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Rush

(Montgomery Men #1)

C.A. Harms (Goodreads Author)

4.24 · Rating details · 825 ratings · 173 reviews

I was running from my husband, a man I thought I’d known. Running from the hell he had put me through.

He’d nearly destroyed the woman I had once been and I would do whatever it took to regain my freedom.

I would lie, and cheat. I would steal if it meant that I never had to go back there.

I’d run and keep running…

But there was one problem. I hadn’t planned for Ashton Montgome ...more

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Oct 04, 2016 Emily rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: on-the-run, series, states-new-york, abused-heroine, billionaire-millionaire, pages-200-299, characters-k, characters-m, title-r, author-c

Kinsley has put up with her domineering husband and his abuse because it was the only way to get her father's healthcare taken care of. She sees a piece of herself die though every time he cuts her down or abuses her. When she realizes her husband hid her fathers death from her, it is her breaking point and fortunately a woman helps her escape and find a new identity and life. Kinsley has no plans on ever getting involved with a man again, but when billionaire Ashton Montgomery makes his interes ...more

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Feb 25, 2017 Jos rated it it was amazing

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Aug 11, 2016 Kimberly rated it it was amazing

Ashton Montgomery you made me fall hard and fast for you with your dirty mouth and your insanely sweet side. But when you started the alpha male possessive act I was completely done! There was no turning back.

Rush is book one in the Montgomery Men series and I am completely hooked! Like every other CA Harms book, it had all the feels and left me in a big puddle of swoony goo! It's hot, super sexy, a little sweet and a lot dirty!

Ashton is single, rich and living the dream life. He has his brother ...more

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Aug 25, 2016 Victoria rated it liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: abused-heroine, woman-on-the-run

3.5 RATING- Surprised that I ended up liking this one as much as I did. Guilty pleasure for sure but well done. Woman on the run story, man whore who falls hard and pursues heroine harder, some sexy dirty talk, and very readable writing made this a quick enjoyable read.

I have several books by this author that I picked up as freebies on my Kindle (although this is the first I've actually read so far and I purchased this one) and am glad to find her writing works for me. I definitely plan to pick ...more

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Aug 19, 2018 Coco.V marked it as to-read · review of another edition

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Blurb:
I was running from my husband, a man I thought I’d known.
Running from the hell he had put me through.

He’d nearly destroyed the woman I had once been and
I would do whatever it took to regain my freedom.

I would lie, and cheat.
I would steal if it meant that I never had to go back there.

I’d run and keep running…

But there was one problem. I hadn’t planned for Ashton Montgomery.
He was a distraction I couldn’t allow. Not if I wanted to stay safe. I had t ...more

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Aug 27, 2016 Books Laid Bare rated it really liked it

