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Made for Love #5
Chasing After Me
I found her hiding in her own eyes—
the pretty little thing in black Chucks.
Even then I knew...
Knew that she would light my world.
Knew that she would steal my heart.
In just one glance, I knew I'd let her have it all.
All she had to do was take it.
All she had to do was chase her...
Chase the girl I saw in those gorgeous brown eyes.
Chasing After Me has been written as a STAND ALONE novel. Intended for readers 18+ years of age due to language and sexual content.
the pretty little thing in black Chucks.
Even then I knew...
Knew that she would light my world.
Knew that she would steal my heart.
In just one glance, I knew I'd let her have it all.
All she had to do was take it.
All she had to do was chase her...
Chase the girl I saw in those gorgeous brown eyes.
Chasing After Me has been written as a STAND ALONE novel. Intended for readers 18+ years of age due to language and sexual content.
337 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 6, 2017
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R.C. Martin
31 books295 followersThere’s a place where your mind can escape, your body can find rest, and your heart can soar – and R.C. Martin wants to take you there.
In a voice all her own, she strives to capture the magic of a kiss, the passion in a lovers’ embrace, and even sometimes the breathtaking ache of a broken heart. A true believer in the power of love and the grace found in redemption, you can trust this hopeless romantic to take you on an emotional ride that leaves you forever changed.
In a voice all her own, she strives to capture the magic of a kiss, the passion in a lovers’ embrace, and even sometimes the breathtaking ache of a broken heart. A true believer in the power of love and the grace found in redemption, you can trust this hopeless romantic to take you on an emotional ride that leaves you forever changed.
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July 12, 2018
I loved it. I didn't want Chasing After Me to end. I tried to read the last few chapters slowly so I could savour them. It is definitely a book I will be re-reading again and again. It had everything I want in a new adult read. A delicious love story, well-crafted characters and no OTT unrealistic drama.
What I loved most about this story is the amazing characters. Kenzie is my type of heroine. Shy, quiet and a bit insecure. She was likeable and believable. I loved watching her grow and slowly come to realize what she really wants. Coder was amazing as well. Definitely an alpha who knows what he wants. He was always there when Kenzie needed him.
Highly recommend this especially if you are after a sweet and real NA read. I am excited to read more from RC Martin especially if all her characters are amazing as Kenzie and Coder.
HEA
Cheating/OW/OM
Any push/pull
Any couple separation
Angst Level: Low
Heat Level: High
Heavy Topic
What I loved most about this story is the amazing characters. Kenzie is my type of heroine. Shy, quiet and a bit insecure. She was likeable and believable. I loved watching her grow and slowly come to realize what she really wants. Coder was amazing as well. Definitely an alpha who knows what he wants. He was always there when Kenzie needed him.
Highly recommend this especially if you are after a sweet and real NA read. I am excited to read more from RC Martin especially if all her characters are amazing as Kenzie and Coder.
HEA
Cheating/OW/OM
Any push/pull
Any couple separation
Angst Level: Low
Heat Level: High
Heavy Topic
August 14, 2017
*ARC provided in exchange for an honest review*
I absolutely loved this book!! In the beginning, I wasn't sure if I was going to be as drawn in as I was. Though, as soon as we're introduced to the H, I was HOOKED!! Both the mc's were so sweet and I loved how they loved each other. Also the epilogue was amazing!
If you're looking for a sweet romance this is the book for you! I highly recommend it!!
I absolutely loved this book!! In the beginning, I wasn't sure if I was going to be as drawn in as I was. Though, as soon as we're introduced to the H, I was HOOKED!! Both the mc's were so sweet and I loved how they loved each other. Also the epilogue was amazing!
If you're looking for a sweet romance this is the book for you! I highly recommend it!!
March 13, 2017
ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.
Kenzie has known everything she ever wanted in life and has worked tirelessly to get there, only doing what is needed to attain her end goal. Convinced by her best friend to attend a party Kenzie starts to bend the rules when she sees the handsome guy in the motorcycle boots. Soon she's questioning her life goals and enjoying drinks, cozying up to Coder "Motorcycle Boots", and reviewing her commitment to her steadfast faith. Coder makes her see things differently and she soon finds that she can have everything she wants and more.
Chasing After Me is the story of Kenzie and Coder, characters we don't know well from the Made for Love series, but who fit right in with the others. Kenzie is young, smart, determined, and still growing into herself. Coder is older, a tattoo artist, and surprisingly full of so much life that his bad boy persona is immediately forgotten. Their relationship doesn't make sense to others, but they bring out the best in one another. I loved their story as they brought Kenzie "Mack" out of her shell and Coder found that all he'd been living for before her wasn't what he wanted anymore. They cover the topic of life, family, love, and God, their relationship so well rounded you have to read it to believe it. It's an emotional read though, at times filled with such sad subjects that I wanted to cry and other times making me smile endlessly. Ultimately, I loved that CAM wasn't just a romance, but rather a book about life with romance wedged into the story.
Chasing After Me is a heavier story than previous Made for Love novels, at least for me. God, a topic I actually enjoy in a book, has a bigger presence in the main character's life and the struggles she faces, though not directly her own, certainly break your heart. I couldn't read CAM as fast as I have read previous R.C. Martin novels, just because it was so emotional for me to keep pushing through. Kenzie and Coder are perfect together, but as individuals and as a couple they go through a lot of development as well. It's just not a book I could get through in one sitting, but it is a book I can see myself reading again and again. Yes, there were a few slight grammatical errors and yes, Kenzie comes across as pretty immature for the first half, but as the story evolved so too did Kenzie.
R.C. Martin writes story with depths, with real life woven into the words, and Chasing After Me, the final novel in the Made for Love series, is no different. It's serious and sweet and absolutely worth the time it takes to read and digest. If you're looking for an emotional read that will suck you in, Chasing After Me is it for you.
