I did not know how Nate, as charming and attractive as he is, was going to win over a gal like Ellie who was a proud homosexual. It was just intriguing and suspenseful to see how it all worked out. I liked their relationship. All in all…A witty, steamy, and enjoyable installment to the Kill Devil Hills series! View all 3 comments. Had to look beyond the insta-love between the MC's as well as the believability of the storyline and tried to just go with the flow.
When I did, there was a lot of "awwww" and "how cute"'s going around my head. It also helped that the author's writing style added to the enjoyment of the whole story. The ending kinda wrapped up a little too quickly for my liking and there was no epilogue which normally kills me for a standalone book but knowing book 4 smiley face stars Really liked this story. The ending kinda wrapped up a little too quickly for my liking and there was no epilogue which normally kills me for a standalone book but knowing book 3 is coming, makes everything ok cos I know I'll get my glimpse of their HFN throughout that book.
This is a standalone novel but I would recommend reading the series in order to get a better understanding and background of each character. Dual POV in first person. View all 10 comments. Jan 04, isa rated it did not like it Shelves: Aug 29, Superfly Gibson rated it it was amazing Shelves: This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. Ellie's in the middle of dealing with family drama when she meets movie-star Nate West on an airplane. Ellie is a lesbian and she doesn't like men.
But she connects with Nathanial immediately. She decides she wants to explore whatever it is that's between them and the new feelings she's feeling. Nathanial has recently broken up with his co-star girlfriend and isn't looking for anything more than physical. What I loved about this novel, in comparison to other movie-star romances, wa Ellie's in the middle of dealing with family drama when she meets movie-star Nate West on an airplane.
What I loved about this novel, in comparison to other movie-star romances, was the lack of the annoying manager, the annoying media and rumors that tear the couple apart, and the annoying fans that chase people through streets.
Ellie was great--just as funny, light-hearted, and genuine as she was in book 1. Nathanial was sexy and very alpha. Noah even got a chapter in the middle of the novel. And I loved Rhett! Can't wait to read his novel! The preview at the end of his book left me wanting so much more! You don't need to read book 1 first Take a chance on it View all 6 comments. Oct 15, Michelle rated it it was amazing Shelves: I love a book that leaves you with a smile on your face but at the same time begging for the next book STAT!
And Changing Tides by Sarah Darlington is a perfect example of a romance book done right with a surprise twist of events. In Changing Tides, we are introduced to Ellie Turner, the lesbian sister. Ellie always knew she was a lesbian but that all changes when she meets a man who sparked something inside her.
A man who had Ellie questioning her sexuality and brought up a wide range of emotions of jealousy and love. Who would of thought Ellie would be attracted to one of the most hottest rugged handsome actor of Hollywood? And of course, Nathanial West is mutually attracted to Ellie. Love needs no definition and when two people are meant to be together so be it and Ellie and Nathanial truly shows that their love and relationship doesn't need to be explained.
It is just two people who found love, friendship and romance with each other. I adore this book because of how simple and beautiful Nathanial and Ellie's relationship is. There is no doubts that these two had the magical spark and connection. I love that Nathanial never questioned or judged Ellie but allowed her to see that this mutual attraction is something that they should both explore together. And he was the perfect example of a sweetheart.
I really don't want to spoil anything for the readers but this book was organic.
The romance will make you swoon and at the same time, shocking turn of events will have you begging Sarah for the next installment. This was another great installment to a beautiful and heartfelt series. Jan 07, Rusalky rated it did not like it. When you can't come up with an interesting plot, just use homophobia for added interest! Weak plot, boring writing, a straight woman fetishizing lesbians. Sep 17, Dirty Dayna rated it it was amazing Shelves: Love does not see race, gender, disability or age.
Love just loves Ellie is taking a plane to see her brother that "died" in book 1 and her entire family still believes he is dead so she is very stressed out. She has to use the restroom but the only one available is in first class next to Nate fucking West. When she says she has to use the restro 5 changing tides and changing sides stars I have devoured everything Sarah has ever written and I stalk her on facebook for any gems not published!
When she says she has to use the restroom you can feel the sparks start from the very beginning. Come or don't come--whatever you want. But I guarantee if you follow me into that bathroom youre going to come. As Ellie internally battled herself shes a lesbian she told Nate Sometimes in life--very rarely, I might add--you meet someone and you know instantly they are going to mean something special to you And leaves Nate to puzzle over her statement.
Two people who live on opposites sides of the globe -- is love enough to make everything worth it in the end? I cant wait for book 3 to find out She doesn't know that a chance meeting Nate West will change her entire world Here is a picture of me waiting for book While most of them view it as a short vacation, Ellie has a specific reason for going there and oh my goodness did that reason ever take me by surprise.
They share an almost-hook-up on the plane which le 3. They share an almost-hook-up on the plane which leaves Ellie, a lesbian, plenty confused since she has never once questioned her sexuality. She reconnects with Nate during her stay and finds herself not only incredibly attracted to him, but also feeling like he could mean more to her than just 'experimentation.
She is a straight forward no-nonsense kind of woman who almost always speaks her mind - which is refreshing. Nathaniel Nate was sweet and considerate and went above and beyond to prove his feelings for Ellie. However, it was impossible to ignore the insta-love happening here. At one point Nate is considering his interaction with Ellie and "the deepest intimacy I'd ever experienced. I can understand instant attraction, or even insta-lust, but it strains believability when a character is claiming deep intimacy after 24 hours.
