Hail No (Hail Raisers Book 1)

WOOHOO!!! A brand new LLV series for brighten my month and to gush over!!!

Hail No was more Hail Yeah!, because Evander and Kennedy’s story was the perfect start for this brand new and oh so promising series – if you don’t know what I mean, just check out those covers and Blurbs!!!

Evander has been very recently released from prison where he was wrongly convicted to, and now is back to the town where people seems to either hate him or want to have a roll in his bed. So basically everyone is out to get him, and that makes him awry of everyone. Well that is, until a certain adorable and quirky farmer gave him no other choice.

Kennedy relocated all her life three and a half years ago to start fresh and be near her new found family, specially her twin sister, so now her life is fully dedicated to them as well as to all her farm and its animals. Being the gently and giving soul that she was, when she crossed paths with the giant, smoking HOT tattooed ex-con, she didn’t she what the man that everyone seemed to look down on and be suspicious of, oh no, she saw the real him. And the more she got to know him, the more she wanted him.

Being how he knew he had no future to give to anyone, Evander did his best to push Kennedy away, and to show her the damage she was doing to herself by just being near him,even if it killed him to deny the insane attraction that came to the forefront each time they met.

No one could say that Kennedy was a quitter, because each single time that Evander pushed she went and attached herself to him, almost figuratively, lol, and didn’t allow for one single second that the disgusting and unfair townsfolk to keep her from the man she could she was as special and good to heart as they come.

I loved Kennedy’s battle and resilience, but I really wish she had just fought for herself just as much has she fought for Van or for the rest of her family, but the way she was a pushover for them, and the horrible way they treated her, left me felling down with the character.

Also, adding to that that I prefer when the H is the pursuer, and here it felt that Kennedy was the chaser for the beginning at least. Don’t get me wrong, I adored that she defended him, and didn’t give up on being near, I just felt if she hadn’t they probably would have never have this epic love they did, that he would have let his demons steal it, while blinded by his sense of protection and preservation of her, that would never have taken the chance, the risk. On that point I’m so glad she did, because of it he fell hook, line and sinker, and it was beautiful to see.

And damn, it’s such a shame on that point, because this man had Best Book Boyfriend written all over him! Ok, he still is that, very much so, and given how rightfully awry he is of people, I say he took a huge leap, along Kennedy in. Not only in, but completely sealing his heart!

And in turn, he stole mine right out of my chest, right along with Kennedy’s, because every love profession, every loving gesture, after he came to terms with it, was a thing of beauty. Yes, I could have gone without the numbering of how many woman he slept with, and his manwhore past, but I understood why he felt the need to do it, given Kennedy was given him her virginity, but he just went the wrong way at it. Typically guy mistake. LOL

I quickly forgave him, though, first because all this was in the past, before meeting the heroine, second, because that is no longer the man he was, and he changed his ways after prison, so it has been a looooonnnggggg time for him, and third, he said the most swoon worthy things to Kennedy! Seriously, I melt in a puddle more than once!

OMG, see what I mean?! <3

Oh, Lani Lynn Vale has yet again made me cry – as well and laugh and all the other feels – in this book, because there are a couple of scenes there that if, like me you’re a animal lover, I’m certain you’ll be sobbing too, so don’t say you weren’t warned.

Evander and Kennedy were indeed the perfect introduction to the Hail Raiders series, and we could already meet most of the future Main Male Characters, and I considering all the trouble and troubled character, each and everyone of them seems to be, they look beyond promising! I feel another LLV epic series coming, and I can’t wait!!!! <3 <3 <3 <3

The author is looking for an honest review.

5 stars

I have been reading Lani for a very long time now and I can honestly say that I have never found a book that I couldn't get my mind wrapped in the world she created. She makes these "people" part of a world that sucks you in and makes you believe that you are part of the story. The story draws you in, the characters make you realize that this could be your friend, your neighbor, or the person that you haven't seen a very long time. It's not that you can jump into each situation head on, but you get to see how things are being handled in their point of view. What really happened to them, how they are ,overcome it, if they are, if love does conquer all. What I am saying is yes I loved this book, but I believe I am more in love with the author herself. Her unique twists and the way a story plays out makes you want more every time you read one of her books. That is what makes a reader come back. That is what makes me keep on coming back from book to book. From story line to story line. From character to character. Lani does that every time I sit down to read a book.

