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Always Hers
Aurora :
I’ve been saving myself for a man I can’t have.
Carter Holloway was always out of bounds—too old for me, and definitely too gorgeous. He was the crush that crushed me, and then he was gone; presumed killed in action in Afghanistan.
Now with my mother’s illness kicking our butts emotionally and financially, I’m out of options and out of money. The one thing I’ve got left to trade is the big "V" I never lost, and apparently, a girl can make a hefty bundle selling it online.
But suddenly, the man I thought I lost is back—hotter, harder, and he’s after what he never took before.
Carter :
She was always mine to claim. And I was always hers.
There’s never been anyone for me but Aurora Dawes—never has been, never will be. In fact, I’ve never even touched another woman. But she was always off limits and out of bounds, and so I waited until the day she could me mine.
But war and a roadside IED almost put me in the ground. I survived to find myself a captive—a hostage forced to work for my captors to protect the girl I left behind.
Years later, I’m back and twice as driven to have what was denied me before. I’ve saved myself for her, and now she’s going to get all of me. Now, and always.
This quick and OTT romance is packed with instalove, no cliffhanger, and a perfect happy ever after.
I’ve been saving myself for a man I can’t have.
Carter Holloway was always out of bounds—too old for me, and definitely too gorgeous. He was the crush that crushed me, and then he was gone; presumed killed in action in Afghanistan.
Now with my mother’s illness kicking our butts emotionally and financially, I’m out of options and out of money. The one thing I’ve got left to trade is the big "V" I never lost, and apparently, a girl can make a hefty bundle selling it online.
But suddenly, the man I thought I lost is back—hotter, harder, and he’s after what he never took before.
Carter :
She was always mine to claim. And I was always hers.
There’s never been anyone for me but Aurora Dawes—never has been, never will be. In fact, I’ve never even touched another woman. But she was always off limits and out of bounds, and so I waited until the day she could me mine.
But war and a roadside IED almost put me in the ground. I survived to find myself a captive—a hostage forced to work for my captors to protect the girl I left behind.
Years later, I’m back and twice as driven to have what was denied me before. I’ve saved myself for her, and now she’s going to get all of me. Now, and always.
This quick and OTT romance is packed with instalove, no cliffhanger, and a perfect happy ever after.
60 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 11, 2020
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About the author
Jagger Cole
74 books5,405 followersA reader first and foremost, Jagger Cole cut his romance writing teeth penning various fan-fiction stories years ago. After deciding to hang up his writing boots, Jagger worked in advertising pretending to be Don Draper. It worked enough to convince a woman way out of his league to marry him, though, which is a total win.
Now, Dad to two little princesses and King to a Queen, Jagger is thrilled to be back at the keyboard.
When not writing or reading romance books, he can be found woodworking, enjoying good whiskey, and grilling outside—rain or shine.
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Now, Dad to two little princesses and King to a Queen, Jagger is thrilled to be back at the keyboard.
When not writing or reading romance books, he can be found woodworking, enjoying good whiskey, and grilling outside—rain or shine.
You can find all of his books at www.jaggercolewrites.com
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June 29, 2020
Loved this!!! Both books in this series were such quick reads I couldn't give them full ratings sorry!
But this was so quick and HOT and such a great pick me up.
But this was so quick and HOT and such a great pick me up.
June 22, 2022
yaaay to rushed, but i liked this plot.
If we had a few chapters of them before, and a little built up after, also of course an epilogue it would've been perfect..
If we had a few chapters of them before, and a little built up after, also of course an epilogue it would've been perfect..
March 9, 2025
Easy read, quick and enjoyable, I liked it
May 13, 2020
I received this free eARC novel from the author. This is my honest review.
I adored this story. I loved Aurora and Carter - they were so intense during the entire novel. I think I worked have been a bit more mad at Carter if he just showed up out of nowhere, but I guess I wouldn't know how I would react if I were in Aurora's shoes.