Kenzie has known everything she ever wanted in life and has worked tirelessly to get there, only doing what is needed to attain her end goal. Convinced by her best friend to attend a party Kenzie starts to bend the rules when she sees the handsome guy in the motorcycle boots. Soon she's questioning her life goals and enjoying drinks, cozying up to Coder "Motorcycle Boots", and reviewing her commitment to her steadfast faith. Coder makes her see things differently and she soon finds that she can have everything she wants and more.
Chasing After Me is the story of Kenzie and Coder, characters we don't know well from the Made for Love series, but who fit right in with the others. Kenzie is young, smart, determined, and still growing into herself. Coder is older, a tattoo artist, and surprisingly full of so much life that his bad boy persona is immediately forgotten. Their relationship doesn't make sense to others, but they bring out the best in one another. I loved their story as they brought Kenzie "Mack" out of her shell and Coder found that all he'd been living for before her wasn't what he wanted anymore. They cover the topic of life, family, love, and God, their relationship so well rounded you have to read it to believe it. It's an emotional read though, at times filled with such sad subjects that I wanted to cry and other times making me smile endlessly. Ultimately, I loved that CAM wasn't just a romance, but rather a book about life with romance wedged into the story.
Chasing After Me is a heavier story than previous Made for Love novels, at least for me. God, a topic I actually enjoy in a book, has a bigger presence in the main character's life and the struggles she faces, though not directly her own, certainly break your heart. I couldn't read CAM as fast as I have read previous R.C. Martin novels, just because it was so emotional for me to keep pushing through. Kenzie and Coder are perfect together, but as individuals and as a couple they go through a lot of development as well. It's just not a book I could get through in one sitting, but it is a book I can see myself reading again and again. Yes, there were a few slight grammatical errors and yes, Kenzie comes across as pretty immature for the first half, but as the story evolved so too did Kenzie.
R.C. Martin writes story with depths, with real life woven into the words, and Chasing After Me, the final novel in the Made for Love series, is no different. It's serious and sweet and absolutely worth the time it takes to read and digest. If you're looking for an emotional read that will suck you in, Chasing After Me is it for you.
August 22, 2017
4.5 stars for me
I really enjoyed this story. Kenzie (or Mack as Coder calls her) is the perfect daughter, perfect student, perfect volunteer, perfect friend and on a fast track to a career in medicine like her father and brother. But is she happy??
One Night her path crosses with motor cycle boots wearing Coder and everything changes. She starts to question everything she has always believed. Coder makes her feel things she never has before and believes in her in a way no one ever has. Her life choices are changing.
I loved the first love feelings, the way Mack was growing into her own person, the amazing support from Coder and the supporting characters.
Oh and the Epilogue was AWESOME!!
This was my first read from this author and I will definitely be grabbing her other books in this series ASAP.
I received an ARC of this book
I really enjoyed this story. Kenzie (or Mack as Coder calls her) is the perfect daughter, perfect student, perfect volunteer, perfect friend and on a fast track to a career in medicine like her father and brother. But is she happy??
One Night her path crosses with motor cycle boots wearing Coder and everything changes. She starts to question everything she has always believed. Coder makes her feel things she never has before and believes in her in a way no one ever has. Her life choices are changing.
I loved the first love feelings, the way Mack was growing into her own person, the amazing support from Coder and the supporting characters.
Oh and the Epilogue was AWESOME!!
This was my first read from this author and I will definitely be grabbing her other books in this series ASAP.
I received an ARC of this book
March 3, 2017
What a love story - sweet, sexy romance! I enjoyed reading how Kenzi and Coder fell in love; you could tell right away that these two were meant for each other. He brought out the best in her and allowed her to see it. Their love was perfect. He always had her back even when she feel apart and that made me swoon. Coder is serious book boyfriend material! Every time he asked her for a kiss I sighed happily in want.
R.C. Martin is now definitely an author that I'll keep track of so I know what she has coming out next.
R.C. Martin is now definitely an author that I'll keep track of so I know what she has coming out next.
February 18, 2017
This was such a great book if I could give this more then 5 stars I so would just loved everything about this read , it would be my first but not last book by R.C. Martin . There was a roller coaster of emotions throughout the story laughing , ugly crying , blushing , angry feelings . I felt really connected to the heroine she is the most unselfish person , she is beautiful not only on the outside but in to , she is shy but blossoms , and adorable . I fell head over heals in love with the hero like right from the first word he speaks my heart just grew warm , he's extremely gentle with the heroine he lets her set the pace , and he's a dirty talker that made me blush and in need of a cold shower . This couple had amazing off the charts chemistry they just fit so well together another case of don't judge a book by their cover you never know who that person is until they open up to you . We also get a bonus story witch I really liked the epilogue was beautifully done as well . I need to read more by this author writ away .
copy provided for honest review
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hero = 10+
heroine = 10+
secondary characters = 10
chemistry = 10+
steam = 9
character development = 10
pacing = 10
enjoyment =10+
writing style =10
storyline =10
romance =10+
darkness level =5
humor =9
pov= heroine
ending = HEA
cover =10+
stars = 5+
author = 10+
would I recommend this book =yes yes yes
would I re read this book = yes
would I read future books by this author = yes
copy provided for honest review
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hero = 10+
heroine = 10+
secondary characters = 10
chemistry = 10+
steam = 9
character development = 10
pacing = 10
enjoyment =10+
writing style =10
storyline =10
romance =10+
darkness level =5
humor =9
pov= heroine
ending = HEA
cover =10+
stars = 5+
author = 10+
would I recommend this book =yes yes yes
would I re read this book = yes
would I read future books by this author = yes
February 24, 2017
ARC kindly provided by author.
OMG you guys, THIS BOOK!! Wow, what a souful and emotional story, all the feels, aggggh!