Van has a past. One that is more twisted than you expect from the beginning. Van is just getting out of jail. 4 years he was in for something he did not do. When he gets out he comes back home to see everything he has left has been changed. He is trying to start a new life. Avoid everyone that crosses his path and keep his nose clean. Let's just say the first encounter puts him in the middle of something that he will never see coming. Kennedy moved up here to be closer to the sister that she never knew she had. Tragedy comes knocking at the door sooner than anyone will know, but how everyone starts dealing with it is not what is expected. When Kennedy and Van meet the first time its accidental. Van tries to avoid her, but Kennedy keeps on coming back. They begin with a friendship that breaks the ice, then it becomes more than both will expect. Secrets and lies start to play out in this book and begins to rock what they have built, but also starts to bring them closer. People in this town are playing on the wrong side and they soon have Kennedy and Van back involved in something more sinister than anyone can imagine.

Van and Kennedy are pretty perfect together. They were both broken. Differently but neither one of them has healed. Finding each other was something that needed to be done. Staying together is going to be the hard part, because what happens in this small town can tear anything apart. You will see what I mean as you start reading this book. The more you get yourself involved in this book the more you will want to see what happens. I didn't put the book down until I finished. The only issue I had was there was a story developing on Kennedy's side and I felt it was left undone. I am hoping it comes up in another book to see what was going on with it. I don't want to give it away. It really didn't take away from the story that played out, I just wanted to know the outcome of that situation.

Hail No is definitely written in ways that I’ve come to expect from Lani Lynn Vale, but there are also a few aspects of the text that seemed very unValelike, which is not a bad thing at all; in fact, it actually brought a freshness to Evander and Kennedy’s story because it didn’t feel formulaic or manufactured in the same scope as Vale’s other series and since I’ve pretty much read every one of them, I liked how the build-up of the hero and heroine’s intimate relationship as well as their honesty when it comes to what they actually mean to one another is a slow go; it’s the perfect pace for them considering the extenuating circumstances that seem to stall/prevent their respective claiming.

A significant part of the story line is the backstory of Evander’s stint in prison and the dangers and discoveries that seem to drive the truth behind his conviction of a crime he didn’t commit. It’s intriguing how Vale wrote this aspect of the book because there’s quite a bit of mystery surrounding the circumstances of the arrest and the fact that the town treats Evander like a pariah and Kennedy guilty by association illustrates just how jacked up this situation is and why separating the facts from the fiction almost seems impossible at times.  

Kennedy and Evander are extremely likable characters – ones readers can’t help sympathize with and feel enraged for by how their family members treat them. The loss and the heartbreak they have both felt due to the people who should love them most is despicable, but once again, it proves the saying that sometimes true family isn’t blood related.

Even though Kennedy is quirky and wears her heart on her sleeve, which seems to be part of the reason certain people treat her like a doormat, she can also be quite tenacious, especially when the man she has feelings for pushes her away because he doesn’t want the town to treat her like they do him. In Evander, she’s find a lifeline…a person who wants her in his life and shows her, at least most of the time, just how special she is to him and that is not something she’s willing to give up without a fight.

Kennedy and Evander may be opposites in a lot of ways, but they are similar where it counts and it’s those similarities that endear them to each other and allow them a chance at a life much different than the one they’ve been living because both of them were only existing focusing on what needed to be done and doing it without little else to fill their lives and hearts.

Hail No is a great start to Vale’s new series and with the introduction of secondary characters, I can’t wait to see where Vale takes them when their story lines are written!

4 Poison Apples

Evander Lennox was sent to prison for four years, which did something to him. Being told what to do, eat, and when to sleep, has him bound & determined to not be tied down to anyone when he gets out. It only takes him 24 hours to get his job back, and dog at home, all the while realizing that the people he knew aren't as forgiving as he thought they were. It's when he's given up hope to be a part of society again when a sexy woman literally slams into him. Kennedy Swallow has never felt like she belonged anywhere, so when she has the opportunity to reconnect with her twin that she was separated from, she moves to Hostel, Texas to be near said twin. Kennedy starts to believe that she's winning her family over, but when her twin becomes very sick, it's made known that she's only tolerated for her free babysitting. In the midst of that, she meets Evander, and the more time she spends around him, the more she falls for him. But he realizes that being seen with him is hurting her business, so he tries to do the noble thing. It's too bad that she knows that he's worth it, and won't let him walk away so easily. WOW! There was so much goodness in this story that trying to describe a small portion of it was extremely hard. Kennedy was another amazing heroine that kept me laughing with her cute craziness, especially about her chickens. And when she gets to interacting with Evander, the humorous moments only multiply into belly laughing moments that had me snorting. Plus their sparks are shooting everywhere, which finally ignites a flame that is fiery hot! And with any of this author's books, there are twists & turns around every corner that makes my heart race, and my mouth drop loud f-bombs! In every review, I reiterate how much I LOVE LOVE LOVE this brilliant author, and Hail No will be no exception, as Lani Lynn Vale just keeps putting out fantastic masterpieces after masterpiece that I get to lose myself in. And as the Hail Raisers series has already started with a bang, it further proves that she can write about anything and it's AWESOME! I CANNOT WAIT for more of this EPIC new series, and HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO ALL!

