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A Tide Too High
McKenna Morgan is the driving force behind one of New Zealand’s biggest exports, rock band Polar Blaze. With thousands of fans and packed concerts wherever they play, it seems she’s everyone’s darling. Everyone, that is, except her own mother.
Mac has spent her life trying to prove she’s a success. But no matter how successful Mac has become she can’t please her mother.
The only way Mac knows how to deal with her mother’s disapproval is to bury herself in her work. However, life of an international rock musician is fast and furious. Work hard and play harder and when Mac collapses on stage in front of a packed Auckland stadium, she has no choice but to make some serious life changes. She disappears from media scrutiny to spend time recuperating at a private beach in the winterless far north of New Zealand.
London based Alec Stanford wants what his twin brother has… a home, a wife and children. But just because he’s one of the world’s most successful and respected businessmen, doesn’t mean he’s good at personal relationships. With a divorce pending, maybe he’s just not marriage material. Then he meets a burnt-out rock star who’s in hiding and she manages to shift the whole axis of his universe.
A novel about two people from different worlds who find a soul mate in each other and almost lose everything in the process.
It explores messy modern relationships and it's a roller-coaster of a read. If you love reading Danielle Steel, you'll love this story!
Mac has spent her life trying to prove she’s a success. But no matter how successful Mac has become she can’t please her mother.
The only way Mac knows how to deal with her mother’s disapproval is to bury herself in her work. However, life of an international rock musician is fast and furious. Work hard and play harder and when Mac collapses on stage in front of a packed Auckland stadium, she has no choice but to make some serious life changes. She disappears from media scrutiny to spend time recuperating at a private beach in the winterless far north of New Zealand.
London based Alec Stanford wants what his twin brother has… a home, a wife and children. But just because he’s one of the world’s most successful and respected businessmen, doesn’t mean he’s good at personal relationships. With a divorce pending, maybe he’s just not marriage material. Then he meets a burnt-out rock star who’s in hiding and she manages to shift the whole axis of his universe.
A novel about two people from different worlds who find a soul mate in each other and almost lose everything in the process.
It explores messy modern relationships and it's a roller-coaster of a read. If you love reading Danielle Steel, you'll love this story!
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363 pages, Paperback
First published November 5, 2014
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February 12, 2015
A book that was easy to read and hard to put down. Devoured it over a few days. Great characters and imagery of which still lingers.
Yay Carole!!!!!
Yay Carole!!!!!
May 26, 2018
The thing I loved the most about this story was the setting, New Zealand. Yeah baby, my home country. The story started off powerful but around the 50% mark that drama-lama reared it's ugly head. While I don't mind conflict, it went on a little too long, and I found my interest waning, hence only 4 stars.
September 13, 2019
a well written book, a captivating love story from beginning to end. I recommend This book and looking forward to read more from this autor.
May 12, 2015
Mac and Alec, the rock star and the businessman, live very different lives. The depiction of Mac's rock star life caught the frenetic pace of living in the spotlight but it was the contrast with the scene at her parents’ home that showed the strength of writing. The New Zealand settings were vivid and I feel an urge to visit the far north in particular!
While I can see that many people might dislike Mac’s cold mother, I felt the depiction of a woman caught in the coils of sorrow was powerful, and I felt for Mac’s father who made his daily escape into the garden while caring for his bereft wife.
Mac and Alec have a lot of obstacles to get through before they earn their happy-ever-after, and I loved taking the journey with them. I look forward to more by this new-t0-me author. I hope she also showcases more of the glorious New Zealand country in future books!
While I can see that many people might dislike Mac’s cold mother, I felt the depiction of a woman caught in the coils of sorrow was powerful, and I felt for Mac’s father who made his daily escape into the garden while caring for his bereft wife.
Mac and Alec have a lot of obstacles to get through before they earn their happy-ever-after, and I loved taking the journey with them. I look forward to more by this new-t0-me author. I hope she also showcases more of the glorious New Zealand country in future books!
