One Hundred Promises

Favorite Quotes:<br /><br />Making sense of her life was like trying to eat steak with a straw. How had it gone from gold to lead in such a short time?<br /><br />Men were like Bluetooth. They connected to you when you were nearby, but searched for other devices when you were away.<br /><br />In soiled jeans and a flannel shirt, he was straight off a mountain man poster—a cross between a geriatric Brawny model and grizzly bear.<br /><br />He looked between the sisters. They were as different as the sun and the moon. Sage had curly red hair, green eyes, and was the size of a leprechaun, while her sister resembled Malibu Barbie.<br /><br />I’ve never had sex in a jail cell. If we get caught, I’ll rock your world.<br /><br />My Review:<br /><br />I giggle-snorted and smirked my way through this delightfully amusing and entertaining tale. Ms. Collin’s prodigious wit and humorous observations were in top form and sparkled throughout. Clever wordplay, snappy banter, and convivial teasing were deftly woven into engaging and well-crafted storylines that cleverly knitted in threads from the previous books without causing confusion and still allowed this installment to standalone. I adored Lydia and Wes; they brought out the best in each other and may well be my favorites of all of Aspen Cove, although they do have stiff competition as the community appears to be populated with the quirkiest of residents. <br />

<img src="https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/hostedimages/1530201064i/25877666.png" alt="" width="200" height="57" class="gr-hostedUserImg" loading="lazy"><br><br><img src="https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/hostedimages/1530109792i/25866025.png" alt="" width="200" height="57" class="gr-hostedUserImg" loading="lazy"><br>3.5 stars<br><br>I love small town romances so I was excited to read a new to me author even though this was book four in the series and Kelly Collins has created an idyllic town in Aspen Cove, Colorado full of colorful characters. Filling in for the town’s doctor his accident, Dr. Lydia Nichols has one thing on her mind to find a job in a big city emergency room and get out of the small town her sister loves so much, but little does she know when Wes Covington literally faints at her feet her life will be forever changed. Off the charts sexual chemistry gives way to a slow burn love story with a few life lessons along the way in this satisfying romance.<br><br>I love a strong heroine and on the outside Lydia seems to fit that description and in her own way she is strong, but inside she is also still a scared 16 year old who lost her parents and was thrust into helping guide her younger sister and making her parent’s proud with her achievements. I wanted so very much to like this character but she just rubbed me wrong and for a lot of this book I felt the hero could do better. She was a bit selfish and didn’t seem to give as much as she took from their relationship which bugged me a great deal. While we did see some change in her over the course of this book, it took me a long time to enjoy her character. On the other hand, I loved Wes from the minute he passed out until he made the ultimate sacrifice to make sure Lydia was happy even if that wasn’t what was best for him. He had a giving spirit, kind to a fault, and is the type of good guy hero I always fall for in books.<br><br>I enjoyed their banter that at times was a bit confrontational until they knew one another better and it became more like foreplay. I can’t deny their attraction to one another or the heat that seemed to rise off the page anytime they were in the same room. I loved the town’s people who were a bit intrusive, but well meaning, and added quite a bit of life to the story.<br><br>Overall, I enjoyed One Hundred Promises quite a bit and had I liked the heroine better it would have been a perfect romance; sweet, sexy, and with just enough drama to make things interesting.

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<b>Quick Info</b><br />Standalone/Cliffhanger?: Standalone<br />Part of a Series?: Yes<br />----------------------------------<br /><b>Meeting the Characters</b><br />Wes<br />Lydia<br />----------------------------------<br /><b>What happens?</b><br />Lydia is Sage's older sister, looking after the clinic while Doc is sick she is there temporarily, trying to find a job and rebuild her career and life after her ex helped to tear it down. Due to her deathly allergy to bees she can't stay in the flat rented for her and moves in with Wes.<br />Wes and her get off on the wrong foot but both use each others past to help each other get better as adults and fall in love.<br /><b>Final thoughts</b><br />This was a feel good book but I did struggle to finish it, it wasn't grabbing my attention and I didn't love reading it. <br />This however did have good characters and its a good read.<br /><b>Would I read again?:</b> Yes<br /><b>Would I read this author again?:</b> Yes

