Random Acts of Hope - Julia Kent

Random Acts of Hope

By Julia Kent

  • Release Date: 2014-07-29
  • Genre: Contemporary Romance
Score: 4.5
4.5
From 125 Ratings

Description

A STANDALONE NOVEL IN THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES

She dressed professionally, wearing a plum-colored fuzzy v-neck sweater that contoured to the swell of a rack I remembered so well, legs encased in a slim pencil skirt that embellished those creamy hips I could imagine naked with a flicker of memory, lips painted fire-engine red and that maniac-inducing fifties pin-up girl look that I'd dismissed as silly when the girls in college wore it - but that made her smoking hot.

Down, boy.

Charlotte, my ex-girlfriend, had to be here, of all places. At a bachelorette party where I was a stripper, dressed in a cop uniform with pants that suddenly got way too tight.

And she had to be so fine.

"Ooooh, honey, you're one big officer," said a sultry voice behind me as I watched Charlotte in the other room, chatting with the bride.

A hand stroked my hip and hesitated before sliding a bit lower, filling a palm.

"Arrest me, Officer. I've been a bad, bad girl."

With one look at the source of the voice, my night went from Oh, man to Oh, no.

That voice? That hand?

That was my mother.

* * *

Random Acts of Hope is the fourth book in the romantic comedy Random series, and features guitar player Liam McCarthy from the band, Random Acts of Crazy. Five years ago, Liam and his girlfriend, Charlotte Greyson, were deeply in love. When a betrayal eviscerates them both, each clings to their separate truths as an anchor to navigate the perfect storm.

But when the biggest ego in the band reconnects with the only woman who stole his heart, sparks fly in this sequel that asks whether you can believe in the impossible without sacrificing every ideal you hold - in order to find a love bigger than you ever imagined.

Reviews

  • AH-MAZE-BALLS

    5
    By 5 Sexy Stars
    Random Acts of Hope was amazing! It was funny, sexy, sad & tugged at your heart strings all in one. I do believe that it was the best Random Acts books to date. The way Julia Kent developed Charlotte & Liam's characters was perfect! Julia Kent continues to amaze me with her awesome writing skills! I LOVE what's upstairs in her head! She is one awesome person!
  • Another great one!

    5
    By Lauraucf
    I received this book as an advanced reader copy. I felt this book was a wonderful complement to the previous books in the series. It was very touching extremely emotional. It also had great insight into what women go through in life. My favorite parts were the funny one liners and inside jokes. Great job as always!!
  • Loved it

    5
    By katlg31
    I just love this series! This is Liam and Charlotte's story, you will laugh, cry and fall in love with the characters and the story. You can read it as a standalone, but I would suggest that you read them all, they are all great. Julia Kent is a great writer and I love all of her books.
  • Might be my favorite....so far!

    5
    By kek219
    Loved it! Ms. Kent's 'Random Acts' series gets better with each addition. I loved this story of Charlotte and Liam. It had everything...strong characters, laugh out loud moments, angst and a great ending. I cannot wait for the next installment. While 'Random Acts of Hope' can be read as a stand-alone, I HIGHLY recommend reading the series in order, starting with 'Random Acts of Crazy'. You will not be disappointed. **Received an ARC for an honest review.
  • This was sooooo worth waiting for!

    5
    By jbebout1295
    I received an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. When I saw this book, I literally did a happy dance. I have been waiting for it none too patiently, and I have to say the wait was sooooo worth it. This fourth installment in the Random series has bad boy sex god of the band, Liam, running into his ex-girlfriend Charlotte, the only girl to ever break his heart. Julia Kent gives us a front row seat for all the fireworks that ensue as this couple precariously tries to navigate their way back to each other. The characters in this series are so well-rounded and real that you can’t help but become totally invested in their lives. I was especially drawn in by Liam and Charlotte’s story; the way the pain of their past and hopes of the present are so totally interconnected. You just can’t help but root for them though. Although not as lighthearted as some of the other books in the series (though it definitely does have its moments), this is definitely one of the best books in the series. If you’re looking for a book that will capture your interest as well as your heart, this is the book for you.