October 3, 2015
I loved this story. Set in NZ, McKenna is a music rock star who is about to burn out, big time. When she finally does, she is given a month to sort herself out. She takes a chance to stay on a secluded property in the far north to recover.
Alec is a NZ businessman who lives and works in London, but with divorce recently been filed, he's come back home to find some peace, and spend quality time with his family.
And here Alec and McKenna meet.
I spent a lot to time yelling at these characters, wanting them to get it together, and then to stay together. Misunderstandings and outside influences makes you wonder if these two will ever actually make their relationship work.
Carole has a lovely writing style, which flows easily, and the storyline was just sublime - talk about throwing stuff at your characters and see how they react! A wonderful read.
Alec is a NZ businessman who lives and works in London, but with divorce recently been filed, he's come back home to find some peace, and spend quality time with his family.
And here Alec and McKenna meet.
I spent a lot to time yelling at these characters, wanting them to get it together, and then to stay together. Misunderstandings and outside influences makes you wonder if these two will ever actually make their relationship work.
Carole has a lovely writing style, which flows easily, and the storyline was just sublime - talk about throwing stuff at your characters and see how they react! A wonderful read.
February 23, 2015
I really enjoyed the story of Mac and Alec, rock star and businessman, who live very different lives but are destined to find love together. I especially enjoyed Mac's rock star life, and the dedication she has for her career. The writing was very good, and the New Zealand settings were vividly bought to life. Especially the far north beach setting, which made me want to visit, and stay in the beautiful cottage by the sea.
Mac and Alec have a lot of obstacles to get through before they earn their happy-ever-after, and I loved taking the journey with them.
Thank you, Carole, for a great read!
Mac and Alec have a lot of obstacles to get through before they earn their happy-ever-after, and I loved taking the journey with them.
Thank you, Carole, for a great read!
June 16, 2015
I bought the book in support of an on-line friend and her first novel. Within days of it arriving I picked it up and struggled to put it down. So gripping was the story line with the ebb and flow of strong characters in locations that are known and there for more meaningful that I was quickly drawn into the lives where Mac and Alec overcome obstacles that create twists and turns to keep the reader interested.
One of the quickest reads I have had and was sorry to reach the end.
Now ready for this authors next novel.
One of the quickest reads I have had and was sorry to reach the end.
Now ready for this authors next novel.
January 13, 2015
Loved it! The book's description sounded so interesting, I couldn't wait for the Goodread's Giveaway, I purchased it as an e-book. Lots of twists & turns. Alec, successful businessman, meets McKenna (Mac) Morgan, rock star and the roller coaster takes off! As much as I loved Mac & Alec, I wanted to strangle Mac's cold, selfish mother and stuff her in a trunk with Margo, Alec's selfish, self-centered soon-to-be ex-wife. This is a great story but the beginning page was a tad bit confusing.
February 17, 2015
Working in a library and being exposed to vast amounts of literature, I have naturally developed a high set of expectations in regard to my personal reading.
This modern romance, well written, paced and researched has kept my attention the wholeway through - in fact I read it in one sitting, lol.
I also enjoyed identifying locations in this New Zealand set story I have visited personally.
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a well crafted romance.
Robyn Wilson
This modern romance, well written, paced and researched has kept my attention the wholeway through - in fact I read it in one sitting, lol.
I also enjoyed identifying locations in this New Zealand set story I have visited personally.
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a well crafted romance.
Robyn Wilson
February 17, 2015
What an awesome book. Was easy reading and had a great story to it. Cant wait to read more from Carole. Well done and would/have recommended to one and all.
