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Stellar Love
You know who I am…Reuben Creed.
Yeah, that Reuben Creed.
Rock star. A solo artist, because I don’t depend on anyone.
Burned out after six-months on the road, I’m sick of the groupies, the publicists, the media, the scene.
They say no man’s an island. I call bullshit.
I’ve found solace on a secluded island, off the coast of a small country at the bottom of the world. Off-grid, raw, primitive perfection. Nobody in LA knows where I am and that’s exactly what I crave—peace and solitude.
Almost.
The island has a caretaker. Stella. Just twenty-four, with eyes as blue and wild as the ocean. A mouth that’s quick to smile and tease, and a body and heart that inspire me to start writing songs again.
Songs about Stella.
She’s a million worlds away from the fans who hound me, and I should have kept my hands off her, but here on the island we’re safe. No-one can touch us, nobody knows I’m here.
Until one photo, one slip-up and suddenly my ugly world collides with Stella’s peaceful refuge. There’s only one way to protect her. I’ll have to sacrifice every last thing I’ve found here in paradise.
Including Stella.
Place a burned out rockstar on a remote New Zealand Island. Add sexy caretaker, and a wild storm. Stir and watch sparks fly. Safe read, standalone novella with a guaranteed HEA. Lots of feels, dirty talk, and enough loving to steam you up.
Yeah, that Reuben Creed.
Rock star. A solo artist, because I don’t depend on anyone.
Burned out after six-months on the road, I’m sick of the groupies, the publicists, the media, the scene.
They say no man’s an island. I call bullshit.
I’ve found solace on a secluded island, off the coast of a small country at the bottom of the world. Off-grid, raw, primitive perfection. Nobody in LA knows where I am and that’s exactly what I crave—peace and solitude.
Almost.
The island has a caretaker. Stella. Just twenty-four, with eyes as blue and wild as the ocean. A mouth that’s quick to smile and tease, and a body and heart that inspire me to start writing songs again.
Songs about Stella.
She’s a million worlds away from the fans who hound me, and I should have kept my hands off her, but here on the island we’re safe. No-one can touch us, nobody knows I’m here.
Until one photo, one slip-up and suddenly my ugly world collides with Stella’s peaceful refuge. There’s only one way to protect her. I’ll have to sacrifice every last thing I’ve found here in paradise.
Including Stella.
Place a burned out rockstar on a remote New Zealand Island. Add sexy caretaker, and a wild storm. Stir and watch sparks fly. Safe read, standalone novella with a guaranteed HEA. Lots of feels, dirty talk, and enough loving to steam you up.
161 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 4, 2016
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January 3, 2017
3 ALMOST INTERESTING STARS
“You’ll have to allow for shrinkage,” he teased. “The cold water has taken its toll.” I wasn’t sure what to say because if what I was staring at was undersized, then I’ve been dating the wrong guys.
Honestly, this was kind of a fun story about a self-involved rockstar who thinks he is an Island.
(I'm not joking here, he even thinks "They say no man’s an island. I call bullshit.")
"You know who I am …Reuben Creed. Yeah, that Reuben Creed. Rock star. A solo artist, because I don’t depend on anyone."
Therefore, it's very fitting that he goes away on an island to recharge his battery and get his creative juices flowing again.
And it was on this Island that he meets the island caretaker named Stella, who brought him back down to earth and helps inspire him.
Stella takes one look at him and thinks
"....he’s probably in some witness protection programme. He is American, after all. No one looking like he does voluntarily drops out of life. I mean, beneath that beard is a jaw you could crack coconuts with. Just by looks alone, the world is his oyster."
So she really has no idea who he is or what he does, and this is something Reuben finds captivating.
What happens when she does find out about him? But more importantly when the media finally find their idol?
YOU WILL HAVE TO READ THE BOOK TO FIND OUT!
Now this book sounds like it should be a WINNER WINNER CHICKEN DINNER!
But it really wasn't that for me.
Why?
It's all about chemistry I think.
The hero has had loads of hookups and random relationships and the heroine had just been in a long term relationships once before. But their whole set up was just was very boring. To me their "big love" sounded more like more of the same but with more orgasms and sex.
