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Tasting Texas
Beth Garrett spends every waking moment with the love of her life, The Long Branch Saloon. The popular southern bar is a much needed escape from the reality of living in a small Texas town.
Never one for drama, Beth swears off screwing around with men from her own backyard, and spends most of her nights alone. That is until fate has pity on her and sends the occasional handsome stranger through town.
That’s exactly what happens when Eric Alexander comes to Sommerville on business. After a long meeting, Eric ends up at The Long Branch to blow off some steam. With the help of Beth's best friend Wren, the sexy New Yorker challenges her to a game of pool in exchange for an unforgettable Texas experience.
Just as Beth thinks she has Eric eating out of the palm of her hand, Wren decides to stir the pot. Now she has to decide if the reward will be worth the risk in this steamy novella, the first in The Tasting Series.
Never one for drama, Beth swears off screwing around with men from her own backyard, and spends most of her nights alone. That is until fate has pity on her and sends the occasional handsome stranger through town.
That’s exactly what happens when Eric Alexander comes to Sommerville on business. After a long meeting, Eric ends up at The Long Branch to blow off some steam. With the help of Beth's best friend Wren, the sexy New Yorker challenges her to a game of pool in exchange for an unforgettable Texas experience.
Just as Beth thinks she has Eric eating out of the palm of her hand, Wren decides to stir the pot. Now she has to decide if the reward will be worth the risk in this steamy novella, the first in The Tasting Series.
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First published May 29, 2014
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Kimmie Easley
43 books177 followersKimmie is an International Bestselling author who grew up traveling the country, rarely settling in one place for much longer than a minute. Being no stranger to heartache, she allows her unconventional childhood to fuel her writing.
Kimmie can be found somewhere in the south writing wine worthy stories.
Kimmie can be found somewhere in the south writing wine worthy stories.
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January 17, 2017
This was a very quick read. The setting started out great, normal really but then it got rushed. She has a date with a new guy in town, who she sleeps with instantly then runs away from. A week later her lifelong friend returns and she sleeps with him which she 'feels' is him loving her without words said. Idk it all felt way to rushed. She's known him a long time as friends, so you think to finally be intimate would be a special scene, not a quick one. This read was ok. I won't bother with the 'complete' version for this story. Book 1 already ended happy; she found love.
August 9, 2016
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I have been waiting to read Tasting Texas for a couple months so I was excited to finally get my hands on it. The latest work by Kimmie Easley did not disappoint!
In Tasting Texas, Beth is hard-working gal who has a barely existent sex life. However, when when the AC in her popular bar breaks down and a handsome stranger comes to town, it seems that things start to look up... but not in the way you will expect them to!
Beth is a woman after my own heart. She's hardworking, doesn't take crap from anyone and it is a total bonus that she is sexy. Beth is easily relatable.
Wren is my choice for book boyfriend. Wren plays an important part of Beth's life, his actual role in the novella seems minimal. I rooted for him as I read. Eric, despite the hot sex, just seemed a little creepy.
Oh yes, the sex. There is steamy hot sex. There is some d/s undertones in one of the scenes. It isn't heavy d/s, honestly. If that bothers you in the slightest, then just skip ahead since the d/s is not a theme of this novella. There's also public/semi-public sex too. Everything is just really hot.
I thought some plots could have been expanded on. Even though this is a novella, I thought it some little things like more explanation and background on Wren's girlfriend could have been packed in. The ending was a little abrupt for my taste, as well. Beth is in the middle, okay the end, of having sex and then BAM! Closing sentence. Would have preferred more of a wrap-up before ending the story.
This novella is a short read. You can finish it in an afternoon by the poolside or at the beach. A great summer read! Totally looking forward to the next book in the Tasting series.
I have been waiting to read Tasting Texas for a couple months so I was excited to finally get my hands on it. The latest work by Kimmie Easley did not disappoint!
In Tasting Texas, Beth is hard-working gal who has a barely existent sex life. However, when when the AC in her popular bar breaks down and a handsome stranger comes to town, it seems that things start to look up... but not in the way you will expect them to!
