey, don't let me put you off. These topics are part of life too. But they don't have to be the end of the world. Because as Wendy S Marcus shows us, there's always hope. That and the healing power of love. ...more

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Jan 22, 2013 Sara HarlequinJunkie rated it really liked it

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Craving Her Soldier's Touch by Wendy S Marcus is book#1 of Piermont sisters, this is a story of a war veteran hero and a Society socialite.

Right from the beginning this books starts with action and drama; there was never a dull moment as I read this book. Jaci was tough, fearless and funny. The chemistry between Jaci and her war veteran hero Ian was off that charts and their relationship wild and passionate.

If I had to pick on anything it would be on Ian's percep ...more

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Jan 06, 2013 Nance rated it it was amazing

Shelves: contemporary-romance, books-read-2013, erotica, nance, tearjerkers

Hard to believe that this is only Ms. Marcus’ fourth medical romance novel. Having left behind her passionate and accomplished Madrin Memorial Hospital nurses, she now embarks on a, let’s say, duet of novels with wealthy twin sisters Jaci and Jena Piermont.

First up is confident and fiesty sister, Jaci – a community health nurse and a Women’s Crisis Center advocate. Jaci was involved with Staff Sargeant, Ian Eddelton, some twelve or so months ago. She really liked the guy, but he up and ran back Hard to believe that this is only Ms. Marcus’ fourth medical romance novel. Having left behind her passionate and accomplished Madrin Memorial Hospital nurses, she now embarks on a, let’s say, duet of novels with wealthy twin sisters Jaci and Jena Piermont.

First up is confident and fiesty sister, Jaci – a community health nurse and a Women’s Crisis Center advocate. Jaci was involved with Staff Sargeant, Ian Eddelton, some twelve or so months ago. She really liked the guy, but he up and ran back to his military unit in Iraq without even a goodbye. Now, he’s back, bossy as ever. And, she’s really pissed at him for just leaving her without out that “goodbye”. But, he’s just so handsome and hard – body hard that is. He’s intensity, charm, and beauty all rolled up into one. And, Jaci can’t seem to think straight whenever he’s around. And, Ian, oh boy! Did he ever miss Jaci when he was gone. She’s beautiful! She’s sexy! And, there was not a day that didn’t go by that he didn’t think about her. He knew when he just up and left her it wasn’t the right thing to do, but he had to get out of there. He had an obligation. But, he’s changed physically as well as emotionally after this last tour in the Middle East. War does that to a person. Things are seen that have lasting traumatic effects on a person’s conscience. And, unfortunately, that is what Ian is dealing with – guilt and pain after losing his unit that was under fire; a unit that housed his friends - his combatant family. He’s suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and he will deal with it his way!

The couple do reunite, but will it last? Will Ian let Jaci be part of his life knowing that he has some huge obstacles to overcome with his emotional stability? And, will Jaci allow Ian back into her life knowing full well that he could run out and hurt her even more so this time? While the pair figure out their romantic troubles, Jaci also has to deal with her wealthy father’s stipulation regarding her multi-million dollar trust fund. And, of course, within that dilemma her step-brother Jerry lays in wait to make sure that the request is carried out legitimately. We also get our first glimpse of her twin sister, Jena, along with her two infant daughters. And, Jaci’s friend, Justin, makes an appearance to welcome home friend, Ian. Just exactly what Justin’s true relationship to the sisters is will be revealed in Jena’s book, Secrets of a Shy Socialite.

This was a scintillating book of erotic romance filled with angst, sweetness, and honesty. Yes, Jaci was a little harsh at times when seemingly being told what to do until she realized that Ian was just trying to protect her. What woman doesn’t want to be protected by a soldier? How hot is that? That was what Ian did for “his woman” - stood by her and made sure that she was taken care of no matter what. And, Ian had to let Jaci in. Into the pain and sorrow that stroked his heart after losing his men. The tragedy that eventually lead to him making the promise to take care of his deceased friends’ families forever. One thing that I will say is that they were a couple that truly cared about others – putting their own life on hold to come to the aide of someone else. Truly inspiring! Ms. Marcus’ created two characters that were honorably generous whether it be for family or a stranger.

Oh, and let’s not forget about the sizzling heat in the bedroom. A little inventive I would say – right? Which is defintely a good thing! Ian was pretty imaginative and Jaci was up for anything. So much for a bum leg...haha! They were really a passionate couple that wanted someone to need them and love them unconditionally – faults and all. You will not be disappointed with this recently released novel written by author, Wendy S. Marcus. Can’t wait to see what she has in store for Jaci’s sister, Jena!
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Feb 20, 2013 Lisa rated it really liked it