And normally, this is a good thing right?
Then, why was I left feeling like what they shared, while HOT, was nothing special?
Why did I not care when he left her or even get mad over what happened during his interview!?
I can't explain it. I can only to say this,
I would have given it only two stars but it has a sweet epilogue, and for those of you who know me and/or have read my reviews, you also know that I forgive a lot when the book ends on a sweet note.
So for me it was an Okay book but I will not be rereading it.
It's a good short story but it was a slightly disappointing read after my last few.
I would not discourage anyone from reading it but I don't recommend it either.
To me it was just...
Good news is that it's completely safe, so if you do venture on this Island story you will be securely assured your trip will be relatively drama free.
Happy reading.
“You’ll have to allow for shrinkage,” he teased. “The cold water has taken its toll.” I wasn’t sure what to say because if what I was staring at was undersized, then I’ve been dating the wrong guys.
Honestly, this was kind of a fun story about a self-involved rockstar who thinks he is an Island.
(I'm not joking here, he even thinks "They say no man’s an island. I call bullshit.")
"You know who I am …Reuben Creed. Yeah, that Reuben Creed. Rock star. A solo artist, because I don’t depend on anyone."
Therefore, it's very fitting that he goes away on an island to recharge his battery and get his creative juices flowing again.
And it was on this Island that he meets the island caretaker named Stella, who brought him back down to earth and helps inspire him.
Stella takes one look at him and thinks
"....he’s probably in some witness protection programme. He is American, after all. No one looking like he does voluntarily drops out of life. I mean, beneath that beard is a jaw you could crack coconuts with. Just by looks alone, the world is his oyster."
So she really has no idea who he is or what he does, and this is something Reuben finds captivating.
What happens when she does find out about him? But more importantly when the media finally find their idol?
YOU WILL HAVE TO READ THE BOOK TO FIND OUT!
Now this book sounds like it should be a WINNER WINNER CHICKEN DINNER!
But it really wasn't that for me.
Why?
It's all about chemistry I think.
The hero has had loads of hookups and random relationships and the heroine had just been in a long term relationships once before. But their whole set up was just was very boring. To me their "big love" sounded more like more of the same but with more orgasms and sex.
And normally, this is a good thing right?
Then, why was I left feeling like what they shared, while HOT, was nothing special?
Why did I not care when he left her or even get mad over what happened during his interview!?
I can't explain it. I can only to say this,
I would have given it only two stars but it has a sweet epilogue, and for those of you who know me and/or have read my reviews, you also know that I forgive a lot when the book ends on a sweet note.
So for me it was an Okay book but I will not be rereading it.
It's a good short story but it was a slightly disappointing read after my last few.
I would not discourage anyone from reading it but I don't recommend it either.
To me it was just...
Good news is that it's completely safe, so if you do venture on this Island story you will be securely assured your trip will be relatively drama free.
Happy reading.
December 10, 2016
American Rock Star Reuben has taken to hiding out in New Zealand on a private Island because of crazed fans and the media/ Paparazzi, He ends up going to take time away for himself, to just unwind and get back to being Reuben, not the rock star god people see him as. One day he comes across a woman working in the garden and he gets upset, because he thinks he has been alone. Stella is the caretaker of the estate Reuben has been on and she hasn’t been paying him any attention. She is busy taking care of chores and things she does on a daily basis plus helping her grandfather who has been ill. She is also a fantastic photographer and she does work as a landscape photographer. Seeing the instant chemistry between Rueben and Stella is awesome and how she gets him to slowly open up to her and how she shows him her life and love-wow! The story just slowly goes forward and the pace is great. The ending is one that stuck with me after the book ended. I cannot wait to see what else is author brings forth because I really loved the beauty and heat of this story.
My Rating: 4.5 stars *****
"I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book in exchange for an honest review***
My Rating: 4.5 stars *****
"I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book in exchange for an honest review***
August 16, 2017
I actually found this a really sweet & sexy read. The hero, Reuben, is mega star singer songwriter. He's in hiding on Stella's family Island, Ahunui, to recharge his batteries & try to find his love of music again as he's feeling very disillusioned with the whole lifestyle!!