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Booksprout and I am voluntarily reviewing it.<br /><br />OMGosh! This was so flipping hilarious. I laughed so hard throughout this book. At times, I had to put the book aside as I couldn't stop laughing (okay laughing so hard, I was snorting!) The story is written in a dual POV which makes reading so much more enjoyable for me. Getting to know these two characters and reading their story made the book just fly by. I LOVED it. I will definitely be re-reading this one again and again. We all need laughter in our lives and this one delivers.<br /><br />My heart just swooned for Wes (and lets not forget his dog Sarge!) He knew to just want to do to make Lydia and me fall in love with him. Lydia was just a great. She was strong and compassionate and totally lovable. Yep, get your Depends out and get ready to have a great time reading this one!

Such a heartfelt romance again in the welcoming surroundings of Aspen Cove.<br />I was worried about Lydia when she previously made short appearances in Aspen Cove. It was already obvious then she wasn't all right with how her life stood. This is her and Wes's story.<br /><br />This time I learned what happened with Lydia since her parents died and she took up the task to be the pillar of her remaining very small family consisted of her sister Sage and their grandmother. <br />That meant she had to grow up overnight and she couldn't really found the time to really process the great loss she suffered ever since. She compertmentalized her grief without even knowing that's what she did, but this was her way to go on. She tired herself beyond bearable measures while her studies and residency lasted. But as it turned out an unfortunate relationship and more unfortunate and rather public break-up with your boss isn't really a sure way to get a permanent job offer.<br /><br />Lydia is out of options so she takes an offer to be a temporary doctor in Aspen Cove. She has a bit of experience already with the place and the people from previous visits as her sister Sage moved there a while ago. She is determined to find a permanent job in a big city environment.<br />She meets Wes when he visits the small clinic in need of a few stiches. <br /><br />Wes is a great guy. I can only think of one word to describe his character: generous. His generosity shows every time he does his job either as a constructor or an architect. It also shows in his private life, in his relationship with his ex or in his friendships. He is also a guy who knows how it feels when you aren't where you really want to be, if you feel you settled for less than your lifelong dream.<br />Lydia and Wes have great chemistry from the start. They also have a lot of confusions of what to think of it at all. About what they want their lives should be. Despite all questions and concerns they fall head over heels in love. <br /><br />I liked how Lydia found her lost joy of life while in Aspen Cove, how her spunk and wicked strike returned. I loved how she fit right in with her helpfulness and sensitivity. She was a strong female lead character.<br /><br />Out of the two of them Lydia is the one who needs to find the answers to her life's important questions. Wes is so supportive and he guides her through this learning curve with his loyality and integrity. That is what I liked in Wes's character the best.<br />All the while they are in picturesque Aspen Cove where they always take care of their own. The community once again shows how powerful the feeling of belonging can be. <br /><br />I loved this story. The writing was very good - but I think it's a given with Kelly Collins.<br />Another great addition to the Aspen Cove series I wholeheartedly recommend to read.

