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Hard to Get (Haven's Cove Book 2) Kindle Edition

by Jaclyn Quinn (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 861 ratings
Gabe D’Angelo has it all. Designer clothes, luxury cars, a cool confidence most would envy, and a never-ending supply of money—and men. When he arrived in Haven’s Cove to be there for his best friend, he never imagined he’d end up extending his stay indefinitely. Small town living isn’t so bad after all, and the views are magnificent—especially the view of a sexy, rugged blond. But when that mysterious, brooding man refuses all Gabe’s advances, he is forced to take a step back and truly look at the person he’s become.Nate Black moved from Boston to Haven’s Cove for his family. He’s missed small town living and the simple, tranquil life that comes with it. What he doesn’t bargain for is the pushy, spoiled playboy who’s set his eyes on Nate as his next conquest. Knowing this man has the potential to crack the foundation of his quiet life, Nate will do everything he can to protect his safe, closed-off world.Is one man worth loving? Is the other worth the sacrifice? Or is the love they’re searching for not just hard to get but completely out of reach?
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    April 17, 2018
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About the Author

Jaclyn Quinn is the author of Bet on It, Drawn to You, and the Haven's Cove series. She resides in central New Jersey.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07CH428J9
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (April 17, 2018)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 17, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 730 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 270 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1096392380
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 out of 5 stars 861 ratings

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I have been an artist from a very young age. From drawing cartoon characters and evolving into portraits, making jewelry, photography, and now writing. I have an amazing support system in my family and friends and couldn’t be more grateful.

I live in central New Jersey, love summers at the Jersey Shore, rock music, wine, sexy men, and laughing a lot with my amazing friends and family. Sunday dinners at my parents’ house are crazy, hysterical and you can count on a movie quote…or ten…being thrown out. Insults between siblings is how we show our love for each other!

When I’m not creating, you can find me reading books from my favorite authors. I’m a hopeless romantic, starving for passionate characters and always craving that happy ending, whether in reading or in writing my own books.

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Customers enjoy this book as part of the Havens Cove series, praising its great love story and character development, particularly the dynamic between Gabe and Nate. The romance features intense emotional scenes, and one customer notes how the creation of family among friends is heartwarming. The book receives positive feedback for its readability, with one customer highlighting the natural dialogue.

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13 customers mention "Enjoyment"13 positive0 negative

Customers find the book enjoyable, with one mentioning that Gabe and Nate are fun together.

"...This is another wonderful installment in Quinn's Havens Cove series...." Read more

"...I loved Gabe from the first book. His wit and style made me very curious about this man and his "relationship" tactics...." Read more

"...Passion that will make you reread the whole chapter. This is great. Love the characters. BRODY AND OWEN...." Read more

"Overall I’m glad I read this book. About 85% of it was really pleasing...." Read more

11 customers mention "Romance"11 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in this book, describing it as a great love story and sweet tale, with one customer noting how it builds slowly.

"Sweet romance and a second chance. Our two 35 year olds are a single Dad and a rich playboy. Gabe has led a privileged life but a lonely one...." Read more

"...His and Nates story builds slowly, realistically, with well timed entrances of other members of the community/family...." Read more

"...Yet another beautiful love story by Jaclyn Quinn . I'm still shocked that this is her second book. She writes these stories like a seasoned pro...." Read more

"...Well, let's just say, he is nothing like he seems. Honest, sweet and such a devoted friend he is indeed...." Read more

8 customers mention "Character development"8 positive0 negative

Customers love the characters in the book, with one customer particularly appreciating the dynamic between Gabe and Nate.

"...The cast of characters is terrific, the deep emotions are real, and the sexy times are mind-bowing and scorching hot...." Read more

"...This is great. Love the characters. BRODY AND OWEN. JONAH, VICKI LILYPOP, NATE AND GABE..... Thank you" Read more

"...Best choice ever. The characters work so well together and all the supporting characters are great...." Read more

"...The changes in him are amazing and the reasons for his reputation devastating. Once nate gets his fear under control, he's perfect for Gabe." Read more

8 customers mention "Sex scenes"6 positive2 negative

Customers enjoy the sex scenes in the book, with one review highlighting the dynamic sexual tension and another noting the emotional depth and heart-wrenching moments.

