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Father Figure Kindle Edition

by Jane Harvey-Berrick (Author), Alana Albertson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 154 ratings

Forgive me father for I have sinned.

Father Gabriel found me on the street selling my body to the highest bidder. He thinks he saved me, but he’s wrong. I will never be redeemed. But then again, neither will he. Father Gabriel is a tortured man. Eighteen years ago, this former Navy SEAL made a mistake that caused the death of his best friend and Teammate. A man who was my father. Father Gabriel is fighting for redemption every single day of his life, trying to atone for his sins—saving a life for taking one.He never knew that his friend left a daughter behind. Now I will make him pay for the life he stole from me. He owes me and I will collect: his body, his soul, his tortured love. I will break him. Ruin his life like he ruined mine. I choose darkness over light. I choose to do wrong, because it feels so right. And I’m going to do it again.A heart-breaking tale of love, loss and redemption from two best-selling authors, teaming up for the first time for this epic, ugly cry, standalone forbidden romance.
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Forgive me Father because this is definitely a sin... Loved this taboo read! 5 HOT stars from me! -Sarah T.

Father Figure is a scorchingly devastating journey of hate, revenge, guilt, and hope. Alana Albertson and Jane Harvey-Berrick have destroyed me in the best possible way. -Shadowplay

WOW! This book was full of heat, turmoil, and secrets. It's so wrong, but such a great read! -SassyKebKerr

This was deep, compelling, romantic, raw, tragic, touching, and just an unforgettable story. I'm wowed. - The Tale Temptress

I highly recommend reading this completely forbidden and taboo love story. -Shannon C.

Father Figure had me hooked from the beginning to the end. The characters were full of powerful emotion, passion, and vulnerability that drew me in with such raw and open realness that I couldn't stop reading. -Travina

Father Figure is a deliciously forbidden romance that defied my expectations. -Gingy's Book Collection

Oh-Em-Gee!! An absolute stunner! -G. G.

A great read with a whirlwind of emotions that I would gladly recommend to others. -Treasa

Fast-paced read with lots of drama, steamy chemistry and a taboo story that really draws you in from beginning to end. --T.S.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B087YYJZSV
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Bolero Books (May 7, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 7, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.6 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 488 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 out of 5 stars 154 ratings

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  1. Jane Harvey-Berrick

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    Thoughtful contemporary romance, new adult, military romance, also thrillers, suspense and romcom - I just love to write!

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    For as long as I can remember, I wanted to write. Perhaps it was growing up in a small village that was well known for its mystery and folklore, all of which sparked my imagination as a child.

    I enjoy writing in several different genres and I'm inspired by the personal stories of those around me. It's often from a simple discussion overheard in the train ('Exposure'), in a café, or in the street, where ideas for characters or scenes come to me.

    I fall in love with by characters and miss them desperately once I'd finished their stories. I love my carnie boys from the Traveling Series, my dancers from LUKA and SLAVE, my smokin' hot Marine, SEBASTIAN. I love writing dialogue and always try to include touches of humor in the most poignant stories.

    Whether you like thrillers, fantasy or adult romance novel, MM or FM, I hope you'll enjoy the journey through my stories.

    I'm also a great supporter of the military charity www.felixfund.org.uk and sales of SEMPER FI go to support them. The stage play LATER, AFTER and the novel duet TICKTOCK and BOMBSHELL was written to honour their work.

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    Alana Albertson

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    Alana Quintana Albertson is a Latina bestselling romance and mystery author (#3 in entire Amazon store) with over one million views on her Se7en Deadly SEALs romantic mystery serial on Radish. Alana Albertson holds a Masters of Education from Harvard University and a Bachelor of Arts in English from Stanford University. She’s the former President of Romance Writers of America’s Contemporary Romance, Young Adult, and Chick Lit chapters. A recovering professional ballroom dancer, she lives in San Diego, California, with her husband, two young sons, and six rescue dogs. When she’s not spending her time saving dogs from high kill shelters through Pugs N Roses™, the rescue she founded, she can be found watching episodes of Cobra Kai, Vida, YOU, or Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team. Please visit her website at www.authoralanaalbertson.com

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Customers find the book's story engaging and emotional, with well-developed characters. One customer mentions how the love of God is interwoven throughout the narrative.

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Customers enjoy the story of the book, with one describing it as an amazing journey.

