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Hanging the Stars
James and Maddox
James used to dream of being a jockey. Now he's head-over-heels for his gorgeous new boss.
James: I'm in love, but there are three problems.
He owns the stable I ride for.
He just inherited like, a billion dollars.
I've had my heart stomped on before.
Maddox inherits a stable full of some of the best racehorses on the East Coast, and I discover my former boss's son is hot... gay... persistent... and comes with a raging case of ADHD. Maddox has always been short on love and long on social blunders, and he's learned to hate himself for it. We're head-over-heels, totally inexperienced, completely in love, and Maddox still can't understand why I'd bother with him. He says he's too different.
Then he starts meddling at the track because of me.
Turns out Maddox really is different.
The Falling For Fame series is a group of unconnected, stand-alone books about the rich and famous falling for everyday people. None of the books have recurring characters, and hence, they can be read in any order.
James used to dream of being a jockey. Now he's head-over-heels for his gorgeous new boss.
James: I'm in love, but there are three problems.
He owns the stable I ride for.
He just inherited like, a billion dollars.
I've had my heart stomped on before.
Maddox inherits a stable full of some of the best racehorses on the East Coast, and I discover my former boss's son is hot... gay... persistent... and comes with a raging case of ADHD. Maddox has always been short on love and long on social blunders, and he's learned to hate himself for it. We're head-over-heels, totally inexperienced, completely in love, and Maddox still can't understand why I'd bother with him. He says he's too different.
Then he starts meddling at the track because of me.
Turns out Maddox really is different.
The Falling For Fame series is a group of unconnected, stand-alone books about the rich and famous falling for everyday people. None of the books have recurring characters, and hence, they can be read in any order.
- GenresM M Romance
141 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 1, 2020
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June 18, 2020
This book was so sweet. It made me cry happy tears at the end, but unlike many of the other books I've read by this author, it wasn't traumatic. It's a quick, sweet read that will warm your heart and make you believe in pure, true love.
James has only ever wanted to ride horses. His ultimate dream was to become a jockey, but he grew and was unable to make weight. So he goes to school to be a trainer instead, while also working as an exercise rider. My heart ached for him as we learned about his dream and how it was unachievable because we want the characters to be healthy and happy and get everything they want in life. Sadly, that isn't realistic and it hurt watching James resign himself to just exercise rider and eventual trainer.
Maddox inherits everything after his father passes away. Maddox has severe ADHD, no family or friends or anyone who really cares for him. He paints and he coasts through life because he doesn't have anyone who sees him. Until James. James who works for him. James who understands Maddox's love of horses. James who seems to have all the patience in the world and takes the time to learn how to see things the way Maddox does.
These two are really sweet. I got scared that this book would make me cry because I haven't found a book of Julia McBryant's that hasn't made me cry, but this one didn't. It's light, it's love, and it's pure happiness.
There are times when James and Maddox get emotional and make my heart ache because they're not perfect. They have a lot of hardships to work through. Maddox is James's boss. Maddox has to learn how to navigate the racing world when he's the owner who rides his own horses, mucks his own stalls, and falls in love with his exercise rider.
i thought Mason from Lovely Little Liars was the sweetest character ever who needed protection from the world. But now I think that's Maddox. He's so lonely, so clueless to how the real world works, he just wants someone to love him, just wants someone to see him. At this point, I just want to collect all of Julia McBryant's characters and protect them from getting hurt ever again.
For a sweet love story that will bring happy tears to your eyes, Maddox and James are the ones for you. This series is so good. It's a breath of fresh air from all the angst I'm used to reading and I cannot wait to see who falls in love next.
James has only ever wanted to ride horses. His ultimate dream was to become a jockey, but he grew and was unable to make weight. So he goes to school to be a trainer instead, while also working as an exercise rider. My heart ached for him as we learned about his dream and how it was unachievable because we want the characters to be healthy and happy and get everything they want in life. Sadly, that isn't realistic and it hurt watching James resign himself to just exercise rider and eventual trainer.
Maddox inherits everything after his father passes away. Maddox has severe ADHD, no family or friends or anyone who really cares for him. He paints and he coasts through life because he doesn't have anyone who sees him. Until James. James who works for him. James who understands Maddox's love of horses. James who seems to have all the patience in the world and takes the time to learn how to see things the way Maddox does.
These two are really sweet. I got scared that this book would make me cry because I haven't found a book of Julia McBryant's that hasn't made me cry, but this one didn't. It's light, it's love, and it's pure happiness.
