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The voice of Katy Evans was pretty strong in this book, and even though Womanizer wasn't my favorite book of hers I just fell in love with this book all the same. It was a bit different from what I have come to expect from her but I did enjoy it quite a bit here. What really appeals to me about Evan's writing is her dreamy heroes. They are so wonderful to read, sexy and hot but oh so devoted and loyal to the woman who are their match in every way. If you love a swoony hero....Katy Evans is the queen at writing them.
The Womanizer starts off when our heroine has come to the windy city...Chicago for an internship. She is eager to get away from Texas for a short while. Her brother has helped her get a job with a prestigious company, his friend who is one of the biggest sharks who eats up companies and makes them his own. Livvy has dreams of her own, and she knows that working for Carma industries will help her gain the experience she needs to go out and help companies rebuild. She has no plans on meeting the big boss of the company Mr. Carmichael. He is known as a ladies man, a tycoon and never stays with one lady longer than one evening. She definitely has zero interest in a man like that. But while out on her downtime she sneaks off to the company's terrace for a breath of fresh air, and meets a man who is sexy as sin and they end up shooting the breeze and sharing a cigarette. Soon they slowly begin to form a friendship. But when Livvy learns the true identity of her secret sexy friend, will she be able to overcome her doubts about his past, and will they be able to find a future within the confines of the forbidden fruit that they build their relationship on?
What a whopping story and I have to say that I had a blast with this book. I swear Katy Evans is one of those authors I can always depend on for a good romance. I know that I will stay up all night reading her, because that is how she writes. I was really intrigued by this book. The whole forbidden romance is definitely my cup of tea. I don't want to spoil anything but the fall out is specatcular!! Definitely worth every pain staking moment of suspense wondering how the brother will react upon learning that his best friend and sister are together. The romance that develops between these two is so fantastic. They definitely have some strong chemistry, in fact its off the charts. But what I did like is that they start as friends a bit then with benefits which turns into more very quickly. I did find it wonderful to see how well these two fit together. They may seem pretty different from each other, and even though they have different goals. Callan likes the challenge of taking over companies, and Livvy wants to help companies when they get into trouble. They also see both sides of it and end up find a balance in each other.
Womanizer is a story that will keep you flipping those pages as fast as you can turn them. Its a story that is intriguing, intense, flirty and sexy as all get out....a love tale you want to pick up!! A SWEET AND SEXY RIDE!
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The voice of Katy Evans was pretty strong in this book, and even though Womanizer wasn't my favorite book of hers I just fell in love with this book all the same. It was a bit different from what I have come to expect from her but I did enjoy it quite a bit here. What really appeals to me about Evan's writing is her dreamy heroes. They are so wonderful to read, sexy and hot but oh so devoted and loyal to the woman who are their match in every way. If you love a swoony hero....Katy Evans is the queen at writing them.
His lips capture mine, our tongues moving slowly to meet. It’s like two lightning bolts crashing…God. I’m being kissed from the inside out. His hunger only feeds mine
The Womanizer starts off when our heroine has come to the windy city...Chicago for an internship. She is eager to get away from Texas for a short while. Her brother has helped her get a job with a prestigious company, his friend who is one of the biggest sharks who eats up companies and makes them his own. Livvy has dreams of her own, and she knows that working for Carma industries will help her gain the experience she needs to go out and help companies rebuild. She has no plans on meeting the big boss of the company Mr. Carmichael. He is known as a ladies man, a tycoon and never stays with one lady longer than one evening. She definitely has zero interest in a man like that. But while out on her downtime she sneaks off to the company's terrace for a breath of fresh air, and meets a man who is sexy as sin and they end up shooting the breeze and sharing a cigarette. Soon they slowly begin to form a friendship. But when Livvy learns the true identity of her secret sexy friend, will she be able to overcome her doubts about his past, and will they be able to find a future within the confines of the forbidden fruit that they build their relationship on?
What a whopping story and I have to say that I had a blast with this book. I swear Katy Evans is one of those authors I can always depend on for a good romance. I know that I will stay up all night reading her, because that is how she writes. I was really intrigued by this book. The whole forbidden romance is definitely my cup of tea. I don't want to spoil anything but the fall out is specatcular!! Definitely worth every pain staking moment of suspense wondering how the brother will react upon learning that his best friend and sister are together. The romance that develops between these two is so fantastic. They definitely have some strong chemistry, in fact its off the charts. But what I did like is that they start as friends a bit then with benefits which turns into more very quickly. I did find it wonderful to see how well these two fit together. They may seem pretty different from each other, and even though they have different goals. Callan likes the challenge of taking over companies, and Livvy wants to help companies when they get into trouble. They also see both sides of it and end up find a balance in each other.
Life sometimes doesn't run in the cycles it's expected to. We are all here for a blink. Life changes in a blink. We fall in love, sometimes, in a blink.
Womanizer is a story that will keep you flipping those pages as fast as you can turn them. Its a story that is intriguing, intense, flirty and sexy as all get out....a love tale you want to pick up!! A SWEET AND SEXY RIDE!