Relationships, not a chance Ashton Montgomery had given that a try and was sworn off anything long term from now on and there was no shortage of willing bedfellows.
Kinsley Hellman has experienced the worst the world could throw at her, at the hands of her ba***rd of a husband Jase, he was one sick mother***er and she was little more than a possession that he could do what he wanted both too and with.
Staying through fear and obligation, Kinsley finds out in the most despicable of circumstances th Relationships, not a chance Ashton Montgomery had given that a try and was sworn off anything long term from now on and there was no shortage of willing bedfellows.
Kinsley Hellman has experienced the worst the world could throw at her, at the hands of her ba***rd of a husband Jase, he was one sick mother***er and she was little more than a possession that he could do what he wanted both too and with.
Staying through fear and obligation, Kinsley finds out in the most despicable of circumstances that the main hold Jase has over her has gone, but the fear that he has instilled in her doesn’t mean that she feels able to get away from him, luckily for her she has someone in her corner that night that takes matters out of her hands and is able to get her away from him and into the safe hands of a group of people who will do everything they can to help her start again.
Six months later and she is living in New York under her new identity and beginning to find her feet, he knows that she has the people she staying with last at her back, they are like family to her now but she also knows that’s he has to make a new life for herself, so with a little apartment and a new job she is doing what she can. But she never banked on meeting the force of nature that is Ashton Montgomery.
The man was simply breath-taking, he had a presence that sucked the air out of her lungs but she knew that no matter how handsome Ashton was she couldn’t get involved, she had to keep herself safe but there was no way that Ashton was going to take no for an answer and this sassy spitfire had his interest working overtime. She is a challenge he never saw coming but one he has no intension of backing down from, Ashton Montgomery does not lose, this is a man that gets exactly what he wants and from the minute Kinsley stepped foot in his office and verbally slapped him down a peg or two, he has wanted one thing…her!
Ashton was super, rich and super successful but that doesn’t impress Kinsley, after all Jase had all that too, but Ashton is everything that Jase isn’t, he is so kind, so loving and she was always swimming against the tide, she was always going to give in and date him, the man was relentless.
I loved his possessiveness but wasn’t sure how given her history that was going to play out, I thought it might have been tougher for her than it appeared. But what was hard for her to deal with was the web of lies that she continued to weave on an almost daily basis, it was eating away at her but she couldn’t tell him the truth, even though he had made it clear that he would never lie to her and that truth was a paramount consideration for him.
Together they were fabulous but the spectre of not only her past but the deceit is always bubbling along in the background, a ticking time-bomb almost. So when Ashton gets an uneasy feeling that there is something painful in her past that he can no longer ignore and he asks his brother Beckett – a PI to look into her past. The truth is devastating for him.
Reacting poorly and rashly to the content of Beckett’s investigation, Ashton calls time on their relationship, but is that it, are this perfect couple over for good?
The pickup from Ashton’s return from L.A is swift and Ash’s possessive nature swings into full effect, I won’t give away what happens but let’s just say that Ash and his brothers Beckett and Knox stop at nothing to make sure that she is finally free of her demons.
There is a wealth of fabulous characters but I would like to give a huge shout out to Lex, Ashton’s fabulous sidekick, who is more than willing to give his boss and careful nudge in the right direction and eventually Kinsley’s best friend, he was just superb.
I loved Kinsley and Ashton, they had a realistic undertone to their story, I liked the fact that the author didn’t sugar coat the seriousness of her situation.
I am looking forward to reading the next of the Montgomery Men Series and I hope that we get a little more from Kinsley and Ashton too.
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Jul 02, 2017 Bette Hansen rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Excellent

An excellent story, exceptional writing, and great characters made this a fantastic read. Ashton and Kingsley/Kiera area perfect together and a great story of how our past doesn't have to control our future when we trust the right people. Definitely a recommended read. ...more

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Aug 16, 2016 Lydia H rated it it was amazing

Shelves: 5-stars, top-favorite-stand-alone-books

CA HARMS' BEST BOOK YET!!

I'm not sure what the author did while writing this novel, but OH.EM.GEE. she certainly NAILED it. Now, I've LOVED all her other books, but this one....this one was just so much better!! WOW! I was HOOKED and I seriously could not put this book down. The story line had more depth, more emotion...GAH! I don't know quite how to explain it, but this book was just EPIC.

Ashton was DELICIOUS and Kinsley was a strong heroine. I loved how despite Ash being an alpha male, he kn ...more

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Aug 22, 2016 Lauren rated it it was amazing

Shelves: love-this-book

I loved this book; Rush is by far C.A. Harms best book. The storyline of this book instantly gripped me. I couldn’t put it down! The emotions in this book are intense and on point. Kinsley’s story gave me the feels, there wasn’t one emotion that I didn’t feel whilst reading Rush. Anger at Jase. Ugly crying for the pain Kinsley felt at losing her father. And happiness for Kinsley and Ashton’s love and relationship. The storyline for Rush is on point, and consistent throughout. I seriously cannot I loved this book; Rush is by far C.A. Harms best book. The storyline of this book instantly gripped me. I couldn’t put it down! The emotions in this book are intense and on point. Kinsley’s story gave me the feels, there wasn’t one emotion that I didn’t feel whilst reading Rush. Anger at Jase. Ugly crying for the pain Kinsley felt at losing her father. And happiness for Kinsley and Ashton’s love and relationship. The storyline for Rush is on point, and consistent throughout. I seriously cannot wait for Beckett’s book! I need it right now! Kinsley’s story is heartbreakingly beautiful!