"...The cast of characters is terrific, the deep emotions are real, and the sexy times are mind-bowing and scorching hot...." Read more

"...First half was full of dynamic sexual tension...." Read more

"...And there were too many sex scenes and they went on for pages. I had to skip them. Too exhausting. Probably won’t read the next book." Read more

"...A love that mends a broken heart. A love where you can belong as yourself." Read more

4 customers mention "Family bond"4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the family bond in the book, with one mentioning the heartwarming creation of family among friends.

"...A reformed bad boy, princess parties with boa’s, good friends and a failed fishing expedition make this a hot sexy story." Read more

"...series so far too, with the small community feeling and close circle of friends. I’m looking forward to Jonah’s story." Read more

"...This is definitely a group of family and friends that I would want to have around me." Read more

"Cute and sweet little book. The creation of family amongst friends is heart warming. The little girl in the book has some funny lines." Read more

3 customers mention "Readability"3 positive0 negative

Customers find the book easy to read, with one customer noting the natural-sounding dialogue.

"...Very well written, looking forward to Jonah's story. Spoiler alert:..." Read more

"...As with book one, the dialogue for me feels so natural and the situations never feel contrived...." Read more

"Beautiful story a must read for all romantic. Where you finally find a love worth fighting for and protecting and you will...." Read more

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  • D.Hart, RCIS
    5.0 out of 5 stars Terrific and heartfelt M/M love story !
    Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2020
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    Sweet romance and a second chance. Our two 35 year olds are a single Dad and a rich playboy. Gabe has led a privileged life but a lonely one. Nate and his daughter Lily, 5, are great, but Nate’s ex husband scarred his heart.
    Gabe is back in the small town, plus he’s changed. Nate is mean to the old friend, but it is short-lived.
    The cast of characters is terrific, the deep emotions are real, and the sexy times are mind-bowing and scorching hot. Lily is adorable, Gabe is so in need of acceptance and love, and Nate screws up, but redeems himself.
    A smoothly flowing tale of old thoughts being replaced by true happiness.
    Enjoy !

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  • Silverpups
    4.0 out of 5 stars Another great novel except .....
    Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2018
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    Although a stand alone, Hard To Get can be appreciated more if you read Hard To Let Go first. This is another wonderful installment in Quinn's Havens Cove series. We met Gabe in the first book and now we are able to see him as something besides a dramatic,damaged man. His and Nates story builds slowly, realistically, with well timed entrances of other members of the community/family. They work toward their well deserved HEA as real people you might know, not fairy tale cartoon characters. Very well written, looking forward to Jonah's story.

    Spoiler alert:
    The only reason for the 4 stars is that I was most disappointed in the living room scene when Nate goes looking for Gabe after their blow up. Owen, Brody and Jonah were at Owens home when Nate arrived. During the conversations, which had odd moments, Owen hit Brody several times to get him to talk. That is so totally wrong and out of context of what we learned of those men in the first book. After the way both Owen & Brody were traumatized as children, there is no way that either men, would hit each other, for any reason. Sure, men give loving shoves, pokes & nudges to each other. But actually hit each other, no way, especially not this couple! That one scene was a huge let down and I hope Quinn doesn't repeat this in future interactions between these men. Other than that it was a wonderful story.
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  • Tanja OMGReads
    5.0 out of 5 stars 5 »Fingers-crossed-hopeful« stars from me <3
    Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2018
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    5 »Fingers-crossed-hopeful« stars from me <3

    It's hard to write a review to a sequel in a series – you always want to do better (at least I do). I knew since book one that there was sooo much more to Gabe then he lead everyone else to see. Even though he came on strong toward Nate it was still endearing in a way. He's that one friend that well all know and love that is just larger than life. I loved his ability to put everyone at ease even at his own expense. And when he stood up to his father by remembering the word Lily has said to him;
    “I think a daddy would do that.” OMG I was done for.

    Nate: The way he was fighting off Gabe can be described in one word – courageous. It was so much fun watching how Gabe started to grow on him. And when he took up Gabe's challenge and finally kissed him at the lake? Good God in heaven that was something else. I could feel his pain when he was trying to right the wrongs when they fought. The “Please take me back.” was like a kick to gut. I was a crying mess. I loved his mom and how much she wanted them to work. No great love story can begin or continue without the support of your family.

