[image] [image] [image] [image] ★★★★★! Hard Rules, book 1 of 4. Unlikely steamy romance caught up in a power struggle over a fortune. Or is it just anothe[image] [image] [image] [image] ★★★★★! Hard Rules, book 1 of 4. Unlikely steamy romance caught up in a power struggle over a fortune. Or is it just another player’s move in the game?!
Hard Rules (book 1) is the opening to a family saga. A struggle between right and wrong; good and evil in a fight over an empire, a legacy and a fortune.
A deathly ill father, a meddling mother, one good brother and one who seems to have fallen from grace. But this is only scratching the surface and as the layers are peeled four formidable, complex players emerge.
Attorney and heir Shane Brandon aka the good son does not have time to romance, but the more he tries to resist the stunning beauty he keeps encountering the more he needs to get her out of his system.
Emily Stevens on the run from something to unfold with story never planned on getting mixed up with a Shane nor a fight over a fortune, but her carnal attraction to the good brother has made her the perfect plaything in their game…
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Nine words to describe Shane Brandon: Noble, perceptive, loyal, dutiful, dominating, powerful, conflicted, enigmatic and private.
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Nine words to describe Emily Stevens: Secretive, loyal, cautious, naive, smart, perceptive, confused, vulnerable and desperate.
Hard Rules, told from dual POVs is the opening to a whirlwind romance with hot sex and a power game riddled with greed, deception, lies, danger & manipulation. It ends with a shocker leading right to book 2, Damage Control for the continuation of their saga!
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BLURB: She woke in the dark. The sharp surge and sway of her world the only hints she has of her surroundings.
Penelope Santoro is alone, trapped in an empty room of what could only be a boat in the middle of a rough ocean. With no recollection of how she got there, and no escape in sight, she's quickly losing hope that she will ever find her way home.
Tag Reynolds is detached. His life depends upon it. But when the beautiful daughter of one of his biggest rivals winds up in his care, his entire world shifts. Drawn to her innocence, he desperately fights the feelings he can't have...feelings that could destroy everything he's worked for.
Penny is nothing more than a pawn in a deadly game -- a game that Tag cannot afford to lose. Can he save her without compromising his position, or will they become victims of their twisted desire?
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BLURB: She woke in the dark. The sharp surge and sway of her world the only hints she has of her surroundings.
Penelope Santoro is alone, trapped in an empty room of what could only be a boat in the middle of a rough ocean. With no recollection of how she got there, and no escape in sight, she's quickly losing hope that she will ever find her way home.
Tag Reynolds is detached. His life depends upon it. But when the beautiful daughter of one of his biggest rivals winds up in his care, his entire world shifts. Drawn to her innocence, he desperately fights the feelings he can't have...feelings that could destroy everything he's worked for.
Penny is nothing more than a pawn in a deadly game -- a game that Tag cannot afford to lose. Can he save her without compromising his position, or will they become victims of their twisted desire?
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★★★★! Yes Master (stand-alone). Army sergeant Ryan’s journey of sexual awakening & exploration while coming to terms with a sexu
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★★★★! Yes Master (stand-alone). Army sergeant Ryan’s journey of sexual awakening & exploration while coming to terms with a sexually abusive childhood!
Sergeant Major Ryan Jenkins is a lost and broken man, a functioning, binging alcoholic tormented and confused by constant dreams a flashbacks of the sexual abuse he endured as a child. Seven words to describe Ryan: Tormented, broken, conflicted, confused, naïve, protective and lovable.
Ryan is also a father, an ex-husband and a career army man. In his day-to-day job and with his daughter he sticks to a rigid routine, while his home, mind and emotions are in disarray. Something is about to happen that will forever change his life… knock his carefully carved-out existence off its axis…
Mason Carter is Ryan’s childhood friend. He grew up to be a huge movie star, but battled drug addictions for years until just a few years prior when he met Stella and was able to turn his life around. Six words to describe Mason: Caring, charming, loyal, self-assured, confident and submissive.
Stella Hartley’s part will unfold with story, but I can tell you this: She is an imposing presence; a successful doctor and a Domme. She helped Mason with his drug addiction and she will set out to help Ryan. Seven words to describe Stella: Commanding, successful, loyal, perceptive, self-assured, smart and nurturing.