I think that both guys got really lucky and should count their blessings. And to come out of their ordeal super rich? That's a bonus.
I'm really glad I got a chance to read this and I really liked the action scene at the end of the book. I'm loving this author and just went and bought all of his books on Amazon since they are each just 99 pennies!
I adored this story. I loved Aurora and Carter - they were so intense during the entire novel. I think I worked have been a bit more mad at Carter if he just showed up out of nowhere, but I guess I wouldn't know how I would react if I were in Aurora's shoes.
I think that both guys got really lucky and should count their blessings. And to come out of their ordeal super rich? That's a bonus.
I'm really glad I got a chance to read this and I really liked the action scene at the end of the book. I'm loving this author and just went and bought all of his books on Amazon since they are each just 99 pennies!
May 20, 2020
Aurora and Carter have been into each other since they were kids but neither of them acted on it because Aurora is best friends with Carter’s baby sister. When he is 18 Carter joins the military and things go bad over there and he is presumed dead. But as in Forever His these guys just don’t stay dead. Now Carter back from the dead is going to claim Aurora as his and he won’t let nothing stand in his way, not even the terrorists threatening her.
August 15, 2023
I found this book discounted on Amazon via Bargainbooksy; this is my honest review
If you've read the first book, you know Carter is alive and you also know that both Carter's and Luke's women moan A LOT - 46x in less than 60 pages. It's categorized as an erotic romance, but it's mostly smut with a lot of repeats from the first book or the same alignment as the first. Editing is awful and there are many repetitions or mistakes such as "I would never tell her that" but he actually did a few chapters before. A few unbelievable sentences such as how to prove a woman's innocence physically with a polygraph. LMAO. The one that really made me laughed was when she said "harder than I've ever come before" which was only two times before.
If you've read the first book, you know Carter is alive and you also know that both Carter's and Luke's women moan A LOT - 46x in less than 60 pages. It's categorized as an erotic romance, but it's mostly smut with a lot of repeats from the first book or the same alignment as the first. Editing is awful and there are many repetitions or mistakes such as "I would never tell her that" but he actually did a few chapters before. A few unbelievable sentences such as how to prove a woman's innocence physically with a polygraph. LMAO. The one that really made me laughed was when she said "harder than I've ever come before" which was only two times before.
February 6, 2021
Sometimes dreams come true.
This was my first story by this author and now I will have to check out more of his work. I liked this story a lot. It was short but entertaining and enjoyable. The characters were interesting and likable. Carter was crazy awesome. He was so calm and prepared for anything even the unthinkable. Carter was protective of Aurora but also so sweet. Aurora was sweet but also protective of Carter. I loved how happy they both were to see each other again as well as being able to touch. Aurora and Carter get their happy ever after. I recommend reading this book.
This was my first story by this author and now I will have to check out more of his work. I liked this story a lot. It was short but entertaining and enjoyable. The characters were interesting and likable. Carter was crazy awesome. He was so calm and prepared for anything even the unthinkable. Carter was protective of Aurora but also so sweet. Aurora was sweet but also protective of Carter. I loved how happy they both were to see each other again as well as being able to touch. Aurora and Carter get their happy ever after. I recommend reading this book.
June 25, 2021
⭐️=barely finished it, not likely to read author again-don’t read.
⭐️⭐️=meh, wasn’t great, also didn’t hate it. Will afford author grace (maybe).
⭐️⭐️⭐️=I liked it, it entertained me, I’ll continue to support this author and would recommend their work.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️=loved it, everyone should read it, I’ll likely reread this book again. I can’t wait to inhale every book this author has gifted us with!!!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️=I have an obsession with this story, and reread it often. I have hero worship for this author and read all their stories.
August 27, 2021
A Forever Kind of Love
Long lost love, forbidden desires, coming back from the dead, and tons of steaminess! These two hot and passionate characters are brimming over with such devotion and love that’ll have you melting! Carter is back and needs Aurora to know that they belonged together! Wonderful story!