I don't know where to start, maybe by saying that, if you've read RC Martin before, you know what I'm talking about. Chasing After Me is this sweet, powerful story of love between polar opposites, Kenzie (Mack) and Coder, two beautiful souls that fit perfectly, like pieces to a puzzle, despite their differences. There's this one thing they have in common though, and that´s their hearts. They both have these big and compassionate hearts which lead their way throuh life and define who they are.
This story has a little of everything; happy, sad, lots of sweet and some really hard moments. Then to top it all, the sex is off the charts! And even though the blurb of the book is from Coder`s POV it's exclusively narrated from Kenzie´s, which is a new one for me while reading this author, since she usually writes in dual's.
Kenzie is this 19-year-old sweet and shy girl that leads a very simple and quiet life and who's existence is suddenly altered (in a very, very good and definitely HOT way!!) when she meets this sexy and kind of intriguing tatoo artist. I don't usually read NA and perhaps that's the reason why it took some time for me to warm up to some of Kenzie's attitudes, but then I had to go back and remember she was just this 19-year-old inexperienced girl. There's so much goodness and compassion inside of her though, that I guess that's one big reason why Coder falls so hard and fast.
Coder, oh beautiful Coder, he's the yin to Kenzie's yang. I loved them together from the moment they met. He's this guy with a strong and demanding personality, but with a carefree and sweet side that'd melt any woman's panties! He's kind of a mistery for Kenzie at the beginning. He's a man of few words, someone who doesn't reach out to her just as much as she'd like. And then it's so amazing to see how he slowly opens up to her and learns from her compassion, while at the same time he takes her out of her shell and shows her the world. I loved them together, I loved their sweetness, their devotion to their relationship, how good they were to one another. As of Coder, he certanly doesn't speak much, but his actions speak so, so loud. He'd give her the world if he could, but he lets her be and lets her learn from her mistakes.
All in all, the story flows seamlessly, it was a page turner that sucked me in and kept me awake well into the night in the purest R.C. Martin's style. I'm not giving anything away because that's for you to find out, but let me tell you guys, the ending...OMG, what an epic ending! For me it was like an explosion of colors, fireworks, bright and beautiful fireworks that filled my heart with joy and satisfaction! It was an amazing ending to Coder and Kenzie's story and to this series. If you've read some of the prior books, you'll get reacquainted with part of the gang. If not, never mind. This book is a complete standalone and you don't need to read the other ones in order to understand it. Anyway you'll get to know and love these couples too, I guarantee you.
I'm so glad R.C. Martin trusted me with an ARC; Coder and Kenzie will stay with me for a long time. She did it again, and for those who have read her before, you know what I'm talking about. This book is one of those hard to forget stories, with characters that you want to hug, to comfort, to be friends with. If you like sweet and soulful stories with real-life characters that will steal your heart, this is the book for you. Don't overthink it and one-click!
OMG you guys, THIS BOOK!! Wow, what a souful and emotional story, all the feels, aggggh!
I don't know where to start, maybe by saying that, if you've read RC Martin before, you know what I'm talking about. Chasing After Me is this sweet, powerful story of love between polar opposites, Kenzie (Mack) and Coder, two beautiful souls that fit perfectly, like pieces to a puzzle, despite their differences. There's this one thing they have in common though, and that´s their hearts. They both have these big and compassionate hearts which lead their way throuh life and define who they are.
This story has a little of everything; happy, sad, lots of sweet and some really hard moments. Then to top it all, the sex is off the charts! And even though the blurb of the book is from Coder`s POV it's exclusively narrated from Kenzie´s, which is a new one for me while reading this author, since she usually writes in dual's.
Kenzie is this 19-year-old sweet and shy girl that leads a very simple and quiet life and who's existence is suddenly altered (in a very, very good and definitely HOT way!!) when she meets this sexy and kind of intriguing tatoo artist. I don't usually read NA and perhaps that's the reason why it took some time for me to warm up to some of Kenzie's attitudes, but then I had to go back and remember she was just this 19-year-old inexperienced girl. There's so much goodness and compassion inside of her though, that I guess that's one big reason why Coder falls so hard and fast.
Coder, oh beautiful Coder, he's the yin to Kenzie's yang. I loved them together from the moment they met. He's this guy with a strong and demanding personality, but with a carefree and sweet side that'd melt any woman's panties! He's kind of a mistery for Kenzie at the beginning. He's a man of few words, someone who doesn't reach out to her just as much as she'd like. And then it's so amazing to see how he slowly opens up to her and learns from her compassion, while at the same time he takes her out of her shell and shows her the world. I loved them together, I loved their sweetness, their devotion to their relationship, how good they were to one another. As of Coder, he certanly doesn't speak much, but his actions speak so, so loud. He'd give her the world if he could, but he lets her be and lets her learn from her mistakes.
All in all, the story flows seamlessly, it was a page turner that sucked me in and kept me awake well into the night in the purest R.C. Martin's style. I'm not giving anything away because that's for you to find out, but let me tell you guys, the ending...OMG, what an epic ending! For me it was like an explosion of colors, fireworks, bright and beautiful fireworks that filled my heart with joy and satisfaction! It was an amazing ending to Coder and Kenzie's story and to this series. If you've read some of the prior books, you'll get reacquainted with part of the gang. If not, never mind. This book is a complete standalone and you don't need to read the other ones in order to understand it. Anyway you'll get to know and love these couples too, I guarantee you.
I'm so glad R.C. Martin trusted me with an ARC; Coder and Kenzie will stay with me for a long time. She did it again, and for those who have read her before, you know what I'm talking about. This book is one of those hard to forget stories, with characters that you want to hug, to comfort, to be friends with. If you like sweet and soulful stories with real-life characters that will steal your heart, this is the book for you. Don't overthink it and one-click!
March 3, 2017
Wow! What an amazing story! I loved Kenzie and Coder! Kenzie may have been shy, but she has a big heart. She is so caring and giving. Coder is big, strong, and sexy, and way out of her league. Opposites attract in this case. Their attraction was instant. Coder is drawn to her and respects her, and wants to be there for her and support her dreams. I loved the connection they had. It made me long for a love like theirs. Thank you for such an amazing book, RC Martin!
