Tucker

I really enjoyed this book. I got sucked in immediately and enjoyed the different relationships between the various characters. I look forward to reading more by Emily March!

4.5 stars - The hero is fantastic in this read. The heroine got a crap deal with her fiancé. I think I would have junk-punched him. She did get annoying a time or two, because she was a hot head and didn’t always take accountability the way I would have liked. All in all, I enjoyed this McBride installment and would happily devour future books in the series.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Tucker is a fabulous contemporary romance by Emily March. Ms. March has once again provided readers with a well-written, smooth read. My favorite part of this book is the characters, kudos to Ms. March for such a wonderful cast. Gillian is stranded after a fight with her fiance and a mishap with her car. Tucker is no longer military and has to decide what he wants to do. Tucker and Gillian's story is fun and twisted, loaded with drama, humor, spice and secrets. I enjoyed reading this book and look forward to my next book by Emily March. Tucker is book 2 of The McBrides of Texas Series and book 17 of the Eternity Springs Series but can be read as a standalone. This is a complete book, not a cliff-hanger.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book that I received from NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I have to admit, I am a fan of Emily March's Eternity Springs books, so I knew what to expect (sort of) when I started reading this book. I like the fact that when you are reading an Emily March book, you are getting romance - actual romance and not steamy sex scenes with too many graphic details. I like the fact that she leaves a bit to the imagination, and this book is no exception.

"Tucker" is a follow-up to the first book in the series "Eternity Springs: The McBrides of Texas" which started out with Jackson's story. You do not need to have read any of the other Eternity Springs books to enjoy it, but if you do, you might enjoy it more as some of the characters show up in this one.

The main characters, Tucker and Gillian, are both very likeable; Tucker has recently separated from the military and is a little bit directionless. Gillian is a planner (mostly- she plans everything out, and even is working toward opening a wedding planning business to complement the bridal store she owns with her mother. Gillian is fresh off a fight with her fiance, Jeremy, when she meets Tucker after hitting a tree and walking for help; there are complications with her fiance that lead her to Tucker. What I like most is that he teaches her how to believe in herself again after she loses herself....

This story is a well-crafted romance with a lot of heart, and a little fun thrown in. I like books that allow me to escape for just a little while, and this book did not disappoint.

Tucker by Emily March. This book is in two series. It's the 17th book in the Eternity springs series and also The McBrides of Texas series book 2. I really enjoyed the connection between the characters and the storyline. I look forward to reading more series and more by Emily March.

If there’s any book world I would give up everything I own in to order to live there, March's Eternity Springs is that world. Truly, I didn’t think there could be anything better than Eternity Springs, but this spin-off series in the tiny Texas town of Redemption, just a short distance from the Enchanted Canyon, certainly holds its own. It has the handsome McBride cousins, so yes please, and Angelica, the Fallen Angel Inn's proprietor, is the cousin of Celeste Blessings, the heart and soul of Eternity Springs.

It all starts with Gillian Thacker getting into a fight with her fiancé, storming off in a huff, and ending up stranded on the side of the road on a hot summer day. Tucker McBride has just left the Army Rangers and hasn’t decided which direction to go, both literally and figuratively, but when he spots Gillian walking down the road, he can’t help but offer his assistance.

Tucker might like what he sees, and the more he gets to know Gillian, the deeper he falls, but there’s still that little matter of a fiancé in the picture, and Tucker definitely doesn’t poach. As you can imagine, Gillian is conflicted and, even after her breakup, she needs time to learn who she is without a regular plus one and to figure out what she wants in life.

This one has a little of everything, from bridezillas, mean girls and a smarmy anti-hero to survivalist training. And then there's Angelica. She may have the same ability to “see" things, like Celeste, and although her words of wisdom may be just as ambiguous as Celeste's when you're on the receiving end, her delivery is much more outspoken and blunt.

Tucker and Gillian are masters of the slow burn, and I do mean sloooow. The way the writer portrays the relationship had me on the edge of my seat and devouring every word. She breathes life into complex, endearing characters who have a lot of baggage, broken hearts, and damaged souls, who are both in need of healing. “Where troubled souls find peace” is in the Enchanted Canyon -- in its beautiful, majestic backdrop, the quietness of nature and the magic it works on those who need it.