Shelves: earc, kindle

This is my first Wendy S Marcus book and i believe my first medical romance. I read the blurb for this and the first chapter and was interested and decided it was time to try a couple new things. I am happy to say it was a good choice! This is the first of 2 in this series and is about a set of identical twin sisters who are as different as night and day. First up is Jaci. Both sisters need to marry in a few months time or give up a 25 million dollar trust fund. It's not that they're worried abo
This is my first Wendy S Marcus book and i believe my first medical romance. I read the blurb for this and the first chapter and was interested and decided it was time to try a couple new things. I am happy to say it was a good choice! This is the first of 2 in this series and is about a set of identical twin sisters who are as different as night and day. First up is Jaci. Both sisters need to marry in a few months time or give up a 25 million dollar trust fund. It's not that they're worried about getting the money for themselves but instead the good they can do with that much money. Both twins are nurses so they can make their way in the world working and do. Jaci is a traveling home health nurse and also runs a center for abused women. Ian is a soldier and friend of Jaci's and although there is attraction she's always held him off til now. After one night of passion though Ian runs off earlier that he was supposed to as he was going back to Iraq. Ian was career Army until a terrible injury and the death of his friends takes him out of the military for good. Now he's back and finds out that he doesn't know Jaci as well as he thought. She's not just a rich girl living a pampered life. Now Ian has a few secrets of his own as well. I really enjoyed this book. There was a little of everything in this book. The medical aspect is there as Ian is dealing with a injury and PTSD and Jaci is dealing with abuse of herself and her mother. Then there is drama, romance and some humor thrown in as well. I love when a book has just the right mix of elements to make a great read. You also get a little of the players for book 2 in Justin ( Ian and Jaci's friend) and Jena who is Jaci's twin. All over Craving her Soldiers Touch is a well rounded book. It's one of those books that you are drawn through with a sense of enjoyment. The only turn off for me is there is one part and i believe it was just a paragraph of medical jargon that was over my head. As that wasn't the reason i was reading the book anyway it didn't bother me much. I would encourage anyone who wants to try a medical romance, but hasn't yet to try Wendy S Marcus and this series. After reading this one i immediately got my hands on book 2 and read it as well. 4 out fo 5 stars for Craving her Soldiers Touch by Wendy S Marcus.

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Feb 26, 2013 Amy R rated it it was amazing

Shelves: 2013, contemporary-romance

This was such a good book and I ended up reading it in about 24 hours. The writing is good, the plot moves along well, and there is the perfect mix of romance and intimacy. The story opens with Jaci and Ian sharing a hot and steamy night together. He then goes off to serve in Iraq and comes home about a year later. During that time Jaci doesn’t hear from him and assume she has scared him off for good.

Ian is a typical alpha male who wants to protect what’s his and that includes Jaci. He suffers f ...more

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Mar 16, 2013 Hsiau Wei rated it really liked it

Shelves: for-review, books-read-in-2013

This book tells the story of Jaci, a public health nurse who devotes her time to help abuse victims. Both she and Jena is arich socialite who is stood to receive trust money only if they marry. For Jaci, love would never be in the picture as her loved one has leave her behind to go to war. She was devastated when Ian left and rumours flies that Ian have boast about their relationship to his colleagues. Ian is back now; recovered after an injury from the war. He wanted so much for a second chance ...more

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Mar 29, 2013 Romantic Reads and Such rated it really liked it

In Craving Her Soldier’s Touch, Wendy S. Marcus delivers a hard-hitting, heart-warming, sexy story about two people coming to terms with guilt over past actions and learning how to go forward together. - Full review available at http://romanticreadsandsuch.wordpress... ...more

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Jun 18, 2013 Tara rated it it was amazing

This book did not disappoint. Ian is downright sexy and Jaci is not your typical socialite, together they have some great chemistry. And,I like Jaci's character for channeling her energy into something positive after coming from a harsh family environment.

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Jan 01, 2013 Harlequin Books added it

Shelves: harlequin_medical_romance, 2012-13

Miniseries: Beyond the Spotlight…
Category: Classic Romance

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Feb 22, 2013 Regina Richards rated it it was amazing

Feisty heroine. Sympathetic hero. Yummy romance.

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Jan 23, 2013 Karin Baine rated it really liked it

Another great book from Wendy S. Marcus, filled with emotion and hot sex! My favourite author of the moment and I can't wait to read Jena's story next :)

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Feb 28, 2013 Lynn Spencer rated it it was ok

Shelves: category-romance, medical-romance

C- at AAR, so 2.5 stars. Category romance authors at their very best pack a lot of emotion and characterization into a rather limited page count. Unfortunately, when they don't bring their A game, packing lots of conflict and emotion into a small book can result in a hot mess. Sadly, that's what happened throughout most of Craving her Soldier's Touch. This book just had too much going on, and none of the various plotlines and conflicts got developed well enough to really pack a solid punch.

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Jun 30, 2016 ♡B♡ rated it liked it

Shelves: 0-netgalley-0, 2016

Being a military wife I enjoyed the story. I liked that it didn't focus only on him but we did get him and what was going on with him but we got how well they worked together.

It was a sweet story and you have to love a man who is willing to help women.

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Mar 07, 2013 Jenn Scranton marked it as to-read · review of another edition

Shelves: arc

** ARC provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review **

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Jan 30, 2013 Ann marked it as to-read

$4.99 for 132 pgs. Hmmm...will wait on this one. Hope it drops in price.

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Wendy S. Marcus is an award-winning author of contemporary romance who lives in the beautiful Hudson Valley region of New York...where she spends way too much time indoors on her computer. Writing. Really! Okay, more like…where she spends way too much time on Twitter and Facebook! To learn more about Wendy and the books she’s managed to write, in spite of her social media addiction, visit http://W ...more