"...These two authors came up with something and made it amazing. I loved the character growth that Mariana (Blue) and Gabriel made. I am not religious...." Read more

"...Overall good and intense story. Well developed characters that leaves us with just a glimpse of hope, but sometimes that's all it takes." Read more

"A good read for people who are in to the series recommend highly can't wait for the next one of the series a really enjoyable read but quick shaping..." Read more

"Wow! Full of angst, turmoil, and love. Definitely a good read. I was really into this book and for a little emotional at times. Job well done!" Read more

6 customers mention "Heartwarming story"6 positive0 negative

Customers find the book emotionally engaging, with one mentioning how it helped them through unspeakable heartache, while another notes how the love for God was interwoven throughout the narrative.

"...This quote helped me through unspeakable heartache. But it works for this book too. I am proud to include this in my library...." Read more

"...Overall good and intense story. Well developed characters that leaves us with just a glimpse of hope, but sometimes that's all it takes." Read more

"...But the truth be told, Love is love. Yes, bottom line love is love. I read this book in 2 days. I couldn't put it down...." Read more

"...The ending was really a sweet and heartwarming conclusion to a story full of pain and remorse." Read more

4 customers mention "Character development"4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the well-developed characters in the book, with one mentioning how the story weaves through them effectively.

"...I loved the character growth that Mariana (Blue) and Gabriel made. I am not religious. I have a bible. I pray every day. But I do not attend church...." Read more

"...Overall good and intense story. Well developed characters that leaves us with just a glimpse of hope, but sometimes that's all it takes." Read more

"...Father Figure is a must read! 18+ only" Read more

"Great characters and the story twined amongst the characters really well helping to get to know each one...." Read more

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  • Tyra Thrower
    5.0 out of 5 stars "Never give up on hope"
    Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2020
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    First off- Ryan Harmon (cover model) is extremely pretty.

    This was one epic tale and I absolutely loved every word. These two authors came up with something and made it amazing. I loved the character growth that Mariana (Blue) and Gabriel made. I am not religious. I have a bible. I pray every day. But I do not attend church. I'm not a huge religious person. But this book touched me. I was simply amazed that someone could quote the Bible and make it work to their advantage. I think the quotes were placed perfectly.

    I was saddened when Ozzie (someone who needed a priest) shot the little girl. But I cried 3 times- when Blue hugged her kitten. When Gabriel made his confession. And I cried the hardest when Gabriel left Blue his rosary. I was moved.

    I saw war inside of Gabriel. He wanted to be with Blue, but he was torn with being a priest. Blue was looking for acceptance. Just one person to love. And she found it with Gabriel. But Gabriel was torn. He was living with killing his best friend/Blue's father. She just wanted simply...a family. I hated him for giving up on her. But I completely understand.

    They went though a ton of searching. A lot of forgiveness. A lot of healing. This book was fantastic. It was an amazing journey. I am simply amazed how I feel right now. But I leave you with my most favorite quote- "When you're going through something hard and wonder where a God is, remember the teacher is always quiet during a test". This quote helped me through unspeakable heartache. But it works for this book too. I am proud to include this in my library.

    It was beautiful.
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  • W. Usher
    4.0 out of 5 stars An emotional book, heartbreaking, gut wrenching, and full of hope.
    Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2020
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    Beware, this is a taboo story. A conflicting past of both main characters that connects them. Older man/younger woman. A Catholic priest and a hooker (not the punchline of a joke). If this is offensive to you or if you think it might trigger you, do not read it.
    But if it is intriguing and are ok with an emotional ride, naughty times in sacred places, then go for it.
    Gabriel Thorn: ex-SEAL turned priest changes his life around after years in the teams, tormented by his sins has now devoted his life to help others, the less fortunate and guides them to a better life in God. It is how he meets Blue (Mariana) who wonders the street in order to survive; it's all she knows and the only example she grew up with. She lives for one purpose only. Revenge. To bring justice for the murder of a father she never knew, and justice for the life she was robbed of. But what happens when there's more to the story she's been told? What what happens when forbidden feelings arise for each other, what then? Will Mariana continue her plan to end Father Gabriel, and if she does will it be all worth it? Will Father Gabriel uphold his vows of celibacy or will he give in to the temptation and risk it all?
    Overall good and intense story. Well developed characters that leaves us with just a glimpse of hope, but sometimes that's all it takes.
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  • rkoppy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Disturbing but captivating story.
    Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2020
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    I'm looking at my title for this review and although it may upset the authors it is not meant to. Because the story really is taboo and for many it is disturbing. But the truth be told, Love is love. Yes, bottom line love is love. I read this book in 2 days. I couldn't put it down. As disturbing as it was in my brain Because of the taboo subject of a priest falling in love with a much younger woman than he, my heart told me love is love. I truly believe it, I will always believe it. Age is a number. Your heart always tell us the truth.
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  • Ezinwanyi
    3.0 out of 5 stars Dark Temptress and a Priest
    Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2020
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    This book called me to as soon as I read the blurb. The brooding guilt ridden priest doing his best to atone for his sins. I also love the idea that unbeknownst to him, one of those roosters are coming home to roost.