As soon as Ashton saw Kinsley, he turned full on Alpha. He tried to win her over on their first meeting. But Kinsley went all sassy on him. He wasn’t looking for a relationship, he didn’t want one! But as soon as he met Kinsley, he knew he had to have her! He tried his hardest to win her over, flowers, a fancy breakfast and sneaky set ups planned by his assistant, Lex.

When Kinsley gives in to her attraction to Ashton, their chemistry is sizzling hot! I liked how Kinsley felt remorse for lying to Ashton; she clearly didn’t want to lie to him. If I am being totally honest, I thought this book would be Dark and slow to get into. But although Rush has the power to break your heart within the first few pages, it is light hearted and an addicting read. – Definitely one to add to the Re-read list.

Kinsley is a sassy women hiding beneath a broken shell, the further we get into the story, and the sassiness starts to break through more and more. I loved how Lex stood by Kinsley when the truth came out.

Kinsley Hellman has been through hell, she stayed in an abusive relationship to protect and help her dying father. She finally has the courage to leave, to escape her personal hell. After getting a new identity, now known as Keira she meets Ashton and she is instantly attracted to him, but she can’t risk a relationship. She lives in fear of her ex husband finding her and hurting her further. But Ashton wants Keira and he isn’t going to give up easily. When Keira finally gives in to her attraction to Ashton, they soon grow stronger as a couple, but how will Ashton react when he learns the truth of her past? Will Kinsley ever be safe? Will Ashton and Kinsley get their happily ever after?

A must read of 2016! ...more

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Aug 20, 2016 Brianna at Renee Entress's Blog rated it it was amazing

5 Stars!

It is no secret I am a huge fan of this author. From the first time I read one of her books, I was hooked. And since then, I keep coming back with each new release. I expect a lot from the author and the Montgomery Men series is one I am looking forward to in the future. This book was so amazing. It had an intriguing plot, flowing story line and gave me all the feels while keeping me on the edge of my seat. Ashton stole my heart.

Rush is a sexy new standalone and first in a brand new seri ...more

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Aug 20, 2016 Tammy rated it it was amazing

I loved this book! This is C.A. Harms' BEST BOOK YET!

Kinsley was trapped in an abusive marriage. Jase abused her both physically and mentally while using her dying father to manipulate her into believing she couldn't leave him. Then a chance encounter with a woman she didn't know changes everything. With this woman's help she escaped and took a new identity (Kiera). She lived in fear he would find her but she was strong and determined to build a new life. Then Kiera meets Ashton, he is an intim ...more

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Aug 23, 2016 Becky Rendon rated it really liked it

Shelves: audiobooks

Running from an abusive and powerful man has Kinsley constantly looking over her shoulder. She's trying to move on from the news that changed her life and made her get out. She will be strong. Fake it 'til you make it, right?

It wouldn't be so hard if Ashton Montgomery would just back off. The man must never hear the word no. No she won't go out with him. No she won't be in his bed. No she won't think about him and his kisses...Alright she is already failing at that one but...