April 10, 2015
Stayed up way too late reading this book because I thoroughly enjoyed it! I was hooked from the get go. The characters were endearing even if I did want to throttle them at certain points;)
January 13, 2021
A tide to high, is quite a different read to the other books published by Carole Brungar. Having said that, I still throughrally enjoyed this story. I love that much of Caroles stories are set in NZ, it gives kiwi readers a real connection to the characters. Very much a romance story, we all have fantisies of being with a rock star or a millionaire!!! But this novel still has a down to earth touch- the characters are just normal everyday people after all. Nice easy read. Would love to see more modern day romance from this author in the future.
December 21, 2020
I absolutely love this book I read it within a week and actually ditch half a wedding to go back and finish it it had me captivated from the get go
I have also reread it cause I love the story I would recommend this to everyone you will fall in love in the first chapter and you won’t want to stop till it finished
I have also reread it cause I love the story I would recommend this to everyone you will fall in love in the first chapter and you won’t want to stop till it finished
November 1, 2024
I originally read this book when it first come out.
Mac, a burnt out rockstar, needs some peace and quiet as she recovers.
Alec, a NZ business man based in the United Kingdom needs some respite from his high pressure job.
Their lives collide in a small cottage in the Far North of New Zealand, and their relationship blossoms.
Great writing, awesome settings. Highly recommend
Mac, a burnt out rockstar, needs some peace and quiet as she recovers.
Alec, a NZ business man based in the United Kingdom needs some respite from his high pressure job.
Their lives collide in a small cottage in the Far North of New Zealand, and their relationship blossoms.
Great writing, awesome settings. Highly recommend
June 18, 2024
Leaves you wanting more
The characters were well developed. There was a good story line. There was the right amount of romance. I didn’t have to skip pages because of too much detail.
The characters were well developed. There was a good story line. There was the right amount of romance. I didn’t have to skip pages because of too much detail.
January 24, 2020
This was my favourite book of Carole's that I read last year. Believable story, with characters that keep you engaged. Highly recommend.
December 7, 2021
A light romantic read set mostly in NZ, well written
July 31, 2015
I personally know the author and have been following her journey with this book so couldn't wait to read it. I wasn't disappointed! I know within a few pages if I am going to enjoy a book or not and I got caught up with the characters very quickly. Some I loved, some I hated - which I think is the sign of a good writer. Despite being a New Zealander I haven't visited the area the book is set in, but I very soon imagined myself walking along the beach with Mac and Alec. After starting the book my life got busy and I didn't get back to it for a few weeks, but when I did, I finished it in a few days!
It moves along at a good pace, the settings and characters are believable, and the last part of the book in particular was hard to put down. Carole had said she'd thrown in a few obstacles and challenges and boy, she wasn't lying! With the kind of curve balls she threw in, she could have a second career as a pitcher! I was hungry for more as soon as I finished the book and I understand she's caved in and will write a sequel. Can't wait!
For a first book, I am definitely impressed. I hope Carole writes many more because she obviously has the talent to succeed. If you haven't read this book yet, get a copy now!
It moves along at a good pace, the settings and characters are believable, and the last part of the book in particular was hard to put down. Carole had said she'd thrown in a few obstacles and challenges and boy, she wasn't lying! With the kind of curve balls she threw in, she could have a second career as a pitcher! I was hungry for more as soon as I finished the book and I understand she's caved in and will write a sequel. Can't wait!
For a first book, I am definitely impressed. I hope Carole writes many more because she obviously has the talent to succeed. If you haven't read this book yet, get a copy now!
September 16, 2015
I really enjoyed this book, I loved how easily you could connect with the characters and their relationships, meaning it was difficult to put the book down. I also liked that it featured a young New Zealander and took the reader to some beautiful places. It's the perfect holiday read... or "dreaming of summer" read.
February 9, 2015
A great read
October 14, 2015
Really loved this book. A great romance with believable characters set in NZ. Couldn't put it down.
December 22, 2015
3.5 stars
Would have rated higher if not for that sad ending. The epilogue if that even was one didn't do much for me.
Would have rated higher if not for that sad ending. The epilogue if that even was one didn't do much for me.
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