    Young Gabriel Thorne left 10 years ago with his best friend Luke to serve in the navy but he returned with his soul crushed and needed something to live for.
    Gabriel found purpose again serving the community as a Catholic priest but he was still plagued with nightmares from his time as a navy seal.

    Father Gabriel encounters Blue who is turning tricks and his savior complex takes over. Little does he know that Blue has set it up to cross paths because she came to exact retribution against him. This begins a game of cat and mouse intended to dismantle Father Gabriel’s life and ultimately destroy him.

    I have to admit that i didn’t find Blue so clever that a navy seal couldn’t see though her many machinations. I’m also unsure if it was genuine lust and love or was it his desire to rewrite his past and make atonement.
    I also didn’t find their chemistry compelling more than a priest reacting to his 10 year of celibacy itch. This story did a lot of telling and not enough showing. I wanted a little more angst and emotional connection, and i wanted more time with Blue and Gabriel trying to figure this thing out.
    They could have been developed more and this one could have been much darker as Blue capitulated so easily after Gabriel told her about his crimes. I just wanted a little more of the confessional scene type debauchery.
    The ending was really a sweet and heartwarming conclusion to a story full of pain and remorse.
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  • Sparky's daughter
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this book!!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2020
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    I have been a fan of Alana’s books for YEARS. Babe and Mariana’s story was even more amazing then I expected. Sometimes when authors write together the story falls short, but not in this case. I haven’t read any of Jane’s other books but now I need to check them out too. I cried tears of joy at the end. I am so glad they got their HEA after everything. I highly recommend this book to everyone!!!
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  • G. Garcia
    5.0 out of 5 stars Forbidden taboo
    Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2020
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    Oh-Em-Gee!! An absolute stunner! Gabriel Thorn, a former Navy SEAL turned Catholic Priest and Mariana Herrera, a young girl found in a dark alley. Both are broken, lost, fighting forbidden lust, guilt, heartbreak and an abundance of emotional upheaval. Father Figure is a must read! 18+ only
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  • Mercia
    5.0 out of 5 stars Laughter, darkness, fear, hope, and real love. .well worth 5 Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on June 7, 2020
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    I am familiar with Jane Harvey Berrick’s writing. This is a first ( I believe) that is co authored. It was a book I didn’t want to put down. When there is any kind of military aspect to a book, JHB has the dialogue down pat..
    Her character s were real, not cardboard cutouts. It was dark in parts, but also funny, and sad, but the ending is real. It worked out in the best possible way. I really enjoyed the book.
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  • Sarah T
    5.0 out of 5 stars Hot and sinful!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 25, 2020
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    Forgive me Father because this is definitely a sin... Loved this taboo read! Wow! Gabriel and Mariana story's is hot, emotional, with quite a lot of lows but a lot of highs too! I was completely invested in these characters, was hoping it would all work out and crying and laughing along with them! I won't say how it played out but I will say that this was written so well, I love anything Jane writes and will definitely read more by Alana now. This corroboration worked so well and such a great story came out of it! 5 HOT stars from me! Highly recommend it!
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  • Cori Pitts
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wow! Just........Wow!!!
    Reviewed in Canada on June 23, 2020
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    Where to even begin? This book has it all - the feels, the larger than life characters, the emotional roller coaster complete with gut wrenching, heart ripping scenes that will keep you reading until the last word. They only gave me five stars to rate with, but this book deserves so many more!!!!!
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  • C Palmer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sinful and addictive
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 8, 2020
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    Father Figure is a really great book. I'll be honest I started this book not really knowing what to expect but I'm pleased to say I was hooked from the start. Gabriel and Mariana are both great, strong characters and their relationship is certainly different. I absolutely loved the story and would definitely recommend it.
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  • Nikki Costello
    4.0 out of 5 stars Crazy Cajun Book Addicts 4.5 Stars
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 13, 2020
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    I love a good forbidden romance but I have to say this is my first involving a Priest.
    Father Figure was fantastically written but gut wrenching at times, it had ne from the get go.

    When Father Gabriel makes it his mission to help Blue get off the streets he has no idea that he's playing straight into her hands.

    Blue holds alot of hate towards Father Gabriel for the death of her dad, but when that hate starts to blur and everything she thought she knew get blown away where will it leave them both, could they really have a future together?

    A fabulous read that I cannot recommend highly enough. I have read Jane Harvey-Berrick's work on numerous occasions but I'm new to Alana Albertson. I sincerely hope that these two ladies collaborate again in the near future.
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