Yup, Kinsley knows h ...more

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Sep 06, 2016 Sweet Spot Sisterhood Book Lover's Blog rated it it was amazing

This was the first book I have read from this author and it certainly won't be my last. The balance of strength and vulnerability that our heroine possessed was amazing and well written. Our hero was an incredibly tantalizing alpha male with the perfect balance of dominance and tenderness. Just delicious. The storyline was gripping and a real page-turner and I kept waiting for the shoe to drop... the trouble to appear around the corner. I was truly as paranoid as the heroine rightfully felt. The ...more

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Sep 07, 2016 Anne Milne rated it it was amazing

This is a new to me author and it definitely won't be the last one I read.
Kinsley and Ashton are fabulous characters, as the story develops we get a real insight into their personalities and what makes them tick. At the start Ashton is a bit of an as...le he comes off as cold and aloof. He has everything I love in a bbf, he's funny, sexy, successful and demanding with a filthy mouth. When we meet Kinsley at the start my heart broke for everything she has gone through but a chance meeting gives h ...more

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Aug 23, 2016 Lisa Mulvihill rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

One of the best

This is one of Ms. Harms best books to date. Kinsley and Ashton felt so real. Kinsley was on the run from an abusive husband when she met Ashton and sparks flew. While rediscovering herself she found the love she needed from Ashton.

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Sep 01, 2016 Kim Brewing rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Great start to the series

This book grabbed my attention from the first page and kept it. This story has something for everyone....drama, angst, love and sexy time. Can't wait to read the next book. ...more

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Aug 14, 2016 Kaylee Ryan rated it it was amazing

Ashton Montgomery will steal your heart! Great start to a new series from Harms. You don't want to miss this one. ...more

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Nov 16, 2019 Shayay rated it it was amazing

This was an Audible listen for me. The narrator did a great job and fit the characters and story well. She has a nice tone to her voice. Recommended listening!

Sweet and sexy connection between Ashton and Kinsley aka Kiera. Loved their connection; lots of passion and heart. Ashton was a bit of a jerk in the beginning; he didn’t have the best introduction, but I loved that he was head over heels for Kinsley and wasn’t scared to commit to her. Kinsley is on the run from her abusive husband and does ...more

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Sep 01, 2018 Michele rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Strong love

I felt the pain from Kinsley right from the start. The chemistry between her and Ashton was off the charts. I can't to read more from this series ...more

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Aug 09, 2016 Sophie rated it it was amazing

I've just finished CA Harm's best book to date. Hands down THE BEST! I have DEVOURED this book in THREE HOURS! And now I don't know what to do with myself.

Rush is the first standalone from a brand new series from CA. It's raw, I am literally STRIPPED of emotion right now. It's racy, Ashton is SO FREAKING HOT, I swear I'm on fire. And it's REAL, the feels are real, the heartache is real, the swoon is real. Everything is perfect!

CA Harms knows how to write alphas, delicious, dirty alphas that blo ...more

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Aug 24, 2016 Jennifer Pierson rated it it was amazing

Kinsley has been living in an abusive marriage for years, and the only thing keeping her there, is her husband is paying for her sick father's medical expenses. However, when it's no longer needed, she escaped immediately, and is on the run. Armed with a new identity, job, and in a new city, she's managed to stay under the radar. While doing an errand for her boss, she meets Ashton Montgomery, and feels an instant strong attraction to him, but in order to stay safe, he's a distraction she can't ...more

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Aug 29, 2016 The Smutbrarians rated it really liked it

Shelves: earc

Panty Scorching-4
Storyline-4
Angst-2
Tissues-0
Value- 4
Overall Rating- 4
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Reviewed by Jen

Watch out ladies!! Ashton Montgomery is about to become a new book boyfriend. From his insanely hot body to his dirty talking, Ashton Montgomery sure knows how to make the ladies fall all over him. From the first time meeting him I couldn't help but find myself crushing on him.

Being rich and newly single after having his girlfriend cheat on him, Ashton is living his life the way he wants. He has no tro ...more

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Aug 22, 2016 Ena May - Swoon Worthy Books/Enticing Journey Book Promotions rated it it was amazing

Intriguing...Captivating...A mind-blowing must read for any reader looking for a sexy and intense read that leaves you feeling the RUSH....

