You can not go wrong with a Jules Bennett book. I have been a avid fan for several years and she never disappoints. You will not be disappointed in this series. This is the second book in the Return to Haven series and though you do not have to read Stay with Me to enjoy this one. It doesn't hurt.

This is Melanie and Tanners story. You will love the deputy Tanner. There is nothing better than watching a Alpha Playboy finally fall in love.. Melanie is such a strong character and I loved how that she never wanted to waive again after her divorce. This is a instant lust turned slow and perfect love.

You can't go wrong with this one.

Can't wait for the third one in this series..

This is the first book I read by this author, and it certainly will not be the last one.
I thoroughly enjoyed the story.
The plot was engaging and centered around Melanie Ramsey and Tanner Roark. Melanie moved to Haven not only to help her friends but also to start anew , after she divorced her abusive husband.
Tanner is a police officer who is all about protecting the innocent . When they meet, the attraction is instant though at first it was masked as a total dislike. When they give in to a moment of passion, little did they know that their lives would change forever. Both have had losses and been hurt deeply and are still recovering. But Tanner is determined to do what he can to create a family while Melanie does not want to depend on anyone.
Yes, it’s a story about heartbreaks,and lost dreams, but it is more than that. It’s a story about true friendships, family, overcoming obstacles, trust not only in others but also in oneself, and of finding someone who loves you for whom you are . Kudos also to the author for bringing up the subject of domestic abuse, which sadly, is very real.
My only regret is that I have not read book one in the series. That said , I can’t wait to see what else the author has in store for us in book 3.
I was entrusted this copy by Netgalley. The opinions expressed are solely my own.

I found Be with Me easy to read and entertaining.
Melanie comes from an abusive marriage. Tanner has suffered loss and hasn't quite recovered from it.
At first, I was intrigued by the story and how the characters would overcome their issues and fears. As the story unfolded, I discovered that I didn't agree with the way the characters acted.
As for the writing, I found it rather repetitive at times, and I didn't like that "damn if", "endured hell", "hell of" (among others) were used so much.

I received a free ARC from Netgalley for my honest review.

I loved the first book in the series so I was really excited to read this. I really enjoy Jules Bennett's writing style.

This is the story of Melanie Ramsey and Tanner Roark. She moved to Haven to help out her closest friends. She started a motivational blog after her divorce to help other women. Melanie does not want to give up her independence again for a man.

What is important to Tanner is helping the weak and seeking justice after a horrible loss. He is happy with his life the way it is. Then he meets Melanie. Both their lives change.

This was a great story I really enjoyed it. You should really check out this book and series. It made me laugh at parts and cry at others. Please check it out.

Revenge is sweet, and sometimes for a good cause.

Tanner's the girl in this conversation.

Ugh, her ex was such a twat.

Ooh, a secret life. Nice.

Piper is adorable.

What the heck? What is so controlling about pastry?

His job keeps getting in the way, poor guy.

No one invited Jade over for Thanksgiving?

I like that she didn't freak out that he didn't tell her about his fiancee right away.

That was so obvious, people.

Man, how is holding hostages going to help your family?

Aargh! All she had to do was not get in the car!

Is that true about the state attorney general? Because that would be awesome.

I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley for my honest review.
This is the second book in the Return to Haven series that centers on Melanie and Tanner. Melanie was in an abusive marriage with a wealthy and powerful man. She walked away from the marriage two years ago and is now a successful blogger. Tanner is a local Haven police officer, who also helps abused women escape their abusers. Melanie and Tanner don’t want to start a relationship, but end up hooking up one night. Of course, this one night stand ends up in a pregnancy. Working together to make a good life for their future child forces Melanie and Tanner face their past traumas and eventually realize that they love each other. What I liked about this book, the accidental pregnancy trope, Tanner as the sensitive Alpha and the pace of the relationship. I had problems with two areas, Melanie’s evil ex and Melanie’s wimpy reaction to so many things. I felt that the ex was a very two dimensional villain. Melanie was supposed to be this strong survivor of abuse and a very smart person, but she did some really dumb things. I just wish she had been stronger and solved her own issues.

It has been such a pleasure to revisit past characters from previous stories set in Haven, GA, along with the captivating characters who are part of this second story in the series. The author has created such versatile characters who are able to seamlessly crossover between stories and still remain fresh and current, with personalities which are easy to form an emotional attachment to...and with an invested interest in the journey they take to get to their HEA.

With the smart dialog and witty banter...especially between Tanner, Jax, and Cash...it quite easy to loose yourself in the story and its underlying message of family and the bonds formed, not only through blood, but also through the choice of friendship. Ms Bennett is definitely an author who I watch out for her latest stories.

This ARC book was complimentary, provided by the Publisher and NetGalley. I am voluntarily providing my honest review.

