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He Said Always (The Lost Corisis) Paperback – May 25, 2021
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From New York Times bestselling author Ruth Cardello comes another hot Corisi romance about a bet, a love story, and the secrets that ruin relationships.
When billionaire and tech start-up capitalist Gian Romano strikes a bet with his niece Judy―the daughter of Dominic Corisi―to find even more of the Corisi family, his search leads him to the Boston area. But when he pops into a store, the woman who runs it becomes an instant distraction from his mission. Teagan is beautiful, strong, and too smart not to see through him.
What started as a friendly family bet quickly becomes complicated when sparks fly between Gian and Teagan. Nothing is as simple as it appears, and together they discover the past still has the power to hurt the ones they both love. Teagan won’t settle for less than the truth from Gian, but when it comes to her own secret aspirations, she holds back. If they learn to trust each other, they just might discover that some secrets are better when shared.
They’ll have to trust each other completely, or else their love, along with Gian’s lead on Judy, will be doomed.
- Print length253 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateMay 25, 2021
- Dimensions5.5 x 1 x 8.25 inches
- ISBN-101542025230
- ISBN-13978-1542025232
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About the Author
Ruth Cardello is a New York Times bestselling author who loves writing about rich alpha men and the strong women who tame them. She was born the youngest of eleven children in a small city in northern Rhode Island. She’s lived in Boston, Paris, Orlando, New York, and Rhode Island again before moving to Massachusetts, where she now lives with her husband and three children. Before turning her attention to writing, Ruth was an educator for two decades, including eleven years as a kindergarten teacher. Learn about Ruth’s new releases by signing up for her newsletter at www.RuthCardello.com.
Product details
- Publisher : Montlake
- Publication date : May 25, 2021
- Language : English
- Print length : 253 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1542025230
- ISBN-13 : 978-1542025232
- Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
- Dimensions : 5.5 x 1 x 8.25 inches
- Book 1 of 4 : The Lost Corisis
- Best Sellers Rank: #4,014,860 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #1,714 in Billionaires & Millionaires Romance
- #8,285 in Contemporary Romance (Books)
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About the author

Ruth Cardello hit the New York Times and USA Today Bestsellers Lists for the first time back in 2012. Millions of her sales are evidence that her books are akin to potato chips, addictive from the first one. She has created a multi-series billionaire world with a combination of escapism and realism that has gained her a faithful following of readers.
What Kindle Reviewers write about her:
"Wow, hot at every page. Heart-stopping, fear raging, mind-blowing wonderful."
"I'm a true fan of Ms. Cardello. I ran on to her first book a few years back and have been hooked ever since. I could go on and on about the story like of this book, but I'm not. All of her books are total page turners, unique, heart-wrenching, and I love them all. There aren't two alike in the bunch and I feel like I know the characters personally. I personally read 97 authors' books. And I buy every book they put out. This author is in my top 10. Great job and keep them coming."
"Love this series. Got me to start reading again. I look forward to the next book. Thank you for giving me the love of reading back."
Ruth Cardello was born the youngest of 11 children in a small city in northern Rhode Island. She spent her young adult years moving as far away as she could from her large extended family. She lived in Boston, Paris, Orlando, New York--then came full circle and moved back to New England. She now happily lives one town over from the one she was born in. For her, family trumped the warmer weather and international scene.
She was an educator for 20 years, the last 11 as a kindergarten teacher. When her school district began cutting jobs, Ruth turned a serious eye toward her second love- writing and has never been happier. When she's not writing, you can find her chasing her children around her small farm or connecting with her readers online.
Newsletter Signup: https://ruthcardello.com/newsletter/
You can find her on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/RuthCardello
Follow her at Twitter @RuthieCardello
If you'd like to email her directly, you may contact her via ruthcardello@gmail.com
The Legacy Collection:
Book 1: Maid for the Billionaire
Book 2: For Love or Legacy
Book 3: Bedding the Billionaire
Book 4: Saving the Sheikh
Book 5: Rise of the Billionaire
Book 6: Breaching the Billionaire: Alethea's Redemption
Book 7: (Novella) A Corisi Christmas
The Corisi Billionaires Series:
Book 1: The Broken One
Book 2: The Wild One
Book 3: The Secret One
The Andrades:
Book 1: Come Away With Me
Book 2: Home to Me
Book 3: Maximum Risk
Book 4: Somewhere Along the Way
Book 5: Loving Gigi
Christmas Novella: A Recipe for Love (Maddy and Richard)
The Barrington Billionaires:
Book 1: Always Mine
Book 2: Stolen Kisses
Book 3: Trade It All
Book 3.5: A Billionaire for Lexi
Book 4: Let It Burn
Book 5: More Than Love
Book 6: Forever Love
Book 7: Never Goodbye
Book 8: Reluctantly Alpha
Book 9: Reluctantly Rescued
Book 10: Reluctantly Romanced
The Bachelor Tower Series:
A whole new world with all new characters.
