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Always On My Mind (The Sullivans) Mass Market Paperback – April 29, 2014

4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 2,428 ratings

Can you find forever…a second time?

After a tragic loss three years ago, Grayson Tyler leaves his life in New York City behind and starts over in the rolling hills of the California coast. He's convinced himself that all he'll ever need again is the blue sky, a thousand acres of pasture and the crashing waves of the ocean.

That is, until the day Lori Sullivan barges into his life and promptly blows his emotionless and solitary world to shreds. Her passion and fire drive him crazy, as only a woman nicknamed Naughty can. But will Lori be able to convince him that it's safe to love her…and that forever isn't actually out of reach?

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"Sensual, empowered stories enveloped in heady romance." –Publishers Weekly

"The perfect combination of sexy heat and tender heart." –Barbara Freethy, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author

"Bella Andre writes warm, sexy contemporary romance that always gives me a much needed pick me up. Reading one of her books is truly a pleasure." –Maya Banks, New York Times Bestselling author

"I can't wait for more Sullivans!" –Carly Phillips, New York Times Bestselling Author

"Loveable characters, sizzling chemistry, and poignant emotion." –Christie Ridgway, USA Today Bestselling Author

"I'm hooked on the Sullivans!" –Marie Force, Bestselling Author of Falling For Love

"No one does sexy like Bella Andre." –Sarah MacLean, New York Times Bestselling Author

"The chemistry is explosive!"
–Reading, Eating and Dreaming blog

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New York Times bestselling author Bella Andre is known for “sensual, empowered stories enveloped in heady romance” (Publishers Weekly). Winner of the Award of Excellence, the Washington Post has called her “one of the top digital writers in America.” Married with two children, Bella splits her time between Northern California and the Adirondacks. You can visit Bella online at www.BellaAndre.com.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ MIRA; Original edition (April 29, 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Mass Market Paperback ‏ : ‎ 304 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0778316173
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0778316176
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 5.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4.16 x 0.8 x 6.65 inches
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    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 2,428 ratings

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Bella Andre is the New York Times, USA Today, Publishers Weekly and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of "The Sullivans", "The Maverick Billionaires", "The Morrisons", and the NYT bestselling "Four Weddings and a Fiasco" sweet romance series written as Lucy Kevin.

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Having sold more than 8 million books, Bella Andre's novels have been #1 bestsellers around the world and have appeared on the New York Times and USA Today bestseller lists 83 times. She has been the #1 Ranked Author at Amazon (on a top 10 list that included Nora Roberts, JK Rowling, James Patterson and Steven King), and Publishers Weekly named Oak Press (the publishing company she created to publish her own books) the Fastest-Growing Independent Publisher in the US. After signing a groundbreaking 7-figure print-only deal with Harlequin MIRA, Bella's "The Sullivans" series is being released in paperback in the US, Canada, and Australia.

Known for "sensual, empowered stories enveloped in heady romance" (Publishers Weekly), her books have been Cosmopolitan Magazine "Red Hot Reads" twice and have been translated into ten languages. Winner of the Award of Excellence, The Washington Post called her "One of the top writers in America" and she has been featured by Entertainment Weekly, NPR, USA Today, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and TIME Magazine. A graduate of Stanford University, she has given keynote speeches at publishing conferences from Copenhagen to Berlin to San Francisco, including a standing-room-only keynote at Book Expo America in New York City.

If not behind her computer, you can find her reading her favorite authors, hiking, swimming or laughing. Married with two children, Bella splits her time between the Northern California wine country, a 100 year old log cabin in the Adirondacks, and a flat in London overlooking the Thames.

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Customers enjoy the book's romance, humor, and character development. They find the love story sweet, with some spice and heat. The book is described as entertaining, funny, and lighthearted. Readers appreciate the great characters and their personalities. They describe the writing quality as well-written, easy to read, and creative. The Sullivan family is praised as wonderful and great to read about.

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131 customers mention "Romance"124 positive7 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in the book. They find it sweet, with some spice and heat that keeps them interested. The love story is described as loving, passionate, and successful. The epilogue and second meeting are appreciated. Readers appreciate the heartfelt dialogue and great storyline.