Long lost love, forbidden desires, coming back from the dead, and tons of steaminess! These two hot and passionate characters are brimming over with such devotion and love that’ll have you melting! Carter is back and needs Aurora to know that they belonged together! Wonderful story!
June 25, 2020
Happy reunion full of love
I loved Carter and Aurora. This was a super fast reunion from the dead, bonk like crazy then Carter proves he's a macho warrior who kills the bad guy and saves his girl. Good read. Linda
I loved Carter and Aurora. This was a super fast reunion from the dead, bonk like crazy then Carter proves he's a macho warrior who kills the bad guy and saves his girl. Good read. Linda
June 26, 2021
3 1/2 ⭐️s
A lot and I do mean a lot of sex. If you read the first book from this mini series you know Carter is alive and he is claiming what is his.
A lot and I do mean a lot of sex. If you read the first book from this mini series you know Carter is alive and he is claiming what is his.
January 11, 2022
Good
Another quick and enjoyable read. I love the short books that incorporates it all; love, mystery, and action. Great read.
Another quick and enjoyable read. I love the short books that incorporates it all; love, mystery, and action. Great read.
June 28, 2022
5 stars
Carter Halloway is the standard!!!!!!!!! Periodt.
Carter Halloway is the standard!!!!!!!!! Periodt.
January 18, 2024
3 ⭐️
– Dual pov
– Dual virgin
– Age-gap (21h/idk H but older enough to not be able to be with her while he was still at home)
– No cheating or OM/OW drama
– HEA ending + minor epilogue
– Dual pov
– Dual virgin
– Age-gap (21h/idk H but older enough to not be able to be with her while he was still at home)
– No cheating or OM/OW drama
– HEA ending + minor epilogue
February 25, 2024
Short read.
October 22, 2020
Really similar to the prior book in the series.
May 14, 2020
never ending love
Carter & Aurora both loved each other from afar.
Grew up together but never thought they were good enough for the other.
College then Marines for Carter.
He went MIA while working for security firm over there.
Carter does what he needs to in order to make it home to Aurora.
Auroras mom is suffering from cancer and needs money for her treatment.
She signs up on a site where men pay for virgins.
Unknown to her, Carter has been following her on line so he knows about what she has been doing.
Please read the book and find out what all Carter and Aurora have been up to and what they endure.
I received a free copy of this book from the author and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
Carter & Aurora both loved each other from afar.
Grew up together but never thought they were good enough for the other.
College then Marines for Carter.
He went MIA while working for security firm over there.
Carter does what he needs to in order to make it home to Aurora.
Auroras mom is suffering from cancer and needs money for her treatment.
She signs up on a site where men pay for virgins.
Unknown to her, Carter has been following her on line so he knows about what she has been doing.
Please read the book and find out what all Carter and Aurora have been up to and what they endure.
I received a free copy of this book from the author and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
May 16, 2020
Aurora has to find some money for her mom's cancer treatment and the only thing she has is her vcard that she puts up for sale. The person who bought wants the transaction done that night. However, Aurora wanted her bff's brother Carter to be the one and only but he died in the middle east ...or so they thought. Carter only had one thing in mind while in captivity Aurora, his one and only. Their jounrey is long but their finding each other is sweet, sexy and so swoon worthy i honestly volunteered to review this story.
May 19, 2020
While not an extension of Forever His, one followed the other with the same characters mentioned in both – each focusing on a different couple. This time, it’s Carter who has returned after being presumed dead, and upon his return, he claims his one and only love, Aurora. This story shows depth of development and doesn’t focus just on the sexy parts. It is also showing us a peek of a truly good author. So what’s next? I have no idea, but it’s certainly left me wanting more. I'm a die-hard fan of Cole and recommend his books to all my friends.
May 20, 2020
I received an arc for an honest review. This book brings us Carter and Aurora. Both have loved each other for a long time, however, they thought they were both off limits as Aurora was best friends with Carter's sister. When Carter went to war, he was presumed dead and Aurora was devastated. Aurora's mom has cancer and the bills are piling up, so Aurora does the only thing she can think of and that is to offer her virginity for money. When the door opens, Aurora is so surprised. Who is behind that door? This is a nice quick read before bedtime.