March 5, 2017
This story was completely enthralling, it had a little of everything. You will experience all the emotions from happy to sad to the sweet loving moments. While reading this book you just know Coder and Kenzie are meant to be together. I loved that there wasn't any drama, it was just a story about two people falling in love and we got to go on the journey with them.
August 27, 2017
I loved reading this book I can't wait to go backward are read the reast of this series! I loved Kenzie and how she was not over the top in anyway and Coder thought she was amazing!! I am going to read this book over and over!
March 5, 2017
I Loved This Book!!
Chasing After Me makes the rank of the few books that have made me cry. Actually cry and at other parts well up. Kenzie and Coder couldn't be more wrong for each other and that's what made them just right. Coder is now on the infamous book boyfriend list as well. What a guy!
From the blurb the book sounds dark and mysterious and is anything but. It's a growing up, learning to live outside your boundaries and accept others for who they are story. While our characters are young, nineteen and twenty-three, they have good heads on thier shoulders and know what they want from life. Well, Coder does anyway. Kenzie, the younger of the two, finds herself at a crossroads for the moment.
Coder had a bad experience from his past and now only wants to include quality people into his inner circle as well as his bed. He learned who his true friends are the hard way. One look at Kenzie and he knew he needed to get to know her better. In a crazy way her eyes spoke to him and he wanted to see what else they had to say.
I instantly liked Coder. He was a big guy with a big heart. One of those alpha teddy bears that said the right thing every time. He knows how to take care of his woman, how to make her feel special at all times. Kenzie, as much as she didn't realize, was his perfect match. She came along at the exact time Coder needed her.
The book is well written and along with Coder and Kenzie, we also interact with each family as supporting characters. Total involvement, which works out well. Chasing After Me is the fifth book in the Made for Love series, the only one I've read, however reads perfectly as a standalone. If anything, it made me more curious about everybody else's backstories. I have one small complaint and it's a personal annoyance of mine, the honey and babe names were a bit too much for me. I'm not a huge fan of pet names and thought it was strange coming from such a young girl. It took nothing away from the story, but did garner quite a few eye rolls as I read. Excellent book, already recommended it to others!
Chasing After Me makes the rank of the few books that have made me cry. Actually cry and at other parts well up. Kenzie and Coder couldn't be more wrong for each other and that's what made them just right. Coder is now on the infamous book boyfriend list as well. What a guy!
From the blurb the book sounds dark and mysterious and is anything but. It's a growing up, learning to live outside your boundaries and accept others for who they are story. While our characters are young, nineteen and twenty-three, they have good heads on thier shoulders and know what they want from life. Well, Coder does anyway. Kenzie, the younger of the two, finds herself at a crossroads for the moment.
Coder had a bad experience from his past and now only wants to include quality people into his inner circle as well as his bed. He learned who his true friends are the hard way. One look at Kenzie and he knew he needed to get to know her better. In a crazy way her eyes spoke to him and he wanted to see what else they had to say.
I instantly liked Coder. He was a big guy with a big heart. One of those alpha teddy bears that said the right thing every time. He knows how to take care of his woman, how to make her feel special at all times. Kenzie, as much as she didn't realize, was his perfect match. She came along at the exact time Coder needed her.
The book is well written and along with Coder and Kenzie, we also interact with each family as supporting characters. Total involvement, which works out well. Chasing After Me is the fifth book in the Made for Love series, the only one I've read, however reads perfectly as a standalone. If anything, it made me more curious about everybody else's backstories. I have one small complaint and it's a personal annoyance of mine, the honey and babe names were a bit too much for me. I'm not a huge fan of pet names and thought it was strange coming from such a young girl. It took nothing away from the story, but did garner quite a few eye rolls as I read. Excellent book, already recommended it to others!
February 25, 2017
This review is so hard for me to write! R.C. Martin out did herself again in another amazing read. You will be touched in many ways reading this book. You will fall in love with Coder and Kenzie story.
March 11, 2017
Holy smokes I fell so in love with this book!! I was sucked in right from the beginning and it just got better and better! Kenzie, a pre-med student who does not typically go out to parties, but instead volunteers her time at the children's cancer ward of the hospital, is taken out of her comfort zone when she meets Coder...only to find out her best friend is already into him and said best friend normally gets what she always wants. What to do? I love the chemistry between Kenzie and Coder...Eyes up, Mack...and how Kenzie struggled with what do with herself as she grew into a beautiful young woman. There was just the right amount of steam and angst, just the right amount of sadness and struggle and I love that it was a coming of age romance. Definitely recommend!
*I was provided a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.*
*I was provided a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.*
February 27, 2017
We first met Kenzie in The Promises We Keep. She was the bouncy younger sister of Beckham. Now Kenzie is all grown up and ready for her story to be told.
Kenzie is strong, caring, determined, has a huge heart and isn't afraid to show her feelings. Coder is a guy who has been through a lot and is ready to just be "there". When these two meet, there is an instant connection, I swear I could feel the spark shoot out of my kindle. Their story was sweet, and sexy and heartfelt. And Coder's kisses! They will melt your screen!
This story filled me with smiles and laughter, brought me to tears, (like had to take a break to compose myself tears), frustrated me, and left me smiling at the end.
I went into this book with hope and a little bit of trepidation, both for the same reason. This is the final book in the Made for Love series that got me addicted to RC Martin and the amazing stories she writes. Ms. Martin eased every fear I had and delivered everything I could have wanted from this story. Although this is a standalone, there are updates on pretty much everyone else from the MTL series. But if you only read one book from the series, this is the one!!
It is told in only one pov which is a change from the multiple pov's that typically come with an RC Martin novel. This in no way detracted from the story at all. I still had all the feels!!
I will be sad to say goodbye to this series, but I am definitely secure in the knowledge that some of my most favorite book people are getting their HEA and more!