    Yet another beautiful love story by Jaclyn Quinn . I'm still shocked that this is her second book. She writes these stories like a seasoned pro. I'm positive that she will be one of the best MM authors out there is a year or two. I LOVE HER BOOKS and I can not wait to read about Johan and his love match. <3
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  • Avid Reader
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very enjoyable!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2020
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    I read and enjoyed first in series but for some reason this one lingered in my TBR. After quite a few unsatisfying reads I pulled this out and so glad I did. First half was full of dynamic sexual tension. I love love love Gabe....his interactions with Lily were great and watching him reel Nate in was pure magic. Poor Nate was wound so tight and so hurt....It was equally magical watching him drop his guard.
    I'm going on to Jonah's story now....so glad I picked this one back up.
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  • A Gandy Girl
    4.0 out of 5 stars Another winner by Jaclyn Quinn!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2018
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    **4.5 Stars**
    I have to say, there is something about Jacyln Quinn's writing, stories and characters that just pull me in completely. I loved Gabe from the first book. His wit and style made me very curious about this man and his "relationship" tactics.

    Well, let's just say, he is nothing like he seems. Honest, sweet and such a devoted friend he is indeed. But there was much more to this man than met the eye and I loved him all the more.

    Enter Nate. My heavens, this was also a character who is not at all what he seemed in the first book. His pushback and protective nature was wonderfully developed. And his story is one that I honestly did not see coming. But work it did...and it certainly worked on our sweet Gabe.

    As with book one, the dialogue for me feels so natural and the situations never feel contrived. Once again I was drawn into this setting, this cast of characters, their friendships and love for another. The friendship that has been formed between Gabe and Jonah is the perfect example. These two are wonderful together.

    I eagerly await Jonah's story...he needs him something amazing and the shy ginger may be absolutely perfect. Can't wait!
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  • SwitchingRain
    5.0 out of 5 stars Blond, blue-eyes, gorgeous, strong, dark hair- brownish eyes, rich And broken
    Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2019
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    Two men of different backgrounds, lost loves , broken too to no repair. One hot and playful ready to take challenge no matter what. The other hurt and a father trying to prove he can raise his child by himself. A meeting that will have you laughing and holding your breathe. Passion that will make you reread the whole chapter. This is great. Love the characters. BRODY AND OWEN. JONAH, VICKI LILYPOP, NATE AND GABE..... Thank you
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  • Chris Greenwood
    5.0 out of 5 stars Flippin, marvelous
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 28, 2024
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    A truly lovely story, one I shan,t forget.
    This book definately should be read by everyone, gay or not.
    Can,t wait to read the next one.
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  • Liash
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loving this series+
    Reviewed in Australia on April 24, 2019
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    This series continues to impress! The characters are well written and likeable, the storyline flows well with just enough grit to keep it interesting, and the alternating POV works perfectly to allow us to see both MCs work through their conflicting feelings, fears and demons as they grow closer to each other.

    I loved that the characters from the previous book continue to play a huge role in this, and that we see their ever growing friendship. I particularly liked that Jonah saw Gabe for who he was and had his back when everyone else was worried about Gabe hurting Nate - Gabe definitely needed someone on his side and I'm glad it was Jonah.

    The plot was well executed, and everything wrapped up nicely without being rushed. I thoroughly enjoyed the read, and can't wait to read Jonah's book next. A definitely recommend from me.
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  • sophie
    5.0 out of 5 stars routing for gabe!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 8, 2022
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    I loved gabe in the first book but getting a look into his real life was needed. He is a spoilt rich playboy on the outside, but on the inside he is such a generous, loyal sensitive man who has hidden behind his persona so he doesn’t get hurt again. Nate only sees his outer self at the start but soon regrets his first impressions. Their love story is sweet funny and heartbreaking. Gabe finally gets the family he’s always wanted..even if none of them are blood related.
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  • Lindy Bateman
    3.0 out of 5 stars 3stars
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 22, 2023
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    I was looking forward to reading this book but sadly I didn't enjoy it as much as I thought I would. I was hoping it would be more fun than it was, Gabe came across as real feisty in the previous book and this book did initially start off that way, then completely lost his spark. Still readable just not one of my favourites.
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  • Mrs C
    3.0 out of 5 stars Ok
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 26, 2021
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    Started off really enjoying the book but about half way through I started to lose interest. I liked the characters but I just thought something was missing.
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