May 21, 2020
I don't know, I feel this book was shorter than the previous one; maybe it's because of the fast-paced plot. Definitely can be read as standalone, the book was steamy one with little bit of action. The plot and line seemed bit OTT for me compared to the 1st one. Few things didn't make sense especially on the background story of how the H "came back" to life and start pursuing the h.
Dual virgin
No contraception
BFF's brother romance
Military H, ordinary h
5% actions between H and bad guys
No OW/OM
No drama/angst
No triggers, safe read
HEA
Overall score: 3 smutty stars
Dual virgin
No contraception
BFF's brother romance
Military H, ordinary h
5% actions between H and bad guys
No OW/OM
No drama/angst
No triggers, safe read
HEA
Overall score: 3 smutty stars
May 22, 2020
I received an ARC and I'm freely reviewing.
This book features Carter and Aurora (brother and best friend to Sienna) and this is their HEA. This is a quick read and steamy. Carter has been presumed dead and Aurora needs some money to help her mother. She decides since Carter is no longer here, there is no need to hold onto her virginity for him. She decides to help her mother with some money. She shows up and bam, there is Carter. Both confess their love for each other. They hit a bump on the way to tell Carter's family he is alive and well but overall a fast read. A good book
This book features Carter and Aurora (brother and best friend to Sienna) and this is their HEA. This is a quick read and steamy. Carter has been presumed dead and Aurora needs some money to help her mother. She decides since Carter is no longer here, there is no need to hold onto her virginity for him. She decides to help her mother with some money. She shows up and bam, there is Carter. Both confess their love for each other. They hit a bump on the way to tell Carter's family he is alive and well but overall a fast read. A good book
May 12, 2020
This was a great DV second chance romance! Aurora and Carter have wanted each other for years but the age difference and Carter being Aurora's best friend's older bother, it did not seem possible. After being gone (supposedly dead) Carter is back and nothing will stand in his way of finally claiming Aurora as his own. I would recommend this book and recommend reading Forever His too!
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
May 20, 2020
Like the story before, this one was a bit far fetched what with him being dead, but not really and he is rich. I didn’t care for that background. I did enjoy the romance of this novella though. These two have always been in love with each - they just never acted on it till now.
Good story if you are looking for something to read in about an hour.
Good story if you are looking for something to read in about an hour.
May 20, 2020
This author is quickly becoming one of my favorites. This is a quick and filthy read and so satisfying. Carter has been gone, thought dead, but now he’s back; and his only thought is to finally make Aurora his. There's some danger and action but the heart of the story is Carter finally admitting to Aurora he loves her. Loved!!
May 24, 2020
This is the second book in the Forever Always series. You can read each book separately, but to enhance your reading pleasure, I would read them in order. Aurora has been in love with her best friends brother Carter her entire life. Carter has always known Aurora was his, but wanted to wait till the time was right. Now he wants what’s his
June 12, 2020
This was a quick hot spicy read about Carter and Aurora. The twists and turns kept me on the edge of my seat. I loved how Carter kept himself true for Aurora. I couldn't stop reading until I finished this sweet, wonderful delicious love story. This was a great addition to this wonderful series. Can't wait to read more by Jagger Cole.
May 22, 2020
Another awesome fast paced “unputdownable” book by Mr Cole. He is fast becoming one of my favs. I am always entertained and never disappointed. I highly recommended his books. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving this review
May 23, 2020
A great, quick conclusion to the series. I. The first book, we were left with a cliffhanger and this brought it to a satisfying end. Aurora and Carter's chemistry is off the charts and their reunion is wonderful.
May 12, 2020
I loved this book as much as i loved forever his. This book had romance, drama and all that other fun stuff wrapped up nicely in a short story. I recomend it
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