A sweet story in the next Haven story. A one night stand with Tanner leaves Melanie pregnant. She is rebuilding her life after surviving and leaving an abusive marriage. Tanner is stunned by the news and is fearful because he lost his fiancée and child years earlier.

Tanner is a stand up guy and his take on the changes in his life are admirable. Melanie has trust issues and I wished she had opened up to Tanner faster. Loved catching up with characters from previous books, but it can standalone as well.

Overall, a great book.

Many thanks to the publisher for a review copy via NetGalley.

I love this series and was eagerly awaiting Tanner and Melanie's story. I like how close everyone is. The friends and the people of the town. I can't wait to see what happens next and what the baby will be. I can only hope that will be revealed in Cash and Jade's story.

BE WITH ME by Jules Bennett is a cute short story about friends who fall in love. Melanie from an abusive relationship, now divorced. Tanner a Police officer, with a tragic past relationship who doesn't want to be involved. Melanie becomes pregnant and the relationship takes off from there.

Received an ARC courtesy of NETGALLEY from the publisher….

This book takes us back to Haven Georgia where two friends have moved back to a town they once lived and a third friend, Melanie, who’s is heroine of this story comes along for moral support, along with Jade, for their friend Livie after her father passes away, leaving Livie his house and a share in a small airport.

This story line in this second book in the series and revolves around Melanie and her one night stand with Tanner, who is with the local law enforcement, who just happens to be cousins with Livie’s fiancé Jax and their other cousin Cash, and on her way into town he has stopped her for speeding. That did not make for a good impression for either of them, but one night at the local bar, Melanie lets loose and her attraction for Tanner and him for her leads them to a passionate night and the consequences of that night leads to an unplanned pregnancy. Because they both have been in relationships that have left them with some scares inside and out, a relationship is not in the books. But Tanner is persistent that Mel will be living with him, but he knows he has to go slow with Mel and ease her into a lifetime of love and commitment with him and the new life that they created. With the help of their mutual friends and preciouses little girl, can these two expectant parents find their way to a HEA that they both deserve….

I enjoyed this second book in the series very much. I loved that Jules Bennett gives her characters real life issues and friends and family are always there to support them. Tanner and Mel grabbed my heart and never let it go from the first page and I was rooting for them to find their love for each other and it would conquer all the obstacles of their bath to find their love and happiness forever. As always Jules Bennett never disappoints me when I open one of her books and start reading.. I can’t wait for the next two friends and lovers to have their story.

Well done Jules Bennett well done……





Reading Progress

This book was a little depressing. Melanie had went thru hell when she was married to a politician, and she was able to get out of that relationship and start over but with emotional scars. Here we are 2 years later and he is still contacting her and he wants her back to further his career. On a night out with friends she succumbs to the chemistry she had with Tanner and gives in having a hot one night and now she is pregnant. Tanner only has one nighters but there is something about Melanie that keeps him intrigued and interested. They both claim they do not want relationships due to their heartbraking pasts but now that they have the baby they are going to try to be friends for her, he still not sure if he wants more he is afraid of giving his heart. Tanner is a really good man, and sweet and so loving. As they get to know each other they fall in love and then the ex causes more trouble, now what? I am assuming that this is the second book, with some of the things that I have read and I think we are also getting Jade and Cash;s book which I do hope we do. All in all it did keep me intrigued.

"Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for the advance copy of this book, in exchange for an honest review."

Loved this book very much. It had just enough sweet romance and the storyline was great! I highly recommend!

Another MUST-READ book by the wonderful Jules Bennett! A slight twist on a HEA, Be With Me is the second book in the wonderful small-town romance series Return to Haven. It follows book 1, Stay With Me, and incorporates Jules' Monroe series into it as well (which was another fabulous series and one I would HIGHLY recommend!).

Melanie Ramsey is pregnant from a hot, lusty one night stand. She is still adjusting to her new life after a marriage from hell with Neville, an abusive politician, and trying to figure out what she wants from life, while writing her successful blog. This revelation has put a huge kink in her plans...especially considering the father is none other than Officer Tanner Roark, a somewhat secretive man with some heavy clouds from his past, and someone who ticketed Melanie when she first arrived in town, which still doesn't sit well with her.

I loved the blog quotes at the beginning of every chapter! One of my very favorites is "I love when the coffee kicks in and I realize what an adorable badass I'm going to be today." LOL. The quotes were a great way to head the chapters and get a feel for Mel.

This love story has all the feels! It made me smile, it made me laugh, and it broke my heart and made me cry! It is written in 2 person POV and it is so well done! There is some hot sex, love, and heartbreak, and the author dives into abusive relationships, drug abuse, and loss. The supporting characters in this series (Cash, Jade, Livie, Jax, and Piper, are such a fun group and I am loving this series so hard and cannot wait for book 3 to come out!!!