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When Fates Collide Box Set
Sometimes everything in life must crash and burn so that life may begin again.
When Fates Collide
Life can change in the blink of an eye. One moment, Lily is trapped in a loveless marriage. In a split second she is free, but at what cost? Her mundane life is set into a freefall of tragedy and terror. Her husband may be out of her life, but he left a storm of collateral damage behind and the burden is on Lily to sort it out.
Fate connects Lily with Gavin, a charmingly handsome British gentleman that has been drawn into her tangled circumstance. Gavin is everything Lily’s husband wasn’t and gives her hope that love really does exist. Gavin wants nothing more than to sweep Lily up and carry her off into the sunset, far away from the devastation left behind by her husband. Gavin has been the first breath of fresh air in her life, but she isn’t looking to be saved. She needs to clean up her husband’s mess and find a way to save herself in the process.
Does she throw caution to the wind and open her heart? Or listen to her head that tells her and go it alone until she’s found herself again?
When Fate Isn’t Enough
Can a romance that was written in the stars survive real life? Lily Clark and Gavin Edwards met when their lives collided in a crazy twist of fate. Their relationship started amidst chaos, fraught with lust, passion, and love. Building a life together will take more than destiny, especially when ghosts from their past try to tear them apart.
Needing a fresh start, Lily decides to escape her life in Washington, DC to join Gavin in London. Trust and faith have never come easily to Lily. She’ll be put to the test now that she and Gavin are living under the same roof.
To make matters worse, trouble finds Lily wherever she goes. She thought she’d rid herself of her late husband’s demons, but she soon learns that when you make a deal with the devil, he often comes back to up the ante. Can she learn to let Gavin in or will she continue to fight her battles alone? Find out what happens When Fate Isn’t Enough.
When Fates Align
Why would fate bring them together only to tear them apart? Lily and Gavin were brought together in a clash of tragedy and chaos. Amid the ashes of lives gone wrong, they thought they found a second chance at love. With trouble from their previous lives lurking around every corner, they quickly learned that love from a star-crossed romance isn’t enough to survive. Lily has slipped through Gavin’s fingers, and he feels as though he’s been sentenced to an eternity in hell. But if he’s going to perish in the ninth circle, everyone responsible for coming between him and Lily will go down with him. Perhaps their love was never meant to be. But, if he’s learned anything from his time with Lily, it’s that sometimes everything has to crash and burn before life can begin again.
When Fates Collide
Life can change in the blink of an eye. One moment, Lily is trapped in a loveless marriage. In a split second she is free, but at what cost? Her mundane life is set into a freefall of tragedy and terror. Her husband may be out of her life, but he left a storm of collateral damage behind and the burden is on Lily to sort it out.
Fate connects Lily with Gavin, a charmingly handsome British gentleman that has been drawn into her tangled circumstance. Gavin is everything Lily’s husband wasn’t and gives her hope that love really does exist. Gavin wants nothing more than to sweep Lily up and carry her off into the sunset, far away from the devastation left behind by her husband. Gavin has been the first breath of fresh air in her life, but she isn’t looking to be saved. She needs to clean up her husband’s mess and find a way to save herself in the process.
Does she throw caution to the wind and open her heart? Or listen to her head that tells her and go it alone until she’s found herself again?
When Fate Isn’t Enough
Can a romance that was written in the stars survive real life? Lily Clark and Gavin Edwards met when their lives collided in a crazy twist of fate. Their relationship started amidst chaos, fraught with lust, passion, and love. Building a life together will take more than destiny, especially when ghosts from their past try to tear them apart.
Needing a fresh start, Lily decides to escape her life in Washington, DC to join Gavin in London. Trust and faith have never come easily to Lily. She’ll be put to the test now that she and Gavin are living under the same roof.
To make matters worse, trouble finds Lily wherever she goes. She thought she’d rid herself of her late husband’s demons, but she soon learns that when you make a deal with the devil, he often comes back to up the ante. Can she learn to let Gavin in or will she continue to fight her battles alone? Find out what happens When Fate Isn’t Enough.