Kenzie is strong, caring, determined, has a huge heart and isn't afraid to show her feelings. Coder is a guy who has been through a lot and is ready to just be "there". When these two meet, there is an instant connection, I swear I could feel the spark shoot out of my kindle. Their story was sweet, and sexy and heartfelt. And Coder's kisses! They will melt your screen!
This story filled me with smiles and laughter, brought me to tears, (like had to take a break to compose myself tears), frustrated me, and left me smiling at the end.
I went into this book with hope and a little bit of trepidation, both for the same reason. This is the final book in the Made for Love series that got me addicted to RC Martin and the amazing stories she writes. Ms. Martin eased every fear I had and delivered everything I could have wanted from this story. Although this is a standalone, there are updates on pretty much everyone else from the MTL series. But if you only read one book from the series, this is the one!!
It is told in only one pov which is a change from the multiple pov's that typically come with an RC Martin novel. This in no way detracted from the story at all. I still had all the feels!!
I will be sad to say goodbye to this series, but I am definitely secure in the knowledge that some of my most favorite book people are getting their HEA and more!
March 8, 2017
I loved this book! It was mg first read from this author but definitely isn't my last.
I think one reason I really enjoyed this is that the main characters had substance. Kenzie wasn't just a young girl who wanted a guy. She is kind and cares about people other than her family and friends.
The main male character is the perfect mix of sweet and sexy. He respects Kenzie and has a close knit "family" behind him.
This book just hit all points for me. The perfect blend of emotions throughout.
I can't wait to read more from the author.
I think one reason I really enjoyed this is that the main characters had substance. Kenzie wasn't just a young girl who wanted a guy. She is kind and cares about people other than her family and friends.
The main male character is the perfect mix of sweet and sexy. He respects Kenzie and has a close knit "family" behind him.
This book just hit all points for me. The perfect blend of emotions throughout.
I can't wait to read more from the author.
March 6, 2017
Kenzie is a young, shy, pre-med student, who is beautiful and wise, as she blossoms throughout this story. Coder is a dirty-mouthed, sexy, big, quiet alpha, who knows what he wants, and will do anything to get it. No spoilers from me though, you absolutely need to read this one for yourself!
This is a beautifully written storyline, and there is one thing for sure, this author is totally amazing in her talent, and I was captivated from the very beginning. This story has a rollercoaster of emotions, which revolves around family, friendship, loyalty, and love. In my opinion this book is worth so much more that the 5 star rating!
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book!
This is a beautifully written storyline, and there is one thing for sure, this author is totally amazing in her talent, and I was captivated from the very beginning. This story has a rollercoaster of emotions, which revolves around family, friendship, loyalty, and love. In my opinion this book is worth so much more that the 5 star rating!
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book!
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March 6, 2017This was the first that I have read from R. C. Martin, however it will NOT be the last. This book had be on the edge of my seat the whole time.
The way that Mack and Coder meet and how they are perfect for each other. Coder is always there for Mack while she tries to get through premed who is not afraid to show her feelings. The connection between them is amazing. The way that R. C. Martin writes it out on the page and paints the picture is a great work of art.
The way that Mack and Coder meet and how they are perfect for each other. Coder is always there for Mack while she tries to get through premed who is not afraid to show her feelings. The connection between them is amazing. The way that R. C. Martin writes it out on the page and paints the picture is a great work of art.
November 7, 2021
4,5 stars
I was given a copy of this book by the New Adult Book Club and this is my voluntarily, honest review of it.
The past month I was lucky enough to read some really good books, ‘Chasing after me’ is one of them. This isn’t the first book that I read from R.C. Martin. I have read a few books of her and one thing is for sure, with each new book the love scenes are becoming hotter and hotter.
Kenzie has a big heart, there’s no question about it. She gives love easily but that also means that she gets easily hurt. And when you’re volunteering in the children hospital at the cancer ward, you know that sometimes you have to say farewell for good.
Since a young girl, it has been Kenzie’s dream to become a doctor and to help find a cure for cancer. But lately she’s having doubts. Is becoming a doctor really a good choice for her?
Kenzie is a good student and a good girl so that means she isn’t really into partying. The fact that she’s shy also make that she doesn’t meet a lot of other people, especially boys. But that all changes when her roommate and best friend Brooke takes her out to a party. There Kenzie meets a guy, a guy with a deep voice and dark eyes. Although they only talk a little bit, Kenzie can’t stop thinking about him but she doesn’t think that she will sees him again until she meets him again on his workplace. Sadly her best friend Brooke has also an eye on him and when Brooks wants something she always gets it. But this time, things are different because Coder makes it clear that he wants Kenzie. They get to see each other and everything is going great except the fact that Kenzie is hiding their ‘relationship’ from Brooke. Something that Coder isn’t happy about. But that’s not Kenzie’s only problem. She also struggles with her decision to become a doctor and with her faith. Soon she will have to make a few tough decisions but luckily she’s not alone. She has Coder on her side to help her with her problems.
One thing that makes R.C. Martin stories a little bit different than other books that I read is that she writes about faith too. Stories about someone finding faith or someone losing it and then finding it again. Faith is part of the story and although I don’t usually read books with this theme. I like the way that R.C. Martin writes about it because she’s not afraid to write about both sides, the hard part about believing and the easy part.
Although ‘Chasing after me’ is part of a series, you don’t have to read the other books to read this one. This story is told from Kenzie POV and I love the glimpse that the writer gave us from their future.
I totally fell in love with the characters, Kenzie is a shy, kind, sweet and compassion girl with a big heart and Coder is more dominant but still gentle in many ways. I really loved both characters and their story but I must also confess that at the end of the book I got the feeling that I was missing something. And even after thinking about it for a while I still don’t know what it was. I think that I just didn’t expected a such sweet story. And it was a very sweet story! Usually I’m used to a little drama in my NA books but here I didn’t really find one.
