I love reading about teenagers that find themselves and find love in the process as well. So, if you want just a feel good read Rachel Hawthorne's books are definitely for you.Īnd while this book wasn't earth shattering or life changing it is still worth the read. I know some don't so I would imagine these books wouldn't be for everyone but I love to read something light and fluffy every now, I am after all a hopeless romantic. The fluff reads you need on a bad day that will put a smile on your face and melt your heart just a little bit. I can always count on picking up one of her books and getting exactly what I want from them, a quick fast, sweet read that will give you that 'awww' moment that you are looking for. Her novels have appeared on bestseller lists, including USA Today, Waldenbooks, and most recently, the New York Times. Her novels have been selections of the Doubleday and Rhapsody Book Club.

Her novels have been recognized with a RITA, Romance Writers of America’s most prestigious award for excellence, a HOLT medallion award honoring outstanding literary fiction, a Romantic Times Reviewer’s Choice Award, five Texas Gold Awards, the Golden Quill Award, the Rising Star Award as well as other awards and recognitions. She received a Romantic Times Career Achievement Award for Americana historicals. When she received her BA degree in psychology from the University of Texas, she had no idea she had gained a foundation that would help her to create believable characters-characters that are often described as “real people.” She writes for both adult and young adult readers. She enjoys weaving both heritages through her stories.

Her 'dual' nationality has given her a love for all things British and Texan. Lorraine was born in Watford, Herts, England, but soon after moved to Texas. Rachel Hawthorne, who also writes as Lorraine Heath and Jade Parker, is the daughter of a British beauty (her mother won second place in a beauty contest sponsored by Max Factor® during which she received a kiss from Caesar Romero-who played the Joker on the old Batman TV series) and a Texan who was stationed at Bovingdon while serving in the air force. (also writes romance under Lorraine Heath) Aka Jade Parker and also writes with her son as J.A.

Thrill ride by rachel hawthorne