Beth is a woman after my own heart. She's hardworking, doesn't take crap from anyone and it is a total bonus that she is sexy. Beth is easily relatable.
Wren is my choice for book boyfriend. Wren plays an important part of Beth's life, his actual role in the novella seems minimal. I rooted for him as I read. Eric, despite the hot sex, just seemed a little creepy.
Oh yes, the sex. There is steamy hot sex. There is some d/s undertones in one of the scenes. It isn't heavy d/s, honestly. If that bothers you in the slightest, then just skip ahead since the d/s is not a theme of this novella. There's also public/semi-public sex too. Everything is just really hot.
I thought some plots could have been expanded on. Even though this is a novella, I thought it some little things like more explanation and background on Wren's girlfriend could have been packed in. The ending was a little abrupt for my taste, as well. Beth is in the middle, okay the end, of having sex and then BAM! Closing sentence. Would have preferred more of a wrap-up before ending the story.
This novella is a short read. You can finish it in an afternoon by the poolside or at the beach. A great summer read! Totally looking forward to the next book in the Tasting series.
June 8, 2014
Last year, I stumbled across Kimmie Easley's Souls Set Free. Something about the cover and title grabbed me. Read it, loved it. I've been waiting a long time for something new from this author. With that being said, Tasting Texas is SO different from Souls Set Free. I have to give kudos to an author who can pull of different genres. I love it! Now, onto Tasting Texas.
This is a quick, HOT read that's made for reading in a pinch. Not too long, but not too short and it definitely sucks you in. Beth is a hard worker, running her own bar. Yeah she's got a potty mouth too. She doesn't hold back. Love her. I'd go hang out in her bar all day. She doesn't need a man and she's ready for things in her work life to turn around.
The ending of this book surprised me. This whole thing did not go the way I expected, but I was pleasantly surprised and happy with the end result. There is explicit sex in this novella, but there's plenty of story, too. I wish it were longer, but that's not a 'bad' complaint, it just means I would have loved so much more from the characters! Definitely looking forward to the next in the series, and any other works Kimmmie has up her sleeve.
This is a quick, HOT read that's made for reading in a pinch. Not too long, but not too short and it definitely sucks you in. Beth is a hard worker, running her own bar. Yeah she's got a potty mouth too. She doesn't hold back. Love her. I'd go hang out in her bar all day. She doesn't need a man and she's ready for things in her work life to turn around.
The ending of this book surprised me. This whole thing did not go the way I expected, but I was pleasantly surprised and happy with the end result. There is explicit sex in this novella, but there's plenty of story, too. I wish it were longer, but that's not a 'bad' complaint, it just means I would have loved so much more from the characters! Definitely looking forward to the next in the series, and any other works Kimmmie has up her sleeve.
January 3, 2015
Full review to come soon, but in the meantime. Who knew that kimmie had this inner Sex goddess hiding inside that sweet little head of hers waiting to come out! I thank you for allowing her to spread her wings, because this little book just left me Breathless. My heart is still pounding as I think about Beth and her reluctance to let her heart feel love and lust with just the right person!
This story was fast paced and I finished it in the matter of an hour or so, but you will not be disappointed and I hope it leaves you wanting more of Beth and Wren like it did me!
This story was fast paced and I finished it in the matter of an hour or so, but you will not be disappointed and I hope it leaves you wanting more of Beth and Wren like it did me!
July 10, 2014
This was a great read with a bit of a twist to keep you guessing what way is this going to go. You won't want to put it down! Beth owns a bar and works hard. She gets to work alongside her longtime friend, Wren. He's always been there for her and just happens to be very hot. I couldn't put it down and finished it in one afternoon. Didn't want it to end. Definitely buying the rest of the series! Well thought out and well written.
April 3, 2015
A hopeful and unexpected ending!!
I hadn't expected to read this book in one sitting but once I started I had to see it through! I have to admit that after the tussle between the sheets happened I knew I wanted something different to happen and when it did I couldn't have been happier! Meaningless sex sometimes leaves you empty and wanting a different out come with someone you never expected but it's well worth exploring!!
