Series: Trace + Olivia
Author: Micalea Smeltzer
Genre: New Adult
Release Date: September 22, 2017
Finding Olivia
Release Date: September 22, 2017
Finding Olivia
How far would you
go to find yourself?
That’s the question that’s been haunting Olivia Owens for years.
All Olivia has ever wanted to do is live and make mistakes, but her preacher father has made that impossible. She believes that her years at college will be her ticket into the real world and her chance to be wild and spontaneous.
But she’s never been able to do it on her own.
At the start of her sophomore year, she only has four things crossed off her Live List, but that’s all about to change thanks to a chance encounter with Trace Wentworth. She’s about to learn that there’s more to this reformed bad boy than just his looks and panty dropping smile.
Trace can’t explain what it is that draws him to Olivia.
All he knows is that he wants to get to know the girl with the sad smile but sparkle in her eyes.
When she tells him about her list, he knows that this is his chance to get to know Olivia Owens. Trace is determined to show Olivia that she can do all the things she’s ever wanted to do. So, he begins to help her cross things off her list, even the more outlandish requests.
What happens along the way is more than what Olivia or Trace ever expected.
Love, laughs, and a list.
That’s the name of the game when you’re Finding Olivia.
That’s the question that’s been haunting Olivia Owens for years.
All Olivia has ever wanted to do is live and make mistakes, but her preacher father has made that impossible. She believes that her years at college will be her ticket into the real world and her chance to be wild and spontaneous.
But she’s never been able to do it on her own.
At the start of her sophomore year, she only has four things crossed off her Live List, but that’s all about to change thanks to a chance encounter with Trace Wentworth. She’s about to learn that there’s more to this reformed bad boy than just his looks and panty dropping smile.
Trace can’t explain what it is that draws him to Olivia.
All he knows is that he wants to get to know the girl with the sad smile but sparkle in her eyes.
When she tells him about her list, he knows that this is his chance to get to know Olivia Owens. Trace is determined to show Olivia that she can do all the things she’s ever wanted to do. So, he begins to help her cross things off her list, even the more outlandish requests.
What happens along the way is more than what Olivia or Trace ever expected.
Love, laughs, and a list.
That’s the name of the game when you’re Finding Olivia.
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Chasing Olivia
How far would you go to reignite the spark you once had?
Two years later, Trace and Olivia are as much in love as they’ve always been. But the spark they once had for life is waning and Trace is determined that they find it again. His solution? A road trip. But he doesn’t tell Olivia the real reason they’re heading north.
Olivia is happy to go on a road trip and have more adventures with Trace. Besides, she needs a distraction from the soap opera her life has become. With college over, this is the perfect opportunity to chase down the carefree girl she once was.
But life isn’t a fairytale and you can only escape reality for so long.
Love, laughs, and a hidden agenda.
That’s the name of the game when you’re Chasing Olivia.
Two years later, Trace and Olivia are as much in love as they’ve always been. But the spark they once had for life is waning and Trace is determined that they find it again. His solution? A road trip. But he doesn’t tell Olivia the real reason they’re heading north.
Olivia is happy to go on a road trip and have more adventures with Trace. Besides, she needs a distraction from the soap opera her life has become. With college over, this is the perfect opportunity to chase down the carefree girl she once was.
But life isn’t a fairytale and you can only escape reality for so long.
Love, laughs, and a hidden agenda.
That’s the name of the game when you’re Chasing Olivia.
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Tempting Rowan
Rowan Sinclair’s life has been anything but easy. With an alcoholic mother and a sleazy stepfather, it’s been her responsibility to raise her younger siblings. At twenty-one she’s chained to a life she doesn’t want, but sees no other alternative. After all, what would happen to her brother and sister if she were to leave?
Trenton Wentworth sees the pain behind Rowan’s eyes. He wants nothing more than to make it disappear. To hold her. To love her. Except Rowan keeps everyone at a safe distance. But if there’s anyone that can break down the walls she’s built around herself, it’s Trent. So she avoids him at all costs. But Trent isn’t one to be easily evaded. He’s stubborn and determined. He’ll save this girl even if it costs him everything.
