A fresh start is finally in view for Arden Winters after escaping an abusive relationship, but settling in a new town, with a new job, and a two-year-old son has its fair share of obstacles. When her car throws a fit on the way to work and dies in the parking lot, her manager offers a solution--in the form of a broad-shouldered hunk who just happens to be in the restaurant having a couple of drinks with his boss. Dash Hardt gave up on love years ago, but with one look at Arden, the shadows of his past shrink away. He begins to wonder if there's something to this "boom" his bosses have always gabbed about but cracking away the chip on Arden's shoulder that seems to weigh more than the crappy car she's driving won't be easy. Can he win her trust before the threat of her ex sends her running to another state--again? Until Arden is part of the Aurora Rose Reynolds' Happily Ever Alpha World. If you loved Until Talon and Until Jax, then you will want to read Until Arden.
"Skye's writing takes darkness and gives it spice and romance." ~ Pepper Winters, NYT Bestselling Author
Named a Rising Star in Romance by iBooks in 2015, bestselling author Skye Callahan uses fiction to explore the darker aspects of human nature. Skye's first dark romance Irrevocable was named a Top Read of 2014 by Shayna Renee's Spicy Reads, and continues to be a fan favorite.
Skye's love of reading and writing started at a young age when she was inspired by fellow Ohio native, R.L. Stine, to release her imagination by putting her own pen to paper. Prior to pursuing writing full-time, Skye received a B.A. and M.A. in History and participated in numerous local history projects including a full-length Civil War documentary for Western Reserve PBS.
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Everyone knows what to expect from one of the books in the Happy Ever Alpha series but this was missing something between the MCs, I didn't find myself sinking into my sofa in delight.
This is an okay read for me. At first, I did feel the chemistry and attraction between Dash and Arden. But the way their relationship progresses didn't feel quite fleshed out. Not sure if it's just me or their story is just short that it's not long enough for it to develop. But I do love Dash and Holden's relationship, it was so cute. I wished their story was longer to see more of their shenanigans.
Arden has finally escaped an abusive relationship & landed near a friend hoping for a new start with her adorable scene stealing tiny human. Things still aren't so simple as things tend to not always go so smoothly, and when her car breaks down, she ends up getting help from Dash, a man with some demons of his own. See Dash isn't quite the believer in the BOOM, but all that changes when he meets Arden but she's got some steel walls up. Dash was perfect in this story as he patiently showed Arden that not all men were bad, and man I fell for him so hard, especially the scenes between him & her tiny human. However, the past never seems to be at rest, and when Dash learns about hers, he's determined to protect her. Until Arden had all the feels, quite a bit of sweet, and some suspense all wrapped up in a perfect bow so you seriously don't want to pass it up! HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
As soon as I started reading, I was hooked. Dash is alphalicious and I loved how he was basically all in. The Boom is back and it was even better because I am a sucker for a single mom romance.
Arden has moved into town with her two year old following an escape from an abusive relationship. Because she is starting anew, everything seems to be going wrong including her car breaking down. Her friend and boss at the bar she works asks the gorgeous Dash to help her out. Arden doesn't take help well, not wanting to rely on anyone. Accepting help opens her up to the potential to be manipulated and controlled again.
Dash is the kind of guy that men should aspire to: patient, compassionate, protective, helpful, loving and so much more. He is the perfect man for Arden following her last disastrous relationship. He is there for Arden and accepts that she is a package with her daughter. Despite her efforts to push him away he is quietly there when she needs him to be.
I did enjoy this book very much - I did fall in love with the characters and their journey together, as well as the way that the past came back to test their burgeoning relationship. A great addition to the HEA series.
Another good story from the Boom Factory for the Until spin-offs. Arden was just wanting to find someplace new to settle down with her son…away from her abusive ex. She thinks she’s found that place but she feels like she just can’t get ahead of life when her car breaks down. Lucky for her Dash is friends with her boss and can also work on cars.
Dash has heard all about the Boom from his boss, Talon. He thinks it’s crazy talk, until he sees Arden walking around the bar he’s having dinner at with Talon. Immediately he is drawn to her and later decides the Boom isn’t so crazy after all. Dash instantly falls for Arden and her son Holden. I absolutely loved the connection Dash created with Holden. These two were so cute together.
Dash will do anything to keep Arden and Holden safe when her ex comes back to cause even more trouble. I enjoyed how these two handled everything that was thrown at them. Between her ex and even his ex.