There are times when James and Maddox get emotional and make my heart ache because they're not perfect. They have a lot of hardships to work through. Maddox is James's boss. Maddox has to learn how to navigate the racing world when he's the owner who rides his own horses, mucks his own stalls, and falls in love with his exercise rider.
i thought Mason from Lovely Little Liars was the sweetest character ever who needed protection from the world. But now I think that's Maddox. He's so lonely, so clueless to how the real world works, he just wants someone to love him, just wants someone to see him. At this point, I just want to collect all of Julia McBryant's characters and protect them from getting hurt ever again.
For a sweet love story that will bring happy tears to your eyes, Maddox and James are the ones for you. This series is so good. It's a breath of fresh air from all the angst I'm used to reading and I cannot wait to see who falls in love next.
June 9, 2020
Beautifully written emotional story ❤️
I absolutely loved this book and I could quite happily have read more!
Maddox is so sweet and cute and so unsure of himself that I just wanted to give him a great big hug. James is a bit less on the sweet and cute side and there's a thing he does that I wanted to tell him off for!
After Maddox's father dies,he comes to the stables where his racehorses are trained. There he meets James,one of his work riders. Their attraction is mutual and James agrees to meet Maddox for coffee.
It soon becomes apparent to James that Maddox is hurting and lonely,so he agrees to go home with him. Getting involved with your boss is maybe not the wisest of things to do but,James stays when perhaps he shouldn't have.
Thus begins a story of friendship and love, support and stability,of growing confidence and understanding.
I don't want to give spoilers for this book,that being said, I am definitely going to recommend you dive in and follow Maddox and James's story.
I received an ARC copy of this book and I am more than happy to leave an honest review.
I absolutely loved this book and I could quite happily have read more!
Maddox is so sweet and cute and so unsure of himself that I just wanted to give him a great big hug. James is a bit less on the sweet and cute side and there's a thing he does that I wanted to tell him off for!
After Maddox's father dies,he comes to the stables where his racehorses are trained. There he meets James,one of his work riders. Their attraction is mutual and James agrees to meet Maddox for coffee.
It soon becomes apparent to James that Maddox is hurting and lonely,so he agrees to go home with him. Getting involved with your boss is maybe not the wisest of things to do but,James stays when perhaps he shouldn't have.
Thus begins a story of friendship and love, support and stability,of growing confidence and understanding.
I don't want to give spoilers for this book,that being said, I am definitely going to recommend you dive in and follow Maddox and James's story.
I received an ARC copy of this book and I am more than happy to leave an honest review.
June 8, 2020
James dreams may have been crushed but he finds something that allows him to still work with horses. Sometimes you just have to let something be a bad idea and roll with it. In this case that is exactly what James does. Even though Maddox is now James boss that does not stop these two. Maddox has a different view of the world; he sees things that other people don’t. He knows that he loves his horses and painting. Sometimes you take a chance and ask the hot rider to coffee. Sometimes its worth taking the chance when you are the most awkward person in the room. Sometimes it takes one person to change the way that you think about your self and others. This fun sweet novella is just the ticket.
June 11, 2020
I just love Julia’s writing. She can pull you into a story and not let go until we all get that elusive HEA.
Maddox and James make quite the pair. Even though Maddox was the rich kid and now the boss since his father’s passing, he still had self esteem issues brought on by his ADHD in which people just didn’t understand. And not really having his father’s love was another issue and then he meets James.
All James wanted growing up was to be a jockey and that dream failed when he kept growing and exceeding the requirements. So, now he is working and exercising the horses that Maddox’s father hired him for.
What a fantastic book. Both of these boys grew in leaps and bounds helping each other along the way.
A total must read!
Maddox and James make quite the pair. Even though Maddox was the rich kid and now the boss since his father’s passing, he still had self esteem issues brought on by his ADHD in which people just didn’t understand. And not really having his father’s love was another issue and then he meets James.
All James wanted growing up was to be a jockey and that dream failed when he kept growing and exceeding the requirements. So, now he is working and exercising the horses that Maddox’s father hired him for.
What a fantastic book. Both of these boys grew in leaps and bounds helping each other along the way.
A total must read!
June 8, 2020
I was gifted a advance copy of this book. Maddox is so sweet. How words at a very young age stays with you throw life. James the strength to see Maddox and help him heal. Love heals all!
June 29, 2020
this was heartbreaking and heartwarming all in one. the emotions are amazing.. the characters are wonderful and the storyline made me happy.. i loved it
January 15, 2021
Not her best work. But still really good. If you liked it do yourself a favor and go back and read everything else she has written. Brilliant writer.
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