WOOHOO!!! A brand new LLV series for brighten my month and to gush over!!!

Hail No was more Hail Yeah!, because Evander and Kennedy’s story was the perfect start for this brand new and oh so promising series – if you don’t know what I mean, just check out those covers and Blurbs!!!

Evander has been very recently released from prison where he was wrongly convicted to, and now is back to the town where people seems to either hate him or want to have a roll in his bed. So basically everyone is out to get him, and that makes him awry of everyone. Well that is, until a certain adorable and quirky farmer gave him no other choice.

Kennedy relocated all her life three and a half years ago to start fresh and be near her new found family, specially her twin sister, so now her life is fully dedicated to them as well as to all her farm and its animals. Being the gently and giving soul that she was, when she crossed paths with the giant, smoking HOT tattooed ex-con, she didn’t she what the man that everyone seemed to look down on and be suspicious of, oh no, she saw the real him. And the more she got to know him, the more she wanted him.

Being how he knew he had no future to give to anyone, Evander did his best to push Kennedy away, and to show her the damage she was doing to herself by just being near him,even if it killed him to deny the insane attraction that came to the forefront each time they met.

No one could say that Kennedy was a quitter, because each single time that Evander pushed she went and attached herself to him, almost figuratively, lol, and didn’t allow for one single second that the disgusting and unfair townsfolk to keep her from the man she could she was as special and good to heart as they come.

I loved Kennedy’s battle and resilience, but I really wish she had just fought for herself just as much has she fought for Van or for the rest of her family, but the way she was a pushover for them, and the horrible way they treated her, left me felling down with the character.

Also, adding to that that I prefer when the H is the pursuer, and here it felt that Kennedy was the chaser for the beginning at least. Don’t get me wrong, I adored that she defended him, and didn’t give up on being near, I just felt if she hadn’t they probably would have never have this epic love they did, that he would have let his demons steal it, while blinded by his sense of protection and preservation of her, that would never have taken the chance, the risk. On that point I’m so glad she did, because of it he fell hook, line and sinker, and it was beautiful to see.

And damn, it’s such a shame on that point, because this man had Best Book Boyfriend written all over him! Ok, he still is that, very much so, and given how rightfully awry he is of people, I say he took a huge leap, along Kennedy in. Not only in, but completely sealing his heart!

And in turn, he stole mine right out of my chest, right along with Kennedy’s, because every love profession, every loving gesture, after he came to terms with it, was a thing of beauty. Yes, I could have gone without the numbering of how many woman he slept with, and his manwhore past, but I understood why he felt the need to do it, given Kennedy was given him her virginity, but he just went the wrong way at it. Typically guy mistake. LOL

I quickly forgave him, though, first because all this was in the past, before meeting the heroine, second, because that is no longer the man he was, and he changed his ways after prison, so it has been a looooonnnggggg time for him, and third, he said the most swoon worthy things to Kennedy! Seriously, I melt in a puddle more than once!

OMG, see what I mean?! <3

Oh, Lani Lynn Vale has yet again made me cry – as well and laugh and all the other feels – in this book, because there are a couple of scenes there that if, like me you’re a animal lover, I’m certain you’ll be sobbing too, so don’t say you weren’t warned.

Evander and Kennedy were indeed the perfect introduction to the Hail Raiders series, and we could already meet most of the future Main Male Characters, and I considering all the trouble and troubled character, each and everyone of them seems to be, they look beyond promising! I feel another LLV epic series coming, and I can’t wait!!!! <3 <3 <3 <3

The author is looking for an honest review.

5 stars

I have been reading Lani for a very long time now and I can honestly say that I have never found a book that I couldn't get my mind wrapped in the world she created. She makes these "people" part of a world that sucks you in and makes you believe that you are part of the story. The story draws you in, the characters make you realize that this could be your friend, your neighbor, or the person that you haven't seen a very long time. It's not that you can jump into each situation head on, but you get to see how things are being handled in their point of view. What really happened to them, how they are ,overcome it, if they are, if love does conquer all. What I am saying is yes I loved this book, but I believe I am more in love with the author herself. Her unique twists and the way a story plays out makes you want more every time you read one of her books. That is what makes a reader come back. That is what makes me keep on coming back from book to book. From story line to story line. From character to character. Lani does that every time I sit down to read a book.

