Southern Chance

by Natasha Madison

• ISBN13: 9798626442748
• Publish Date: 16 March 2020
• Publish Status: Active
• Imprint: Independently Published
• Format: Paperback (US Trade)
• Pages: 290
• Language: English

Reviews

[Romance Schmomance]

Reading has been been such a struggle lately because of everything that's been happening in the world. But I guess I was in the mood for something absolutely heart-wrenching and that was Southern Chance. A second chance romance in a new series by Natasha Madison. If you know me, I love a good second chance romance.

Wow, what an emotional ride that Natasha took us on with Kallie and Jacob's story. And I was here for it and my goodness, I couldn't stop crying.

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[Canadian Girl Book Blog]

Southern Chance is a small town, second chance, single dad romance which is told from the first-person point of view of the hero and heroine and can be read as a standalone or as the beginning of the new Southern Series.

A lie is like a rock being thrown into a pond, it has a ripple effect. Prom night was supposed to be the most magical night for Jacob and Kallie until a secret and a lie brought their worlds crumbling to the ground. Eight years later, Jacob has settled into a life of being the sheriff and co-parenting his son until a ghost from his past returns home when her best friend needs a place to hide. Jacob and Kallie had buried the love they had for each other until all the hurt, pain and love came rushing back with the memories that they built and shared. Secrets and lies hurt but love can be strong enough for a second chance if you can forgive.

Southern Chance is a second chance story of finding your way home and love. It is a rollercoaster ride of emotions where you will find yourself laughing one minute and in tears the next. Jacob and Kallie endured so much heartache and pain after having their happily ever after ripped from them by secrets and lies that their second chance at love was magical. Olivia had me laughing trying to be "country" instead of "city". This was a great beginning to a new series and I can not wait for the continuation of The Southern Series with Southern Comfort.

*ARC was generously provided in exchange for my honest review!*

[Nadz@Totally Addicted to Reading]

I had a wonderful time with this book. Southern Chance by Natasha Madison was a captivating, heart-warming and emotional romance that had the right blend of drama and angst to keep me entertained. From the moment I began reading, I knew I would have a difficult time putting it down. I read it in one sitting; it was that good.

Southern Chance is the first in a new series of standalones. Each story will be focused on a different couple, but the characters will interconnect throughout the series.

I found this story to be well written and the characters relatable. I believe though that the pain and heartache that Jacob and Kallie could have been avoided if trust and communication had taken precedence in their relationship eight years ago. Instead, when events spun out of control, instead of waiting to hear Jacob’s side of the story, Kallie fled to paths unknown to Jacob, leaving him devastated and broken hearted. Eight years later, they got a second chance to make amends. There were hurdles in the form of family secrets and guilt, but eventually they cleared them and claim their second chance at happiness.

The author gave readers hints of a secondary romance, which will be followed up in the second book. This involves Kallie’s brother and her best friend, Olivia. There is a mystery surrounding Olivia. She is running from danger and needed somewhere to hide. Kallie, who had not been home since leaving eight years ago, offered her sanctuary in her hometown. I am curious to know how this would play out. Book two can’t come soon enough.

Kallie exuded strength and intelligence. She was fun loving and proved to be a relatable character. Her emotional turmoil resonated with me.

Jacob’s life had never been the same after that fateful incident 8 years ago. His selfless nature led to him losing the most important person in his life. I am sure what to think of him sacrificing his happiness with the woman he loved to help a friend. A sacrifice, which had painful consequences for all involved.

Conclusion/Recommendation
Southern Chance was a small town emotional second chance romance that delivered all the feels. A great start to the series.