Also the fact that Ellie did not share with her parents the reason behind her trip it impacted the entire family for a month or more That made no sense to me at all. Kill Devil Hills, which focused on Noah and Georgie, had true depth and emotion and felt completely and utterly realistic. Changing Tides, while overall enjoyable, was just lacking that depth and realism. I'm looking forward to continuing the series with Rhett's story in the third book. I truly hope a certain character does NOT get his own story. I am so disgusted by his selfishness that I have no desire to read about any justification for his actions.
View all 8 comments. There is a lot of back story in this book that you would not understand if you jump into this one first. She is the big hearted, take no shit from anyone, tomboy lesbian who would do anything for her friends and family. Changing Tides picks up a little after KDH ends. Ellie has convinced her friends to go on a trip to L. On the flight there Ellie uses the first class restroom and meets the notorious sexy Nate West, who happens to be the star actor in her favorite T.
Ellie is unlike anyone Nathanial has ever met before and that just makes him all the more fascinated with her. More confused than she has ever been, she runs needing time to clear her head. She gave me hope where it had previously been lost. I loved this book! It was the perfect companion novel to Kill Devil Hills.
I adored Nathanial and his unwavering patience with Ellie while she tried to work through things. He was her biggest supporter and was always there for her with whatever she needed. This is the perfect book for when you need a sweet romantic read, with low angst, and a swoon worthy male. Jun 08, Jen rated it did not like it. I need to get more serious about my writing so I can write stories with actual lesbian characters who actually fall in love and have fulfilling relationships with women.
So sick of this "lesbian" turns straight trope.
Jun 10, Rht rated it did not like it. Not even worth of one star. Jan 15, Olivia Armfeldt rated it did not like it. Aug 21, Shannon rated it it was amazing. I posted this under the Kindle edition, but figured it should go here as well! Oh lord, where to begin??? Ellie's a tattooed, tell it like it is, happy with life, lesbian I imagine there will be some that might take exception to I posted this under the Kindle edition, but figured it should go here as well!
I imagine there will be some that might take exception to or question this story line, but I freaking LOVED this book, love, love, loved it! I think Sarah Darlington did an incredible job with how she portrayed Ellie and how she had Ellie deal with the questioning of her sexuality. This book has everything I could want- a fun and feisty heroine, a swoon-worthy hero, an awesome cast of side characters, an interesting story line The chemistry, the attraction, the romance Right when Nathaniel first sets eyes on Ellie he is intrigued and wants to get to know her. Even after finding out she's a lesbian, he's willing to let her "experiment" with him, because "Lesbian or not, I suddenly had a serious hard-on for her as well.
The pot of gold at the end of a rainbow? Ellie and Nathaniel were so much fun to read about, seeing their relationship change and grow, swooning over Nathaniel right along with Ellie, "Never in my life had I felt so alive, so exhilarated, so gooey and warm inside, and so helpless to another person's touch. And the title couldn't be more perfect- keeping the feel of Kill Devil Hills, while incorporating everything Ellie goes through in the book, well done Sarah! Getting to see Noah and Georgina again made me so happy- I love the way Noah cares so much for Georgie.
And in the months since we'd started dating she'd quickly become my reason for living. I'm so excited for Pulled Under , seeing what's in store next for this group that I have come to love. Mar 14, J rated it it was amazing. With each book she writes, this series just keeps getting better and better. This book blew it out of the water for me!!! From the very first chapter, you will be pulled into the story and into the lives of these amazing characters… and as I did, you will LOVE every page-turning minute of it!!!!
The story and characters in this series are beautifully written with the perfect amount of background and depth given to both the side and main characters… you really get to know and love all of them! Ellie is a straight-shooting, tell-it-like-it-is girl… and despite struggling with her sexuality… she was a very strong female lead character, which I absolutely loved!!! And Nate is so hot and sexy, and alpha-male that you will love every minute shared between him and Ellie… from their fun, flirty banter, to the obvious magnetism and steamy scenes between them… you will enjoy it all!
Aaarrrggghh… okay, so a sneak preview is almost as bad as a cliffy, lol. Very clever title Ms. Loved it and looking forward to the next one!!!! Aug 12, Vieira rated it it was amazing Shelves: I loved this book sooo hard! First off I loved Ellie's character in the first book of the series so I was super excited to see how her story was going to go. Now Ellie is a lesbian. Well well well first off Ellie has never met someone like Nate West a sexy beast of a man. He also is an actor in her favorite tv series. He stirs something in her. She's not "butch" per say but she's usually the alph I loved this book sooo hard!
She's not "butch" per say but she's usually the alpha. She can't help but be drawn to this uber alpha male. They meet on an airplane and almost end up doing the deed in the bathroom!! They go their separate ways but Ellie is still on Nates mind. And cupid comes to the rescue and he sees her again.
I loved how they were just so comfortable with each other. Ellie is still attracted to girls and she still doesn't care for men but Nate is different. They are a soul match. It doesn't matter if it's with a woman or a man Loving someone is that easy.
I really am looking forward to the next book. I don't want to give anything away if someone hasn't read the first or this one but I know I will be reading it!!!! This book really was a fast-paced read and with pages Kindle not really thick. Changing Tides provides in-home behavioral assessments to address challenging behaviors and develop alternative coping skills. Changing Tides works with children and adults in their homes and implements comprehensive behavior support plans.
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