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Lady Luck

Book 3 in the series:Colorado Mountain

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Lady Luck by Kristen Ashley is a gripping tale of love, revenge, and resilience. The story follows Lexie Berry, who has faced constant bad luck and finds herself under the control of a gang leader in Texas. When she is asked to pick up Ty Walker, an ex-convict seeking revenge against those who wronged him, their lives take a dramatic turn. Ty offers Lexie a deal to marry him in exchange for a fresh start after he gets his vengeance, leading to a practical arrangement that blossoms into a deep love. The book delves into themes of redemption, loyalty, and overcoming dark pasts, with a suspenseful plot involving corrupt cops and framed accusations.

The writing style in Lady Luck is described as emotionally engaging, addictive, and filled with rich character development. The author, Kristen Ashley, expertly weaves a complex and gritty story that keeps readers captivated from start to finish. The characters, especially Ty and Lexie, are portrayed as flawed yet real, with a sense of nobility and strong emotional connections that drive the narrative forward. The book touches on themes of family, friendship, and the resilience of the human spirit, creating a compelling and heartwarming story.

Characters:

The characters are well-developed with personal struggles that contribute to their dynamics and the overall emotional impact of the story.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is characterized by emotional depth and a blend of humor, reflecting the gritty reality of the characters' lives.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot intertwines themes of vengeance, romance, and societal issues, showcasing the journey of two characters overcoming their past struggles.

Setting:

The setting plays a crucial role, providing a rich backdrop that complements the themes and character development.

Pacing:

The pacing varies, starting slow but eventually providing a gripping emotional journey that captivates readers.
My eyes went out the passenger-side window, through the two guard towers, down the long tunnel created by two sides of high, cinder-block-walled fence topped with razor wire circling through lines of ...

Notes:

Ty Walker was wrongfully imprisoned for five years.
Lexie Berry has had nothing but bad luck throughout her life.
Ty meets Lexie immediately after being released from prison.
Ty and Lexie's initial arrangement is a marriage of convenience.
The story explores themes of vengeance, love, and honesty.
Ty is known in criminal circles and struggles with his past.
Lexie is cautious but recognizes something special in Ty.
The book touches on issues of racism and wrongful conviction.
The relationship between Ty and Lexie develops quickly under intense circumstances.
Kristen Ashley's writing is noted for its emotional depth and strong characters.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings include references to racism, imprisonment, violence, and elements of corruption.

Has Romance?

The book features a strong romance between the main characters, Ty and Lexie, developed through emotional depth and attraction.

From The Publisher:

Is love in the cards?

Since birth, Lexie Berry has had nothing but bad luck. Orphaned at an early age, she had a rough childhood and a boyfriend who was murdered. Now the beautiful, stylish Lexie is determined to change her luck and her life. But first she's got to make good on a promise: to pick up Ty Walker from prison. One look at the gorgeous ex-convict and Lexie knows she's in trouble-and already thinking about taking a walk on the wild side . . .

For five years, Ty was imprisoned for a crime he didn't commit. Now he wants revenge on the people who framed him. Yet when the high-stakes poker player sees the leggy Lexie, he suddenly has other desires on his mind. When Ty tells Lexie that he's innocent, she tries to stop his plan for vengeance and help him become a better man. But as Ty battles his inner demons, dirty cops and criminals plot to take him out. Can he and Lexie find a way to escape the past?

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1 comment(s)

Incredible
11 months

Another of my all time favorites.

I loved the book and the characters. Read it for the first time about 5 years ago and I have read it more than 6 more times. It just never gets old.

 
 
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