When Fates Align
Why would fate bring them together only to tear them apart? Lily and Gavin were brought together in a clash of tragedy and chaos. Amid the ashes of lives gone wrong, they thought they found a second chance at love. With trouble from their previous lives lurking around every corner, they quickly learned that love from a star-crossed romance isn’t enough to survive. Lily has slipped through Gavin’s fingers, and he feels as though he’s been sentenced to an eternity in hell. But if he’s going to perish in the ninth circle, everyone responsible for coming between him and Lily will go down with him. Perhaps their love was never meant to be. But, if he’s learned anything from his time with Lily, it’s that sometimes everything has to crash and burn before life can begin again.
1266 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 13, 2015
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About the author
Isabelle Richards
12 books575 followersIsabelle Richards spent years as a speech writer before tacking fiction of her own. An avid reader of all genres, Isabelle is drawn to romance novels as they provide an escape from daily life. Through her complex cast of characters, Isabelle creates a sanctuary for readers to dive into for a break from reality.
When she is not writing, Isabelle works as an advocate for persons with disabilities in Washington, DC. Her two yellow labs are her writing partners, although they frequently sleep on the job.
When she is not writing, Isabelle works as an advocate for persons with disabilities in Washington, DC. Her two yellow labs are her writing partners, although they frequently sleep on the job.
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July 21, 2015
When Fate Collide Box-Set ~ Isabelle Richards
AMAZING 5 STARS!!!
WOW!!! Let me tell you how bloody grateful I am to read this as a box-set..... Otherwise I would have gone slightly CRAZY with that cliffhanger especially at the end of book #2....
I couldn't put it down... Yes I didn't sleep enough as I didn't want to stop reading this AMAZING series.
OMG!!! Gavin Edwards is one SEXY guy.... The way Isabelle wrote him to the point he's a really Brit guy! *swoon* Could've throttle him at times lol but he definitley makes it up. Lily is one SASSY girl, love her witty comebacks!
Thank you Isabella for an amazing series, really love her writing style, kept me on my toes!! Hopefully I get a decent night sleep now that I have finish....
AMAZING 5 STARS!!!
WOW!!! Let me tell you how bloody grateful I am to read this as a box-set..... Otherwise I would have gone slightly CRAZY with that cliffhanger especially at the end of book #2....
I couldn't put it down... Yes I didn't sleep enough as I didn't want to stop reading this AMAZING series.
OMG!!! Gavin Edwards is one SEXY guy.... The way Isabelle wrote him to the point he's a really Brit guy! *swoon* Could've throttle him at times lol but he definitley makes it up. Lily is one SASSY girl, love her witty comebacks!
Thank you Isabella for an amazing series, really love her writing style, kept me on my toes!! Hopefully I get a decent night sleep now that I have finish....
July 31, 2015
Awesome series! Loved Gavin's character, especially with Lily. Now Max, James and Liam need their own stories!
June 20, 2016
4 and a half stars. For the most part this was a 5-star read. It was very well-written, I loved Gavin and Lily, and the story was pretty unique. I was a little disappointed with the last book, Richards lost that balance between their romance and the drug cartel drama. The ending was really unsatisfying. While the books tended to drag at times, she completely rushed the ending of the story. Once the drug cartel drama was resolved, she glossed over the romance. I wish she would've devoted as much detail to the end of the romance story as she did to everything else. Also, she devoted so much time to Em, Max, Liam, and James, that it would have been nice to see a resolution, especially Em and Max. I really hope she writes a novella with an extended epilogue and separate books for Em and Max and James' story.
August 3, 2015
Gavin and Lily.
I could NOT put this box set down!
Snarky, amazing, humorous turmoil, love and desperation.
A romantic roller-coaster ride.
With bare - minimum editing issues, this set was extremely well written, good enough to read again.
Always a shame when a story has to end, but the way this story goes...loss and redemption has never been so good.
I tend to be frustrated when stories intertwine sickly rich men with less fortunate women. But this, this was AMAZING!
I could NOT put this box set down!
Snarky, amazing, humorous turmoil, love and desperation.
A romantic roller-coaster ride.
With bare - minimum editing issues, this set was extremely well written, good enough to read again.
Always a shame when a story has to end, but the way this story goes...loss and redemption has never been so good.
I tend to be frustrated when stories intertwine sickly rich men with less fortunate women. But this, this was AMAZING!
