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Legally in Love #4
Wills & Trust
Town beauty queen Brooke Chadwick knows Dane Rockwell will never take a second look at his best friend’s younger sister, no matter how much she’s longed for him. She’s a kid nuisance. A pity case he played catch with after her parents died in an accident. Dane Rockwell is a Rockwell—of the felons, frauds, and cheats Rockwells in town. How can he possibly ask Brooke Chadwick—of the upstanding, reputable Chadwicks in town—to consider him worthy? Now Dane is back in town with three things: a ring in his pocket, a kiss burning on his mouth for her, and a law degree to prove his worthiness. Brooke is about to say yes to a proposal, but not Dane’s. Disappointment looms. But when Brooke gets notice to attend a reading of a stranger’s will with her legal counsel, Dane is her only option for a lawyer, and it might be Dane’s only chance to earn her trust. With themes of love, loss, second chances, an inheritance from a stranger, beautiful beach scenes on the Chesapeake Bay, baseball games, Babe Ruth, antique collectibles, a gripping court case, betrayals, and lots of romantic kisses and chemistry, this book's plot twists and turns through Dane and Brooke's lives--as Brooke learns to trust, and Dane learns about self-will. Wills & Trust is a new standalone romance in the bestselling Legally in Love Collection by Jennifer Griffith.
290 pages, Paperback
Published July 31, 2017
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Jennifer Griffith
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I love a story that ends with a kiss, whether it's a book or a movie. That's the big payoff! So that's the kind of books I like to write, and I call my style "cotton candy for the soul"-- light, sweet, gone. We all need a little escape from reality for a while, and escapist fiction can be the perfect remedy.
I'm a moderately bad housekeeper, I have a black thumb, and it takes a small miracle to get my hair to curl. My handsome husband and I live in the Arizona desert where we're raising our five children, who never let us stop laughing.
I love a story that ends with a kiss, whether it's a book or a movie. That's the big payoff! So that's the kind of books I like to write, and I call my style "cotton candy for the soul"-- light, sweet, gone. We all need a little escape from reality for a while, and escapist fiction can be the perfect remedy.
I'm a moderately bad housekeeper, I have a black thumb, and it takes a small miracle to get my hair to curl. My handsome husband and I live in the Arizona desert where we're raising our five children, who never let us stop laughing.
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July 16, 2017
Brooke has always had a crush on her brother's best friend, but he's always been off-limits. When Dane steps in for her missing boyfriend at a charity event, sparks FLY right off the pages. And a scandalous kiss right in church doesn't help the gossip.
I hate bullies and Brooke has to deal with a big one when she's named in a stranger's will. I cannot believe the lengths some people will go to in order to get their way. At the risk of his career, Dane once again comes to the rescue--this time as her lawyer.
There are so many little threads to this story, but baseball and Little League is a central one that really ties the story together. I love what Dane is willing to go through to earn Brooke's trust, especially because the events of her recent past. Together, they are able to navigate a dangerous and confusing legal threat, all while learning to recognize their true desires and feelings.
I really loved the characters, as well as the setting and plot. But the sparks? Holy swoon!! Those fun moments of chemistry were definitely my favorites.
Content: mild romance (kissing, cheating); very mild religious elements.
*I received a copy through the author, which didn't influence my opinion. All thoughts are my own.*
I hate bullies and Brooke has to deal with a big one when she's named in a stranger's will. I cannot believe the lengths some people will go to in order to get their way. At the risk of his career, Dane once again comes to the rescue--this time as her lawyer.
There are so many little threads to this story, but baseball and Little League is a central one that really ties the story together. I love what Dane is willing to go through to earn Brooke's trust, especially because the events of her recent past. Together, they are able to navigate a dangerous and confusing legal threat, all while learning to recognize their true desires and feelings.
I really loved the characters, as well as the setting and plot. But the sparks? Holy swoon!! Those fun moments of chemistry were definitely my favorites.
Content: mild romance (kissing, cheating); very mild religious elements.