Book 1: Insatiable Bachelor
Book 2: Impossible Bachelor
Book 3: Undeniable Bachelor
The Westerly Billionaires:
Book 1: In the Heir
Book 2: Up for Heir
Book 3: Royal Heir
Book 4: Hollywood Heir
Book 5: Runaway Heir
Lone Star Burn Series:
Book 1: Taken, Not Spurred
Book 2: Tycoon Takedown
Book 3: Taken Home
Book 4: Taking Charge
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Taken by a Trillionaire Series
Book 1: Taken By a Trillionaire - by Melody Anne, Ruth Cardello, JS Scott
Book 2: Virgin for the Trillionaire
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Customers find this book to be an interesting read with a powerful love for family and love, and they appreciate the talented author's work. The romance is cute in the Romano/Corisci way, and customers love the characters, with one noting how Ruth revisits favorite characters. The writing is well-executed, and customers describe it as passionate and full of love. The pacing receives mixed reactions from customers.
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Customers find the book interesting and enjoyable to read, with several noting it's worth continuing the series.
"He Said Always is a fantastic read. I love Gian and the secrets he holds. His relationship with Judy is sweet...." Read more
"Excellent story and author. It's worth reading this book and all of her other books, too...." Read more
"I love reading the legacy where I first met Dominica and Abby and since then I've Bern reading the Romano and the Corisis" Read more
"Absolutely positively fabulous!!! The storyline was wonderful. Loved the characters. The ending was everything I thought it should have been ." Read more
Customers enjoy the storyline of this book, particularly appreciating the powerful love for family and relationships, with one customer specifically mentioning the growing Corisi family dynamic.
"...I love Gian and the secrets he holds. His relationship with Judy is sweet. I love how he tries to reign her in her misguided ways...." Read more
"Dear Readers , Classic romance w/ family finding themselves and revealing secrets & falling in love 🥰 xoxo 💋..." Read more
"This is such a fantastic book, it’s so good. Loved seeing Judy as a twenty year old. Is it possible there’s more members to the Corisi family?..." Read more
"...This story has heart, faith, Trust, & LOVE that happens because the characters learn to embrace faith, HOPE, and TRUST...." Read more
Customers love the characters in the book, with one customer particularly appreciating how Ruth revisits favorite characters.
"...Teagan is super smart and has her own secrets that I cannot wait for you to find out about. I love the pull between Teagan and Gian...." Read more
"Absolutely positively fabulous!!! The storyline was wonderful. Loved the characters. The ending was everything I thought it should have been ." Read more
"...This is interestingly...mature characters. It is a bit much, as there is just sooo many of them it's hard to keep track...." Read more
"...In between all the drama Gian falls for Teagan. A whole cast of characters full of life and grit. Love this series." Read more
Customers enjoy the romance in the book, describing it as a cute love story that becomes more appealing with each installment.
"...There is something about them that just seems so effortless, sweet and passionate...." Read more
"Absolutely positively fabulous!!! The storyline was wonderful. Loved the characters. The ending was everything I thought it should have been ." Read more
"These two were so good together! Two sides of the same coin without overstepping each other’s wants or desires...." Read more
"...Both so intelligent and capable of so much. I loved her AI work and the vision she has for it in the future...." Read more
Customers appreciate the heartfelt writing of the book, describing it as passionate and full of love, with one customer noting its encouraging words.
"...is something about them that just seems so effortless, sweet and passionate...." Read more
"...is the hero of this novel, and he’s my favorite type of hero: emotionally available, strong, vulnerable, and a good man...." Read more
"...Also loved the encouraging words of speaking things into existence and we are the universe we seek! Love love love every book from Ruth!..." Read more
"...A lot of mixed feelings and emotions, but overall a lot of love." Read more
Customers praise the writing quality of the book, with one noting it can be read as a standalone.
"Excellent story and author. It's worth reading this book and all of her other books, too...." Read more
"...It can be read alone, but there are plots that would be much much richer if you begin with Dominic and Abby's story as noted before chapter one...." Read more
"...Always well written and well researched. I highly recommend her books." Read more
"I usually love this authors writing but not with this book. I have loved all the characters in the previous books...." Read more
Customers appreciate the chemistry in the book, with one review highlighting the amazing connection between the couple and another noting the well-researched content.
"...Is it possible there’s more members to the Corisi family? Loved the instant chemistry between Gian and Teagan...." Read more
"...These two had an instant connection and tons of chemistry. I really loved their honesty and the way they talked things through...." Read more
"...Always well written and well researched. I highly recommend her books." Read more
"...Lot of knowledgeable stuff about Science with really cute love story! The chemistry between the couple was amazing from the start!..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the pacing of the book, with one finding it fast-paced and another noting it started slowly.