"...This is a very touching and romantic story and it also shows how difficult it can be on a celebrity when it comes to his private life...." Read more

"...The storyline was engrossing, causing me to laugh, cry and groan. Heartfelt, honest and credible dialogue aligned well with the story, and once again..." Read more

"...Overall, a great read. This one was a perfect ending to this branch of the Sullivan family...." Read more

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86 customers mention "Humor"86 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's humor. They find it entertaining and heartwarming, with a lighthearted tone and an enjoyable beach read. The story is described as sweet, easy to read, and satisfying their reading joy.

"...You will love this story, it will make you laugh, it will make you mad and it will make you cry. And the ending OMG the ending I cried like a baby...." Read more

"...Writing creative, sensual and heat-filled love scenes, is something Bella Andre does brilliantly. Her scenes were believable, passionate and sexy...." Read more

"...Grayson was just fighting the love he felt for her. This is a funny, well-written, and interesting romance." Read more

"...She's a lighthearted mischief maker who embraces each new member of the family without reservation...." Read more

43 customers mention "Character development"43 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the character development. They find the characters Lori and Grayson great with an energetic personality. They appreciate that other family members are included from previous books. The characters are described as strong, interesting, and a fitting reflection of the author's story.

"...Naughty, aka Lori Sullivan, is the sort of vivacious character that I adore - fiery, passionate, intelligent, sassy and fun...." Read more

"...men and women who love them are all high achievers and strong, fascinating people...." Read more

"...I'm telling you this girl is SASSY. Basically, she has the best personality ever. She cracked me up throughout this entire novel. &#..." Read more

"...The story line, the main characters, the secondary characters all come together in a wonderful, heartwarming, sexy book...." Read more

42 customers mention "Sexiness"42 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's likability. They find it well-written and touching, with an engaging story and lovely setting. The characters are endearing and the humor is enjoyable.

"...Her scenes were believable, passionate and sexy. The storyline was engrossing, causing me to laugh, cry and groan...." Read more

"...on My mind was quick witted, fun, HOT, sad & heartbreaking but also sweet and romantic. And I can't wait for Rafe's story and more Sullivan books...." Read more

"...intriguing about it taking place in the rural one horse, but lovely town, of Pescadero, CA, just over the mountains from the millions of people in..." Read more

"...THE SERIES: If you are looking for something SWEET and SEXY then The Sullivans companion series by Bella Andre is absolutely perfect for you...." Read more

35 customers mention "Writing quality"35 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the writing quality of the book. They find it easy to read and enjoyable, with smooth, creative, sensual love scenes. The writing is described as creative, quick-witted, and fun. Readers appreciate that the book is written in a local city.

"...Writing creative, sensual and heat-filled love scenes, is something Bella Andre does brilliantly. Her scenes were believable, passionate and sexy...." Read more

"The series of "The Sullivan's" is one of the most fun, well-written, and interesting series you will find!..." Read more

"...She brings him back to life. Always on My mind was quick witted, fun, HOT, sad & heartbreaking but also sweet and romantic...." Read more

"...That said, it is still a very good series with smooth consistent writing and good plots despite the sameness...." Read more

34 customers mention "Family life"34 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the family life in the book. They find the Sullivans to be a wonderful family to read about, and they wish they were part of it. The series is described as a great love story with each book focusing on a different family member.

"...This is a true Friends - to lovers read. Then you have Smith & Valentina's book...." Read more

"...The strong family characters woven throughout are fabulous. Rereading the entire series is definitely in my future." Read more

"...book in the series but it was still good and great to see the whole family together again...." Read more

"...a large, one-of-a-kind family that’s made up of 8 magnificent and unique siblings. Chase – Photographer (The Look of Love)..." Read more

17 customers mention "Insight"12 positive5 negative

Customers enjoy the book's insights. They find the stories inspiring and thought-provoking, with characters who understand life and its complications. The book is described as heartwarming and well-written.

"...the sort of vivacious character that I adore - fiery, passionate, intelligent, sassy and fun...." Read more

"...Sullivan men and women and the men and women who love them are all high achievers and strong, fascinating people...." Read more

"...Sometimes, when feeling sarcastic, too much perfection (throughout the whole series) can be annoying but if you are up for HEA and beautiful people..." Read more

"...I really loved this book. Lori is so fun and full of life and Grayson is quiet and solemn. She brings him back to life...." Read more

16 customers mention "Heat level"16 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's warmth and romance. They find the Sullivan family warm and wonderful. The books leave readers with a feeling of closeness and laughter.