So if you’re looking for a sweet love story with some hot love scenes in it, you have to give this book a try.
I was given a copy of this book by the New Adult Book Club and this is my voluntarily, honest review of it.
The past month I was lucky enough to read some really good books, ‘Chasing after me’ is one of them. This isn’t the first book that I read from R.C. Martin. I have read a few books of her and one thing is for sure, with each new book the love scenes are becoming hotter and hotter.
Kenzie has a big heart, there’s no question about it. She gives love easily but that also means that she gets easily hurt. And when you’re volunteering in the children hospital at the cancer ward, you know that sometimes you have to say farewell for good.
Since a young girl, it has been Kenzie’s dream to become a doctor and to help find a cure for cancer. But lately she’s having doubts. Is becoming a doctor really a good choice for her?
Kenzie is a good student and a good girl so that means she isn’t really into partying. The fact that she’s shy also make that she doesn’t meet a lot of other people, especially boys. But that all changes when her roommate and best friend Brooke takes her out to a party. There Kenzie meets a guy, a guy with a deep voice and dark eyes. Although they only talk a little bit, Kenzie can’t stop thinking about him but she doesn’t think that she will sees him again until she meets him again on his workplace. Sadly her best friend Brooke has also an eye on him and when Brooks wants something she always gets it. But this time, things are different because Coder makes it clear that he wants Kenzie. They get to see each other and everything is going great except the fact that Kenzie is hiding their ‘relationship’ from Brooke. Something that Coder isn’t happy about. But that’s not Kenzie’s only problem. She also struggles with her decision to become a doctor and with her faith. Soon she will have to make a few tough decisions but luckily she’s not alone. She has Coder on her side to help her with her problems.
One thing that makes R.C. Martin stories a little bit different than other books that I read is that she writes about faith too. Stories about someone finding faith or someone losing it and then finding it again. Faith is part of the story and although I don’t usually read books with this theme. I like the way that R.C. Martin writes about it because she’s not afraid to write about both sides, the hard part about believing and the easy part.
Although ‘Chasing after me’ is part of a series, you don’t have to read the other books to read this one. This story is told from Kenzie POV and I love the glimpse that the writer gave us from their future.
I totally fell in love with the characters, Kenzie is a shy, kind, sweet and compassion girl with a big heart and Coder is more dominant but still gentle in many ways. I really loved both characters and their story but I must also confess that at the end of the book I got the feeling that I was missing something. And even after thinking about it for a while I still don’t know what it was. I think that I just didn’t expected a such sweet story. And it was a very sweet story! Usually I’m used to a little drama in my NA books but here I didn’t really find one.
So if you’re looking for a sweet love story with some hot love scenes in it, you have to give this book a try.
August 18, 2017
*ARC provided for an honest review*
Chasing After Me was such a nice light read it that touches topics about different kinds of love, dreams, friendship, God and LIFE. It has this Young Adult feel with the story development but a little heavy because of the issues the protagonists face. I'm glad I decided on reading this book because it was seriously easy to love!
Why?
First, the Language. I'm not the most articulate person when it comes to writing, so I enjoy discovering the different ways an author could deliver a certain line or expression. Although, with Chasing After Me, I feel like it was not the case. As I was reading the first pages, I felt like 'OMG This is how I talk.' and I loved that because Kenzie's thoughts and personality totally resonate with mine. Which leads me to the second thing I loved about this book...
THE CHARACTERS Their ideals, beliefs, and definitely growth! I think when I read fiction, I have this tendency to find myself in the protagonist, which as I said above, I feel like I'm a Kenzie through and through sans the passion for cancer and kids. I loved Kenzie. I like how she's a goody two shoes, that she feels too much, and that she didn't know what to do, and she was definitely selfish about Coder!!! I love all of those things since it makes her character feel REAL.
(Moving to Coder.) I loved him since that first encounter. R.C. made him so charismatic that I even started to feel skeptic about him! (Because seriously, HOW CAN HE BE SO PERFECT? THERE MUST BE A TWIST!!!) But maybe that was the twist, you know? R.C. broke the stereotypes about guys who look like Coder - all badass and good looking but with a loyal kind heart. It takes so much control and sensitivity to actually see and listen to a person, and Coder did that. EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. It makes my heart ache because I want to experience that kind of sincere love and respect. So it's without a doubt that Coder Bishops has officially joined my book boyfriends list. ;)
Lastly, the plot. I like how easy going the plot felt like. I just kept on reading and reading, and it gave me some good vibes (mostly because of Coder because damn, Coder is Coder!). I just really liked the flow.I sort of wish I had the courage to be as spontaneous as Coder and Kenz in the book. I sort wished wherever I work in, I'll find a family like Generation Ink. And oh, I'll discover my passion and be at peace in my workplace like Kenz, and I'll get some sign that people are appreciating what I do. I want it to be fulfilling. TBH, I was waiting for something really tragic and heartbreaking to happen (and there kind of was something but I thought Coder would be the cause of it. Thank God it didn't. But I guess, that goes to show that not all things revolve in romantic problems because life can be a bitch)
OHHHHH~~ I also have to say the sweet scenes were actually killers!!!! but my favorite among them was the tattoo!!!! It was a freaking beautiful surprize, and it was sooooo profound and the placing was smart! If I was into tattoos, I would totally love to have one like that with my man! Because damn. That. Was. Just. Perfect.
R.C. Martin thank you for this beautiful work of yours! I was worried because it took us awhile before you sent me the book, because I am such a newb!
and I kept thinking, 'What if I end up not liking it? It'd be so embarrassing!' Thank God that was not the case!
and I'll definitely find more time to pick up your other works!
P.S. The extra last chapters were a cool idea! Does Owen and Brooke have a real book? Because omg, yes, please! I'd love it if it was in Owen's POV though. I'm a goner when it comes to guy POV's!