Van has a past. One that is more twisted than you expect from the beginning. Van is just getting out of jail. 4 years he was in for something he did not do. When he gets out he comes back home to see everything he has left has been changed. He is trying to start a new life. Avoid everyone that crosses his path and keep his nose clean. Let's just say the first encounter puts him in the middle of something that he will never see coming. Kennedy moved up here to be closer to the sister that she never knew she had. Tragedy comes knocking at the door sooner than anyone will know, but how everyone starts dealing with it is not what is expected. When Kennedy and Van meet the first time its accidental. Van tries to avoid her, but Kennedy keeps on coming back. They begin with a friendship that breaks the ice, then it becomes more than both will expect. Secrets and lies start to play out in this book and begins to rock what they have built, but also starts to bring them closer. People in this town are playing on the wrong side and they soon have Kennedy and Van back involved in something more sinister than anyone can imagine.

Van and Kennedy are pretty perfect together. They were both broken. Differently but neither one of them has healed. Finding each other was something that needed to be done. Staying together is going to be the hard part, because what happens in this small town can tear anything apart. You will see what I mean as you start reading this book. The more you get yourself involved in this book the more you will want to see what happens. I didn't put the book down until I finished. The only issue I had was there was a story developing on Kennedy's side and I felt it was left undone. I am hoping it comes up in another book to see what was going on with it. I don't want to give it away. It really didn't take away from the story that played out, I just wanted to know the outcome of that situation.

Hail No is definitely written in ways that I’ve come to expect from Lani Lynn Vale, but there are also a few aspects of the text that seemed very unValelike, which is not a bad thing at all; in fact, it actually brought a freshness to Evander and Kennedy’s story because it didn’t feel formulaic or manufactured in the same scope as Vale’s other series and since I’ve pretty much read every one of them, I liked how the build-up of the hero and heroine’s intimate relationship as well as their honesty when it comes to what they actually mean to one another is a slow go; it’s the perfect pace for them considering the extenuating circumstances that seem to stall/prevent their respective claiming.

A significant part of the story line is the backstory of Evander’s stint in prison and the dangers and discoveries that seem to drive the truth behind his conviction of a crime he didn’t commit. It’s intriguing how Vale wrote this aspect of the book because there’s quite a bit of mystery surrounding the circumstances of the arrest and the fact that the town treats Evander like a pariah and Kennedy guilty by association illustrates just how jacked up this situation is and why separating the facts from the fiction almost seems impossible at times.  

Kennedy and Evander are extremely likable characters – ones readers can’t help sympathize with and feel enraged for by how their family members treat them. The loss and the heartbreak they have both felt due to the people who should love them most is despicable, but once again, it proves the saying that sometimes true family isn’t blood related.

Even though Kennedy is quirky and wears her heart on her sleeve, which seems to be part of the reason certain people treat her like a doormat, she can also be quite tenacious, especially when the man she has feelings for pushes her away because he doesn’t want the town to treat her like they do him. In Evander, she’s find a lifeline…a person who wants her in his life and shows her, at least most of the time, just how special she is to him and that is not something she’s willing to give up without a fight.

Kennedy and Evander may be opposites in a lot of ways, but they are similar where it counts and it’s those similarities that endear them to each other and allow them a chance at a life much different than the one they’ve been living because both of them were only existing focusing on what needed to be done and doing it without little else to fill their lives and hearts.

Hail No is a great start to Vale’s new series and with the introduction of secondary characters, I can’t wait to see where Vale takes them when their story lines are written!

4 Poison Apples

Evander Lennox was sent to prison for four years, which did something to him. Being told what to do, eat, and when to sleep, has him bound & determined to not be tied down to anyone when he gets out. It only takes him 24 hours to get his job back, and dog at home, all the while realizing that the people he knew aren't as forgiving as he thought they were. It's when he's given up hope to be a part of society again when a sexy woman literally slams into him. Kennedy Swallow has never felt like she belonged anywhere, so when she has the opportunity to reconnect with her twin that she was separated from, she moves to Hostel, Texas to be near said twin. Kennedy starts to believe that she's winning her family over, but when her twin becomes very sick, it's made known that she's only tolerated for her free babysitting. In the midst of that, she meets Evander, and the more time she spends around him, the more she falls for him. But he realizes that being seen with him is hurting her business, so he tries to do the noble thing. It's too bad that she knows that he's worth it, and won't let him walk away so easily. WOW! There was so much goodness in this story that trying to describe a small portion of it was extremely hard. Kennedy was another amazing heroine that kept me laughing with her cute craziness, especially about her chickens. And when she gets to interacting with Evander, the humorous moments only multiply into belly laughing moments that had me snorting. Plus their sparks are shooting everywhere, which finally ignites a flame that is fiery hot! And with any of this author's books, there are twists & turns around every corner that makes my heart race, and my mouth drop loud f-bombs! In every review, I reiterate how much I LOVE LOVE LOVE this brilliant author, and Hail No will be no exception, as Lani Lynn Vale just keeps putting out fantastic masterpieces after masterpiece that I get to lose myself in. And as the Hail Raisers series has already started with a bang, it further proves that she can write about anything and it's AWESOME! I CANNOT WAIT for more of this EPIC new series, and HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO ALL!