Yes Master is Ryan’s story told through his POV in flashbacks and present time as Mason comes to town to visit and attend a fundraiser. He introduces Ryan to Stella and so his journey of healing begins involving gruesome flashbacks as Ryan with Stella and Mason’s help set out to heal.
It’s also Ryan’s sexual awakening and exploration featuring m/m/f, m/m, m/f and f/f along with BDSM. That’s all I should reveal as Ryan’s story is best experienced. Story ends with Ryan happy and with one person. It also leaves the door open for a sequel about one of the main characters.
My only gripe would be that Ryan’s flashbacks, though illustrating his of tormented state of mind well, were confusing/not clearly marked forcing me to go back to check for the last actual event.
The perfect build-up sexual tension followed by off-the-charts sexual scenes! A compelling hero! A thought-provoking and profound plot and journey! A message of hope!
Would I recommend this book: Yes. Would I re-read this book: Maybe later. Would I read future books by this author: Yes.
ARC generously provided to me by author, Margaret McHeyzer in exchange for an honest review.
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[image] [image] ★★★★! Yes Master (stand-alone). Army sergeant Ryan’s journey of sexual awakening & exploration while coming to terms with a sexually abusive childhood!
Sergeant Major Ryan Jenkins is a lost and broken man, a functioning, binging alcoholic tormented and confused by constant dreams a flashbacks of the sexual abuse he endured as a child. Seven words to describe Ryan: Tormented, broken, conflicted, confused, naïve, protective and lovable.
Ryan is also a father, an ex-husband and a career army man. In his day-to-day job and with his daughter he sticks to a rigid routine, while his home, mind and emotions are in disarray. Something is about to happen that will forever change his life… knock his carefully carved-out existence off its axis…
Mason Carter is Ryan’s childhood friend. He grew up to be a huge movie star, but battled drug addictions for years until just a few years prior when he met Stella and was able to turn his life around. Six words to describe Mason: Caring, charming, loyal, self-assured, confident and submissive.
Stella Hartley’s part will unfold with story, but I can tell you this: She is an imposing presence; a successful doctor and a Domme. She helped Mason with his drug addiction and she will set out to help Ryan. Seven words to describe Stella: Commanding, successful, loyal, perceptive, self-assured, smart and nurturing.
Yes Master is Ryan’s story told through his POV in flashbacks and present time as Mason comes to town to visit and attend a fundraiser. He introduces Ryan to Stella and so his journey of healing begins involving gruesome flashbacks as Ryan with Stella and Mason’s help set out to heal.
It’s also Ryan’s sexual awakening and exploration featuring m/m/f, m/m, m/f and f/f along with BDSM. That’s all I should reveal as Ryan’s story is best experienced. Story ends with Ryan happy and with one person. It also leaves the door open for a sequel about one of the main characters.
My only gripe would be that Ryan’s flashbacks, though illustrating his of tormented state of mind well, were confusing/not clearly marked forcing me to go back to check for the last actual event.
The perfect build-up sexual tension followed by off-the-charts sexual scenes! A compelling hero! A thought-provoking and profound plot and journey! A message of hope!
Stand-alone LIVE! | AMZ US | AMZ UK | Blurb: Carlos A cartel king. My throne is made of lies, blood, andLIVE! | AMZ US | AMZ UK | [image]
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Stand-alone LIVE! | AMZ US | AMZ UK | Blurb: Carlos A cartel king. My throne is made of lies, blood, and revenge... Faking my own death is my only chance of escape. But when I run to my sister with the naive hope of never being found, I didn't expect them. A beauty and her son. I promised her casual. But lies are easy for a man like me. And when I get my way, she won't be able to let me go... If my past doesn't find me first. Holly Trouble magnet. It's followed me all my life no matter how far or how fast I run. I've uprooted my precious little boy's life in the hopes of escape. Instead, I've landed us straight in trouble's arms...literally. They're strong and protective and as dangerous as they are safe. My son comes first. My pleasure comes second. I swore I wouldn't get my heart tangled up... Turns out I'm in serious trouble.