Chasing After Me was such a nice light read it that touches topics about different kinds of love, dreams, friendship, God and LIFE. It has this Young Adult feel with the story development but a little heavy because of the issues the protagonists face. I'm glad I decided on reading this book because it was seriously easy to love!
Why?
First, the Language. I'm not the most articulate person when it comes to writing, so I enjoy discovering the different ways an author could deliver a certain line or expression. Although, with Chasing After Me, I feel like it was not the case. As I was reading the first pages, I felt like 'OMG This is how I talk.' and I loved that because Kenzie's thoughts and personality totally resonate with mine. Which leads me to the second thing I loved about this book...
THE CHARACTERS Their ideals, beliefs, and definitely growth! I think when I read fiction, I have this tendency to find myself in the protagonist, which as I said above, I feel like I'm a Kenzie through and through sans the passion for cancer and kids. I loved Kenzie. I like how she's a goody two shoes, that she feels too much, and that she didn't know what to do, and she was definitely selfish about Coder!!! I love all of those things since it makes her character feel REAL.
(Moving to Coder.) I loved him since that first encounter. R.C. made him so charismatic that I even started to feel skeptic about him! (Because seriously, HOW CAN HE BE SO PERFECT? THERE MUST BE A TWIST!!!) But maybe that was the twist, you know? R.C. broke the stereotypes about guys who look like Coder - all badass and good looking but with a loyal kind heart. It takes so much control and sensitivity to actually see and listen to a person, and Coder did that. EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. It makes my heart ache because I want to experience that kind of sincere love and respect. So it's without a doubt that Coder Bishops has officially joined my book boyfriends list. ;)
Lastly, the plot. I like how easy going the plot felt like. I just kept on reading and reading, and it gave me some good vibes (mostly because of Coder because damn, Coder is Coder!). I just really liked the flow.
OHHHHH~~ I also have to say the sweet scenes were actually killers!!!! but my favorite among them was the tattoo!!!! It was a freaking beautiful surprize, and it was sooooo profound and the placing was smart! If I was into tattoos, I would totally love to have one like that with my man! Because damn. That. Was. Just. Perfect.
R.C. Martin thank you for this beautiful work of yours! I was worried because it took us awhile before you sent me the book,
and I'll definitely find more time to pick up your other works!
P.S. The extra last chapters were a cool idea! Does Owen and Brooke have a real book? Because omg, yes, please! I'd love it if it was in Owen's POV though. I'm a goner when it comes to guy POV's!
March 27, 2017
This book sucked me in from the beginning and left me unable to stop until I had finished it. It's such a sweet story about innocent love that you get sucked up in. A story about an unlikely couple who strive to understand each other, and the love between them. The characters are so well written and developed, lacking absolutely nothing. R.C. Martin has done it again, making me fall in love with other people more than I probably should. This is the first I've read in the "Made for Love" Series, but each book is a standalone, and can be read independently. (Mountains and Men Series is how I ended up falling in love with her work) I can't wait to go back and read the rest of this series, because now I'm wondering how in the hell I lived without it!
March 3, 2017
Chasing After Me is an emotional romance, that hits you square in the heart right off the bat. It's a tale of love, life, friendship and crisis of faith.
Kenzie, "Mack," is a premed student. She's young, but wise beyond her years. She's shy, but feels so deep, and loves very hard. I loved her character, she was very true to life, multifaceted and determined.
Coder is a bit older than Kenzie, big, sexy and quiet, he knows what he wants, and will go after it.
Friendship, family and loyalty were a large part of their story. The supporting cast is just as enticing as the main couple. The story is well rounded, evenly paced, and great for a reader looking for a realistic heroine.
*Review Copy requested and reviewed on behalf of OMG Reads*
Kenzie, "Mack," is a premed student. She's young, but wise beyond her years. She's shy, but feels so deep, and loves very hard. I loved her character, she was very true to life, multifaceted and determined.
Coder is a bit older than Kenzie, big, sexy and quiet, he knows what he wants, and will go after it.
Friendship, family and loyalty were a large part of their story. The supporting cast is just as enticing as the main couple. The story is well rounded, evenly paced, and great for a reader looking for a realistic heroine.
*Review Copy requested and reviewed on behalf of OMG Reads*
April 1, 2017
Wow, just wow! A sweet love story involving two- people who on the surface may not be compatible. However, the more we get to know each character, we know deep in our hearts they belong together. It also reminds us, do not judge a book by its cover. This story is about compassion, friendship, and love. In addition, it teaches us to be our original selves, to go after what it is that we want in life and never to give up. Oh, did I mention, sex? Yeah, always about crazy sweaty monkey sex, and oh the kissing!
March 8, 2017
I received an ARC of this book for an honest review. I have never read anything else by this author and I wasn't sure what to expect. This was a very cute love story that had me reading late into the night. I really liked the the main characters Kenzie (Mack) and Coder. Coder is a swoon worthy book boyfriend. He is a bit older than Mack and he is super sweet and definitely knows what he wants and goes after it. He always makes Mack feel like she is the most beautiful girl in the world even though sometimes she doesn't feel like it. Mack is a smart and ambitious. She always seems to play second fiddle to her best friend and at times has a bit of self esteem issues. I enjoyed reading their love story develop and how Coder stands behind her and supports her when she needs it. I will definitely read more from this author.
March 2, 2017
This was the first book I have had the chance to read by this author and am now learning there are more where this came from. RC Martin did a SPECTACULAR job at making this a true standalone. Not once did I ever get caught wondering who characters were or where they fit in the story.
This story of Kenzie and Coder is so much more than a romance. It's thought provoking and emotional, going through all the feels of a good story. And can I just say, I LOVE Coder. like, LOVE LOVE. He's true book boyfriend material. The first couple of chapters were a little difficult for me to get into. I felt it was a bit slow and it was just sad to me. But I kept going and I'm glad I did. I was hooked at "Hey. Eyes up, Mack." That's the line that switched it from "I'm not sure this book is for me" to "Ok, what happens next?!" I think every time he told her "Mouth" I swooned.