I hadn't expected to read this book in one sitting but once I started I had to see it through! I have to admit that after the tussle between the sheets happened I knew I wanted something different to happen and when it did I couldn't have been happier! Meaningless sex sometimes leaves you empty and wanting a different out come with someone you never expected but it's well worth exploring!!
June 3, 2014
A great story, short enough to finish in a few hours. Kimmie was able to create a realistic story, the setting could have been any small town bar in Texas, of which I've been to many.
Beth reminds me of many of the young ladies across the state and so does Wren. The whole thing ends in a way that will make you happy and glad that you read it. Look forward to the next in the series.
Beth reminds me of many of the young ladies across the state and so does Wren. The whole thing ends in a way that will make you happy and glad that you read it. Look forward to the next in the series.
December 30, 2016
Tropes, bad writing, boring sex, no character development, awkward transitions, nonsensical descriptions, and unbelievable situations.
I'm seriously losing my faith in GR reviewers. How does his novella have so many 4 & 5 star reviews? How does it have so many 3 star reviews? I just don't get it.
I'm seriously losing my faith in GR reviewers. How does his novella have so many 4 & 5 star reviews? How does it have so many 3 star reviews? I just don't get it.
June 6, 2014
Great story about a strong and Independent woman from a small town in Texas. She owns a bar and works with a longtime friend -Wren, who seems to be very yummy! He has always been there for her. Who wouldn't want their own "Wren"? Great read and short enough to finish in one night.
September 27, 2014
Tantalizing
This series of books sure is something. Kimmie does a great job developing characters. Can't wait for more books in any genre by her.
This series of books sure is something. Kimmie does a great job developing characters. Can't wait for more books in any genre by her.
February 16, 2015
I stayed up until 4am to finish this book, I absolutely could not put it down! I can't wait to read more by this author, her stories and characters are awesome!
March 23, 2015
Quick read sweet friends to lovers novella love a strong sassy heroine and a sweet hot best friend who's loved her all along beautiful HEA
May 11, 2015
Really enjoyed it.!!!
May 12, 2015
I loved this book if you haven't read it you need to. Kimmie Easleys books are amazing. I loved all of the characters and everything about this book.
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May 23, 2017
Beth Garrett is 27 and has used the inheritance from her Grandpa to buy The Long Branch bar but now she is struggling to keep it open and may lose it to foreclosure. She tends to keep her heart away from men in town and finds Eric Alexander just what she needs at the moment.
Eric challenges Beth to a wager that could result in her getting a new air conditioning unit. But will she get in over her head and maybe there is someone else who can give her what she really needs.
I really enjoyed this quick story about really discovering what you want maybe in front of you all along. I would have loved to have more of Beth and Wren and hopefully they can get another story soon that expands on everything!
I loved Beth and really want to know what ends up happening with her bar!
Eric challenges Beth to a wager that could result in her getting a new air conditioning unit. But will she get in over her head and maybe there is someone else who can give her what she really needs.
I really enjoyed this quick story about really discovering what you want maybe in front of you all along. I would have loved to have more of Beth and Wren and hopefully they can get another story soon that expands on everything!
I loved Beth and really want to know what ends up happening with her bar!
June 19, 2017
Short and sexy story. Beth owns a bar in Texas and has sex with strangers instead of locals so she doesn't have to develop relationships. Wren and her have been flirting forever, can they take the relationship to the next level without ruining their friendship? Good start to the series. I voluntarily reviewed this book.
June 18, 2018
Nice
A good little short. When two people who have been friends forever find out that things can be different. Good story.
A good little short. When two people who have been friends forever find out that things can be different. Good story.
March 2, 2019
Even though the story was a fast read I wished it delved deeper into a bigger story, It had great bones but I felt like I missed quite a bit.
May 4, 2019
I began reading the box set with this story. I was disappointed it was short, rushed and lacked any extra to make it a good story.
August 6, 2014
63 pages
Stand alone within a series
You’ll get the gist of this story from other reviews.
I'm constantly butting my head against five star reviews. Perhaps my expectations are too high, perhaps I read so much I'm constantly searching for that 'harder to find than you think' point of difference that sets a book apart from others out there in romancialand.