Stand-alone LIVE! | AMZ US | AMZ UK | Blurb: Carlos A cartel king. My throne is made of lies, blood, and revenge... Faking my own death is my only chance of escape. But when I run to my sister with the naive hope of never being found, I didn't expect them. A beauty and her son. I promised her casual. But lies are easy for a man like me. And when I get my way, she won't be able to let me go... If my past doesn't find me first. Holly Trouble magnet. It's followed me all my life no matter how far or how fast I run. I've uprooted my precious little boy's life in the hopes of escape. Instead, I've landed us straight in trouble's arms...literally. They're strong and protective and as dangerous as they are safe. My son comes first. My pleasure comes second. I swore I wouldn't get my heart tangled up... Turns out I'm in serious trouble.
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★★★★ 1/2! From his lips, part 1.5 of 1.5. Swoon-worthy Troy Heathgate’s POV covering events in the epic love saga 53 Letters For
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★★★★ 1/2! From his lips, part 1.5 of 1.5. Swoon-worthy Troy Heathgate’s POV covering events in the epic love saga 53 Letters For My Lover!
53 Letters For My Lover (book 1) is Troy Heathgate and Shayda Hijazi’s epic love saga spanning several decades. It followed them through life’s every day ups and downs while circumstances, events, secrets and traditions got in their way. It’s a love story with soul searching passion, redemption and an unending love…
From His Lips (part 1.5) are rare and priceless glimpses into the mind of the unforgettable Troy Heathgate during book 1. It was amazing to know his thoughts, feelings and struggles.
ARC provided to me by author Leylah Attar in exchange for an honest review.
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★★★★ 1/2! From his lips, part 1.5 of 1.5. Swoon-worthy Troy Heathgate’s POV covering events in the epic love saga 53 Letters For My Lover!
53 Letters For My Lover (book 1) is Troy Heathgate and Shayda Hijazi’s epic love saga spanning several decades. It followed them through life’s every day ups and downs while circumstances, events, secrets and traditions got in their way. It’s a love story with soul searching passion, redemption and an unending love…
From His Lips (part 1.5) are rare and priceless glimpses into the mind of the unforgettable Troy Heathgate during book 1. It was amazing to know his thoughts, feelings and struggles.
[image] [image] [image] [image] [image] ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️! Moment of Fate (stand-alone). Bryan & Oliver meet at the wrong time & settle for friendship while secre[image] [image] [image] [image] [image] ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️! Moment of Fate (stand-alone). Bryan & Oliver meet at the wrong time & settle for friendship while secretly lusting after each other!
I will try to write a better review aft our Shhurrender your TBR challenge.
Moment of Fate (stand-alone) is a steamy hot m/m romance. They work in the same building but their timing is off.
Photography student and musician Bryan Dane is on a hiatus from sex so he can finish school and get his life on track. Recently transferred student Oliver Newcastle is embracing his freedom and sexuality and looking to learn all about the single life in the big city.
They both feel an intense attraction to each other but, settle for friends. That is until Bryan discovers that Oliver is writing a blog about his experiences living the life in a big city and coming out as gay. He can’t stop reading and lusting and soon learns Oliver is thinking about him too…
*** Hero: ★★★★ Heroine: ★★★★ Plot: ★★★★ Storytelling: ★★★★ Sexual tension: ★★★★★ Sex scenes: ★★★★★ Story ending: ★★★★ ****************************************** OVERALL RATING: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Angst: | LOW FOCUS | Darkness: | LOW FOCUS | Humor: | LOW FOCUS | Kink: | MEDIUM FOCUS | Romance: | MEDIUM FOCUS | Sex frequency: | HIGH FOCUS | Suspense: | LOW FOCUS |
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[image] [image] [image] [image] [image] ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️! Moment of Fate (stand-alone). Bryan & Oliver meet at the wrong time & settle for friendship while secretly lusting after each other!
I will try to write a better review aft our Shhurrender your TBR challenge.
Moment of Fate (stand-alone) is a steamy hot m/m romance. They work in the same building but their timing is off.
Photography student and musician Bryan Dane is on a hiatus from sex so he can finish school and get his life on track. Recently transferred student Oliver Newcastle is embracing his freedom and sexuality and looking to learn all about the single life in the big city.