Dash & Arden: triggers-domestic abuse, stalking, kidnapping. So this book was severely lacking for me. It's very jumpy, meaning the author would jump from scene to scene without a smooth transition. It was like jumping from letter A to letter D without smoothly walking us through B and C first. The entire book felt rushed. Also, the author didn't exactly follow the ARR formula for her “Until Him/Her” series and the “Happily Ever Alpha” world. There's a mention of the “BOOM” by other characters but there's no actual “boom” between Dash and Arden. No automatic love at first sight. The suspense aspect of the story was a bit anticlimactic, I expected way more than what the author gave us. Overall, this book was ok but not one of the best in the series.
4.5 Stars This was a real good book. I couldn't put it down. I fell for Dash rather quickly. He had me swooning big time. He may think he needs redemption for his past, but he doesn't see the great guy he is already. Arden thinks it's one bad thing after another, but the night her car gives her fits changes her life forever. Little Holden is so adorable. The scenes with him and Dash just melted my heart. With everything that Arden went through she deserves all the happiness, but it's too bad the past won't stay there. Her nasty ex won't go away quietly. There are parts of this book that kept me on the edge of my seat. It has a great mix of heart and suspense.
Ugh, bad h made me def at 21%. Just to nitpick, I had to go back and read scenes because she starts out saying it’s the 1st anniversary of the H’s moms death later it’s a couple of years ago. When he first sees the h her hair is in a messy bun then it’s in a ponytail. I would not even let it bug me if either of the mcs were likable. I read these HEA books because they are supposed to be in the style of ARR, I don’t expect them not to have the authors touch but at least give me the feels and an Alpha hero.
I appreciate that Dash had a rough past and was trying to be better. And he is always there for Arden. But I didn’t love how he has an ex from high school that he got pregnant come back in the picture, and that he cheated on his ex-fiancée with her. Or that his ex-fiancée is Arden’s boss and friend and Arden is never worried or jealous or has feelings about that.
That coupled with Arden’s ex drama and the quick pace of the story made me not totally feel their connection, and there was always too much drama for me to love them together.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Loved it! Another new to me author thanks to Aurora Rose Reynolds and Boom Factory Publishing and the Happily Ever Alpha World!! It’s like magic how Dash and Arden fit right into the Maysen world. I couldn’t put this book down. Dash and Arden each had their own personal trauma and were able to find happiness with each other (and Holden). But not without some bumps along the way. So good!
Dash has seen his buddies fall for their, "BOOM". he just doesn't think it's in the cards for him. That is until he sees the beautiful, Arden, with her young son. Now he just has to convince her of it.
Dash and Arden have an immediate connection. You can see it from their first encounter. Full of passion, suspense, love, and forgiveness. It is a love story of learning to forgive and trust again. 5 stars!
How much fun is this story?! So much! I love Dash & Arden, & little Holden steals many a scene. From the BOOM between our H & h, to Dash's bond with Holden, this story delivered lots of good feels!
We get steam & suspense, as well, AND some Mayson pop ins!😉
Single mother Arden needs help with her broken down car. Her boss mentions it to Dash and her helps her out. Slowly they developed a friendship that helps the boom grow. Her ex is back to make their lives miserable but to what extend? You will love these 3 boom. Can't forget Holden.
This was my first Skye Callahan book, and I was not disappointed. There's always a different rhythm to how a book progresses when you read a new author for the 1st time, but this was very easy to get into and become immersed in the story.
Arden, Dash, and Holden make the cutest little family I’ve read about in a while! He was so patient and loving and the way he cared for Holden brought out all the emotions ❤️
Until Arden was another great addition to the Until family. Their journey to trust, move on from the past and lean on each other was beautiful. There was chemistry, suspense and plenty of Mayson’s to keep you satisfied. Great story!
What an amazing book. Two people who never expected to fall in love. One running from her ex. And the other thinking he is a confirmed bachelor. They never expected to find each other. Great book
What an incredibly boring book! With ever page l turned, it seemed to get worse and worse. I think l started skimming about half way though, stopped ,read a few pages and went back to skimming. I love most of the "boom" books but this one horribly awful. Shirley
Until Arden was a fast paced read. I love the single patent troupe and both characters were likable but I felt the story was just ok. There wasn't really anything memorable or grabbed me. It was a solid 3 and kept me entertained
Wow, I haven’t read a bad book from Boom Factory. I’m in love with this whole series. Dash was down to earth and honest. He owned his past and was really hard on himself. He genuinely loved Arden and her baby right away. They were such a cute family