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What the Heart Wants: An Elemental Romance (Soulmate Series Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Kelli McCracken (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 701 ratings
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A recurrent dream.

A fated encounter.

A destiny neither can deny.

Heaven Lewis needs a break—from college, from relationships, from her life. After arriving in L.A., her vacation plans are thwarted by chaos. Encountering a celebrity wasn't on her to-do list. Neither is dating him. But the more time they spend together, the more his soul speaks to hers.

Dylan McBride is desperate to find the girl haunting his dreams. When he meets Heaven, her presence calls to his soul, awakening a desire so primal, he struggles to control it. A simple glance, a tender touch, even the sound of her voice electrifies his body. As much as he craves her, there’s more than a physical attraction drawing them together. Dylan can sense Heaven’s emotions.

As the mysterious connection between them deepens, Dylan uncovers a secret that proves his and Heaven’s destinies intertwine. Yet telling her the truth won’t be easy. Outside influences threaten to keep them apart, and a horrific encounter puts Heaven in danger. Dylan must find the courage to tell her the truth or risk losing the woman whose fate is linked to his.

What the Heart Wants is the first installment in the Soulmate Series. If you like captivating romances with suspense, soulmates, and supernatural twists, you’ll love Kelli McCracken’s compelling take on love, fate, and destiny.

Buy this mesmerizing romance today!


***Message From the Author***

This book ends in a cliffhanger, but the good news is that you can begin reading the next book in the series. See below for the series reading order.

Soulmate Series Reading Order:

What the Heart Wants: Soulmate 1

What the Heart Needs: Soulmate 2

What the Heart Takes: Soulmate 3

What the Heart Desires: Soulmate 4

What the Heart Seeks: Soulmate 5

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B006F75RHI
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Twin Flames Press; 1st edition (November 26, 2011)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 26, 2011
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2822 KB
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  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 337 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 701 ratings

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Kelli McCracken

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Kelli McCracken is a USA Today Bestselling Author of paranormal romance and rock star themed contemporary romance. She loves penning sexy stories that stir emotions and tantalize the senses.

Most days you’ll find Kelli knee-deep in chocolate bars, coffee, and kooky characters. She is a connoisseur of chocolate, professional percolator, and a master in the art of procrastination.

When she’s not writing, chatting with readers, or plotting her next story, Kelli loves to read, listen to music, and most of all, spend time with her family. She resides in Northeast Kentucky, is the mother of four, and is happily married to her husband, James.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Soulmate novel! LOVED IT!
Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2013
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What the Heart Wants by Kelli McCracken
Review by Hetty, BestSellers & BestStellars of Romance

I was fortunate enough to get What the Heart Wants for free from Amazon on a daily sale deal. I felt like I won the free book lottery with this one! You never know what you are going to get or what to expect when downloading a free book. But this one is a winning ticket!

I will not hide the fact that I am not a huge fan of paranormal. But everyone has their loopholes. Mine come in the form of angels and soul mates. I was hesitant to read this book at first since it was categorized as paranormal romance but the potential of reading an excellent soulmate novel piqued my interest.

What the Heart Wants is the perfect example of a soulmate romance done right. It was the perfect mix of reality and fantasy. Just the right supernatural touch to quench my specific, unique taste for paranormal.

You know what else I love? Rock stars! Dylan was delicious. YUM! He is a fantastic character that brought a lot of depth to this story. Dylan was ready for something more, something meaningful. But he can't escape the image of the beautiful angel from his dream. This consistent dream he has been having since he was very young. Was she really out there?

Heaven also has a re-occurring dream about a handsome stranger. She finds herself in love with this man but she doesn't know if he actually exists. For years she has been longing for this man, her other half. Heaven cannot shake the feeling that he is meant for her and the possibility of meeting him... She cannot get over the pull she has to those dark eyes.

They dream about each other! THAT IS JUST SO PERFECT!

And then they meet...

Dylan figures out their special connection before Heaven does. He waits to reveal his feelings in order to ensure she feels the same way. I was NOT so patient while waiting for her! When they finally get on the same page, sparks are flying! I could feel their emotions and passion. The way they savor their bond. Smokin' hot!

Dylan is completely taken by Heaven. Now that he has FINALLY found her, he refuses to let her go. Dylan is willing to make extreme, life altering choices to ensure sure they will be together as they are destined to be. He is stunning and endearing.

I feel like a wish was granted and all these amazing elements I adore were marvelously arranged in this work of words. Hook, line, and sinker. LOVE THIS BOOK!

Kept me up until 6 AM! I honestly couldn't believe I did that. But I needed to know what happened! And then the ending left me wondering what was coming... good thing What the Heart Needs is available now.

Highly recommended! Buy your copy today!
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Samantha LaFantasie
4.0 out of 5 stars Despite the editing flaws, a fantastic read!
Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2012
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I found Kelli's voice in this book compelling. Her story unfurled in such a way that it kept me turning the page, wanting to know more about the characters. I found myself immediately drawn to Dylan (though you never learn his name till chapter 3, I think), with his struggle in dealing with his dreams and the girl that remained out of reach, if she even truly existed. I even felt connected and related to Heaven (though her name through me through a loop) when she too struggled with her own dreams and the one guy that remained out of reach. Little did either of them know that they will soon find out that not only were they both real, but neither of them could live without the other.
This story was gripping. I felt extremely disappointed in the way it ended, but knew that there will be a second soon. So, can't wait for that. I'm especially curious as to what twists and turns will the second one bring that will bring this story to a close. Will Heaven and Dylan actually make it down the isle? Or will those who continue to stand in their way finally find a way to separate those two forever?