They both feel an intense attraction to each other but, settle for friends. That is until Bryan discovers that Oliver is writing a blog about his experiences living the life in a big city and coming out as gay. He can’t stop reading and lusting and soon learns Oliver is thinking about him too…
*** Hero: ★★★★ Heroine: ★★★★ Plot: ★★★★ Storytelling: ★★★★ Sexual tension: ★★★★★ Sex scenes: ★★★★★ Story ending: ★★★★ ****************************************** OVERALL RATING: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Angst: | LOW FOCUS | Darkness: | LOW FOCUS | Humor: | LOW FOCUS | Kink: | MEDIUM FOCUS | Romance: | MEDIUM FOCUS | Sex frequency: | HIGH FOCUS | Suspense: | LOW FOCUS |
Declan + Coraline (part 0.5) takes place 2 years prior to Ruthless People and opens up to when Declan A. Callahan, Liam’s cousin and key member of the Callahan clan first meets heiress, banker and recent college graduate Coraline E. Wilson, Cora.
We get to follow Declan and Cora through ups and downs as they get to know each other and learn about family secrets and painful pasts. Though worlds apart these two souls have more in common than you might think. We also get to meet the rest of the Callahan clan, including a very single and cocky Liam Callahan and even have a cameo by The Boss herself…
Nine words to describe Coraline E. Wilson, Cora: Smart, lonely, meek, naïve, loyal, trusting, dependable and easy-going .
For me, having read book 1-3 first and already being familiar with Declan and Coraline, this novella was icing on the cake, and therefore a 5-star.
Brilliant story-telling! Excellent character development! Scorching sex scenes by a very commanding, assertive and dirty-talking Declan! It’s the final piece in the puzzle of what‘s been an epic 6-star family saga.Kudos JJ!
Declan + Coraline (part 0.5) takes place 2 years prior to Ruthless People and opens up to when Declan A. Callahan, Liam’s cousin and key member of the Callahan clan first meets heiress, banker and recent college graduate Coraline E. Wilson, Cora.
We get to follow Declan and Cora through ups and downs as they get to know each other and learn about family secrets and painful pasts. Though worlds apart these two souls have more in common than you might think. We also get to meet the rest of the Callahan clan, including a very single and cocky Liam Callahan and even have a cameo by The Boss herself…
Nine words to describe Coraline E. Wilson, Cora: Smart, lonely, meek, naïve, loyal, trusting, dependable and easy-going .
For me, having read book 1-3 first and already being familiar with Declan and Coraline, this novella was icing on the cake, and therefore a 5-star.
Brilliant story-telling! Excellent character development! Scorching sex scenes by a very commanding, assertive and dirty-talking Declan! It’s the final piece in the puzzle of what‘s been an epic 6-star family saga.Kudos JJ!
Release: March 28, 2018 LIVE! | AMZ US | AMZ UK | Blurb: A wedding engagement is a joyous LIVE! | AMZ US | AMZ UK | [image]
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Release: March 28, 2018 LIVE! | AMZ US | AMZ UK | Blurb: A wedding engagement is a joyous occasion, right? Well, I suppose that depends on your perspective. If you happen to be on the side of the path that branches to the left, when the love of your life chooses to go right, you may have a different opinion. What do you do when someone else’s choice annihilates the future you had counted on? The answer to that may depend on your membership status at a certain sex club, namely 1462 South Broadway.
Release: March 28, 2018 LIVE! | AMZ US | AMZ UK | Blurb: A wedding engagement is a joyous occasion, right? Well, I suppose that depends on your perspective. If you happen to be on the side of the path that branches to the left, when the love of your life chooses to go right, you may have a different opinion. What do you do when someone else’s choice annihilates the future you had counted on? The answer to that may depend on your membership status at a certain sex club, namely 1462 South Broadway.
Look. At. That. Cover.! I’D LIKE TO ORDER ONE OF THOSE PUHLEEASE! MAJOR COVERGASM!
