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Give Me Fever

Jasmine&Arielle Lockhart (Goodreads Author)

4.43 · Rating details · 37 ratings · 25 reviews

Hotter than a fever…

Jackson Noveau left behind his Cajun roots to make a better life for him and his new bride in New York City. But his drive for success drove the love of his life away. Six years later, Jackson has the opportunity to take his hot sauce company global. All he has to do is buy back the family farm. Unfortunately, the new owner isn’t impressed by his hands

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Published January 12th 2019 by Somewhere On A Beach Publishing

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Feb 03, 2019 Betül rated it really liked it

Shelves: 2019, second-chance, contemporary-romance, reviewed

~ 3.5 stars ~

Give me Fever was a fun and light second-chance romance. The couple think they are divorced but because of technicalities it was never finalized. Jackson comes back to his hometown to get a deal done: buy back the family farm. However, he doesn't know that this farm belongs to his wife. I loved the banter between them, and Jessa definitely knew how to handle Jackson. I think the two of them striking a deal was a great way for them to reconnect without them jumping right back into be ...more

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Jan 12, 2019 Sheena ☆ Oh, the Sheenanigans! rated it it was amazing

Shelves: netgalley, romance, western, second-chance-romance, marriage-or-marriage-arrangement, hot-alphas, contemporary, arcs-ebook, mass-review, standalone

Rating: ★★★★✬ (4.5/5 Stars)
Title: Give Me Fever
Author(s): Jasmine Lockhart, Arielle Lockhart
Character(s):
― Jessalynn “Jessa” Noveau: Twenties, Brunette
― Jackson Noveau: Twenties, Brunette/Black, Hazel Eyed
Setting: Fever, Louisiana
Tag(s): Romance, Contemporary
Content Rating: PG-13
POV: Third Person
Smexy Level: Warm
Favorite Quote(s):
― “Passion like ours doesn’t just disappear, Jessalynn.”
― “Come on, Jessalynn. Are you really going to tell me you’re done with us? That this is it? The end of us?” ...more

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Mar 11, 2019 Laundry rated it it was amazing

If you're looking for a small town romance, second chance romance, enemies to lovers, country vibe romance, or just romance period, Give Me Fever is absolutely the book for you. Sisters Jasmine and Arielle Lockhart created a phenomenal story about giving love a second chance. I was sucked into their Cajun style story instantly, and literally could not put the book down until I had finished it. And now, I'm waiting for book 2 like it's my job.

Story Line: Jessa and Jackson were high school sweethe If you're looking for a small town romance, second chance romance, enemies to lovers, country vibe romance, or just romance period, Give Me Fever is absolutely the book for you. Sisters Jasmine and Arielle Lockhart created a phenomenal story about giving love a second chance. I was sucked into their Cajun style story instantly, and literally could not put the book down until I had finished it. And now, I'm waiting for book 2 like it's my job.

Story Line: Jessa and Jackson were high school sweethearts. They married almost right out of high school, but after difficult loss, they split. Now, 6 years post divorce, Jackson is back in town from the big bad city, and he needs a favor from his gorgeous ex. But his ex isn't a push over. She's a strong and incredibly smart woman who takes zero crap from anyone, especially that ex- hubby of hers. Give Me Fever follows these two as they find their way back into each other's lives, and quite possibly their hearts. Jackson is cocky as ever. Honestly, cocky hero's walk a thin line for me. I either love them or cringe every time they say something about how amazing they are. Thankfully, Jackson had my swooning and tripping over my own feet. Jessa wasn't so easily won over. They play games with one another, which is also usually a big no-no for me, but for these two, it just works. At times their push and pull of emotions is gentle and flirtatious, and at other time the angst is so toe tingling, you almost can't take it. But in the end, Jessa and Jackson get their happily ever after and it was totally worth the wait.

Interaction: Jessa (absolutely adore her name, btw) is a country girl through and through. She works on her farm every single day. She works hard, she doesn't complain, but she also takes pride in her work. She is serious career goals for me. Not even joking. I may live in the city, but heart belongs in the country. Of course, where Jessa and I differ, is she has a green thumb. She excels at growing peppers. I couldn't grow a weed even if I tried. True story. But with Jackson back, their banter from 6 years ago is back too. They interact like he never left (you know, except for those jabs about him leaving and all that). I love that Jessa has such a great relationship with his family still. Her family is gone, and his family took her in long before that detail came to light. And the sense of family in this book is strong. So strong. It may be my favorite detail even.