I didn't get into this novella as much as I wanted.
Beth is beautiful, independent and strong willed with a mind of her own. She owns a bar, drinks and cusses with the best of them, can handle herself and cares little what people think - well except for Wren. I really liked Beth but I wanted so much more from her character. I should have read the blurb properly but I ask you. Had Beth been a male would the same weak excuse for not sexing it up within the local pool have prevailed? Would the author have allowed him to sit at home alone for nights on end waiting for that occasional visiting stranger to take care of his sexual needs? I doubt that very much.
And when Eric appeared I got a bit lost because there was more angst and sexual spark between Beth and Eric than Beth and Wren perhaps because Wren’s appearance was so low key or perhaps because for much of this novella he already had a girlfriend. I didn’t find myself rooting for him, for them as much as I possibly should have.
Why did I continue reading it then? Because it was short and took no time to get to the rather abrupt ending.
October 11, 2016
An awesome short that will have your head spinning in no time. This is the first of this author's work that I have had the pleasure of reading, and what a pleasure it was. She has packed so many emotions in this well written book. Beth has been relationship fearful for as long as she can remember, especially with anyone that could possibly know her better than she knows herself. Her best friend, Wren, has always been there for her, just as she's been there for him. He works with her at her bar, and they've always cried on each others' shoulders, but lately, she's not sure why she's feeling so much fury whenever she thinks of him with another. Then in walks Mr. Rich Guy from New York, and he wants Beth....for the night at least, and Wren discovers his girlfriend is fooling around on him. Will their lives ever be the same, safe, tedious lives, or will they be forever changed with these turns of events? Who will Beth finally end up with? Will she ever let a man into her heart?
A definite must read!
A definite must read!
May 27, 2016
Beth Garett.
The girl who did one night stands and nothing else because she's scared to get hurt. A woman who owns her own bar and shes a workaholic.
That's the only thing that I can say about this story because I feel like if I say anything else I will give away some of the story and I do not want to do that. But know this the way Beth find love is very unpredicting. I did not see it coming and it's a little shocking.
So with that being said here's my official review.
This book is rather short but it has some interesting qualities to it. The characters are really close to one another and it's just a really cute fun book. Miss Easley pulls you in from the beginning and she keeps you there. The book is easy to read and it holds your attention.
So would I reread this book? yes I would!
Do I recommend this book? Yes! If you need or would like to read a short but good book this book is for you.
I received a copy of this book for my honest review.
The girl who did one night stands and nothing else because she's scared to get hurt. A woman who owns her own bar and shes a workaholic.
That's the only thing that I can say about this story because I feel like if I say anything else I will give away some of the story and I do not want to do that. But know this the way Beth find love is very unpredicting. I did not see it coming and it's a little shocking.
So with that being said here's my official review.
This book is rather short but it has some interesting qualities to it. The characters are really close to one another and it's just a really cute fun book. Miss Easley pulls you in from the beginning and she keeps you there. The book is easy to read and it holds your attention.
So would I reread this book? yes I would!
Do I recommend this book? Yes! If you need or would like to read a short but good book this book is for you.
I received a copy of this book for my honest review.
September 29, 2015
I received a copy of Tasting Texas from the Author Kimmie Easley for a honest review so here it is...
I gave this series a 5 stars!!!
This story is such a great story to read. This story's are not that long and you can devour all of it in a matter of hours. I find her writing style easy, flowing and always has a few surprises in there. Kimmie can write some steam sex scenes and can give a true love story come to life.
This is the story of Beth and Wren. They are best friends. Beth owns a bar in and Wren is her manager. When a stranger comes to town and Beth and Him makes a bet Wren encourage her to follow through with it. With one night of hot passion and a confession from Wren, can Beth figure if she wants a total hot stranger or her best friend?
So if your looking for a good series to read and don't have a lot of time, then this needs to be your next read.
I gave this series a 5 stars!!!