C.A. Harms bring us a novel about finding the courage to remember the girl you once were and make the first step in getting her back. Rush is the story of Kinsley and the life that was stolen from her from the one person that promised to love and cherish her forever. Rush will take you on an intense journey of battling your demons and taking a risk that could ...more

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Aug 31, 2016 FMR Book Grind rated it it was amazing

ERIN'S REVIEW
6 STARS

OMG!!! Words cannot express what I felt while reading this books. The author has really outdone herself this time. I have to admit that I am a HUGE fan of CA Harms. I am talking stalker level huge. I have read every one of her books and have fallen in love every time I open a new one. Her characters are always very well developed. Her storylines are phenomenal. They will make you wish you were a part of the story, just so you could say you were there. I know without a doubt t ...more

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Apr 17, 2017 Lissa Smith Reads'~A Bookaholics Bookshelf rated it really liked it

I love series, sometimes I just can't get enough. Now add brother's to the mix and you have a series that I tend to go a bit Cray Cray for. However, just because it's brother series doesn't mean it any good. But, that's not the case for RUSH!

I was drawn into the tale of a woman desperate to escape her abusive mate. Who doesn't love a heroine strong enough to leave her abuse? What's more heroic, she was able to finally let down some of her guards and fall in love with a man who loves her for her. ...more

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Aug 08, 2016 Tammy Cole rated it it was amazing

It's no secret that I love CA Harms but honestly this is probably one of my favorite books of hers. I freaking loved Ashton so much. I mean seriously who doesn't love a bad boy who falls hopelessly in love? This is a man who gets everything he wants, including women, but he has to work for Kinsley affections and trust. When he falls, he falls hard.

"These eyes melt me, baby. I've never looked into another person's eyes and felt the pull I feel when I look into yours."

Kinsley is a strong woman wh ...more

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Aug 22, 2016 Renee Entress rated it it was amazing

Shelves: read-2016, twists-turns, suspense, arc, series

5 star

I was pulled right into this story. The story has pain, secrets, lies, suspense, twists & turns and heartbreak.

This is Kinsley and Ashton’s story. Kinsley is on the run from her past. Her husband abused her and now that she ran she is building a new life for herself. Ashton is cocky and knows just what he wants. But is Kinsley even open to something with someone? Or is she just waiting for her past to catch up with her? Can she try and form a relationship or will it be no use? Can Ashton ...more

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Sep 03, 2016 AnessaRenee Reviews rated it it was amazing

Kinsley is the heroine who truly makes you want to be her best friend. She overcomes so much and will do anything to run from her past. I love an alpha who knows how to dominate and Ashton definitely fits that mold. His mouth knows how to make you melt. And his fierce need for Kinsley is out of this world. Neither one of them anticipate the other and it makes for a wonderful read. This story has so many emotions that run throughout the story. It pulls on your heart strings and keeps you reading. ...more

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Aug 09, 2016 Danielle Pullen rated it it was amazing

Yet another CA Harms book you will devour! I am in love with CA Harms and her impeccable writing! Serious girl crush going on right here!

When you read the synopsis for Rush, you get the impression the entire book will be dark and angsty (not even sure that's a word but oh well!) There are parts of this book that will make you laugh, love and tear up!

Kinsley is absolutely shattered when she runs from her abusive husband and lands in New York City. Within in a short time she learns how to portray ...more

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Aug 12, 2016 Maria rated it it was amazing

Kinsley's part in the beginning of the story can break your heart 5 seconds flat, but I love seeing how she persevered and made a life even better for herself.

Ash is hot, sexy and everything you want in a caveman alpha male. And I loved watching Kinsley tear him down in their first few meetings!

Kinsley had the right amount of sass to make Ash work for it but the heartbroken eyes that let you know that it was all an act and that she just wanted someone she could trust.

Their story is intense with ...more

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