Stand-alone. LIVE! | AMZ US | AMZ UK | Blurb: Ten years ago we said goodbye. I left the world I knew to create a new life for myself. Away from the lies. Away from the pain. It was all going as planned until a friend asked for help with her club. The business was liberating. The company was intoxicating. Two masked men became my euphoria. One was a player deep in the game. A teacher both intimately and figuratively. The other was a quiet director. A man who tempted me with his stares and set me on fire with his dark whispers His secrecy excited me, bringing me to levels I've never imagined. I thought we were playing a game, but little did I know he knew exactly who I was. I just wish I figured out his true identity before I fell for his best friend.
Look. At. That. Cover.! I’D LIKE TO ORDER ONE OF THOSE PUHLEEASE! MAJOR COVERGASM!
Stand-alone. LIVE! | AMZ US | AMZ UK | Blurb: Ten years ago we said goodbye. I left the world I knew to create a new life for myself. Away from the lies. Away from the pain. It was all going as planned until a friend asked for help with her club. The business was liberating. The company was intoxicating. Two masked men became my euphoria. One was a player deep in the game. A teacher both intimately and figuratively. The other was a quiet director. A man who tempted me with his stares and set me on fire with his dark whispers His secrecy excited me, bringing me to levels I've never imagined. I thought we were playing a game, but little did I know he knew exactly who I was. I just wish I figured out his true identity before I fell for his best friend....more
[image] [image] [image] [image] [image] ★★★★1/2! The Gun Runner, book 1 of X. Mob heiress gets her knickers wrapped up in Ex-marine and gun runner with a g[image] [image] [image] [image] [image] ★★★★1/2! The Gun Runner, book 1 of X. Mob heiress gets her knickers wrapped up in Ex-marine and gun runner with a gifted tongue!
Books in Mafia Made series are stand-alones, but most enjoyed if read in order: Book 1: The Gun Runner Book 2: Untitled
The Gun Runner (stand-alone, book 1) opens up to mob heiress, Terra Agrioli being rescued from a vengeful and violent ex by a chivalrous and handsome stranger.
Ex-marine and gun runner Michael Tripp, Tripp acted on instinct and years of combat training when he saw a lady in distress. He’s moved into town to run his growing gun trafficking empire skating on the edge of the law, but trying to steer clear of the town’s mob boss.
When their paths cross again they fall into an easy flirty friendship with promises of more. Their sexual attraction is intensified by Michael’s thirty-day rule of no intercourse.
To help hold them over Michael is happy to lend a hand, a finger and his tongue… eventually culminating in explosive hot sex neither can walk away from. But their connection will quickly be complicated by Terra’s connection to the mob.
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Ten words to describe Michael Tripp, Tripp: Commanding, noble, fair, honest, sexy, easy-going, in-control, strong, perceptive, and dirty-talker.
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Seven words to describe Terra Agrioli: Smart, deceptive, spoiled, nurturing, meek, observant, romantic and compliant.
The Gun Runner, told from dual POV, is a fast paced, scorching hot mixture of smut, romance and suspense complicated by lies and deceit. It ends on a high, but I would welcome an epilogue further into their future. I suspect that next-coming books will give us glimpses.
Dirty-talking chivalrous hero! Suspenseful plot! Fast-paced and easy-flowing story-telling!
Would I recommend this series: Yes. Would I re-read this series: Maybe later. Would I read future books by this author: Yes.
ARC provided to me by author Scott Hildreth & Carina Press, via Netgalley, in exchange for an honest review.
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[image] [image] [image] [image] [image] ★★★★1/2! The Gun Runner, book 1 of X. Mob heiress gets her knickers wrapped up in Ex-marine and gun runner with a gifted tongue!
Books in Mafia Made series are stand-alones, but most enjoyed if read in order: Book 1: The Gun Runner Book 2: Untitled
The Gun Runner (stand-alone, book 1) opens up to mob heiress, Terra Agrioli being rescued from a vengeful and violent ex by a chivalrous and handsome stranger.
Ex-marine and gun runner Michael Tripp, Tripp acted on instinct and years of combat training when he saw a lady in distress. He’s moved into town to run his growing gun trafficking empire skating on the edge of the law, but trying to steer clear of the town’s mob boss.
When their paths cross again they fall into an easy flirty friendship with promises of more. Their sexual attraction is intensified by Michael’s thirty-day rule of no intercourse.
To help hold them over Michael is happy to lend a hand, a finger and his tongue… eventually culminating in explosive hot sex neither can walk away from. But their connection will quickly be complicated by Terra’s connection to the mob.
