Return to Poughkeepsie (Poughkeepsie Brotherhood, #2) in Buddy Read Zone

Oct 14, 2012 Alexis *Reality Bites* rated it really liked it

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MILD SPOILERS -mature content reader discretion advised
4 STARS out of 5
Genre: Suspenseful Romance

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I am mixed bag of emotions people. SO MUCH goes down in this book I have no clue where to start. We have characters set with nothing but revenge on their minds and revenge is the catalyst that puts everything in to motion.

In Return to Poughkeepsie both Eve and Beckett are separately on a mission to keep the ones they love safe and alive. Danger strikes close to home and they both find themselves in a ...more

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Oct 17, 2012 Brandi rated it really liked it · review of another edition

4ish stars

While I enjoyed catching up with the brothers, one brother was MIA for way too long. Once he showed up at 50% things started moving a much better pace. Add in Debra's unique humor and this book was a solid read.

My favorite parts

*Trish - Ryan's jaded ex, I would not want to be on the receiving end of her fury. lol.

*Beckett and all his little rescue missions, especially Gandhi.

*Blake playing daddy.

*Cole and Kyle - Their struggle broke my heart.

*Ryan - I really like him...

Return to Poug ...more

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Sep 07, 2013 Lady Vigilante (Feifei) rated it liked it

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**FULL REVIEW POSTED** Release date: December 30

3 stars!

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For the most part, I liked it. And with a 200% certainty, I can say I liked this book more than the first. So why is it that book 1 got a 3.5 star rating and book 2 only gets a rounded up 3 star one?

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Feb 24, 2014 Jen rated it liked it

Shelves: contemporary-romance, damaged-hero-heroine, new-adult-dark-contemporary, kindle-own, dark-reads, favorites, march-reads

I am rating this book 3.5 stars. The main reason for this rating is that my expectations for this book were not what I received. It doesn't mean that the story was bad, it is just not what I had hoped for when I cracked it open.
First of all, Eve and Beckett were my favorite couple in book one. Anyone who read that book knows that this couple literally were explosive when they got together. "Return to Poughkeepsie" promised in the blurb a storyline about these two. We get them..but lets just say I am rating this book 3.5 stars. The main reason for this rating is that my expectations for this book were not what I received. It doesn't mean that the story was bad, it is just not what I had hoped for when I cracked it open.
First of all, Eve and Beckett were my favorite couple in book one. Anyone who read that book knows that this couple literally were explosive when they got together. "Return to Poughkeepsie" promised in the blurb a storyline about these two. We get them..but lets just say that for the first 87% of the book they are pretty much rarely together. I felt let down that most of the story didn't include these two firecrackers together. I realize that both Eve and Beckett had some major self growth to do on their own; but I was under the impression that this story was going to be part of that journey, as well as a journey of them in a relationship. Now, in saying all of that..I feel the need to at least let readers know what this series is like before investing in it. Please don't get me wrong, as I think it is an awesome series. I am quite invested in the characters, and I will see it through to the end. Now that I know the style of the storylines I won't be expecting a love story between two people; because that is not what this series is.

The first 50% of this book deals with a lot of the crew from the first book. We get to catch up with Blake &Livia, Cole & Kyle, Beckett & Eve, and a whole slew of new characters too. I do admit that I found the first half a bit on the boring side. I had trouble drumming up the desire to read it; but that was mainly because of my expectations.
The second half of the book began to pick up. Once I became accustomed to what was going on, and that this story is more of a story about multiple lives then I went with it. I was glad I did, because lots went on and it became very interesting. There were some majore events that took place. Some were heartbreaking, others were sexy, and there were some very heartwarming ones as well. I loved being back in the Poughkeepsie world, and reconnecting with all of the old characters. I can say this, their lives are never dull; but the one thing that they all have in common is that they love fiercely and with all of their heart and souls. Family comes first, and the men fight to protect what is theirs-no matter what it takes, or who needs to be plowed out of the way to make it happen.

A lot goes on in this world, and it is a series that I do highly recommend. I just would like to be clear on the type of story it is. Debra Anastasia is an author who I enjoy reading her work. I look forward to checking out some of her backlist, as I do love her style. I understand that there will be a third book in this series, and I will absolutely be reading it. Now that I know there are multiple storylines, and the story isn't reserved for just one couple..then I am positive I will enjoy myself way more. I am also happy to say that there wasn't a huge cliffy; but there is enough going on that I can't wait until the next book comes out!

Thank you to my Buddy's: Shanna and Steph for another wonderful Buddy Read! I always enjoy our BR and I can't wait until the next one we have! Hugs to you both♥ ...more

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Mar 06, 2013 ✝✝ Ⓓaisy ❣ ✝✝ rated it liked it

Return to Poughkeepsie was one book that I had in my must read list. I had a very very high expectations especially after seeing the blurb was on Beckett!

But, I needed to

As there was less of Beckett, more new characters that I really didn't care about and a gap of 5 years!

But, It was heartwarming to see how Blake and Livie's relationship has grown. And their love for each other is simply so strong. Finally, Beckett and Eve came in picture and I was happy.

It was nice journey if you ...more

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Dec 11, 2012 Dawn Nicholson added it · review of another edition

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** 5 Brilliant Stars **

'She Loved Him, Really Loved Him. With Her Heart. The Wave Of It Hit Her Hard.'

Really Amazing second installment of 'The Ploughkeepsie Brotherhood'
Eve and Beckett are so 'Bad-Ass'... They are awesome!! ...more

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Oct 16, 2012 Terri ♥ (aka Mrs. Christian Grey) rated it it was amazing

Shelves: reviewed, arcs

Quick review:

Cover: Nice
Rating: NC-17
Steaminess: Scorching
Thumbs Up: 5
Overall: Thank god for this author
Characters: Well Written
Plot: Just when you’ve given up, you find a reason to survive outside yourself
Page Turner: Absolutely
Series Cont.? Yes
Recommend: Yes
Book Boyfriend: Blake

SUMMARY (50 words or less)
Words can’t describe this author and her art. I thought Poughkeepsie was a stunning story. I couldn’t imagine she could have a repeat performance. I was so wrong. This book was perfect ...more

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Apr 01, 2014 Steph rated it liked it

Shelves: buddy-read, kindle-read, read-with-shanna

I was really disappointed with the lack of time we actually got to spend with Beckett and Eve, hardly any page time at all.

I loved all of the page-time we got with Blake and Livia. They are just such a wonderful couple. I liked that things between them were so honest and real. Sometimes being a mum just isn't that sexy and you have to make the best of certain situations... Livia and Blake do that perfectly.

The storyline with Mary Ellen got a little boring at times. I wasn't intrigued by her ...more

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Oct 23, 2012 Tessamari ♥Many Waters...♥ ~ Sweet Spot Book Blog marked it as to-read

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We love Debra Anastasia at Sweet Spot Book Blog. Stop in and enter our giveaway of her books: Poughkeepsie, Crushed Seraphim & Bittersweet Seraphim! PLUS There's also an exclusive Return to Poughkeepsie TEASER!!! http://www.sweetspotbookblog.com/2013... ...more

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