"...She brings him back to life. Always on My mind was quick witted, fun, HOT, sad & heartbreaking but also sweet and romantic...." Read more

"...parents now, and, thankfully, Mary and Jack had more spark, fire, warmth, passion, feeling, and verve than any of their kids have displayed in 8..." Read more

"...Sweet story with some spice and heat that kept me interested from page 1 till the very last page...." Read more

"...takes us on a wonderful journey into our minds and the Sullivan family is so warm and wonderful and don't we all wish that we had that kind of..." Read more

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  • Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2013
    I was not familiar with Bella Andre or her work but for some reason almost a year back a few of her books caught my eye. They happened to be the first 3 in "The Sullivan's" series. I put them in my wish list for later review. Every time I was in the wish list I saw them and said maybe next time. Well finally I went to her webpage and saw there was an entire series (8 books) so I was in between series or waiting for new releases to my existing series when I said what the heck I'll give it a shot. I'm so glad I did. You're probably wondering why I didn't review each book, well if you're like me if I start a series and it grabs me I continue reading nonstop so it ends up being one big fat book. That's what happened here.

    This series absolutely needs to be read in order starting with Chase & Chloe's book. How he found her wrecked on the side of the road and brought her to his brothers vineyard. How he instantly fell in love with her. Then Marcus's book (the eldest brother) which broke my heart when his girlfriend of two years was caught with another man in her bed. How he meets Nicola (Nico a pop star) and finally gives in to his feelings. Then you have Gabe & Megan's book and not to forget little Summer (Megan's daughter). Gabe saved Megan and her daughter from an apartment fire that could have turned out very deadly. In this story the attraction is there but Gabe swore he would never get involved with another victim until the sweetheart of a little girl pulls all the stops out. Then you have Sophie and Jake's story. Sophie has always had a serious crush on Jake since the age of 5, as they got older Jake had feelings for Sophie but was warned by his best buddy Zach and the other Sullivan brothers that their sisters are off limits. Sophie had other ideas and the Nice (nickname given as a child) was more naughty when she finally set her sights on what she really wanted. Then you have Zach & Heather's book and summer plays a part in this one. She wants her Uncle Zach to dog sit her brand new puppy cuddles. Okay so you have a man who is known as a playboy toting around a small puppy named cuddles. In comes Heather a dog trainer. Heather has sworn off men because of her father and his lies and she refused to live like her mother. Zach plays the field but has no intentions of settling down and leaving a wife alone like what happened to his mother when his Dad died unexpectedly at a young age. This story I found a little darker but loved it none the less. Then there is Ryan and Vicki's story. Vicki was Ryan's best friend all through high school and he made a promise to her when she saved his life. She called him on that promise. This story is very emotional and touching as are all of them really. The attraction Ryan and Vicki have for each other goes way back, but they didn't want to ruin their friendship. This is a true Friends - to lovers read. Then you have Smith & Valentina's book. Smith a very well-known Movie Star, producer, who has his pick of females. But he knows they only want him for the celebrity not the man. In comes Valentina, she is the manager of Smith's co-star Tatiana Landon. Smith can't afford any distractions, he is risking everything to produce and star in his film Gravity. BUT he can't stop thinking of Valentina. This is a very touching and romantic story and it also shows how difficult it can be on a celebrity when it comes to his private life. Valentina is not a stranger to actors and swore she would never get involved with one ever. The feelings between these two is undeniable and thank god they succumb.

    And that brings us to Always on my Mind, Lori & Grayson's story and what a story it is. Like with the others I don't want to give the story away and spoil the reader's enjoyment. Lori is a dancer, sassy mouthed, tenacious and in your face. I love her in all the books. She knows how to push everyone's buttons and she talks and talks. She is the only Sullivan that has not found her significant other. But when something happens involving her boyfriend of two years Lori runs. She leaves her show and leaves her life and runs. She's not ready to go home to her family and be put through the 20 questions so she rents a car and ends up in Pescadero CA applying for a farmhand position. Thinking the farm owner will be an old man and she can give it a try for a month. In comes Grayson and he's not old, he's hot, built and irresistible but has shut himself off from feelings and people for three years, very grumpy, not very friendly and wants her out of there. She is stirring up feelings he has not allowed for three years and he needs her gone. But Lori is a whirlwind he had not expected. You will love this story, it will make you laugh, it will make you mad and it will make you cry. And the ending OMG the ending I cried like a baby. This story was an emotional roller coaster and I loved every delicious minute of it.