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Ten words to describe Michael Tripp, Tripp: Commanding, noble, fair, honest, sexy, easy-going, in-control, strong, perceptive, and dirty-talker.
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Seven words to describe Terra Agrioli: Smart, deceptive, spoiled, nurturing, meek, observant, romantic and compliant.
The Gun Runner, told from dual POV, is a fast paced, scorching hot mixture of smut, romance and suspense complicated by lies and deceit. It ends on a high, but I would welcome an epilogue further into their future. I suspect that next-coming books will give us glimpses.
Dirty-talking chivalrous hero! Suspenseful plot! Fast-paced and easy-flowing story-telling!
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★★★★1/2! Because You Are Mine series, book 1-8 of 8. Another whirlwind romance with a dominant & controlling, rich & sexy alpha male hero!
“Because You★★★★1/2! Because You Are Mine series, book 1-8 of 8. Another whirlwind romance with a dominant & controlling, rich & sexy alpha male hero!
“Because You Are Mine” (Ian’s & Francesca’s story) is an 8-part series, released in the fall of 2012. Combined they make a 368-page read. Please note that the Omnibus will be released in March 2013. And there will be a sequel to this series, “When I'm With You” (Lucien’s & Elise’s story) to be released in 8 weekly installments starting March 3, 2013 (series complete by April 23, 2013).
Since I am a reader in need of a HEA, I made sure I waited to read this series until all installments had been released. I read it in one sitting, thus I will review as a set.
Hero: Ian Noble/British/30 years old/mogul-playboy/$$$$/dark hair/blue eyes/dom Heroine: Francesca Arno/American/23 years old/student-artist/red-gold hair/brown eyes/innocent
Francesca is a young artist, who entered her painting in a competition held by the billionaire, Ian Noble. She wins the competition and is commissioned to create the centerpiece painting for the lobby of Ian’s new Chicago Skyscraper. The book opens up at the reception held in her honor. Ian and Francesca are introduced and she feels in instant attraction (recognizing he is out of her league) while he is intrigued, but reserved. He knows she is too innocent for the likes of him. Francesca is a bohemian; she is naïve, sweet and kind. She has a strained relationship with her parents, never quite measuring up. She lives with her three male roommates who are very protective of her. Ian, on the other hand, is the rich and extremely successful business mogul; he is enigmatic, worldly, handsome, sexy and oh so dominant and too “corrupted” for her. But there is much more to it, because Ian is full of secrets. For starters: The reception was not their first encounter. Four years prior Francesca had painted “The Cat That Walks By Himself”. As it turns out Ian had been the inspiration for that painting. She had been sad to have to sell it. And Ian had bought and tracked her down…
Ian tries to fight his attraction to Francesca, but it’s a losing battle and so their whirlwind romance begins, taking us across the ocean while Ian and Francesca get to know each other and have lot of scorching hot sex. But as Ian’s secrets are revealed, his mysterious past continues to cast shadows over their relationship. Their love is challenged and their future threatened.
I thoroughly enjoyed Ian’s & Francesca’s story. And I very much look forward to Lucien’s & Elise’s story in “When I'm With You”.
Would I recommend this series: Yes. Would I re-read this series: Maybe later. Would I read future books by this author: Yes.
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★★★★1/2! Because You Are Mine series, book 1-8 of 8. Another whirlwind romance with a dominant & controlling, rich & sexy alpha male hero!
“Because You Are Mine” (Ian’s & Francesca’s story) is an 8-part series, released in the fall of 2012. Combined they make a 368-page read. Please note that the Omnibus will be released in March 2013. And there will be a sequel to this series, “When I'm With You” (Lucien’s & Elise’s story) to be released in 8 weekly installments starting March 3, 2013 (series complete by April 23, 2013).
Since I am a reader in need of a HEA, I made sure I waited to read this series until all installments had been released. I read it in one sitting, thus I will review as a set.