This is the fourth book in the Aspen Cove series. While it's a standalone, the series is super fun so you should find the rest of the series to read! The whole series gives you a reason to fall in love with small towns with all the quirk that goes with it. <br /><br />One Hundred Promises takes us through the adventure of Doctor Lydia Nichols as she deals with both a breakup and job loss. She joins her sister Sage, who we met in One Hundred Reasons, book one, in Aspen Cove as a temporary doctor. She's got to learn what makes her happy and how to be herself and what her new path in life will be. <br /><br />One of Dr. Nichols's first patients is Wes Covington. He's an architect who had the fancy city life and all the glitz and glam that went with it, when he realized his happiness wasn't there, but in the small town of Aspen Cove. Lydia and Wes butt heads from the very beginning, but simultaneously hit it off. I loved Wes's unending opptomism and small town charm and easy nature. Lydia is like many of us, not quite sure of their place in life, busy taking care of those around them, but too busy or unsure of how to take charge of their own life and happiness. The town and it's citizens are a character in their own right, providing lots of laughs. <br /><br />I loved Wes and Lydia's first interactions, both at the doctor office and bar. Big words do it for me. :) And Wes's dog agrees with Wes that Lydia is the person for them. So while this book make not totally set your sheets on fire, the romance and heart going into their relationship make it a touching read.<br /><br />I think this was a solid, well written book by Kelli Collins. I wasn't super sucked into the book, but it kept me interested and built very well on the one other book in the series I have had the pleasure of reading and reviewing. I loved all the small town bits-coming from a town of five thousand there are lots of reasons to love and hate them. I definitely liked the characters in this book better than the first one. <br /><br />It is a great story about finding the person who makes you better, and gives you hope that each day will be better when you're at your best and have love. This is a great read about fighting to find your love and yourself and I hope you all enjoy it too! I need to take the time to find books two and three to read them-I really want to know about the bakery owner!<br /><br />“Men were like Bluetooth. They connected to you when you were nearby, but searched for other devices when you were away.”<br /><br />“The biggest battle to fight and hardest to win was a battle for love.”<br /><br />Star Ratings:<br />Plot = 4/5 Characters = 4/5 Heat = 4/5 Writing Style = 4/5 Overall Rating = 4/5<br /><br />**Reviewed for Seraphim Book Reviews**

4.5 - A delightfully comforting and romantic story set in a charming small town <br /><br />This book was so swoony and adorable and my newest favorite romance series! Just so utterly in love with Aspen Cove and it's charmingly lovable characters that I cannot wait to binge the other novels.<br /><br />I don't read small town romances that often, but when I do, I always have the warm fuzzies and feel so wonderfully happy. One Hundered Promises by Kelly Collins was no exception. This book was filled with heart tugging moments, steamy scenes, and humorous situations that had me flipping through the pages. I was positively enamored until the end and totally swooned like crazy.<br /><br />This book also reminded me so much of Hart of Dixie, one of my favorite T.V. shows. If you've seen that show and loved it, then you have to read this book, and if not, and you enjoyed this book, go watch that show. They have some similarities, but still different enough that you'll find something new to love about them. Anyway, I remember being incredibly fascinated by that show and the delightful homey feeling of living in a small town. I was definitely addicted -- I've seen the entire series twice, and rewatch my favorite episodes from time to time. And that's exactly how I feel towards this book. I was hooked and never wanted the story to end and I kept rereading my favorite scenes just to spend a little more time in Aspen Cove. It was just that good!<br /><br />So, obviously, there were many things I enjoyed and loved about One Hundred Promises. The writing was genuine, beautiful, and so full of heart. The characters were very realistic and so relatable and I adored them all so much. The plot was perfectly paced and balanced with sweetness, spice, and a lot of love. There were plenty of heart skipping swoony scenes and moments with warm fuzzies that will make you smile. The romance was beautiful and I enjoyed the relationship between Wes and Lydia. Their chemistry was off the charts and their flirtatious bantering was just so fun. But, what I truly loved most about this book was none other than Sarge. I love all animals, but I'm a dog person at heart and Sarge was just so adorable and spunky.<br /><br />One Hundred Promises by Kelly Collins was absolutely the sweetest and so beautifully heartwarming. I smiled, I laughed, and I had the best time getting to know this amazing town and fascinating characters. If you're looking for a delightfully comforting and romantic story set in a charming small town filled with so much love and beauty, then I think this book is perfect for you.<br /><br />I received an advance reader copy of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.<br /><br />