Totally addicted, yep you heard me, completely and utterly addicted not only to this book but also to an author that quite simply doesn’t seem to ever put a foot wrong!
Hail No is yet another of her knockout reads and as the first of the series, I am already feeling slightly needy with anticipation knowing that there is even more to come.
I really felt for Kennedy, her family life was far from stellar and bad luck hangs around like a dark cloud but she doesn’t let it define her, she is seat of your pants funny and has a heart the size of Texas, and that made my heart melt. But it isn’t all easy and there an sections of this book and this story that will leave you wondering what the heck happened and how the heck you’re supposed to recover. My heart broke for them both.
I say both because the person that Kennedy had her heart set on was Evander and having recently been released from prison he may not have been everyone’s idea of a top man but darn it he was the best man for her and she knew it.
Life as an ex con was tough, few were prepared to cut him a break, he was doing all he could to keep his head on straight and his nose clean. Keeping himself to himself he was knocked for six when the pocket rocket that was Kennedy breezed into his life and lit it up!
They suffered so much, it was a constant procession of miserable luck, I wondered at one point just how much they (or I should say Kennedy really) could take. But they stuck with it and weathered the storms together and that was all I wanted for them…I knew early on the she loved this broody man I just wasn’t sure if he was willing to accept that fact despite the fact that like a moth to a flame, he simply couldn’t keep away. A plain as the nose on his face was the fact that try as he might, there was no denying the fact he adored her.
Through all the angst and attitude blossomed and romance that defied at all and that brought together two characters that truly deserved not only each other but their own special happy!

An amazing start to an exciting romantic suspense series by Lani Lynn Vale! I was captivated with HAIL NO from the get go and could not put it down!

Evander is fresh out of spending four years in jail and trying to reestablish his life in Hostel, TX, he's finding the town is not willing to forgive or forget, but he is not willing to leave the town he loves. Kennedy is a sweet woman who has been let down and used by her family, she's never let it tarnish her caring nature, she is quirky and sweet but hasn't quite fit into her new hometown. Evander and Kennedy meet for the first time as the result of an accident caused by a kid, from the moment they meet you can tell that there is a connection neither is ready for but proves impossible to ignore.

At first look Evander is a tough-guy alpha with a hardened heart, you begin to see there is some softness to it when it comes to his dog, Gertie, but once he meets Kennedy the big old heart he has comes through! Kennedy, oh Kennedy, such a sweet, sassy, selfless woman! Evander and Kennedy are a match made for each other and their story is a perfect mix of humor, chemistry and intrigue!

Kennedy and Evander are the type of people with good hearts who always seem to have bad luck and/or are done wrong by people. Each of them have been through tough times and definitely deserve the love and friendship that the other can offer. To reach that love they have to survive the pettiness of sanctimonious townsfolk, horrible family members and troublemakers. Along the way readers are introduced to some incredible secondary characters that have Evander and Kennedy's back, and I look forward to learning more about each of them.

A few thoughts about the latest of Lani Lynn Vale’s newest series...I freaking loved it!! Seriously!  Am I right or am I right?  So, this story kind of made me feel all the range of emotions:  Love, hatred, rage, kindness, revenge, desire…I was feeling it all.  I wanted to throw my kindle into a burning pile of brush and toast it with some marshmallows and then into some rocks and rumble at one point because I felt like if one more thing happened to Evander (Van) I was going to go postal.  That’s not a lie.  If this had happened in real life, I’d be rocking in the corner with my xanax and wine (in that order) crying.  Evander has been dealt a horrible life.  He’s got an even more horrible brother who doesn’t have his back except to stab him in it…I’m sure if he had a sharp object - he’d do it for real.  Kennedy is this sweetheart who is a class A heroine.  She has Van’s back, she sticks by him through thick and thin and she’s a strong character.  That doesn’t mean that things don’t get to her -because they do…she just has a way of dealing with them.  I loved that when Van finally realizes what he has – he goes after it.  It doesn’t matter that he’s breaking laws to do it.  He just does it!  I felt a lot during this book and I love when an author makes me feel and makes me want more.  I could go on and on and give you more, but I’ll leave you with this – Start this new series because it’s going to be soooo good that you get to see some of the new and some of the older people that we know and love!!

I was given an ARC copy of this book by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed are my own and do not reflect anyone else's.

I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of the book.