August 28, 2015
This is a must read.
This book had everything. Lily and Gavin love them. Lily is hysterical. Gavin is amazing. I couldn't put this book down. The book brings you in right from the beginning. Lily is my hero. Trust me, you will love this book..
This book had everything. Lily and Gavin love them. Lily is hysterical. Gavin is amazing. I couldn't put this book down. The book brings you in right from the beginning. Lily is my hero. Trust me, you will love this book..
July 29, 2015
When Fates Collide Box Set is truly an amazing set of full length novels by Isabelle Richards. When Fates Collide, When Fate Isn't Enough and When Fates Align are all apart of this collection. After reading the first book, you will definitely want to find out what happens next to these amazing characters. You will quickly want to devour all three of these novels so you can see how the story ends. This boxed set is definitely worth buying all at once. Make sure you have time set aside to read because once you start it, you will not out it down!
In this fantastically crafted story, you meet Lily Clark and Gavin Edwards. They have been brought together under tragic circumstances. Fate has twisted itself to place them in the most unforseen series of events that neither of them could have prepared for. Just when they think they can move beyond their past, it always finds a way to come back to haunt them .
Lily is lives in Washington D.C. and is a smart, savy headstrong woman who is trying to make the best of the situation she finds herself in the center of. Her past has made her cautious, and forces her to keep everyone at an arms length. She is loyal to a fault and is determined to do what is necessary to overcome whatever comes her way.
Gavin Edwards is a multi-billionaire from London who runs his family's corporation for military technology. His past has been filled with being in the spotlight and is used to living life on his own terms. He is loyal and determined to help others in anyway he can, even if it is from themselves.
Isabelle Richards is a true genius for creating this brilliant storyline. The characters are so real and believable you will instantly fall in love with them. As you read and experience each twist and turn in the elaborate plot, you will be forced to experience every emotion under the sun. It is quite possible you will both love and Hate Isabelle as she pulls at your heartstrings while creating both the triumphs and hardships necessary for completing this story. In the end, if you are new to her as an author, I am certain you will instantly become a fan! I know I certainly am! I look forward to reading more of her work.
In this fantastically crafted story, you meet Lily Clark and Gavin Edwards. They have been brought together under tragic circumstances. Fate has twisted itself to place them in the most unforseen series of events that neither of them could have prepared for. Just when they think they can move beyond their past, it always finds a way to come back to haunt them .
Lily is lives in Washington D.C. and is a smart, savy headstrong woman who is trying to make the best of the situation she finds herself in the center of. Her past has made her cautious, and forces her to keep everyone at an arms length. She is loyal to a fault and is determined to do what is necessary to overcome whatever comes her way.
Gavin Edwards is a multi-billionaire from London who runs his family's corporation for military technology. His past has been filled with being in the spotlight and is used to living life on his own terms. He is loyal and determined to help others in anyway he can, even if it is from themselves.
Isabelle Richards is a true genius for creating this brilliant storyline. The characters are so real and believable you will instantly fall in love with them. As you read and experience each twist and turn in the elaborate plot, you will be forced to experience every emotion under the sun. It is quite possible you will both love and Hate Isabelle as she pulls at your heartstrings while creating both the triumphs and hardships necessary for completing this story. In the end, if you are new to her as an author, I am certain you will instantly become a fan! I know I certainly am! I look forward to reading more of her work.
January 9, 2016
Pros is this was a awesome series. I was so sad it was over, but I guess I can sleep now. Gavin is the ultimate dream British guy and so nice. The author did a great job at helping us actually feel what he is feeling. Finally a bad as* female character who is not just waiting for guy to save her and she has great sarcastism that is hilarious. I did hate her continuous debate about every insecurity in her head.
The cons of this series is the first book dragged and was a bit boring compared to the last two books but I'm glad I stuck it out. Then what the heck, unless there are going to be additional books; why were there not any other couples settled by the end. I am so confused about Max feelings the most, Em, James and Liam. Then what happened to Lily's career and did they find her necklace. There are a lot of missing pieces and I hate that. Who came to there wedding; where is Ilsa. God. I want to know. How are they with kids. Maxs job position, Gios love at first sight. Oh will the photographer in 2nd book like any of the guys. Questions and I hope another freaking book. Pleaseeeee! And soon because I am not reading all that again to remember what happened.
