The Book Blog: ***Blog Tour Stop and Giveaway*** Surviving (A Surrender Novel) by Ahren Sanders

Raven Hayes experienced a love she thought would last forever. Declan Collins consumed her from the moment she fell into his arms. Their love was what fairytales are made of. But when his band is given an opportunity of a lifetime, he made the one choice that would tear them apart.

Walking away from him and leaving for the summer seemed to be the best idea to mend a broken heart. With the love and support of her best friend, the pain eases, but a decision has to be made. Is Declan her forever? Is she prepared to have a place in his rock star life?

Declan’s broken when Raven leaves. She tamed him and taught him what all- consuming love is. So many factors tried to pull them apart, but his choice was the one to push her away and possibly into the arms of another man. Losing her is not an option. Now he’ll do anything to get her back. And this time she will never doubt the depth of his love and commitment to her.

The journey to their happily ever after is paved with obstacles and challenges, will their love survive?

*Due to graphic language and explicit sexual situations, this book is recommended for readers 18+.

Sandy B's Review

I Surrender to Ahren Sanders! 4 SOLID STARS

I suggest you read Book #1 SURRENDERING before reading SURVIVING. Go ahead, read them, you won't be sorry. They are both very entertaining reads. In Surviving we pick up where Surrendering left off with Declan and Raven. Raven has taken off to Paris after feeling jilted by Declan. That's the way she sees it after Declan chooses his band over her. Who shows up on the plane to surprise Raven? Long time bestie Finn. Turns out Finn has always loved her. I loved Declan. I also loved Flinn. Actually, I loved the entire supporting cast in this kinda sorta but not really a love triangle story by Ahren Sanders. We find out quickly that Raven & Finn are not meant to be. Honestly, I'm glad because I read a series that dragged this out and that ending pissed me off!

Anyway, back to Declan....

Once again Declan's jealousy and temper get the better of him. He is self destructing without a Raven. Not wanting to spoil this book for you I can say that here you will find everything you look for in a satisfying read. It is angsty, it is funny, it is hot, very hot, yet we experience pain and heartache here. We become witness to these two people, though they love each other, have issues to work through if they are going to survive as a couple. One of the elements that is different here is that the danger that is hinted at in Surrendering becomes very real in Surviving. Watching Declan's band climb the fame ladder is also interesting cause by this time these guys feel like old friends. After all is said and done this was a great conclusion to the series. Would I read Ahren Sanders next book? Absofreakinglutely!

Ahren spent her formative years living in an active volcano. There her family made collectible lava art. She studied rock collecting at the Sorbonne in France. There she met the love of her life-her pet pig Sybil. She returned to the states and started writing. She is happily married to a guy who used to live under a bridge and she met while pole-dancing. They have one amazing daughter. Now, meet the real me. I’m a wife, mother, and full-time Human Resource Specialist. Living on the Florida coast, my family spends a lot time at the beach which is my favorite place to get lost in books. I started writing my first novel, Surrendering, in the spring of 2013 and have received incredible support from the Indie community. I’m so excited to share my story and hope you enjoy reading the story of Raven, Declan and their crazy flock of friends.