• Taken by Love

  • Love in Bloom: The Bradens
  • By: Melissa Foster
  • Narrated by: B.J. Harrison
  • Length: 8 hrs and 28 mins
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (225 ratings)

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Taken by Love

By: Melissa Foster
Narrated by: B.J. Harrison
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Daisy Honey fled Trusty, Colorado, after years of battling rumors sparked by her gorgeous looks and lust-inducing name. Now a physician on the brink of a promising career, she reluctantly returns home when her father is injured in a farming accident. Daisy expects the small-town girls who hurt her in the past to take cheap shots again - but she's completely unprepared for a run-in with tall, dark, and wickedly sexy Luke Braden, the only man who has ever stood up for her - and the man she's never forgotten.

Luke Braden is handsome, wealthy, and the best damn gypsy horse breeder in the Midwest. After a restless youth, he's finally ready to settle down - only connecting with women is nothing like connecting with horses, and he's never met a woman worth the energy. After an arrest in a neighboring town, Luke's past comes back to haunt him, and he realizes that his inability to find love runs deeper than he ever imagined.

A chance encounter sweeps Luke and Daisy into a world of passion. For the first time ever, Luke feels a connection, but Daisy's life in Trusty is anything but permanent, and Luke can't manage a future until he puts his past to rest.

Taken by Love is part of the Love in Bloom series. While it can be heard as a stand-alone novel, for even more enjoyment, you may want to listen to the entire Love in Bloom series in order. Characters from each sub-series appear in future books.

©2014 Melissa Foster (P)2015 Melissa Foster

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Sweet and Sexy

I liked this book. the story was sweet and homey. there wasn't any bullshit angst or drama. it was just a story of two people falling i love and trying to figure out their futures. I wanted something light and I got exactly what i wanted. While there are many books in the series before this one the book can be read as a stand alone. I wasn't lost at all even with other family members being mentioned. Hi-5 to Melissa Foster!!

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Narrator 3.5 his slight southern drawl was NICE!

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I need more

Now I have to read all the other books. The narrator pulls you into the story with ease. I kinda like how the suspense of the story was emotional. You really work through the past problems with daisy and Luke. I smiled through the whole book.

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Worth a read

Such a lovely love story about two people who've known each other for ages, went their own ways for a time and then met up again and after a while they realize that they are in fact in love with each other. There are a few ups and downs in their environment while they decide how they can make a life together and they eventually sort themselves out.
This was one of those books that is beautifully written, holds ones interest and I just hated that it ended, but there are others in this series so YAY!
The narration of this audiobook is superb. Such a beautiful voice.

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A very sweet and sexy tale

What did you like best about this story?

I loved the interplay between Luke and Daisy where they were both unsure of their own worth. Luke had a past he was hiding from and so did Daisy. Listening to them finally open up to each other was so emotional.

What does B.J. Harrison bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

I don't have much time for reading these days, so I would say I love to listen while doing other things. B.J. Harrison brings warmth and snark to the story which makes it all the more enjoyable.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

It's not what they say about you that matters, but who you are.

Any additional comments?

I've always enjoyed Melissa Foster's stories and Taken By Love is no exception.

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REALLY ENJOYED

Where does Taken by Love rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

THIS WAS PROBABLY MY FAVORITE AUDIBLE.
GOT A LITTLE ANNOYING WHEN THE READER WAS TRYING TO EMULATE FEMALES WITH AN ACCENT

What was one of the most memorable moments of Taken by Love?

WHEN SHE REALIZED THAT SHE WAS HOME RIGHT WHERE SHE WAS

What three words best describe B.J. Harrison’s voice?

ANNOYING AT TIMES

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

THERE IS NO PLACE LIKE HOME

Any additional comments?

THIS IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE BOOKS BY MELISSA, I ENJOYED LISTENING WHILE I WAS TRAVELING

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Great journey through a budding romance

Very enjoyable and easy to follow while I was working in the gardens. The story line was wonderful and classy romantic with a twist of slight ecstasy.

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Fun and Sassy Romance

Would you consider the audio edition of Taken by Love to be better than the print version?

Since I hadn't read this title in print I can't answer this question, however I purchased it because it sounded like it might be a light-hearted romance that would be fun to listen to at work and it completely exceeded my expectations. I really enjoyed the story line and am not looking into more of the series.

What did you like best about this story?

I loved so many things about the story. I was looking for something fun and I found it.

Which scene was your favorite?

There is a scene in the book where the community comes together to run a clinic. I loved the whole thing.

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so disappointing! dumb story and audio

completely unbelievable storylines. female character is supposed to be a doctor but overwhelmingly hung up on her high school fears. the voice for the audio sounds like a male valley girl which makes this cowboy's story even more unbelievable

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Small town love!

Taken By Love is a beautiful story of Daisy Honey and Luke Braden set in the fictional small town of Trusty, Colorado. Luke is our handsomely rugged cowboy hero who breeds Gypsy horses. Daisy Honey recently came home after completing medical school to help her dad since he injured his back. With Luke’s help Daisy learns to see her hometown with new eyes. Slowly Daisy learns to forgive the mean girls from high school. I absolutely love how Melissa tackles tough issues in her romances. With perseverance and love from Luke will Daisy decide to stay in her hometown? I read this story a few years ago and now I have listened to the audio. BJ Harrison does the narration and brings Daisy and Luke to life. BJ does an excellent job as narrator. If you love big families that always support each other then you will love Taken By Love written by Melissa Foster.

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Wonderful Visit to Trusty

Great story and I really fell in love with Daisy Honey and Luke Braden. I loved their initial meeting at the cafe where Luke saved her cake and she doctored up his wound that he used duct tape of all things to cover. Daisy has come back to help out at her family farm while making a huge career decision and has rekindled her friendship with Luke with a possibility of maybe some romance. They’ve both been misunderstood in the past and have dealt with false accusations and past misconceptions. It was nice to see him bring her out of her shell when the last thing she wants to do is be back in the town where she escaped from once graduating high school. I liked the progression of the story and how those who were mean to her in the past came full circle and gave her the appreciation and respect she more than deserved. This was a great book and a great couple and a perfect ending with everything as it should be including a call out from Dr. Waxman. I listened to this audiobook narrated by BJ Harrison. He continues to do a great job and I’m used to his narration of Margie at the diner and I thought his narration from beginning to end wrapped you up in the story.

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