The author needs to work on their endings. People like happily ever after but we want to know their future. Now we are stuck wondering what will happen with everyone after marriage.
The cons of this series is the first book dragged and was a bit boring compared to the last two books but I'm glad I stuck it out. Then what the heck, unless there are going to be additional books; why were there not any other couples settled by the end. I am so confused about Max feelings the most, Em, James and Liam. Then what happened to Lily's career and did they find her necklace. There are a lot of missing pieces and I hate that. Who came to there wedding; where is Ilsa. God. I want to know. How are they with kids. Maxs job position, Gios love at first sight. Oh will the photographer in 2nd book like any of the guys. Questions and I hope another freaking book. Pleaseeeee! And soon because I am not reading all that again to remember what happened.
The author needs to work on their endings. People like happily ever after but we want to know their future. Now we are stuck wondering what will happen with everyone after marriage.
October 7, 2015
This review is for the entire When Fates Collide Series
A nice combination of romance and intrigue. The crime drama and characters develop in front of our eyes to envelope us in the world of Gavin’s and Lily’s tale. Lily is smart mouthed and funny but not to the point of annoying. There is plenty of heartwarming LOL dialogue (internal and not) that endears us to Lily. Book 2 was my favorite of the series with its richness of new and secondary characters and unfolding personalities. There is a depth to their story, as it pours out onto the pages. As if the author can’t get it out fast enough, as if there’s plenty to tell and there’s no holding back on the beauty, the lightness, and the gore. Unfortunately, the very same details that I appreciated in books 1 and 2 became more tiresome than welcoming in book 3. I really could have been spared the tedium of the day in and day out matters of life. Overall, a very endearing story.
A nice combination of romance and intrigue. The crime drama and characters develop in front of our eyes to envelope us in the world of Gavin’s and Lily’s tale. Lily is smart mouthed and funny but not to the point of annoying. There is plenty of heartwarming LOL dialogue (internal and not) that endears us to Lily. Book 2 was my favorite of the series with its richness of new and secondary characters and unfolding personalities. There is a depth to their story, as it pours out onto the pages. As if the author can’t get it out fast enough, as if there’s plenty to tell and there’s no holding back on the beauty, the lightness, and the gore. Unfortunately, the very same details that I appreciated in books 1 and 2 became more tiresome than welcoming in book 3. I really could have been spared the tedium of the day in and day out matters of life. Overall, a very endearing story.
July 30, 2015
I just finished this wonderful series and miss it already!!! Gavin is such a amazing British lead and Lily is a tough American lead that just work so well together!! So many emotions run through their story and I loved all of it!! Constant suspense thrilling your way through this sexy story, leaving you on the edge one minute and happy and fulfilled the next!! Isabelle sure did a wonderful job making me fall in love with all her characters. There were many times I swear I could hear Gavin's British accent, almost being able to picture them on their adventure!! I enjoyed all the twists and turns never really knowing exactly where the story was going. There were a few surprises that had me reeling!!! Thanks Isabelle for writing such a masterpiece, I honestly can't wait to read your book!!!
October 20, 2015
There isn't anything wrong I can say about this series. I absolutely LOVE Gavin and Lily. The way they found each other is right out of a story book if you ask me. Gavin's need to protect, love and cherish Lily makes you feel like you're floating on cloud nine. I can't tell you how many times I got hot under the collar for all his dirty talk. Lily is the friend you ALWAYS want to have around. She has this underestimated bravery that takes everyone by surprise. With each page that I turned I fell more and more in love with Gavin and Lily, their relationship, and their unbreakable bond that grew stronger as the story went on. I will definitively read this story again for all the laughs and jaw dropping surprises that came my way.
August 10, 2015
Gavin Edwards!!
Remember that name because he's all you're going to be thinking about once you've read this series!! He is the ultimate book boyfriend!! Isabelle Richards has a reader for life, these were the first books I've read from her and it will most definitely not be the last.. The characters were extremely well developed and the story just flowed across the pages..I spent many a night up until 3am just lost in the world of Gavin and Lily...