I enjoyed this book SO MUCH!!!!! It was sweet, but not too sweet. It was gritty, but not to dark. There was action and angst and feeling and sex and I just loved it. Evander lost four years of his life in jail for a crime he didn't commit, only to come home to a POS town and family that don't deserve him. The only bright spot are his friends and co-workers at Hail Auto Recovery and Kennedy, a woman who is new enough in town to not be tainted by their misguided and misinformed (not to mention totally false) opinion of him. She too has a POS family and the universe seems to be conspiring to make her life as difficult as possible. In their mutual struggle, they find each other, and it is a beautiful thing. Now even though this is the first book in the series, it seems as if there are perhaps some characters whose stories were already told in previous books, so I'm thinking that this maybe overlaps with some of Lani Lynn Vale's previous books - and I will definitely be looking in to that. There were also a lot of bits left open for exploration and I can't wait to see where the series goes. I LOATHED both Evander and Kennedy's families and I wish we had been given more insight as to why they were so AWFUL, but I suppose I'm ok without it. Evander - ugh! I just loved him and Gertie (sob!), but Kennedy really stole my heart. She is the epitome of a ride or die chick and just the type of woman I would want to associate with in real life. I really adored everything about this book and really look forward to not only continuing on with the Hail Raisers series, but also reading some of her other series - in the name of research, of course! I give Hail No 4 out of 5 wine glasses.

This is the first book in the Hail Raisers series. I am so excited about this one! Well, I’m always excited for a new Lani Lynn Vale book. These releases are the highlight of my month.

I absolutely love how each series is connected in some way. Don’t worry, you don’t have to read the other series before this one. But, you will see characters from Free Birds, Heroes of Dixie Warden and others.

We have met Dante and Travis Hail in other books.

This is Evander’s story.

Evander isn’t a Hail brother. But he does work for Hail Auto Recovery. Yes, he’s a repo man. He just spent the last four years in prison. Things aren’t always what they seem though. The full story comes out as to why he had to do time.

Kennedy has only been living in Hostel for three years. So she didn’t know Evander before. I can’t believe how her family treated her.

Evander’s didn’t treat him any better though.

I loved when Evander got his dog back.

I do wish we would have found out the truth about Trixie’s accident.

I was shocked by some of the twists and surprises.

I really hope Rafe gets a book. I absolutely love him and I have since we first met him way back when. He is so mysterious and always shows up when needed. He’s almost as mysterious as Silas is.

These characters are great. Like I already said, the highlight of my month!

“I wish I could copy and paste you into my bed.”
~ Not a good pick-up line
“At first I cared, but then I was like, ‘Nah, f*** you.”
~ Text from Kennedy to Evander

Can we just appreciate the beautiful cover, exactly how I pictured Evander Lennox, the town bad boy. He doesn't say much but when he does it is direct and to the point with no bs. Kennedy Swallow moved to Hostel, Texas to be closer to her Dad and twin sister, but things are anything but loving. Let me just say that her family are complete a-holes and I wanted to punch them when they shunned her away. Evander kept trying to resist and push Kennedy away but he couldn't fight the magnetic pull towards her. All I will say is DAMN, I mean they couldn't get any sexier if they tried. Evander & Kennedy = Babymaking Magic & Swoon-worthy Love Story. This story is all about finding that one person that accepts you with all your quirks and will love you even when you're being a jerk.

There was a moment where I was questioning where the storyline was going to take us and we weren't disappointed. The first half of the book focuses on Evander & Kennedy's characters but in the second half, we are introduced to rest of the Hail Raiser's along with Hannah. I kinda have a girl crush on Hannah and her attitude and can't wait to read her book.

I can't get enough of Lani Lynn Vale books. Hail No was a great kickstart the Hail Raisers series. This isn't an MC series but it does resemble the loyalty between friends that previous MC books have. I am addicted to the one-liner quotes at the beginning of all chapters in all her books.

I cannot believe I just found Lani Lynn Hale. Hail No is the second book I've read by this author and I have to admit, I'm completely blown away by this author and her storytelling!

Hail No is an addicting story of one man who has just been released from prison for a crime that he didn't commit and one woman who is fairly new to town trying to live the life that she never new existed.

Living in a small town where the police force is dirty makes it hard to prove your innocence, that's why Evander now tries to keep to himself. That is until he meets Kennedy. After relentlessly trying to warn her away and her not listening Evander and Kennedy start to form a friendship.

I loved this novel! I really enjoyed the two outsiders coming together. I loved Evander. He was sweet and caring when it came to Kennedy but ruthless when it came to the people in the town that did him wrong. Kennedy's situation was difficult to read. To find out you have a twin and a family you never knew about and then to be completely cast aside from that family during very difficult times, my heart shattered for her.