Laundry: Hello slow burn. You are my favorite burn. Ever. Jessa and Jackson are not virgins. I mean, hello, they were married once upon a time. But for them to get back to that place, a whole heck of a lot needs to happen first. And you know there's the whole who will break first situation too. But once they throw the rules out the window, it's game on. And oh mama, they light that bed on fire. So hot.

Depth: I've been debating whether or not to put this in my review, because I don't want it to be misconstrued as a negative thought. Because I mean this, whole heartedly, as a compliment. Give Me Fever gave me serious Sweet Home Alabama meets the Princess and the Frog vibes. Now before you say I'm insane, hear me out. The setting is Louisiana and I have young kids, therefore Disney movies are relatable in every aspect of my life. Sweet Home Alabama because 1) southern 2) one goes off and makes a name for themselves while the other stays put. There are other tiny details that give me SHA vibes, but I'll let you figure those out on your own. This book blew my mind. It was funny, sweet, smoking hot and so much more. Believe me, once you finish, you'll be just like me - looking for a book 2 release date and praying it's soon. 5 giant pepper shaped stars. ...more

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Jan 16, 2019 Pernilla B rated it it was amazing

5 Scorching Stars!!

The debut release by the sister writing duo did not disappoint!! This small town, big heart, second chance romance was great, the main and secondary characters were well written, the story line was solid and captured my attention as I devoured it page by page.

Jessa and Jackson are like fire and ice together, though they are exes their chemistry is undeniable and sparks to life every time they are within close proximity.

I love Jessa also! She's a bit if a spitfire and a breat ...more

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Feb 01, 2019 Becky Rendon rated it liked it

3.5 stars

Give Me Fever is a bit spicy, a lot sweet, and maybe just a tad...dirty. 😉 okay, so my pepper innuendo is a bit lame but this book has bite. With a sassy, spicy heroine to keep the heat up, it's no wonder the town is called Fever.

Give Me Fever checks a lot of boxes:
Second chance
First love
A bet
Enemies to....😉

Just a few of the ways to sell this book and that doesn't even include the heat. Give Me Fever is sweet, sexy, and just the perfect amount of peppers. I hope to see more of the fam ...more

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Mar 02, 2019 Chriss Hill rated it it was amazing

Jess and Jackson have a problem. He wants her farm and she wants the divorce that was never finalized. That's just on the surface of things. The feelings they once had are still underneath the surface. And since they have to be around each other for a whole week, things bubble over and get hot fast! Jess is a strong woman! Jackson redeems himself after he realizes her worth! I could not turn the pages fast enough to learn of the conclusion! I loved the plotting, their sizzle, and all the family ...more

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Jan 18, 2019 Angel Hatfield rated it it was amazing