*I received a copy through the author, which didn't influence my opinion. All thoughts are my own.*
September 29, 2017
This is a top notch clean romance that held me spellbound from start to finish. I do, however, recommend that the author slap the fingers of those who should have caught a number of editorial errors.
August 3, 2017
Yum!
I loved the zingy attraction and fun dialogue in this book. It was a fantastic diversion and it made me happy!
I loved the zingy attraction and fun dialogue in this book. It was a fantastic diversion and it made me happy!
August 27, 2019
This was a clean fiction book with some romance and suspense. I paused reading this book twice to read other books, then continued reading this one. Why did I bother? I liked the story so I was determined to finish the book. I wanted to find out how Dane and Brooke would finally end up together and how far the nasty Sargent La Barge would push his case against Brooke. To do this though, I had to skim past some boring (often repetitive) baseball jargon, which didn't interest me all that much. The book seemed a little lengthy. It is worth reading though, especially if you really enjoy baseball, or sports in general.
August 15, 2017
While the middle of the story caught my attention and flowed really well, the beginning drove me crazy with the repetition of facts of the story. I do appreciate authors who realize that I don't remember every detail, but it felt like every few paragraphs the same details were repeated. Near the end of the book, the same thing happened, but not with the same intensity as it did at the beginning.
The conflicts in the story were interesting - the one related to Brooke's inheritance and the one related to Dane's career. I was surprised to find out that the law suit and Dane's hearing were not related, especially with the timing of Dane's hearing. I could just see Sarge working up something like that. I was disappointed that there weren't any details about the aftermath of Dane's hearing. It seemed like that thread just died and it would have been nice to get some resolution to that.
For those who might care, there was a bit of talk about church and forgiveness, but not much. And there was a quote about forgiveness used at the church which is from one of the books of Mormon. The story was not preachy, nor was there anything doctrinally objectionable to this non-LDS Christian.
This review was originally posted on Among the Reads
The conflicts in the story were interesting - the one related to Brooke's inheritance and the one related to Dane's career. I was surprised to find out that the law suit and Dane's hearing were not related, especially with the timing of Dane's hearing. I could just see Sarge working up something like that. I was disappointed that there weren't any details about the aftermath of Dane's hearing. It seemed like that thread just died and it would have been nice to get some resolution to that.
For those who might care, there was a bit of talk about church and forgiveness, but not much. And there was a quote about forgiveness used at the church which is from one of the books of Mormon. The story was not preachy, nor was there anything doctrinally objectionable to this non-LDS Christian.
This review was originally posted on Among the Reads
February 22, 2018
Sweet Romance
This book was great, but it drove me crazy! Of course, the whole drunk cougar hitting on him and getting him suspended from his great job? Phoeey! That was a very stinky situation. Then to throw in an absent fiancé, a great inheritance being contested, and there was a lot going on! I loved the characters though!
This book was great, but it drove me crazy! Of course, the whole drunk cougar hitting on him and getting him suspended from his great job? Phoeey! That was a very stinky situation. Then to throw in an absent fiancé, a great inheritance being contested, and there was a lot going on! I loved the characters though!
July 27, 2017
I loved Brooke and Dane as a couple! I was rooting for them from page one. Brooke is so kind and sweet! Despite being knocked down left and right, she keeps going, brightening other’s days along the way, especially the children she works with at the hospital. Dane is an incredible guy! He is good, and hard working, and trustworthy. They have secretly loved each other for years, and the depth of their feelings showed.
The story was great! The legal aspects were well done. The baseball theme was fun (and growing up with four brothers, brought back a lot of memories). There was tension, and emotion. And the romance…oh, my! Sparks were flying off the page!
I always love Jennifer Griffith’s books! She has such an easy writing style that pulls me in and keeps me reading. I can’t wait for her next one!
I received a copy of the book, which I voluntarily reviewed. I have given my honest opinion.
The story was great! The legal aspects were well done. The baseball theme was fun (and growing up with four brothers, brought back a lot of memories). There was tension, and emotion. And the romance…oh, my! Sparks were flying off the page!
I always love Jennifer Griffith’s books! She has such an easy writing style that pulls me in and keeps me reading. I can’t wait for her next one!