The heart wrencher part, where tissues were most definitely needed, just made the book for me. Over everything else that happened in the story, I will always remember Coder and Sheamus, the gray beanie, the tats, and how Coder was there when Kenzie needed him the most. He was always there picking up her pieces. I loved that about him.
Overall a good read with wonderful writing. It wasn't a quick-read, by any means. It's a story that needs digested a little at time.
This story of Kenzie and Coder is so much more than a romance. It's thought provoking and emotional, going through all the feels of a good story. And can I just say, I LOVE Coder. like, LOVE LOVE. He's true book boyfriend material. The first couple of chapters were a little difficult for me to get into. I felt it was a bit slow and it was just sad to me. But I kept going and I'm glad I did. I was hooked at "Hey. Eyes up, Mack." That's the line that switched it from "I'm not sure this book is for me" to "Ok, what happens next?!" I think every time he told her "Mouth" I swooned.
The heart wrencher part, where tissues were most definitely needed, just made the book for me. Over everything else that happened in the story, I will always remember Coder and Sheamus, the gray beanie, the tats, and how Coder was there when Kenzie needed him the most. He was always there picking up her pieces. I loved that about him.
Overall a good read with wonderful writing. It wasn't a quick-read, by any means. It's a story that needs digested a little at time.
March 7, 2017
I'm sad to say that this was my first book by R.C. Martin... but it will not be the last. I know that it is book 5 in the Made for Love series, but you can definitely read it as a stand-alone (although now I wanna know about all the other characters!). I thoroughly enjoyed reading Kenzie and Coder's journey. Kenzie goes through a pretty huge and difficult personal journey throughout this book and along the way she meets Coder, dear sweet perfect Coder. I just can't say enough about him. He was amazing. He was the total package - sweet, tattooed, understanding, hot, supportive, and a total bad ass. Even now I sigh and smile while thinking about him.
While I didn't like some of the drama in this story (I just didn't think it added to the story), I really loved reading this book and I can't wait to read more. There was so much on love and family that you can't help but be in a good mood after finishing it. So, go check out Coder and Mack!
While I didn't like some of the drama in this story (I just didn't think it added to the story), I really loved reading this book and I can't wait to read more. There was so much on love and family that you can't help but be in a good mood after finishing it. So, go check out Coder and Mack!
March 6, 2017
This book took me on an emotional rollercoaster and I loved every moment of it.
Kenzie is a shy, premed student who is wise beyond her years. When she loves, she loves deep. I loved watching her grow throughout the story.
Coder is a dirty-mouthed, quiet, alpha. He knows what he wants and isn’t afraid to go after it.
I fell in love with the characters immediately. Kenzie and Coder had off the charts chemistry . The storyline and characters flow well. It is a story about friendship, family, loyalty, and love. This is a part of a series, but can be read as a standalone. After reading Chasing After Me, I want to go back and read the other books. I highly recommend this book!
March 5, 2017
What a romantic sweet lovestory this book is, I loved it! Although I didn't trust Coder at the start, it turned out that he and Kenzie were perfect together. This is the first book I've read by R.C. Martin, I look forward to reading more books by her. This is a standalone story in the series.
An ARC was received for an honest opinion.
An ARC was received for an honest opinion.
March 2, 2017
I wasn't sure what to think of this book going into it. This is the first book I've read from this author and wow am I blown away! This book has it all plus a few shed tears. I love how Coder and Mack meet and how he is always there for her and supports her. I love how she is finding herself throughout this book and becoming so much more than what she started off as when the story started.
December 3, 2019
Chasing After Me by R.C. Martin is a book that takes you through an amazing journey of two people finding the one their soul is meant for. To be honest, it took me a couple of chapters to get hooked by the story. It starts out laying the groundwork for Kenzie's passion for medicine at an oncology unit in a children's hospital. And it's not exactly an uplifting, easy read at first. But having completed the novel, you do realize why the author took you there and how it lays the foundation for the direction Kenzie's life takes besides that with Coder. I loved the powerful impact Kenzie's volunteer kids gave to the story. I also very much enjoyed reading the journey of Kenzie's and Coder's relationship. It was sweet and pure from start to finish and I very much like how the author even takes you further into the future of their relationship in the last few chapters of the book. It tied up loose ends for the reader and didn't leave me wanting for more when the story was completed.
The only criticism I have for the book, which I think is totally just a personal preference on my behalf, was I thought the way Kenzie and Coder addressed each other was a bit too sappy at times. You can only read so many "Babe", "Baby" and "Honey" before it tends to get a little nauseating. Don't get me wrong, I did appreciate the sweetness of their relationship but I think said sweetness was a bit overkill at times.
Overall, I would recommend this book to anyone looking for a New Adult novel that goes a bit deeper than just skimming the surface. I look forward to reading more books by R.C. Martin!
**This book was provided in exchange for an honest review**
The only criticism I have for the book, which I think is totally just a personal preference on my behalf, was I thought the way Kenzie and Coder addressed each other was a bit too sappy at times. You can only read so many "Babe", "Baby" and "Honey" before it tends to get a little nauseating. Don't get me wrong, I did appreciate the sweetness of their relationship but I think said sweetness was a bit overkill at times.
Overall, I would recommend this book to anyone looking for a New Adult novel that goes a bit deeper than just skimming the surface. I look forward to reading more books by R.C. Martin!
**This book was provided in exchange for an honest review**
March 1, 2017
I honestly can't say enough about this book. I freaking loved it so much!! Coder honestly had me falling in love with him within seconds of meeting him. He is so straightforward and he is done messing around. He wants to find his true love and settle down. When he meets Kenzie he is instantly drawn to her. I love their story. They are just two honest people who are both drawn to each other and it's really beautiful to read. The kisses, just wait to you read about the kisses!! Another great book by R.C.
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