Crave

Publisher's Summary

Hadley Jacobs is over Machlan Gibson. 

Sure, she’ll always be a little weak to the dimple in his right cheek and the way his five o’clock shadow makes him ruggedly handsome. But that’s not enough to cover every other thing about him because they all drive her nuts. Like how he won’t admit he’s wrong even when he knows it and how he drives his stupid car a million miles an hour on wet asphalt. As she rolls back into town and takes a seat at Crave, she won’t take the bait. She’s over him. Mostly.

Machlan isn’t over her. 

It’s not because he hasn’t tried. He reminds himself over and over that she’s not the girl for him. After all, she drives him insane with her sassy attitude and the way she calls him out on everything. She beats him at poker, even though she doesn’t know the difference between a straight and a flush, and when she looks at him with her bright, blue eyes, it’s unnerving. When she climbs onto that bar stool and orders a drink, he puts it in front of her and ignores the sparkle in her eyes. He’s not over her, but she won’t know that. 

But she does know that. And he knows she’s not as over him as she’s pretending to be. When life forces their hand this time, there’s more on the line than a pile of poker chips. It’s their forever. 

Crave is a second-chance standalone romance in a new small-town, blue-collar series from USA Today best-selling author Adriana Locke. Join listeners everywhere as they fall in love with the delicious Gibson Boys.

©2018 Adriana Locke (P)2018 Adriana Locke

Such amazing narrators, wonderful story!

I have never listened to books narrated by Kai & Wen. As soon as I started listening, their voices drew me in, as did the storyline. I have found my new fave narrators, most definitely and will want to listen to more audiobooks done by them. The way they did this story each doing the male and female characters respectively was the highlight for me and Kai's beautiful deep voice just sealed the deal!! I kid you not.
So much to love about this amazing and beautiful story of family, love, the past, the present, what ifs and whats to come!
Machlan, what on earth are you doing??!! I often wondered this but then he would endear himself and all was right again!
I really loved both Machlan and Hadley! We learn some things that occurred in the past and you get the feeling they really are not over things between them but can Machlan go after what he wants or does he run?!
Lets just say this story has quite a few bumps and some drama but what it all comes down to is family and who you need by your side!
I also absolutely loved Nana and Peck! Everything they said was just so good you cant help but want to know more from them both!
Crave is a heartfelt read that will pull you in till you come out at the end feeling like all is hopefully right in the world!
The support network in this book is gold and I think the author has nailed this story to perfection!
An absolute must listen audiobook!

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Love This One in Audio!

Dual narration is normally not my thing, but I love it with Adriana Locke’s stories, and I love these two narrators!

I have a "thing" for bartenders, so I have been looking forward to Machlan Gibson. We know him as the youngest of the Gibson boys, the owner of the local bar- Crave, and the quiet and moody one. What we don't know, until this story, is the heartbreakingly beautiful story of why Machlan is so quiet and moody, including the story of his relationship with Hadley.

Hadley comes back to town to tie up loose ends with her brother's best friend, and her childhood sweetheart, Machlan. Of course, things don't go as planned for Hadley. It's fun to watch the banter and passion between the two as they both, in their own way, try to deal with the past and present feelings.

With each of these stories, we get amazing relationships with family and friends. I love how they are all intertwined. You get an amazing setting that makes you feel in the scene with the characters. This is one of Adriana Locke's better stories, and I highly recommend it, as well as the series.

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Craving a great story

I absolutely loved this read/listen. There is nothing better than an Adriana Locke book and this series is great. Hadley and Machlan are great and you can’t stop rooting for them in this second chance book. There was no disappoint and cannot wait for the. Ext addition in this series. Kai kennicott and Wen Ross did not disappoint with their narration they keep you wanting to listen and not put it down

So much more than a second chance love story

Machlan and Hadley have been in love since they were kids. However life's obstacles got in the way. At first you think it is just immaturity but then you learn it is so much more. This is a story of immaturity, facing life changing decisions, maturity, strong and loving family ties, some comedy, a Nana that holds the family together, and a love that is strong enough to keep two people fighting to make it work. This book is truly an inspirational and emotional rollercoaster.

Add to this story the voices of Wen Ross and Kai Kennicott and you have a book that is hard to put down. These two narrators put so much emotion into their storytelling. I received this Audible book in exchange for an honest review. I highly recommend this Audible book.

MAC

I loved this book so much. This second chance romance hit the right spot. Learning to overcome past memories to learn from them and learn to live in the present. Learning to forgive and moving on. Ms. Locke knows how to weave a great loving story. I had moment when I sniffled a bit over some sweet moments. This is a must read and listen. Can't wait to read the books.