I received a copy of the book, which I voluntarily reviewed. I have given my honest opinion.
August 12, 2017
Brooke is engaged to marry the man of her dreams, but when he leaves her standing on the pitcher’s plate to throw the first ball of the season, the other man of her dreams (her childhood dreams) shows up to catch, and causes her first nigglings of doubt. This cute romance with Brooke and Dane is a book about second chances, redemption, trust and forgiveness. It has mystery, suspense, lots of baseball trivia and court action. This author always gives me characters I love, and Brooke and Dane were no different. I loved Brooke’s vulnerability, and I loved Dane’s need for salvation from his crime-ridden pedigree. He’s trying to break out of a negative mold that others naturally have cast him in due to genetics so he can be worthy of Brooke, who has always seen him for the great guy he is. But until he realizes he’s a great guy, he’ll never be worthy of her. Awesome book. Will keep you turning pages quickly.
August 3, 2018
What a wonderful romantic story!
I think I felt every emotion throughout this book. Sadness for Brooke in the beginning when she was struggling to overcome her injuries from a fatal car accident killing both her parents. Admiration for Dane and his willingness to take his time to help her with her physical therapy. The romantic tension between the two of them and their unrequited love for each other was enough to make my insides cringe. Then, after Dane finished law school, he sacrificed his time and efforts without pay to help Brooke, out of his love for her, retain the famous baseball that was willed to her albeit contested by the town’s political thug (and what a thug! I wish I could have knocked him over with a fist to his gut!). I loved the other characters in this story who showed support for Brooke in her time of need. I especially loved the HEA! Ms. Jennifer Griffith rocks in the author field for well written clean romance stories.
I think I felt every emotion throughout this book. Sadness for Brooke in the beginning when she was struggling to overcome her injuries from a fatal car accident killing both her parents. Admiration for Dane and his willingness to take his time to help her with her physical therapy. The romantic tension between the two of them and their unrequited love for each other was enough to make my insides cringe. Then, after Dane finished law school, he sacrificed his time and efforts without pay to help Brooke, out of his love for her, retain the famous baseball that was willed to her albeit contested by the town’s political thug (and what a thug! I wish I could have knocked him over with a fist to his gut!). I loved the other characters in this story who showed support for Brooke in her time of need. I especially loved the HEA! Ms. Jennifer Griffith rocks in the author field for well written clean romance stories.
August 2, 2017
Brooke Chadwick has been in love with her brother's best friend for a long time. Dane Rockwell was incorporated into her family as his own family was mostly in jail. Brooke's seen some heartache that Dane helped her through, but he never seems to see her as anything but his friend's little sister.
She doesn't realize that Dane has always wanted her, but was warned off by her brother. Now Dane is a lawyer and Brooke needs legal help if she wants to fulfill her aunt's dream of a baseball museum housing memorabilia collected by her father. Will Dane's legal aid become anything more?
This is a cute story. Brooke and Dane balance each other in their personalities so they make a good pairing. There's a lot of baseball history in here also if you like that (I do). It's a sweet romance and well worth reading.
She doesn't realize that Dane has always wanted her, but was warned off by her brother. Now Dane is a lawyer and Brooke needs legal help if she wants to fulfill her aunt's dream of a baseball museum housing memorabilia collected by her father. Will Dane's legal aid become anything more?
This is a cute story. Brooke and Dane balance each other in their personalities so they make a good pairing. There's a lot of baseball history in here also if you like that (I do). It's a sweet romance and well worth reading.
August 14, 2017
I liked this book and would have given it five stars but there were some major typos i.e. whole thoughts and sections that were repeated. It seemed that it was rushed to printing and not much proofreading was done. That being said, it was a cute storyline and I liked the characters. I liked that Dane worked hard to become someone that was an asset to society and someone admirable rather than what his family turned out to be. I especially liked how he was there for Brooke. I thought the scene where she was pitching the ball for the first time and he showed up to catch was so cute! I liked how Brooke was such a good person and had such a good heart. This book was full of sweet moments and funny incidents and was a fun read. There were no love scenes and no bad language.