Hero: Ian Noble/British/30 years old/mogul-playboy/$$$$/dark hair/blue eyes/dom Heroine: Francesca Arno/American/23 years old/student-artist/red-gold hair/brown eyes/innocent
Francesca is a young artist, who entered her painting in a competition held by the billionaire, Ian Noble. She wins the competition and is commissioned to create the centerpiece painting for the lobby of Ian’s new Chicago Skyscraper. The book opens up at the reception held in her honor. Ian and Francesca are introduced and she feels in instant attraction (recognizing he is out of her league) while he is intrigued, but reserved. He knows she is too innocent for the likes of him. Francesca is a bohemian; she is naïve, sweet and kind. She has a strained relationship with her parents, never quite measuring up. She lives with her three male roommates who are very protective of her. Ian, on the other hand, is the rich and extremely successful business mogul; he is enigmatic, worldly, handsome, sexy and oh so dominant and too “corrupted” for her. But there is much more to it, because Ian is full of secrets. For starters: The reception was not their first encounter. Four years prior Francesca had painted “The Cat That Walks By Himself”. As it turns out Ian had been the inspiration for that painting. She had been sad to have to sell it. And Ian had bought and tracked her down…
Ian tries to fight his attraction to Francesca, but it’s a losing battle and so their whirlwind romance begins, taking us across the ocean while Ian and Francesca get to know each other and have lot of scorching hot sex. But as Ian’s secrets are revealed, his mysterious past continues to cast shadows over their relationship. Their love is challenged and their future threatened.
I thoroughly enjoyed Ian’s & Francesca’s story. And I very much look forward to Lucien’s & Elise’s story in “When I'm With You”.
Stand-alone. LIVE! | AMZ US | AMZ UK | KOBO | Blurb: I cave in to no one. My hardass exterior is what makes me one of the hottest defense lawyers around. It's why I'm the perfect guy to defend the notorious Bayou Butcher serial killer - and why I'll come out on top.
Except this new associate I've hired is unnaturally skilled at putting chinks in my well-constructed armor. Her brazen talk and fiery attitude make me want to take control of her and silence her - in ways that will keep both of us busy till dawn. She drives me absolutely 100% crazy, but I need her for this case. I need her in my bed. I need her to let loose the man within me who fights with rage and loves with scorching desire...
Books in Bad Bitch series are stand-alones, but most enjoyed if read in order: Book 1: Bad Bitch Book 2: Hardass Book 3: Total Dick
ARC provided to me by St. Martin’s Press & Christina Saunders in exchange for an honest review.
Stand-alone. LIVE! | AMZ US | AMZ UK | KOBO | Blurb: I cave in to no one. My hardass exterior is what makes me one of the hottest defense lawyers around. It's why I'm the perfect guy to defend the notorious Bayou Butcher serial killer - and why I'll come out on top.
Except this new associate I've hired is unnaturally skilled at putting chinks in my well-constructed armor. Her brazen talk and fiery attitude make me want to take control of her and silence her - in ways that will keep both of us busy till dawn. She drives me absolutely 100% crazy, but I need her for this case. I need her in my bed. I need her to let loose the man within me who fights with rage and loves with scorching desire...
Books in Bad Bitch series are stand-alones, but most enjoyed if read in order: Book 1: Bad Bitch Book 2: Hardass Book 3: Total Dick
ARC provided to me by St. Martin’s Press & Christina Saunders in exchange for an honest review....more
Book 1 of 2. Book 2 on July 26th. Amazon: | AMZ US | AMZ UK |
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THIS SOUNDS SO UP MY ALLEY!
Book 1 of 2. Book 2 on July 26th. Amazon: | AMZ US | AMZ UK |
Blurb: Women loathed me without even knowing my name. Men coveted the very idea of me.
Escort. Call girl. Prostitute. Hooker. Whore.
I'd heard it all. Done it all.
Over the years I'd felt a lot of things about my occupation...but not regret--never regret. I had my reasons for doing what I did and nothing and no one had ever made me question them.
UNTIL MARCO VALENTI.
He'd changed me and I'd naively fed into the fairy tale.
But Marco wasn't my Prince Charming. He had secrets of his own. Secrets that would eventually rip away everything I held dear.
Books in the The Duplicity Duet should be read in order: Book 1: Hook Book 2: Burn
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THIS SOUNDS SO UP MY ALLEY!