Fate can sometimes be an evil B#### , and at others be the best thing to happen... Do yourselves a favor and pick up this fantastic series and give it a try, you'll definitely be glad you did..
Remember that name because he's all you're going to be thinking about once you've read this series!! He is the ultimate book boyfriend!! Isabelle Richards has a reader for life, these were the first books I've read from her and it will most definitely not be the last.. The characters were extremely well developed and the story just flowed across the pages..I spent many a night up until 3am just lost in the world of Gavin and Lily...
Fate can sometimes be an evil B#### , and at others be the best thing to happen... Do yourselves a favor and pick up this fantastic series and give it a try, you'll definitely be glad you did..
August 5, 2015
Unbelievable!!!!
I'm not going to bore you with another synopsis of this book! I believe that I paid .99 for this box set, which is a ridiculous amount in lieu of the fact that I would have paid at least $5.99 a piece for such a fantastic series! I read 3-4 books a week and this box set was by far the best I've ever read. If you hesitate to purchase this set for whatever the price, shame on you! You will be passing up a wonderful story with great characters, humor, HOT sexy scenes and loaded with intrigue and danger! Ms. Richards, you are one terrific writer...
I'm not going to bore you with another synopsis of this book! I believe that I paid .99 for this box set, which is a ridiculous amount in lieu of the fact that I would have paid at least $5.99 a piece for such a fantastic series! I read 3-4 books a week and this box set was by far the best I've ever read. If you hesitate to purchase this set for whatever the price, shame on you! You will be passing up a wonderful story with great characters, humor, HOT sexy scenes and loaded with intrigue and danger! Ms. Richards, you are one terrific writer...
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August 28, 2015I just finished the first book in the trilogy and I'm not sure I want to finish.
I love love love love love love Gavin, but I was so sick and tired of Lily's mood swings. I am a moody chic myself at times, but she tops it! She has the sweetest, greatest, most considerate man ever and she constantly has to pick fights and act like a b$#%*. I never think this way of a female lead, but she was definitely one. I constantly had to control my anger towards her.
So yeah, I'm walking away from this book for awhile and maybe I'll come back and finish at a later date.
I love love love love love love Gavin, but I was so sick and tired of Lily's mood swings. I am a moody chic myself at times, but she tops it! She has the sweetest, greatest, most considerate man ever and she constantly has to pick fights and act like a b$#%*. I never think this way of a female lead, but she was definitely one. I constantly had to control my anger towards her.
So yeah, I'm walking away from this book for awhile and maybe I'll come back and finish at a later date.
August 15, 2015
I saw this on Amazon for .99 cents and figured I couldn't go wrong! Well worth the price for the boxed set. There is a love story between Lily and Gavin interwoven in with Cartels, Mafia and Gangs. Lily's husband is killed in a hit and run along with Gavin's wife who are knee deep in drugs and money laundering. This all comes back on Lily when the mafia wants the $5 million back that she has no clue about. Good read!
September 1, 2015
Just couldn't finish
People do not really speak this way, do they? It was awkward. I couldn't get past the first few chapters. It felt like I was reading a deposition. It was terrible. I would like my money back, but I only paid 0.99, it isn't even worth that. I will most likely never read anything else from this author. Too much fluff and she tried to hard to make this a good story.
People do not really speak this way, do they? It was awkward. I couldn't get past the first few chapters. It felt like I was reading a deposition. It was terrible. I would like my money back, but I only paid 0.99, it isn't even worth that. I will most likely never read anything else from this author. Too much fluff and she tried to hard to make this a good story.
January 26, 2016
This story was entirely too slow, I couldn't connect with the characters, I made it to 9% and it just couldn't hold my attention anymore. I had a feeling it would be predictable based on what I read and I skimmed through all 3 books and it was. Loads of drama with a weak ending. When you've read as many books as I have over the years it takes a great story line and writing to impress me. This book did neither.
May 12, 2016
This was a GREAT read. It was well written and kept you on your toes. I gave it 3 stars because there were parts where it felt like it dragged, especially in the beginning. Besides the few parts that dragged, I really enjoyed the relationship between Lily and Gavin and the way it unfolded but mostly, OMG the action packed scenes! It's an awesome read!...minus the many parts I thought made it a drag.