Jessa strolled down the roll pof peppers and snapping the ripe ones and put them in her apron. Endless varieties of pepper plants covered the land as far as the see could see. Jessa had grown them all. They were all hers and no one could take this farm - Twisted Flame Farm- from her. Jessa;s phone buzzed and she answered it after being asked if this was the office if Twisted Flame farm the person said she was Della McIntyre calling from Noveau Enterprises in NYC. Noveau Enterprises was Jenna’s b Jessa strolled down the roll pof peppers and snapping the ripe ones and put them in her apron. Endless varieties of pepper plants covered the land as far as the see could see. Jessa had grown them all. They were all hers and no one could take this farm - Twisted Flame Farm- from her. Jessa;s phone buzzed and she answered it after being asked if this was the office if Twisted Flame farm the person said she was Della McIntyre calling from Noveau Enterprises in NYC. Noveau Enterprises was Jenna’s biggest customer and belonged to her ex husband Jackson . She hadn’t talked to Jackson in six years. He had no idea she owned Twisted Flame farm which had been his parents farm. Also this farm produced the hybrid pepper s for jack’s Killer Cajun Ketchup the product that had made Jackson a very rich man. Jackson had inherited the farm from his father than turned right around and sold it to a stranger. Jenna had no interest in Jackson’s money only the farm. Jenna thought Jackson would follow her back when she had left him in N Y six years ago but he had never been back. Money and Power were important to the man Jackson now was. Jackson got tired of the no answer he kept getting when trying to talk to Jesse Watkins. So Jackson jumps on a plane and goes to Fever. Than he drove right to the farmhouse. A boy answers the door and says he works there. The boy is told by Jackson that he won’t leave Fever until he talks to Jesse Watkins. Zachariah/Zach is Jackson’s younger brother. And he now owns a bar. The hotel was full with reservations so Jackson asks of he can crash on Jack’s couch and he says he will have to help tend bar for the night. Jessa knew at seventeen Jackson would be the only guy she would ever love. Zach knew Jessa owned the farm but didn’t tell Jackson. Jackson blocked Jessa’s way as she tried to leave the storeroom and asked her is she spent a lot of time with his brother in the backroom. Jessa said your opinion must be low of us if you think we would do that. Not that Jackson wouldn’t deserve it if they did. When Jackson said he wanted to talk to her Jessa said he should have done that six years ago. The heat in Jackson’s eyes shot right through Jessa Jessa felt she wouldn’t survive another encounter with Jackson. She escaped through the delivery door. This one left her feeling like she was bleeding out. It felt like her soul had been lured from her body. If Jackson wanted Watkins she would give him Watkins. She was having her farm’s foreman-Hayden- pretend he was Watkins. Than Jackson found out he had never signed the divorce papers which met him and Jessa were still married. Jessa went to her lawyer when she found out when she got back Jackson was at the farmhouse JAckson was there and said he wouldn’t leave until she sold him the farm back. Jessa didn’t know she could feel this level of lust for Jackson still but with him so close and talking in her ear...Than Jessa touched metal on his hand and realized Jackson still wore his wedding band. Jackson had taken things too far. His plan had been to make Jessa feel uncomfortable and relent and sell to Jackson. But than he touched her and he remembered everything. How it felt to make love to her and how it felt to be loved and suddenly his emotions over toke him and he wanted that again more than anything. He never touched another woman while wearing his wedding band while in New York. He was fine alone . Jackson had worked so hard he didn’t even have time to think about needs. But now?
I loved this book. Another new favorite. This was a quick easy romantic read. I loved Jessa and Jackson together. Jessa should have talked to Jackson and maybe she wouldn't have left him. He just wanted a good life for them. I loved how Jessa stayed close to Jackson’s siblings and them to her. I loved the small town atmosphere of this book. I loved the way Jessa reacted to Jackson after six years apart after believing she hated him. I loved Jackson was willing to let go of everything for Jessa. I loved the characters and the ins and outs of this book and I highly recommend it. ...more

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Feb 06, 2019 Ali (Our Book Boyfriends) Flores rated it it was amazing

4.5 Stars
I was excited for this book from the get go because it’s set in my home state. I wasn’t disappointed either! Louisiana has a rich culture and it was fun seeing a lot of that come out in the story. It’s set in south Louisiana down near Houma in a small town named Fever. I had to laugh at a lot of the little things that popped up that I could relate to that the rest of the world probably couldn’t. LIKE crawfishing out of my pond. But, I think that’ll make it even more interesting for the ...more

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Feb 13, 2019 Ashley Munoz rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Perfect Small Town Romance

I absolutely loved this small town second chance romance. It was well planned, funny, swoony and the town's characters were hilarious. This book had me wanting to book a flight to Fever, just to witness this little ol town or something like it. Beyond that, the writing is developed and clear, engaging and emotional. Very well done. I can't wait to read another Lockhart sister book. ...more

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Feb 07, 2019 Linda Buzard-Moffitt rated it it was amazing

Shelves: 1st-in-series, 5-stars, arc, contemporary, contemporary-romance, fun-read, hea, romance, debut-release, 2nd-chance-romance

A Fun and Light-Hearted Second Chance Romance. I really enjoyed this Debut Release from The Duo Sister Writing Team. A little bit sweet and a little bit hot it was a page-turner. I would love to read more by these Authors. Especially if Jacksons siblings get their own books and to catch up with Jackson and Jessa.