Hail No is the first novel in the Hail Raisers series and I cannot wait to read more! I am absolutely loving Lani Lynn Vale's novels!

Lani has the uncanny ability to top each book that preceded the current release. New series. New challenges. New favorite characters. Each action and drama packed, leaving you wanting more.
Hail No was no exception. From page one, we get depth and a lock on our heart. She has us at hello, until the very end.

In the new Hail Raisers series, we meet Evander and Kennedy. Evander was wrongfully convicted and spent a few years in prison. He needs to learn to deal with the outside and move on. The only thing that he cares about is getting his beloved dog, Gertie, back. Evander’s heart may have somewhat hardened a bit and he never saw Kennedy coming. Kennedy is a sweet woman, who loves her animals. Dog, chickens and some extremely crazy goats. When her life gets turned upside down and someone seems to be targeting her, Evander is right there to find out why. He will not let anything happen to her.

Read about how a down on his luck man and an innocent farm girl find love through the twists and turns of life. Hail No gives us just what the title says … don’t ever let anyone take you down. You come out fighting and standing up for what you believe in. This is a story that I won’t soon forget!

This book is a hoot. Starting in the Prologue even before hitting Chapter 1, we meet Evander, and what happens when he goes to pick up his dog, Gertie is a hoot and a half to read. I think he has met his match with Civil's Veterinary clinic's new owner, Layne. She is the daughter of the man Evander new and signed a contract with, Civill. What happens? Who is Kennedy? Where do we find Kennedy at during Mardi Gras? Where has Evander been for the last four years and why? Where did he get Gertie? Who is Trixie? What does Kennedy know of Trixie and what is their relationship? When Trixie is due for a procedure, and does not show up, what does Kennedy finally find out from Trixie's husband? What do we find out while reading about Kennedy telling Evander about what is going on that we realize something is not quite right? One of the things I find the funniest about the book are the little quotes at the beginning of each chapter. When things go from bad to worse, watching what happened really kept me on the edge of my seat. Wait until you read what is going on! HOLY HADES!

RECEIVED THIS BOOK AS A GIFT FOR A FAIR/HONEST REVIEW and REVIEWER FOR Bloggin' With M. Brennan.

Four years in prison and Evander was back where it all began. First thing, get his dog. Afterall, he was not only his best friend but likely his only one. Then his former boss handed him the keys to the truck and put him back on the payroll.

Kennedy came to this small town to find her family, starting with the twin sister she just learned about. Her family didn't want her either unless they needed something. Neither she nor Evander had the time or inclination to get involved. As it turned out they were neighbors. Despite what the town thought he was a good guy. Helping Kennedy out was mandatory. He couldn't let her go it alone. She was hot. He was hot. Resistance was futile.

Old, new, or both enemies stepped in to try to send him back to prison. Could he chance putting her in those crosshairs? This is an exceptional story of loyalty, love, lost and found. Both protagonists have unmatched strength of character. The love of friends and lover is strong. You will laugh, cry, get spitting mad, and need a tall cold drink from the steam these two create. Another unforgettable emotional read and (YEA!) start to a new series.
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Love love loved it, I am actually embarrassed to admit that this is the first book I have read from this author, and I am a little disappointed that no one has encouraged me to read her before now, anyway…

Okay so this is Evander and Kennedy’s story and the first in what I can imagine will be an explosive series. Okay so first off, Evander is mine, this man is everything that I want and love about my book heroes, he is an alpha male with a heart and conscience and of course was sinfully sexy. Kennedy, well what can you say, she has been knocked down so many times and comes back stronger than ever, I loved her spirit, fire and sass.

This authors writing is addictive; her writing is engaging and edgy and her characters are real and well developed. The story line was on point, with just the right amount of sweet and sexy romance and all-consuming drama. Another thing I loved about this story is the fact that the 2 main characters held down everyday jobs, there wasn’t a millionaire or billionaire to sort everything with money, and it all came down to the heart and head, loved it, bring on book 2!

Another brand new series by Mrs. Vale and this one definitely started out with a bang also. It was a great start to a new series.

I really liked Evander. He's a man who's getting a second chance at life, after being accused of a crime that he didn't commit. He's a man that's being shunned by the small town that he's living in and takes it with his head held high. I thought that he was sweet, kind, and caring even though he tries to act big and tough.

I loved Kennedy. She's a young woman who's literally had bad luck for awhile. Her family has literally had bad luck with getting cancer. Now she's in a new town and trying to reconnect with some long lost family. But again she's finding herself having some bad luck. I thought Kennedy was sweet, kind, caring, and funny.

As I said above at the start of this review that this was a great start to this series. I thought that it was very enjoyable. Also you will recognize some faces in this book.