Stella is a family oriented, fun loving New Zealander. Her Grandparents gained custody of her when she was about 6yrs old as her Mum is a Hippy who's flighty. Her passion is photography, Ahunui & her surviving Grandad. He's had a heart attack so she's on the Island to take over his caretaker duties for their current holidaymaker, Reuben.
The relationship between these two grows at a good pace. The sexual chemistry is instant & very hot. She's not very experienced, only one relationship ... he is!! She becomes his muse as music & lyrics start to flow from him again & she is itching to take his picture!! Although she didn't know who he was & what he did he explained it all & how badly he's hounded all the time, she would never breach his trust so would never take his picture without his consent!! With some twists, turns & possible betrayals this book then ends with a wonderful epilogue!!!
I was a bit surprised by the 'blurb' once I'd read this book as it didn't seem to fit the characters I'd just read. It really didn't do this book any favours or the book any justice in my opinion!! If I was the author I'd get the blurb re-written as the hero doesn't come across as anywhere near as arrogant or seemingly self-absorbed as it portrays him!!! It's actually quite off-putting & yet there is nothing off-putting about Reuben unless you don't like sexy, take charge in the bedroom Alpha Males?!
A recommended 4 star read with a huge suggestion that you ignore the blurb!!
I'd follow this book by 'Crave' then 'Clusterf*ck' as there are character crossovers 😃
Debbie, 1970, UK
Stella is a family oriented, fun loving New Zealander. Her Grandparents gained custody of her when she was about 6yrs old as her Mum is a Hippy who's flighty. Her passion is photography, Ahunui & her surviving Grandad. He's had a heart attack so she's on the Island to take over his caretaker duties for their current holidaymaker, Reuben.
The relationship between these two grows at a good pace. The sexual chemistry is instant & very hot. She's not very experienced, only one relationship ... he is!! She becomes his muse as music & lyrics start to flow from him again & she is itching to take his picture!! Although she didn't know who he was & what he did he explained it all & how badly he's hounded all the time, she would never breach his trust so would never take his picture without his consent!! With some twists, turns & possible betrayals this book then ends with a wonderful epilogue!!!
I was a bit surprised by the 'blurb' once I'd read this book as it didn't seem to fit the characters I'd just read. It really didn't do this book any favours or the book any justice in my opinion!! If I was the author I'd get the blurb re-written as the hero doesn't come across as anywhere near as arrogant or seemingly self-absorbed as it portrays him!!! It's actually quite off-putting & yet there is nothing off-putting about Reuben unless you don't like sexy, take charge in the bedroom Alpha Males?!
A recommended 4 star read with a huge suggestion that you ignore the blurb!!
I'd follow this book by 'Crave' then 'Clusterf*ck' as there are character crossovers 😃
Debbie, 1970, UK
November 13, 2017
Loved it! Reuben, famous rockstar, has had enough and seeks solace on a remote island to get away from his crazy life. Stella is the granddaughter of the man who owns the island. Until her grandad is out of the hospital Stella is the caretaker on this land. From the moment Reuben sees Stella, gardening in his garden he knows he has to have her. Then an innocent mistake threatens the peaceful life of this getaway for Reuben and Stella's life as she knows it.
Fall in love with these characters as I did!
Fall in love with these characters as I did!
August 11, 2017
I actually enjoyed this story. Even though it was insta-love, and only a bit over a hundred pages, it didn't feel rushed.
My only problem was the inconsistency in time between the actual story and the epilogue. Granddad was 82, but in the epilogue at least 4 years have passed, since they have a 4 year old son, but granddad is only 84.
Ms. Harlow did too go of a job with the rest of the story to screw up with the details like that.
My only problem was the inconsistency in time between the actual story and the epilogue. Granddad was 82, but in the epilogue at least 4 years have passed, since they have a 4 year old son, but granddad is only 84.
Ms. Harlow did too go of a job with the rest of the story to screw up with the details like that.
