Once Touched: A Silver Creek Novel (Silver Creek Novel, #3)

by Laura Moore

For fans of Linda Lael Miller and Diana Palmer comes Laura Moore’s breathtaking final installment in her Silver Creek contemporary romance series.
 
The youngest of the three Knowles siblings, Quinn has in her blood the love of the land and its beautiful creatures. Raising enough money to build an animal sanctuary is a dream Quinn lives every day—while fending off her family’s well-intentioned matchmaking schemes. Though harboring secret fears about intimacy, Quinn soon realizes she cannot fight her growing attraction to a man who has suddenly entered her life.
 
Scarred by his months in Afghanistan and the violence he witnessed there through his camera lens, photojournalist Ethan Saunders throws himself into hard ranching work as a prescription for healing. But falling for Quinn has given him the one thing he thought he’d lost forever: hope. Ethan discovers that Quinn, like the innocent animals she rescues, is shy, and afraid of entrusting her heart to a man. Passion soon awakens Ethan’s strength, and his tender seduction may be just what Quinn needs to believe in herself—and in his love.

Praise for Once Touched and Laura Moore
 
“Moore is a very talented and gifted writer who just made the characters, the setting, and the animals come to life. The story was touching, romantic, sexy, heartbreaking, heartwarming, and just an overall good read.”—Always YA at Heart
 
“An emotional story of love, trust, and healing on many levels . . . I highly recommend this wonderful novel of family, hope, healing, and love.”—The Romance Dish
 
“Ethan and Quinn together are so good. . . . The tender moments, the passion, and the sweetness combine to make this a very heartwarming romance.”—The Sassy Bookster
 
“Once Touched is comprised of unique, realistic, and likable people. . . . This great read deserves a Perfect 10.”—Romance Reviews Today
 
“Moore is a fantastic storyteller, ensnaring your interest from the first page.”—Fresh Fiction

• ISBN10: 0345537025
• ISBN13: 9780345537027
• Publish Date: 24 November 2015
• Publish Status: Active
• Publish Country: US
• Publisher: Random House USA Inc
• Imprint: Ballantine Books Inc.
• Format: Paperback (US Mass Market)
• Pages: 352
• Language: English
• URL: https://penguinrandomhouse.com/books/isbn/9780345537027

Reviews

[Lorelei's Lit Lair]

This story is about healing, for many.
Quinn is the youngest of the Knowles siblings. At 24, she cares for rescues, all kinds of creatures, even people. Especially Ethan, a photojournalist, who's taking some time to heal at the family ranch after a tragic event in Afghanistan, that left him wounded, physically and emotionally.
Now that Quinn's two older brothers have found their soulmates, she's happy to stay away from her mother's matchmaking attempts, since Quinn believes she's inadequate in the love department. Well, at least that's how her previous suitors have made her feel.
After a rocky beginning, Ethan and Quinn find ways to help each other and a beautiful love grows between them. But, as one tries to help the other, a conflict arises, which puts their relationship at risk.
I haven't been to a ranch, yet I feel I've been there, I even feel I know the characters with how well Laura Moore delivers her stories. There's charm, community, family banter and love. Also, some very passionate and romantic scenes.
I enjoyed this series so much! It's very well written and Laura Moore has an excellent voice. While this book stands alone, I highly recommend you read the first two books to enjoy the complete Knowles family picture. 5 stars.
I received an ARC for my honest opinion, and I gladly recommend this author to anyone who enjoys books as described in my review.