August 10, 2017
This was a fun read. The main characters were likeable. I liked that Rockwell worked so hard to make a positive name for himself. He didn't just give up and follow tradition. He broke the mold and made something of himself. I liked the friendship and support/dependablilty between the MC's. I liked the baseball references throughout. I liked that it was clean. The only reason I didn't give it a 5 was there were major typos (like repeats of whole ideas or sentences). Also, I didn't like Quirt's name. The spelling was confusing. I couldn't tell if I was supposed to say Kirt or Qwert. That being said, I would probably read this one again.
July 19, 2017
This book has everything I was looking for in a weekend read. The characters are easy to relate to, the story is well-paced, there are enough twists to keep you turning pages, and it concludes with a happy ending. Jennifer Griffith clearly knows the subject matter (in this case the law and baseball) which makes the story all the more believable. I really appreciated how the 'romance' aspect of the book stayed clean and didn't give unnecessary and distracting details. I look forward to reading more from this author in the future!
July 22, 2017
I received an advance copy of this book but unfortunately it had alot of errors making it very hard to read. I enjoyed the story, however, based on the title of the book and chapter headings I thought it would be more of a romance story between an attorney and his childhood friend. The story mostly revolved around baseball and historic facts which I personally didn’t find very interesting.
It was a clean, quick, romantic story but not something I would read again.
I received a copy of this e-book complimentary for blog and social media review. All opinions are my own.
It was a clean, quick, romantic story but not something I would read again.
I received a copy of this e-book complimentary for blog and social media review. All opinions are my own.
September 29, 2017
Love Yankees
Dane has been there for Brooke every time she needs him. He feels that until he finishes law school he isn't good enough for her. When he returns he discovers she is engaged to a doctor. The story of Babe Ruth's home run ball in 1932 is involved and a mystery man giving it to her in a will. Ups and downs in building a museum, coaching little league baseball
and their relationship give this story excitement and fun. Well written characters bring everything together. You will enjoy it.
Dane has been there for Brooke every time she needs him. He feels that until he finishes law school he isn't good enough for her. When he returns he discovers she is engaged to a doctor. The story of Babe Ruth's home run ball in 1932 is involved and a mystery man giving it to her in a will. Ups and downs in building a museum, coaching little league baseball
and their relationship give this story excitement and fun. Well written characters bring everything together. You will enjoy it.
March 10, 2018
Least favorite of the series
This is my least favorite of this series so far. I love sports books and romance, but for some reason this story just didn't flow well for me. It felt disconnected and there were quite a few errors in the writing. I liked the main characters but the story overall just wasn't for me. A lot of repitition. If you like baseball and romance, I'd still day give this a chance.
Content: Clean
Language: Clean
Religious: Yes. Definitely more so than the other books in the series.
Happy Reading!
This is my least favorite of this series so far. I love sports books and romance, but for some reason this story just didn't flow well for me. It felt disconnected and there were quite a few errors in the writing. I liked the main characters but the story overall just wasn't for me. A lot of repitition. If you like baseball and romance, I'd still day give this a chance.
Content: Clean
Language: Clean
Religious: Yes. Definitely more so than the other books in the series.
Happy Reading!
February 20, 2023
I enjoyed this story. I got a little frustrated with Dane just because he had a crush on Brooke but never told her and then expected her to fall into his arms. However, it had to have something for the story. I loved how it all played out and then one got a strike in the case and Dane got a home run to make the play that really counted for Brooke. I enjoyed it.
August 4, 2017
Okay
This book was okay. I liked some parts but other parts annoyed me. There were also quite a few editing errors, where entire sentences or paragraphs were repeated, like the author moved them to use in another place but forgot to take it out from the other spot.
This book was okay. I liked some parts but other parts annoyed me. There were also quite a few editing errors, where entire sentences or paragraphs were repeated, like the author moved them to use in another place but forgot to take it out from the other spot.
February 4, 2018
Wills and trust
It's very obvious the author put a lot of work into this novel. Quite enjoyable. Would love to have seen a bit more justice for the protagonist. He made my blood pressure rise. When a fictional character can do that, you know it's well written.