Hadley and Machlan Will Tug At Your Heartstrings

I've been a fan of Adriana Locke's Gibson boys since way back in CRANK (Book 1). Hard-working, hard-loving, bad boys gone good, these brothers (well, and their cousin, because who in the world could forget Peck?!) captured my heart. In CRAVE, we finally get Machlan's story, and it is so worth the wait, because Machlan Gibson will win you over in a big way.

As second-chance love stories go, CRAVE knocked my socks off, with Adriana giving Machlan and Hadley a love story not soon forgotten. They share a history that is both heartbreaking and unbreakable, keeping them tethered together no matter how hard each of them tries to move on. These characters drew me in, winning my heart at every turn with their depth and their passion.

Adriana writes small-town romance with heart and heat, and CRAVE is one of her best. An easy 4.5 stars, my bet is that you'll be smiling through your tears and rooting for love to win. Kai Kennicott and Wen Ross do their usual wonderful job capturing the spirit of the story, and the personalities of the characters. Listening to them bring to life a story that I already loved was extra enjoyable. Suggestion, though...make sure that you have the Kleenex handy before you start listening.
And, if you haven't yet met the rest of the Gibsons, do yourself a favor, and get to know them all. You'll be glad that you did.

My first Wen/Kai narration and I loved it!

Crave is the third book in The Gibson Boys series. I read the book then listened to the audio and I even though I knew what was going to happen, I was sucked into the story listening to Wen and Kai. I loved how they brought these characters I already loved to life!
Ya'll, these brothers. I can't even with them! When I first started this series I didn't have a favorite and that's very unlike me. Now that I've met Walker, Lance and now Machlan, I still don't have a favorite! (Cross too!) I love them all for such different reasons. Walker is tough and mouthy. Lance is smooth and sexy. Machlan is broody and tortured. I have a soft spot for the tortured soul and Mach just needs a really big Kara hug! Machlan and Hadley have a long history. Not only is she his first love, she's also his best friend's sister, so this one got me right in the feels with the second chance romance and the best friend's sister! At first you think it's love hate, but there's zero hate. It's all foreplay. Sizzling chemistry, wounded hearts. Lust, love, promises. Machlan has always loved Hadley. They were happy years ago, but he never thought he was good enough for her and he let her walk away. Now she's back to prove to herself that she can be over Machlan. But seeing him isn't helping the way she thought. His protectiveness and jerkiness isn't a turn off at all and what does that say about her? Machlan can't stay away from her. He knows he should, but he always knows when she's close to him and he can't deny himself anymore. One kiss lights their lives on fire again, but can it last? Will this finally be their time? Can they get over their shared past and hurt and make the leap? This story! I cried for them. I laughed with them. I swooned with Hadley and I smirked with Machlan. There's so much more to Machlan than I thought. I loved watching him realize his worth and finally making a decision. Of course, I loved seeing the Gibson brothers again along with a few surprise visitors. The Gibsons give each other such a hard time, but they love each other! I love the way they interact and I just have to say I love the way they curse even when Nana smack them. I loved seeing the girls again and see what's going on with them. Overall, it was like visiting with old friends. I laughed, cried, got hot and bothered and smiled. A lot. I can't wait to see what Peck gets up to next!

Raw emotion

WOW is not the word truly to explain the way Kai and Wen read this story. It was absolutely one of RAW EMOTION. Hadley and Machlan's story is very angsty and they have to overcome so much to get to the end. As you listen to the story you can feel each character growing and healing. The way Kai and Wen read it gave it so much more depth and meaning to the characters healing. BUT to have Peck and Nanna in it also gave us humor and life.

I always think that these two narrators can't top their next story, then I get their next story by Adriana Locke and they proved me wrong. AMAZING performance on all accounts!

Kai Kennicott & Wen Ross make the hot factor go up

Machlan and Hadley will make you feel everything! Elizabeth @ Carolina Chic’s Read

Machlan and Hadley have a lot of baggage in their past and it all involves each other. As you learn of the secrets the hold together your heart will break a little. But you can’t expect to get your happiness easily; and theirs comes with a lot difficulties.

In this story you get all the Gibson boys and a lot of Peck... you may even see some Landry’s too!

Kai Kennicott & Wen Ross make the hot factor go up

wow!!

I loved this!!!
I already loved this book!
Kai and Wen done an amazing job!
they really brought this story to life!
I didn't think it could get any better but it did!