Wes was so so swoony. He was once like Lydia where he didn’t think of his happiness only pleasing others and earning money. Now he is after his bliss and finding balance in his life. He left it all behind to do what he loves. Wes is a great guy-smart, kind, generous and very low key. He doesn’t flaunt who he is or that he is a award winning architect. He loves his community and wants someone who will be there by his side making decisions with him together. He wants a partner in every sense of the word.<br /><br />Lydia when you first meet her seems a wee bit stuck up. She is coming off a breakup that has derailed her career and she is angry. Men aren’t in her radar and neither is small town living. She considers this a stop on her career tour. That doesn’t mean she isn’t a good person she is just that her views aren’t like Wes’s. What we see though is that Lydia really doesn’t know what she wants for herself. She has been taking care of others and doing what she can to help them and make them proud that she doesn’t know what will make her happy. She is actually very smart, kind and sassy. Just a little lost. This book is her journey to finding herself and happiness again. Love the happy faces and the story behind it.<br /><br />So how do these two with their crazy chemistry come together. Bees...Lydia is allergic and Wes had a room for her in his house. IF it wasn’t for the bees, Lydia would still be inserting her foot in her mouth and really putting down Wes and Wes would still see her as one who doesn’t care much for small town people and their ways. Those bees force Lydia to Wes’s house for someplace to stay and the rest as we say is history.<br /><br />Lydia and Wes get to learn about one another. They become friends and see the goals and pasts of one another. They don’t act on their attraction at first. First they get to know one another and see that each other are not what they seem. Both are caring and kind. Just after different goals. We get some sassy banter and some fun times. When they come together it is steamy and sexy. I love the sacrifice Wes makes for love. He shows us that he sees what Lydia needs and trusts in love. And the ending that Lydia gives us swoon...She really gives a wonderful romantic moment...So glad for her and Wes...Can’t wait for the next in the series for Kelly Collins has created a sweet, sexy and fun series where you love the characters and their stories. YOu fall for the town and the people and just like their story of finding love and seeing the characters from previous books and how they are.

I read this in one go and loved this book so hard! I f you love small town romances go to the store and buy all the Aspen Cove books - and the Second Chance series too!!) These are wonderful and awesome romance books!<br />I seem to get addicted to this small town romance series by Kelly Collins! I loved this book (and the other 3 books of Aspen Cove too) I loved how the character of Lydia, the heroine in the book, became more developed in the book, from a dedicated doctor trying not to become involved with the people in the small town of Aspen Cove, to a compassionate and dedicated doctor who needed both her hero and the townspeople to surrender to her true feelings and character. I loved the playfulness and daredevilish character trait which became more clearly page after page.<br />Wes was smitten with her at his first look and didn’t need to have his character unravelled, because he had done that before and knew what he wanted. <br />This is what the book’s about:<br />Aspen Cove, Colorado isn’t on Lydia Nichols’s wish list when she finishes her residency at Denver General Hospital, but life delivered several surprising blows. Her long-time boyfriend, who was also her boss, moved on with a nurse and took Lydia’s job with him. No boyfriend. No job. No options. As a favor to her sister, she arrives in the small mountain town for a temporary job as the clinic doctor. Her first question when she gets there is ‘how fast can I leave?’ That is, until sinfully, sexy Wes Covington comes into the clinic seeking care. With him around Lydia may have found a reason to stay—for now. <br /><br />Wes Covington left his demons in Denver. Working for his family’s architectural firm, he was tired of being almost—almost good enough—almost rich enough—almost loveable enough. He abandoned his penthouse, his high-paying position and his Porsche for simple, small-town life. All he wants is to restore his ancestral home and find a good woman who’ll love him for who he is and not what he’s worth. When Wes meets Dr. Lydia Nichols, he likens her to a hellion with a halo. She’s the perfect mix of sassy and sweet, cunning and compassion, but she’ll never be his unless he can convince her to stay.<br /><br />Love blooms when the timing is right, but will Lydia surrender her chance at love or can Wes convince her that everything she’ll ever want or need is right in Aspen Cove?