March 30, 2016
I just finished this series and I think I'm in book coma it was that good!!!! Gavin and Lily are off the charts romance perfection. The suspense and detail that the author put into this book will keep you flipping the pages. The series is steamy, suspenseful, and touching. Gavin....there are just no words for him. I love Isabelle's novels and I am hoping she will give Em her own book (seriously she needs it!!!!)
August 12, 2015
Enjoyable series. Liked the heroine, for the most part, she definitely stood up for herself in places and I liked that she was secure in her relationship as the book went on. Yes, there were issues to sort out but for the most part there was no wishy washy feelings of what if this doesn't last/am I good enough. This was particularly true in the final book.
August 8, 2015
I couldn't have loved this trilogy more! It had everything...love, heartbreak, suspense, laughter, happiness, worry...I could go on and on! Gavin is pure yummy perfection! There is nothing sexier than a hot, strong, British man! ;-) Lily is a kick-ass character like no other! I loved her, too! This is definitely a must read!
August 27, 2015
A Must Read!
I am so glad I decided to read this. When Fates Collide is a new favorite! The depth of the characters is off the charts. You can't help but to adore Lily and her spunk. Gavin and his accent... yummy! Em is the best friend all women want. Seriously, incredible set. You won't be disappointed!
I am so glad I decided to read this. When Fates Collide is a new favorite! The depth of the characters is off the charts. You can't help but to adore Lily and her spunk. Gavin and his accent... yummy! Em is the best friend all women want. Seriously, incredible set. You won't be disappointed!
March 17, 2016
I absolutely loved this trilogy. If I could give it more than 5 stars I would. Not only did the author pull us in from the very beginning. The characters along with the supporting characters were just amazing. They had so much depth. I loved the storyline. It truly was something new and exciting that you don't often see in a romance novel. Loved Gavin and Lily.
August 22, 2016
I really enjoyed this trilogy. It went far beyond my expectations and the love story was awesome with a whole lot of stuff in between. I never expected this to be such a murder/mystery and although it was it always stayed in the essence of a love story. Loved it.
July 25, 2015
Wow!!
This book was so intense I couldn't put it down... so much was going on my head was spinning but in a good way...the author did a marvelous job capturing every feeling every word...
This book was so intense I couldn't put it down... so much was going on my head was spinning but in a good way...the author did a marvelous job capturing every feeling every word...
September 30, 2015
Sad to see it end!
I absolutely loved this series!! There is drama, suspense, love, romance, humor...the list goes on and on. Great storyline, and sequence of events! Gavin and Lily are an amazing couple. But you meet so many friends that you fall in love with also.
I absolutely loved this series!! There is drama, suspense, love, romance, humor...the list goes on and on. Great storyline, and sequence of events! Gavin and Lily are an amazing couple. But you meet so many friends that you fall in love with also.
October 7, 2015
4 stars
I enjoyed this series but found the plot to be so in depth that it took away from the emotions. I found myself skimming at times because it was a bit long. I enjoyed the romance and love and was sad at how abruptly it finally ended.
I enjoyed this series but found the plot to be so in depth that it took away from the emotions. I found myself skimming at times because it was a bit long. I enjoyed the romance and love and was sad at how abruptly it finally ended.
December 15, 2015
Awesome story!
Love that parts of Lily and Gavin's story takes place 'across the pond'. The extra detail of London and surrounding areas adds to their story. Wishing for a little more of the HEA, maybe more to come in Emily's story?
Love that parts of Lily and Gavin's story takes place 'across the pond'. The extra detail of London and surrounding areas adds to their story. Wishing for a little more of the HEA, maybe more to come in Emily's story?
July 20, 2015
And she finishes the book...
...just as amazingly as she wrote the first two in the series.
This author can put a real series together! I couldn't put it down!
...just as amazingly as she wrote the first two in the series.
This author can put a real series together! I couldn't put it down!
August 16, 2015
Great books!
I couldn't stop reading once I started! It was exciting and romantic! I wish there was more Gavin and Lily story's!
I couldn't stop reading once I started! It was exciting and romantic! I wish there was more Gavin and Lily story's!
August 17, 2015
Great book! Love the characters and storyline. Couldn't put the book down.
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