Do yourself a favor. Read Tucker and Gillian’s story and see if the canyon can work its healing magic on your soul, too. While we can’t physically go to Eternity Springs or the Enchanted Canyon, they can come to us through this writer's profound, poignant, stirring words. Once you’ve visited either place, it will live on forever in your heart, and you’ll be eagerly anticipating your next visit.

This was a wonderful heartwarming story. It was so good to return to Redemption, Texas! When I began the book, this “coming home” feeling came over me. I had forgotten how much I love the characters in this series. Emily March creates a world in her books that invites the reader to join her in a lovely journey.
This is the story of Gillian, co-owner of a Bridal Salon, soon to be a bride herself, full of doubts (about going through with her wedding) and trying to brush them off, and Tucker, newly retired U S Army Ranger, ready to begin the next part of his life, if only he could decide what that should be.
These two, both on the cusp of the next phase of their lives, find each other at exactly the right time. A situation occurs that knocks Gillian to her core and has her doubting anything she feels. Tucker is there for support and friendship and hopes that friendship grows to something a bit more. He was trained to have a goal, be patient and achieve it. That trait comes in very handy in this situation.
The story is full of fun but also has a serious side, which contains some real life advice for anyone open to hear it.
I enjoyed this book and recommend it. I want to thank NetGalley.com and Emily March for allowing me to read the Advanced Reader Copy. My review is completely my own opinion, not influence by receiving the ARC.

I'm addicted to this series. After reading the opening of this book that included a Texas soldier riding a Harley, I was all in. It's a good read. Tucker is a dreamboat whom set his sites on Gillian from the first time he saw her. Except she's engaged to a spineless weakling. I surmised a major subplot quickly and was right. Later, Tucker makes his move. I did get impatient with Gillian over her moping. The best part of the book is the first trip to Vegas. It's a sizzling read.

This book was the perfect distraction from the stress and (my) anxiety of the Holidays. Funny, romantic and frustrating. The couple in this book: Tucker and Gillian are perfect for each other. Tucker has more patience than any human in existence. Even when I thought he was going to lose it he did not. Gillian was a mess but found her strength with the help of Tucker - which I thought was wonderful.

The author really wrote the perfect man in Tucker. Honest, respectful, patient and good with kids... at some points I did have to roll my eyes at his perfection but I went with it anyway. Gillian was a strong independent woman who knew what she wanted from life, until she didn’t, and then she second guessed her entire life after that. This book didn’t end how I expected it to so that was a pleasant surprise. I look forward to book three and I’ve already went looking for the first book in the series.

Eternity Springs: The McBrides of Texas by Emily March is a delightful and uplifting romantic read focussing on Tucker and Gillian, both individuals that have had trials in their life up until this point. However, their fates are destined and after meeting each other, their lives turn a different path.
It is always nice to read a positive book where there are like able characters that are relatable and have the chance to overcome their troubles in their life to find happiness. The best part os that not only do they find happiness and acceptance with each other, but also with themselves.

5/5 stars

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Eternity Springs & the McBrides = a winning combination. As an avid reader of The Eternity Springs collection, I knew I was in for a treat with this story. Tucker is retiring from military service but isn’t sure what his future holds. As he’s traveling down a deserted road on his motorcycle, he swears he’s seeing a mirage - a beautiful sexy woman in a red dress with no car anywhere in sight. After their encounter, he decides to head to his cousin’s & can’t believe his mystery woman is living in the same town.

Gillian just had a horrible fight with her fiancé & not only walked out on him, she raced away. She was so upset, she got lost & ran out of gas. When a motorcycle rolled to a stop beside her, she didn’t know whether to run or just faint. She was instantly attracted but didn’t trust herself. She was already regretting the argument & walking out. After they parted, she didn’t expect to ever see Tucker again. She couldn’t believe he was in the same town.

I really loved this story! Tucker needed to get over his PTSD & issues from his military service while Gillian had to learn to trust her own judgement again. There were tender, sweet moments, hilarious bits & everything in between. I enjoy the character development within the entire cast. The atmosphere of family, love & support comes through in every encounter. Celeste always appears at the right moment! I really can’t wait for the next story!