It's very obvious the author put a lot of work into this novel. Quite enjoyable. Would love to have seen a bit more justice for the protagonist. He made my blood pressure rise. When a fictional character can do that, you know it's well written.
February 21, 2018
Wills & Trust (Legally in Love #4) - PG/PG13
Violence: threatened
Language: a couple of swears
Sex: some kissing, slightly descriptive
I love to read Jennifer Griffith's books! She always has a little legal slant to them, which I really appreciate. And her Heroes are delicious.
Violence: threatened
Language: a couple of swears
Sex: some kissing, slightly descriptive
I love to read Jennifer Griffith's books! She always has a little legal slant to them, which I really appreciate. And her Heroes are delicious.
March 22, 2023
I found the first part of this book confusing. The timeline jumps all over the place and lots of characters were introduced. About half way through, I really started to love Brooke and Dane's story with lots of twists and turns.
August 21, 2017
Cute and fun, especially with the baseball theme. I just wished the romance had more build...it was hot or cold and sometimes the hero came off as arrogant.
August 26, 2017
Great
Dane and Brooke were the perfect couple. I really loved their interactions. The book had a few editing problems but it was fairly well written.
Dane and Brooke were the perfect couple. I really loved their interactions. The book had a few editing problems but it was fairly well written.
October 3, 2017
A most delightful book. It was fun to read light romance and the descriptive words were great. Keep writing good books like these Jennifer
September 5, 2018
Enjoyable book
This was a very good and enjoyable book to read. It was well written and moved along well. I had a hard time putting it down.
This was a very good and enjoyable book to read. It was well written and moved along well. I had a hard time putting it down.
September 28, 2019
Read this one awhile ago, don't remember too much of the particulars but thought it was a cute one.
Moral Note: A cougar hitting on him, kissing....?
Moral Note: A cougar hitting on him, kissing....?
October 9, 2019
The legal procedures were written with a lot of liberty here. Otherwise, it was a cute story.
This is a 3.5 rounded to a 4.
This is a 3.5 rounded to a 4.
May 18, 2023
Fun and intriguing
A wonderful story filled with romantic tension, long time secret loves, a court case, baseball memorabilia, and lots of fun.
A wonderful story filled with romantic tension, long time secret loves, a court case, baseball memorabilia, and lots of fun.
June 19, 2021
Cheers for an exciting duo of court cases. I noticed my heart was pounding pretty good by the time the they went to court. I was quite enthralled. I was also frustrated by obvious issues like would a good lawyer go to his judgment without even looking at the video evidence? I don't think it would have taken that long to watch it so I just didn't believe that would happen. The prosecution in both cases totally made up their stories. Did they really think they could win on complete fabrication? Especially in Brooke's case. Someone as adept in evil as LaBarge would likely have remembered such a big incident that would prove it couldn't hold water. And what about all the people that committed perjury? Did they get prosecuted?
So, if I had so many issues with the court case, why did I still give the book 4 stars? Because it was exciting. Perry Mason doing his thing. Going into court it did not look promising for Brooke or Dane. How would they pull it off? Would the author let one or both of them lose their cases and yet find true love? I didn't know. And I had to find out. I was totally into the book, heart pounding and all. I always hate stories where people get away with doing evil-think Mr. Potter in It's a Wonderful Life. I want everyone to get their just due so I was happy to see justice served in this case (excepting wondering about the perjury).
Sex: unwanted advances
Language: no
Violence: a little
So, if I had so many issues with the court case, why did I still give the book 4 stars? Because it was exciting. Perry Mason doing his thing. Going into court it did not look promising for Brooke or Dane. How would they pull it off? Would the author let one or both of them lose their cases and yet find true love? I didn't know. And I had to find out. I was totally into the book, heart pounding and all. I always hate stories where people get away with doing evil-think Mr. Potter in It's a Wonderful Life. I want everyone to get their just due so I was happy to see justice served in this case (excepting wondering about the perjury).
Sex: unwanted advances
Language: no
Violence: a little
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