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Feb 03, 2019 Barrie Mac rated it it was amazing

The Lockhart sisters have created an awesome book. I loved the strong woman Jessa was. She refused to sell what meant most to her...the farm and the house...even if her "ex", Jackson, wanted to pay top dollar and some for it. It was a story that had been told before but this had a unique spin. The story takes place in Louisiana and Jessa owns a pepper farm. I loved the telling of a small town that looks out for each other. I hope to hear read from these two. They are a great pair in writing! ...more

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Jan 26, 2019 Dorothy J rated it it was amazing

Shelves: books-i-want-to-read

This book is about a small town second chance romance,This definitely hits home
in so many ways. The passion, love , compromise, understanding. All the feelings
and emotions. This book won't let you down and be prepared for some heart
loving romance.
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Jan 26, 2019 Anna rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Firey!

Loved this book! Jessa & Jackson's second chance romance was sweet & spicy! This was the first book I've read by the Lockhart sisters. I have to read more!!! ...more

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Jan 26, 2019 Lacey Waters rated it it was amazing

Awesome read! I had a lot of fun reading this book. A happy romance with a bit of sexy edge. i read it straight through and really enjoyed myself!

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Feb 03, 2019 Silvia F. rated it really liked it

Shelves: arcs

Debut authors Jasmine and Arielle have delivered a fun, fast-paced romance novel that will keep you flipping, and flipping pages. Who doesn’t enjoy a second-chance romance novel especially when it deals with the kind of attraction that keeps you on your toes?

Jessa and Jackson have amazing chemistry and their story keeps you fervently reading, constantly wanting to find out what will happen next. I loved how hot headed and stubborn they both were, despite the magnetic pull they had towards each ...more

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Feb 14, 2019 The Romance Enthusiast (Ruby) rated it really liked it

Shelves: reviewed

The emotions riding high throughout the series left me on the edge of my seat and pages couldn’t be turned fast enough. Jessa and Jackson journey from heartbreak to their happily ever after was utterly heartwarming.

This book is gripping and holds no bars with emotions. It’s a long journey for Jackson and Jessa. But it’s one that can’t be avoided. And thankfully we get to ride that train.

After being MIA for six years, Jackson returns to his hometown. When he arrives he gets a heck of surprise in ...more

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Feb 10, 2019 Samantha rated it really liked it

Shelves: advanced-first-to-read, arcs-giveaways, netgalley-books

This is a great second chance romance. For years Jessalynn knew her marriage was over but he held her heart. Now he’s coming home and is after everything she has built for herself. Although he doesn’t know it.

Jackson needs to buy back his family farm that he uses to buy his peppers for his ketchup. The problem? The man who owns it won’t sell. He doesn’t want to but he is gonna have to go home and face his past to get what he wants.

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May 01, 2020 C.G. Twiles rated it it was amazing

Entertaining story about battling exes who discover they're still married six years after they'd thought their divorce was finalized. They make a bet - if they sleep together, the family pepper-producing farm will revert to the husband, Jackson. If they don't, wife Jessalynn gets the farm. The humid Bayou location of Fever, LA was convincingly portrayed and gave the story, you guessed it, a lot of heat. The sniping exes are in no danger of breaking up permanently. If you like a second-chance rom ...more

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Jan 17, 2019 Breann rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Red Hot Chili Peppers, but not the band

It’s cute small town romance. It might not win a Pulitzer or change the world, but it does what it’s supposed to do: entertain. The characters are like-able and have good chemistry.

A few plot points could be worked out better, and there were some missed opportunities to add depth to the two MCs, but overall not bad.

If you like contemporary romance featuring Cajun-style charm and good sexual tension, then this book is for you!

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Apr 28, 2019 Lenna Wright-Berry rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Great story, like to seen an epilogue for a year or so later but good nevertheless. Second chance of still being married but what will she lose is their bet is cashed in and what will he gain when the bet is canceled out???

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Jun 20, 2020 Reading romance rated it it was amazing

I really enjoyed this story. Jessa and Jackson make the pages sizzle. The small town pepper farm selling to the big business is a nice premise. And the city slicker/country girl contrast is always fun. The characters felt real to me and were well developed. A fun read!

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