Book 1 of 2. Book 2 on July 26th. Amazon: | AMZ US | AMZ UK |
Blurb: Women loathed me without even knowing my name. Men coveted the very idea of me.
Escort. Call girl. Prostitute. Hooker. Whore.
I'd heard it all. Done it all.
Over the years I'd felt a lot of things about my occupation...but not regret--never regret. I had my reasons for doing what I did and nothing and no one had ever made me question them.
UNTIL MARCO VALENTI.
He'd changed me and I'd naively fed into the fairy tale.
But Marco wasn't my Prince Charming. He had secrets of his own. Secrets that would eventually rip away everything I held dear.
Books in the The Duplicity Duet should be read in order: Book 1: Hook Book 2: Burn...more
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★★★ ½! Layers Deep, book 1 (3). CEO & rookie police officer set out to uncover each other’s secrets while on a risky
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★★★ ½! Layers Deep, book 1 (3). CEO & rookie police officer set out to uncover each other’s secrets while on a risky mission!
Layers Deep (book 1) opens up to rookie police officer Allie Green attending a meeting at her precinct. Cross Enterprises is looking to hire and her employer has allowing its CEO/Partner Tristan Cross to hand out applications (odd!).
Allie doesn’t apply for the job and later encounters Tristan at a bar where he tries to recruit her yet again. He knows entirely too much about her maybe even her secret. As it turns out both Allie and Tristan have secrets and an agenda. Allie is set on revenge and Tristan on righting a wrong.
Soon they find themselves peeling off the layers of each other secrets as well as clothing as they get hot and heavy in the bedroom. All while on a dangerous mission.
Six words to describe Allie Green: Smart, determined, immature, conflicted, confident and reckless.
Layers Deep ended with a cliffy so it’s a good idea to have book 2, Layers Peeled handy. Story had a bit of the insta-thing going. I also had several logistics and time line issues, such as why/how did Tristan zero in on Allie? I’m jumping over to my ARC of book 2, for some answers and the conclusion to their story.
Scorching sex scenes with a very skilled and accommodating Tristan! Suspenseful and dangerous plot! And after that cliffy I’m rooting for Tristan and Allie to get their HEA! 3.5 stars!
*** Hero rating: 3.5 stars Heroine rating: 3.5 stars Sex scenes rating: 4.5 stars Sex scenes frequency: 4 stars Storyline concept rating: 3 stars Storytelling skills rating: 4 stars Story ending rating: N/A Book editing rating (5 = no edits spotted): 4.5 stars ************************************************ Overall rating: 3.5 stars
Would I re-read this book: Probably not. Would I read future books by this author: Yes.
Layers Deep (book 1) opens up to rookie police officer Allie Green attending a meeting at her precinct. Cross Enterprises is looking to hire and her employer has allowing its CEO/Partner Tristan Cross to hand out applications (odd!).
Allie doesn’t apply for the job and later encounters Tristan at a bar where he tries to recruit her yet again. He knows entirely too much about her maybe even her secret. As it turns out both Allie and Tristan have secrets and an agenda. Allie is set on revenge and Tristan on righting a wrong.
Soon they find themselves peeling off the layers of each other secrets as well as clothing as they get hot and heavy in the bedroom. All while on a dangerous mission.
Six words to describe Allie Green: Smart, determined, immature, conflicted, confident and reckless.
Layers Deep ended with a cliffy so it’s a good idea to have book 2, Layers Peeled handy. Story had a bit of the insta-thing going. I also had several logistics and time line issues, such as why/how did Tristan zero in on Allie? I’m jumping over to my ARC of book 2, for some answers and the conclusion to their story.
Scorching sex scenes with a very skilled and accommodating Tristan! Suspenseful and dangerous plot! And after that cliffy I’m rooting for Tristan and Allie to get their HEA! 3.5 stars!
*** Hero rating: 3.5 stars Heroine rating: 3.5 stars Sex scenes rating: 4.5 stars Sex scenes frequency: 4 stars Storyline concept rating: 3 stars Storytelling skills rating: 4 stars Story ending rating: N/A Book editing rating (5 = no edits spotted): 4.5 stars ************************************************ Overall rating: 3.5 stars
Would I re-read this book: Probably not. Would I read future books by this author: Yes.
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