Love, lies, and deception.
That’s the name of the game when you’re Tempting Rowan.
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Saving Tatum
Even tough girls
need saving.
Jude Brooks is bad news. He’s the kind of guy that leaves behind a string of broken hearts and Tatum O’ Connor is not about to be one of those girls, despite all of Jude’s advances. They have a past, and Tatum’s determined to make sure they don’t have a future.
Unfortunately for her, “no” isn’t a word in Jude’s vocabulary.
The more she backs away, the more he pushes.
But what if he pushes too far?
Tatum’s hiding a pain that no one sees and holding on to a hurt that may never heal. Letting Jude into her heart could shatter her completely—and what if she opens up to Jude and he can’t handle her baggage?
Love is never easy—especially when the person you’re falling for is the person you blame for the worst event in your life.
Love, heartache, and despair.
That’s the name of the game when you’re Saving Tatum.
Jude Brooks is bad news. He’s the kind of guy that leaves behind a string of broken hearts and Tatum O’ Connor is not about to be one of those girls, despite all of Jude’s advances. They have a past, and Tatum’s determined to make sure they don’t have a future.
Unfortunately for her, “no” isn’t a word in Jude’s vocabulary.
The more she backs away, the more he pushes.
But what if he pushes too far?
Tatum’s hiding a pain that no one sees and holding on to a hurt that may never heal. Letting Jude into her heart could shatter her completely—and what if she opens up to Jude and he can’t handle her baggage?
Love is never easy—especially when the person you’re falling for is the person you blame for the worst event in your life.
Love, heartache, and despair.
That’s the name of the game when you’re Saving Tatum.
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WENDY'S SERIES REVIEWS
Finding Olivia
5 stars
I loved this book a lot! This was a beautiful story about finding oneself and love along the way.
Olivia was a girl who was raised to always be perfect in everything that she did. But doing what was expected of her, made Olivia feel as if she was really living her life and doing what she wanted to do. So she decided to go far away from home and try to start her life anew. She made a "Live List" and hoped to cross off all the items off her list. Her first year was barely interesting besides her roommate Avery, that is until she meet the swoon-worthy Trace. There was something that drew Olivia and Trace to each other and the story that ensues from their chance meeting was wonderful. The book followed them on journey from a friendship that grew into love.
Olivia was shy but a strong leading character. I loved that she dealt with what she was given and was trying to move forward with her life. She wanted to be free in her choices and that was inspiring that she just wanted to experience life and just live. Trace was just amazing-I loved him! He was such a wonderful guy. He dealt with some heavy things in his past but was now committed to living a good life. He was the perfect person for Olivia because they were able to bring out the best in each other. I loved that the story showed their relationship as it grew.
The story had a great flow to it and all the characters were fantastic. This book had everything-it made me laugh and cry. It was truly amazing! Definitely a must-read.
Olivia was a girl who was raised to always be perfect in everything that she did. But doing what was expected of her, made Olivia feel as if she was really living her life and doing what she wanted to do. So she decided to go far away from home and try to start her life anew. She made a "Live List" and hoped to cross off all the items off her list. Her first year was barely interesting besides her roommate Avery, that is until she meet the swoon-worthy Trace. There was something that drew Olivia and Trace to each other and the story that ensues from their chance meeting was wonderful. The book followed them on journey from a friendship that grew into love.
Olivia was shy but a strong leading character. I loved that she dealt with what she was given and was trying to move forward with her life. She wanted to be free in her choices and that was inspiring that she just wanted to experience life and just live. Trace was just amazing-I loved him! He was such a wonderful guy. He dealt with some heavy things in his past but was now committed to living a good life. He was the perfect person for Olivia because they were able to bring out the best in each other. I loved that the story showed their relationship as it grew.
The story had a great flow to it and all the characters were fantastic. This book had everything-it made me laugh and cry. It was truly amazing! Definitely a must-read.