    Mary Sullivan did right when raising her children and watching them grow up and become very very successful both in business and in love. Now maybe it's her turn for a 2nd chance at love. We'll have to wait and see what the next phase of the Sullivan's will bring us. I understand the Seattle Sullivan's could be showing up soon. I can't wait. Bella Andre I give every single one of your books 5* and I will most def read them again.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2013
    You could wonder whether accomplished author, Bella Andre could successfully deliver an eighth novel in The Sullivans series; keeping true to the characters and their individualism, as well as keeping the interest alive. Well, I truly enjoyed Always on My Mind! So, yes, I think she did!

    Naughty, aka Lori Sullivan, is the sort of vivacious character that I adore - fiery, passionate, intelligent, sassy and fun. She was also empathetic and compassionate, touched with a tender vulnerability, beautifully captured by Ms Andre. Leaving Chicago emotionally battered and scarred, she arrived in Pescadero in glittery clothes and with determined optimism. Unwilling to cry wolf to her loving family, she sought temporary solace in the quiet rural atmosphere, with the purpose to regroup, and decide her next step in life. Dancing had been her life. It no longer held the allure it once held and she was lost.

    From the moment the initial flurry of energy, sequin clad Lori, erupted into Grayson's quiet, ordered, purposefully secluded life, he knew he was in trouble. Not only did her beauty transfix him, her determination impress yet rile him; Lori's insistence in trying to 'heal' him caused him to be malicious in his reactions towards her. Despite his grumpy and bossy exterior, Lori was convinced that this "super, crazy, wicked hot" man was a man worth her time and her continual forgiveness. Despite being angry that she had been dropped into his life out of the blue, blowing "his emotionless world to shreds", it was impossible for him to ignore someone so irritating yet irresistible. "Lori Sullivan wasn't just Naughty, she was a force of nature."

    Such passion, antagonism, and lust was sure to combust, and when it did - it was HOT! However, it was not just their delicious sizzle that kept me reading. It was the intuitively written journey from emotional destitution of Lori and Grayson to affecting healing that kept me captive. (and at times, teary too!)

    Writing creative, sensual and heat-filled love scenes, is something Bella Andre does brilliantly. Her scenes were believable, passionate and sexy. The storyline was engrossing, causing me to laugh, cry and groan. Heartfelt, honest and credible dialogue aligned well with the story, and once again, her Epilogue left me positively yearning for the next book in the series. Thank you Bella Andre, thank you!
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  • Dizzy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Dizzy
    Reviewed in Australia on April 26, 2018
    I have bought all the San Francisco Sullivan's except Mary's. Then jumped onto the Seattle lot💕💕💕💕 Desiree u won't be disappointed!!
  • CanGirl19
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best Sullivan Yet!!!!
    Reviewed in Canada on March 24, 2013
    I've read all of the Sullivan books, and really love this series! I have to say that this has to be by far my favorite!!!! Never expected to like Naughty's story more than Chase's or Gabe's or Sophie's or Ryan's or Smith's....LOL, but I have to say this is the best of the bunch!!!!! Loved, loved, loved Grayson!!!! Something about a Cowboy!!!! Throughout the story, I felt an emotional tug in my heart for these two wounded souls!!!! You just can't help falling in love with them. They are just so perfect for each other! I'm so happy Bella Andre finished the series with these eight brothers and sisters on such an amazingly high note!!!! Now, I can't wait to read about their cousins!!!! I hope there are lots more Sullivans, cause I can't get enough of them!!!! :D
  • Sparky Gal
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent item
    Reviewed in Canada on February 1, 2019
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  • Karen Gooderham
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love this series
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 30, 2015
    I totally love this series by Bella Andre. I love these books with the whole family connection going on and you learn more and more about the family as you work your way through the series.

    This is Book 8 and it features choreographer Lori Sullivan, nicknamed 'Naughty' and farmer Grayson Tyler. Lori has left her job and needs time to re-assess her life, she doesn't want to go home to her family while she decides what to do and so heads to Pescadero where she isn't known by anyone. She gets a job as a farmhand on Grayson's farm, after a lot of persuasion. He is not really happy about it.

    Loved learning about this two and looking forward to the next one now.
  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Sullivans
    Reviewed in Australia on July 15, 2016
    Thoroughly enjoying The Sullivans series.