August 16, 2017
I am new to this author but will definitely be reading through everything released up to now! Have loved all 3 books I have read in the few days days, I thought this one was especially lovely because it mainly focused on just the 2 of them in what can only be described as in an enviously beautiful location! I actually read Crave, Clusterf*ck and Stellar out of order (didn't realise until I'd started) but all 3 are must reads 😊
August 18, 2017
I want to go to New Zealand so bad after reading this (and Crave and Clusterf*ck). I love how there's not too much drama (considering it is an insta-love deal) and no cheating and a glorious happily ever after. I feel these HEAs are expertly crafted, not giving you the feeling of it being too fast or overdone or ridiculous. It's a lot like love at first sight, they just click together like pieces of a puzzle. I definitely intend on reading more of her work!
August 18, 2017
Funny, sweet story! Really enjoyed these 2 characters!
December 15, 2016
Stellar Love, by Ash Harlow, is a story of an artist who has crashed and needs to escape. He does so by going to an island away from everyone except for one caretaker. She becomes his muse and he wants to keep her away form the outside world of his life. Yet it finds him. Now he wants to do all he can to protect her.
A lovely story of being lost and finding your way. This is the first book that I've read by this author and she didn't disappoint. It's a witty, fun, and romantic story. I look forward to see future works by this author.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
A lovely story of being lost and finding your way. This is the first book that I've read by this author and she didn't disappoint. It's a witty, fun, and romantic story. I look forward to see future works by this author.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
December 23, 2016
This was the first book I've read by Ash Harlow and it was such a delight! I've read plenty of other rock-star-meets-ordinary-girl stories before, and this one was just fresh, real and really sweet. (Steamy, too!)
Reuben doesn't know what he needs, or wants, when he runs away from his life in L.A., but he finds exactly what he needs in Stella, the caretaker at the cottage he's rented at the edge of the world. The instant connection and instalove between the two was perfection!
I received an advanced copy and voluntarily left a review.
Reuben doesn't know what he needs, or wants, when he runs away from his life in L.A., but he finds exactly what he needs in Stella, the caretaker at the cottage he's rented at the edge of the world. The instant connection and instalove between the two was perfection!
I received an advanced copy and voluntarily left a review.
December 8, 2016
What an amazing read. The story between Reuben and Stella is beautiful. Their connection from the beginning is electric even though they hold themselves back while getting to know each other. I love how the book cover photo is the shot Stella took of Reuben. You get the sense of Reuben's love for Stella with that image.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
December 10, 2016
4*
Reuben Has escaped to a remote island he's fed up of hassle.
Stella is the caretakers daughter her grandfather was taken ill so she stepped in to help. The attraction is simmering to hot very quick. She's a photographer he's looking to escape can he trust her?
Another new author for me to recommend.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
Wow loved it
Reuben Has escaped to a remote island he's fed up of hassle.
Stella is the caretakers daughter her grandfather was taken ill so she stepped in to help. The attraction is simmering to hot very quick. She's a photographer he's looking to escape can he trust her?
Another new author for me to recommend.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
Wow loved it
December 13, 2016
This was a sweet, slow burn romance. A rock star and a photographer...meeting under quite different circumstances. This story was well written and was a slow build up.
This story wasn't your typical insta lust, granted, they both wanted each other right off the bat. They didn't just jump right into bed.
I voluntarily received a copy for my honest review.
This story wasn't your typical insta lust, granted, they both wanted each other right off the bat. They didn't just jump right into bed.
I voluntarily received a copy for my honest review.
January 1, 2017
Stella is the caretaker on an NZ island where Reuben is staying, and avoiding, his celebrity rock star status. They get together on their bubble of an island, but the real world creeps in eventually.
I really liked the epilogue
I really liked the epilogue
December 8, 2016
A light
and happy, of course, read. Just something nice, with some good sexy bits that let's you escape the real world for awhile without having to think.
and happy, of course, read. Just something nice, with some good sexy bits that let's you escape the real world for awhile without having to think.
February 4, 2017
3.75 stars
cute and sexy book.
cute and sexy book.
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