My only complaints about this book is the lack of editing it had and the sex scene was lacking in my opinion. Words were missing in some sentences, missing commas and other grammatical errors even words that were mixed up completely like Her instead of He. These threw me out of the story and made it difficult to get back involved in it. Great story, but I certainly hope there will be less errors in the next book. :)
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Jacque
3.0 out of 5 stars Great cover!
Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2013
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Let me start with what lured me into to reading What the Heart Wants - the cover. I was immediately captured and swept away by how sweet yet seductive the cover is. I found it to be a perfect representation of the two main characters, Dylan and Heaven. Both are strong and well written. I found the struggles they had to endure a perfect balance of anguish and sweetness - just enough of both to keep it from being too saccharin sappy or wailing ugly cry story.

What the Heart Wants was touted to be a paranormal story. The paranormal aspect of this book is the psychic connection between Dylan and Heaven. I do not necessarily consider that a paranormal commodity but that is this reader's personal opinion.

The one thing I truly have to give author Kelli McCracken props to is the excellent cast of supporting characters. Like a house of cards each one of them was an added element that, if went missing, the story would have collapsed. I do wish the next book were about one of them. And speaking of the next book...

Of course, this is a series and with all series, there is quite a cliffhanger. You will have to read the book if you want to know what it is. I certainly cannot wait to find out what happens next. Over-all What the Heart Wants is delightful afternoon read for anyone wanting a romantic escape from reality.

I received this book from JeepDiva in exchange for my honest review. The opinions and rating of this review are solely mine and in no way was I compensated.

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MacFrank Family
5.0 out of 5 stars First time reading this Author
Reviewed in Canada on September 11, 2020
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I had never heard of this author until she came across my feed. This book is a introduction to a new series. I enjoyed learning all about Dylan & Heather and all their friends. I hated the cliff hanger ONLY because I want the next instalment. Pick it up it won’t disappoint!
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Catherine Leigh
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in Australia on December 8, 2020
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I really enjoyed this book, it’s so unique. I loved the storyline, triplets is a lot to take in but it works so well - each girl is so different, with their own personalities.
Heaven is an amazing girl, that’s dreamed of this same boy/guy her whole life.
It’s so well written with interesting twists and turns.. can’t wait to read book 2.
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Krissy
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfectly Written!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 19, 2013
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Wow! This book was perfectly written! It hooks you in from the beginning because you want to know what connection they have and why they have this connection. You start to feel jealous of the connection that they have and start wondering how you can have a connection with someone aswell.

It was a refreshing change to have a rock star story where the rock star wasn't an obnoxious drunken s*x addict! Dylan doesn't come across as a rock star he seems like a very humble man who hasn't let fame go to his head.

This book is part of a series and there are a few loose ends left over and I feel that I need to find out what happens to them. I am interested in Dylan and Heavens life and how things progress with them. I like the sound of Dylan's mum and would be happy to see more of her in the next books.

I would love it if the other sisters have stories of their own to tell because I'd say they would be interesting. Especially Faith's story, explaining why she feels the way she does about her sisters!

This is the first book I have read which has been written by Kelli McCracken and I will definitely be reading other books in this series and also other books she has written. Can't wait to read some more!
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Patricia Duarte
5.0 out of 5 stars Musicians+Paranormal+yummy thoughtful utterly romantic singer
Reviewed in Spain on February 14, 2013
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It was such a pleasant surprise finding this book that I am obsessing over it non stop.

YA-holic had it on a resent list of e-books that the had downloaded and I got curious about it so I saw it was really cheap on amazon and decided to give it a go.

I have always liked musicians and I have eve. dated some, none of them as hot as Dylan is but Shi so it added some more value to the book. I was not very impressed during the first 20% of the book, I kept on checking on the description that was featured on amazon to make sure it was a love story and not a star crossed thingy that would keep me frustrated during the whole thing, but I was worrying over nothing, it was hot and spicy and romantic and so very cool....I do certainly love Dylan over any other guy on earth lol!
The only thing that doesn't add for me is their age, I can't believe that a utterly good looking guy who happens to be a successful musician can be so bloody thoughtful when he is only 21 years old.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Yayy!
Reviewed in India on June 3, 2021
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Book #1 in the Soulmate series, What the Heart Wants keeps the reader captivated.

Heaven and her twin sisters are on the way to attend her best friend’s wedding and the band of boys who are friends of the groom is a welcome distraction. But Dylan and Heaven are in for a shock of their lives as they discover the truth about their haunting and recurring dreams.

The series has begun well, and the intensity of Dylan’s love for Heaven and their soulmate connection was described beautifully. But and that is a BIG BUT for me, how is it that even after finding your soulmate, a connection is felt for another individual, doesn’t that spoil the whole sense of what ‘soulmate’ is? OR is it the case of team Edward and Team Jacob a la Twilight and the connection is some other thing? This is just the first book in the series and I have a long way to go, so I would prefer to reserve judgment for the time being.

The friendship and camaraderie of the friends were easy to relate to and I loved how the author twines the thread of discord among the sisters, Dylan’s relationship with his father and the antagonist that adds a darker shade to this fantasy tale.

Looking forward to continuing the series.
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