I'm giving this book 4.5 Stars out of 5 and can't wait for the next one!!!!

***I voluntarily read an advanced readers copy of this book for my honest opinion**

Evander Lennox has finally been release from prison in which he was incarcerated for a crime he didn't commit. He's arrived back in his home town, to an unfriendly welcome, the town folks and his family would rather he go some where else. But he won't, he's sticking around.
Kennedy Lane is a young woman who's never really fit in. Some may think she's a little quirky, and yes she is a little strange but she's sweet and gentle and works her tail off to make ends meet. Her family don't really except her but aren't apposed to using her when they need too. Both Van and Kennedy are treated as odd and outcasts in the town and fate made sure that they would meet....the chemistry that blossoms between them is instantaneous, first friendship, then who knows what their closeness will bring.

I loved this first book in the new Hail Raisers series. The character Van, had me hooked, he was such a caring, respectful guy, great for Kennedy, she definitely needed a someone who cared. This was a sweet story with added thrills, great. I can't wait for the next in the series.

Evander Lennox, or Van to those that know him, if finally breathing fresh air after having spent four years behind bars. All he wants is to get to his home and get is dog back. Getting his job back the same day he was released was not something that he thought would happen. Now it is time to take his life back on track and take control for the first time in four years. But fate is not done messing with Van’s life and it decides that he needs to be shaken up a little hit and throws Kenney Swallow into his path when he least expected it.

Kennedy has gotten the short end of the stick yet again. Her family was split up when she was younger and now she is finally reuniited with her twin, but everything is not always sweetness and light. Her sister is diagnosed with cancer and it appears that she is only being used by what little family that she left since she is available when they need her. Her sweet little chickens are killed by a neighbor’s dogs and her livelihood is destroyed. The only light in her life is Van, but he tends to push her away even when he starts to open up to her.

HAIL NO is the first book in Lani Lynn Vale’s new Hail Raisers series and it is awesome! The main characters of the story play off each other so well. Van is totally a strong alpha male that needs the gentleness of Kennedy’s character. The dialogue between the characters is funny, sweet, and heart wrenching. Kennedy is a beautiful character from the beginning to the end of the story, but she has strength that definitely served her well when having to deal with the curveballs that life seems to keep throwing at her. Totally recommend this book! It has danger, passion, pain, and redemption while also delivering some great one liners and characters that readers will fall in love with.

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Another great read by Lani. Kennedy moved to the small town of Hostel Texas to be a part of her long lost family. Evander is fresh out of prison trying to make life as normal as possible until he meets Kennedy. But with Evander trying to get revenge on the person who sent him to prison can he find a way to let Kennedy in his heart.

Hail No is so completely different (a good different), from any of the other series. Complete with romance, hot & steamy scenes, and police corruption, you will fall in love with Kennedy and Evander.

This book is a hoot. Starting in the Prologue even before hitting Chapter 1, we meet Evander, and what happens when he goes to pick up his dog, Gertie is a hoot and a half to read. I think he has met his match with Civil's Veterinary clinic's new owner, Layne. She is the daughter of the man Evander new and signed a contract with, Civill. What happens? Who is Kennedy? Where do we find Kennedy at during Mardi Gras? Where has Evander been for the last four years and why? Where did he get Gertie? Who is Trixie? What does Kennedy know of Trixie and what is their relationship? When Trixie is due for a procedure, and does not show up, what does Kennedy finally find out from Trixie's husband? What do we find out while reading about Kennedy telling Evander about what is going on that we realize something is not quite right? One of the things I find the funniest about the book are the little quotes at the beginning of each chapter. When things go from bad to worse, watching what happened really kept me on the edge of my seat. Wait until you read what is going on! HOLY HADES!

RECEIVED THIS BOOK AS A GIFT FOR A FAIR/HONEST REVIEW and REVIEWER FOR Bloggin' With M. Brennan.

Love love loved it, I am actually embarrassed to admit that this is the first book I have read from this author, and I am a little disappointed that no one has encouraged me to read her before now, anyway…

Okay so this is Evander and Kennedy’s story and the first in what I can imagine will be an explosive series. Okay so first off, Evander is mine, this man is everything that I want and love about my book heroes, he is an alpha male with a heart and conscience and of course was sinfully sexy. Kennedy, well what can you say, she has been knocked down so many times and comes back stronger than ever, I loved her spirit, fire and sass.

This authors writing is addictive; her writing is engaging and edgy and her characters are real and well developed. The story line was on point, with just the right amount of sweet and sexy romance and all-consuming drama. Another thing I loved about this story is the fact that the 2 main characters held down everyday jobs, there wasn’t a millionaire or billionaire to sort everything with money, and it all came down to the heart and head, loved it, bring on book 2!