This story is such a great story to read. This story's are not that long and you can devour all of it in a matter of hours. I find her writing style easy, flowing and always has a few surprises in there. Kimmie can write some steam sex scenes and can give a true love story come to life.
This is the story of Beth and Wren. They are best friends. Beth owns a bar in and Wren is her manager. When a stranger comes to town and Beth and Him makes a bet Wren encourage her to follow through with it. With one night of hot passion and a confession from Wren, can Beth figure if she wants a total hot stranger or her best friend?
So if your looking for a good series to read and don't have a lot of time, then this needs to be your next read.
March 28, 2016
Beth is the owner of the Long Branch Saloon. She works hard, is very independent and sassy. She does not indulge in small town one nighters, preferring to satisfy her needs with the occasional out-of-towner. When Wren, her long time friend and the manager of her saloon sets up a "challenge" issued by out of town business man Eric...things get steamy....in more ways than one.
This was a quick and hot read. Although I know it was a Novella, I still feel that things could have been expanded upon more in regards to the actual story line.
I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This was a quick and hot read. Although I know it was a Novella, I still feel that things could have been expanded upon more in regards to the actual story line.
I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
April 6, 2016
Really, really good with lots of steam packed in a short read difficult to put down! I've just found a new go to author. Beth is the owner of the town bar and her best friend, Wren, is the manager. There is an obvious attraction between them, but she's too scared to take the step where things will never be the same again. Eric, NY business man, wants a true Texas experience in the form of Beth. Right when she's sure she has Eric all figured out, Wren goes and makes a confession that will change everything. The only thing I would have liked to be different is the length, I was left wanting more.
January 31, 2017
i found this book on iBooks for free & thought, errrr why not? this was a quick & hot read! not too long, but not too short & it definitely sucks you in. Beth was a strong, independent woman. she's a hard worker, running her own bar, & getting to work along side her best friend Wren. he's always been there for her, and just so happens to be pretty hot! there were a lot of flaws for me, but overall, this was a really good read. i finished it in half an hour. literally!
the ending of the book surprised me! it wasn't what i was expecting, but i'm soo happy it ended the way it did! i just wish this story was longer, and that the author would give us more about the characters being together.
the ending of the book surprised me! it wasn't what i was expecting, but i'm soo happy it ended the way it did! i just wish this story was longer, and that the author would give us more about the characters being together.
May 27, 2016
This was a very interesting read and very sexy.
Beth own and ran a bar in Texas.
One Friday night she was working in the bar because she
was under staff. At the end of the night one of the customers challenge her
to a pool game if she beat him he would replace the bar aircon if she lost she
had to have dinner with him.
Received this book for an honest review.
Don't let the fact this book came out in 2014 put you off
because it is a very hot read.
I will definitely be reading more from this author.
Beth own and ran a bar in Texas.
One Friday night she was working in the bar because she
was under staff. At the end of the night one of the customers challenge her
to a pool game if she beat him he would replace the bar aircon if she lost she
had to have dinner with him.
Received this book for an honest review.
Don't let the fact this book came out in 2014 put you off
because it is a very hot read.
I will definitely be reading more from this author.
August 26, 2015
this is a great short read with hot characters, Beth is a hard working owner of a bar, she has sworn off relationships and stays away from any of the locals but her best friend and second in command Wren has not hidden his feelings for her but they made a pact to be just friends. The events that happen definitely are HOT and will leave you with a feel good factor. I have really enjoyed this and will be looking at the others for sure.
March 30, 2016
Short, sweet, and sexy!
Beth has always been content to have the occasional hook up with an out of towner. Never one to back down from a bet, she is independent, and owns her own bar. When a sexy rich stranger fulfills her night with some hot meaningless sex, he opens her eyes to what she is really missing. And what's been missing all this time has been right under her nose in the form of her hot, sexy, and ripped best friend, Wren.
Beth has always been content to have the occasional hook up with an out of towner. Never one to back down from a bet, she is independent, and owns her own bar. When a sexy rich stranger fulfills her night with some hot meaningless sex, he opens her eyes to what she is really missing. And what's been missing all this time has been right under her nose in the form of her hot, sexy, and ripped best friend, Wren.
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