Chasing Olivia
4 stars
I just simply loved this book! From start to finish, I couldn't get enough! I really didn't want it to end. It's been two years since Finding Olivia ended and Trace and Olivia are just in love as ever. They are such a cute couple-I love how they are just perfect for each. They remind me of people that I could be friends with in real life, just laid-back people. They kinda of settle into a mundane, going through the motions life. So Trace suggest for them to go on a road trip to spiced up their life-have adventures once again. There were motives as to why Trace wanted to do this but still there were pure intentions there. As the book progresses, you see Trace and Olivia experience both happy and sad times. But one thing was clear through it all, they truly loved each other. For me, the story had a good flow to it. Olivia was once again relatable. I can a bit of myself in her and I think that's why I really loved her character. And Trace?! What can I say about that sexy, sweet, hunk of man. I just fall more in love with him as I read the book. There was never a doubt in my mind how much he loved Olivia through everything he did for her. He truly was a good guy and I loved everything that he did and said. There were parts that were sad and emotional but also some funny parts that I couldn't stop laughing. Micalea did a fantastic job with this follow-up to Trace and Olivia's story. I'm sad to see their story end but it was magnificent. I loved everything about this book! I will definitely be re-reading this again and both Finding & Chasing Olivia have become some of my favorite books. I recommend them highly!
Tempting Rowan
4 stars
This is one of my favorite series and I was very excited to read about Trent and Rowan. Trent and Rowan have known each other since they were 16 but after one night together, Rowan ran away from the guy that she truly loved. Five years later, Trent wants her back (technically he never stopped wanting her) and he will stop at nothing to get her back. But Rowan feels that if Trent finds out about a secret that she has been holding then he will disappear from her life forever. But she gives in to him because how could she not? It's Trent the only guy she will forever want. Rowan still has her doubts but with Trent she has come out of her shell and can be free. But their relationship is not without some bumps and when Trent finds out the secret, it seems that everything will change. I was so enamored with this book from the first page. I felt for Rowan with all that she had to go through especially at her age. She was a strong woman and I admired her for that. Trent was amazing-I loved him. He had the bad-boy look but he was a total sweetheart. Their chemistry was off the charts and you could tell that they had strong love for each other. They were incredible together and it hurt me when their relationship hit a rough patch. My heart almost stopped at a certain part near the end and I was almost in tears but I'm happy to report that it all ends well. Trace and Olivia are in the book and I was so happy to see how everything turned out for them. I loved everything about this book-the writing, the characters,the storyline. It was all wonderful. This is a spectacular book that you will enjoy! Amazing read!
Saving Tatum
4 stars
I loved Saving Tatum! Once again, Micalea wrote a story and characters that are great. Tatum had some bad stuff happened to her while growing up and it seemed that she blamed one person, Jude. However, it seemed that Jude always had a soft spot for her. So in the beginning, there is a love-hate relationship between the two. Tatum didn't want to get close to him but with them working together on a paper for her class, it seems that the hardness for Jude was starting to fade. She soon discovered that the Jude she sees is completely different from the one she begins to know. As the story progresses, their relationship does too and we hope that it all works out in the end. Tatum was tough but a vulnerable heroine. She didn't want to show her real self because she didn't want to seem weak especially with what happened to her brother. But Jude brought her out of self and she was able to become "herself" again. Oh Jude! He was a total sweetheart. You couldn't deny the love and affection that he had for Tatum. I loved that he was able to break down her defenses. There is so much more to Jude. I didn't think that any guy would give the Wentworth brothers-Trace and Trent, especially Trace-a run for their money but Jude definitely is up there. I loved this whole story and this series! I'm so sad that it has come to end. But it is definitely one I would re-read whenever I need something good to read. If you're a fan of this series, then you will love this book as well!
Author Bio
Hi.
I’m Micalea. Ma-call-e-uh. Weird name, I know. My mom must’ve known I was going
to be odd even in the womb. I’ve written a lot of books. Like a lot. Don’t ask
me how many, I don’t remember at this point. I have an unhealthy addiction to
Diet Coke but I can’t seem to break the habit. I listen to way too much music
and hedgehogs have taken over my life. Crazy is the word that
best sums up my life, but it’s the good kind of crazy and I wouldn’t change it
for anything.
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