"...These two had an instant connection and tons of chemistry. I really loved their honesty and the way they talked things through...." Read more
"Started off a bit slower and keeping up with who's talking can be confusing, although I must say that this is a must read...." Read more
"I love Ruth Cardello's books. They are fast paced and while the stories are intertwined with those in the series, each story is unique &..." Read more
"I was waiting for his story. Not sure but felt a bit rushed. Still it was good to read Gian's side. Looking forward to the next one." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2024Format: KindleVerified PurchaseOh my goodness, I just loved the book can't wait to read the rest of this series! Also see how Dominic Abby and the kids are doing as well ❤😁
- Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2021Format: KindleVerified PurchaseHe Said Always is a fantastic read. I love Gian and the secrets he holds. His relationship with Judy is sweet. I love how he tries to reign her in her misguided ways. This may be the first book in the Lost Corisis but I love how we get the full Corisis and Romano family. I love how they are such a close family they are and Dominic hasn't changed even when it comes to his daughter Judy. Teagan is super smart and has her own secrets that I cannot wait for you to find out about. I love the pull between Teagan and Gian. There is something about them that just seems so effortless, sweet and passionate. The family secrets play a big role in this one and once you find that out then you wonder if Teagan and Gian can make it through as they find new members of the Corisis family. I love Gian's career choice. He will have you fanning yourself over and over again. Teagan and Gian are just perfect together and you really need to meet them.
- Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2024Format: KindleVerified PurchaseExcellent story and author. It's worth reading this book and all of her other books, too. When I started this book, I didn't know that it had other series and spin-offs before this series. I still don't k ow what began the previous series. I think it would be awesome if I had started from the beginning. I would be able to get the references that were made better. Enjoy. 🌻🥂
- Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2024Format: KindleVerified PurchaseI love reading the legacy where I first met Dominica and Abby and since then I've Bern reading the Romano and the Corisis
- Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2024Format: KindleVerified PurchaseAbsolutely positively fabulous!!! The storyline was wonderful. Loved the characters. The ending was everything I thought it should have been .
- Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2022Format: KindleVerified PurchaseHad me pressing my phone wanting to read more.
This is interestingly...mature characters. It is a bit much, as there is just sooo many of them it's hard to keep track. Gian and T are not your usual toxic MCs. It's a cool story but I feel like I was thrown in the middle of a season and I needed to catch up as the season moved forward instead of starting fresh.
- Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2024Format: KindleVerified PurchaseDear Readers ,
Classic romance w/ family finding themselves and revealing secrets & falling in love 🥰 xoxo 💋
~Bibliophile Susan
- Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2021Format: KindleVerified PurchaseHe said always, Gian was always the more sensitive man of the family. His life wasn’t easy, but financially he. Outdoor have just about anything. He was adopted by his mother’s sister and husband, so really he cousins were his brothers. But his father was an evil man, though he was no longer living, his evil history lived on in the family. He was also the brother to Dominic Corisis the wealthy billionaire and known for being ruthless, really only in business. Anyway Gian challenged his niece Judy to help find lost family members. When he went to find them he met Teagan and instantly fell in love. Teagan was a genius and was working on a private project that she shared with no one. So she was always worried about who to trust. But Gian and Her were so attracted to one another, they were always together. Nice story loved it. I really hope Kal has a story.
Top reviews from other countries
- Susan ArmstrongReviewed in Australia on June 1, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars He Said Always - The Lost Corisis Book 1
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseNice to be back with Ruth and all thr families. The younger brother, Gian indirectly meets Teagan while he trying to locate his missing twin brother and sister. But they are more direct siblings to Dominic Corisi through their father Alesandro. Teagan has secrets she is reluctant to share with anyone as she has trust issues. But all works out in the end.
- Kindle CustomerReviewed in the United Kingdom on September 22, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars He said always
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseLoved this book, its story and my new family, keep going with all the hard work can not wait to read the next one
- Kindle CustomerReviewed in Canada on June 5, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars He Said Always(The Lost Corisis)
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseWow, will Teagan keep her secret from Gian or will she ever tell him, you have to read this book to find out.
- luv2readReviewed in India on August 29, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars An intelligent romantice lovestory
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseWow.... What a book i loved it...just as i love all of ruth cardellos books. It was a very long time when i reAd dominics book....... And reading this has refreshed my memory........ I love the way ruth writes her stories... Family friendship loyalty has been her core ingredients....
RUTH CARDELLO ROCKS.
- LJReviewed in the United Kingdom on December 30, 2021
4.0 out of 5 stars Thought-provoking
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseAt times the story was hard work and definitely not as engaging as other books by the author, but I persisted although did skim some paragraphs and did enjoy most of it. Teagan and Gian are great characters, who are perfect with each other and able to be themselves with each other. The story touches on issues around domestic abuse and the far reaching consequences it can produce. Family relationships are a key theme with Gian's dad providing great advice. I suspect many could benefit from some of the advice given throughout the book.
There is a complex family tree involved, which may make more sense if you've read other Corisis stories , although you can still understand it if like me you haven't. I may consider other in the two series, as most of the characters were interesting.