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This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
The Texan Duke is the last book in the Duke Trilogy by Karen Ranney and brings together a Scot and a Texan (American). Our hero was born and raised in Texas, around cattle and horses and the west plains of Texas. He loves his life, but when he learns of his father's real roots as a Scot, and that he is now the new Duke of Lothian. He is shocked and appalled by his new responsibilities and that he will have to travel to Scotland, in the winter and deal with this new "dilemma". Elspeth was the ward of the late Duke of Lothian. Her parents were killed, and the Duke had been her fathers closest friend and took her into his home. Now he is dead, and she must deal with this latest development of dealing with a new Duke, a man that is not born a Scot and the whole household is determined to show him how well the clan prospers. But when they learn that he plans on selling it, Elspeth and Connor will be drawn into a plot of danger and intrigue.
I truly enjoyed the Texan Duke and it was a bit different than the previous two books. I did enjoy it quite a bit, but I do think the first book is probably my favorite of the trilogy. I do have a weakness toward these unique matches in romance of dealing with an American coming to either England or Scotland and dealing with the culture shocks especially when it comes to the "titled" elements. And seeing a true, born and raised cowboy, deal with being a Scottish Duke had some strong appeal and unique challenges for sure and I felt that Karen Ranney did a wonderful job in showing these problems and mixes of culture very well while staying true to the romance for the most part. I do think that the plot took charge in this story. We have Connor's life being put in danger because a certain family member isn't too pleased when learning he wants to sell instead of keeping it. This does cause quite a bit of anger and fear among the whole clan. Now at first, you "think" you know who is behind it all, but honestly Ranney really worked me in this story. I never expected the identity of the true culprit. Now granted, the real villain, is not what you expect but I also felt uneasy about this character at times. I did like how Karen Ranney pulls you into this story with the elements of danger.
Now to talk about the actual romance in this story. Elspeth and Connor are drawn to each other from their first meeting. But Elspeth is practically a servant, she doesn't feel like she is "part" of the family, even though the late Duke treated her like a member of the family. She runs the whole estate, and she is involved in every member of the clan's life and Ioved that about her. There is some powerful chemistry that develops between these two. But I did like that we see a slow burn romance form between them. And this slow build-up relationships that forms works just right for the story because of certain other elements that come into the story. We have an attempted murder mystery going on, and then we have Elspeth trying to show Connor, the impact of his decision to sell. What I really liked about Connor though was his easy going personality. He is very laid back and was pretty refreshing. You see how well he connects with the cook and the maids and really just about everyone loves him. He is hardworking and dedicated, and really has a hard time understanding the whole "duke" obsessiveness when he wants to be appreciated for what he does in life and not because of his birth. He has such an honest and fresh feel to him that I gravitated towards. His character just leaves the reader with a smile all the way through.
The Texan Duke is a story that has a fresh air to this romance....a tale of self-discovery, growth, a plot of danger and mystery, a female ghost and some moments to make you laugh....truly entertaining in only the way that Karen Ranney delivers.
The Texan Duke is the last book in the Duke Trilogy by Karen Ranney and brings together a Scot and a Texan (American). Our hero was born and raised in Texas, around cattle and horses and the west plains of Texas. He loves his life, but when he learns of his father's real roots as a Scot, and that he is now the new Duke of Lothian. He is shocked and appalled by his new responsibilities and that he will have to travel to Scotland, in the winter and deal with this new "dilemma". Elspeth was the ward of the late Duke of Lothian. Her parents were killed, and the Duke had been her fathers closest friend and took her into his home. Now he is dead, and she must deal with this latest development of dealing with a new Duke, a man that is not born a Scot and the whole household is determined to show him how well the clan prospers. But when they learn that he plans on selling it, Elspeth and Connor will be drawn into a plot of danger and intrigue.
I truly enjoyed the Texan Duke and it was a bit different than the previous two books. I did enjoy it quite a bit, but I do think the first book is probably my favorite of the trilogy. I do have a weakness toward these unique matches in romance of dealing with an American coming to either England or Scotland and dealing with the culture shocks especially when it comes to the "titled" elements. And seeing a true, born and raised cowboy, deal with being a Scottish Duke had some strong appeal and unique challenges for sure and I felt that Karen Ranney did a wonderful job in showing these problems and mixes of culture very well while staying true to the romance for the most part. I do think that the plot took charge in this story. We have Connor's life being put in danger because a certain family member isn't too pleased when learning he wants to sell instead of keeping it. This does cause quite a bit of anger and fear among the whole clan. Now at first, you "think" you know who is behind it all, but honestly Ranney really worked me in this story. I never expected the identity of the true culprit. Now granted, the real villain, is not what you expect but I also felt uneasy about this character at times. I did like how Karen Ranney pulls you into this story with the elements of danger.
Now to talk about the actual romance in this story. Elspeth and Connor are drawn to each other from their first meeting. But Elspeth is practically a servant, she doesn't feel like she is "part" of the family, even though the late Duke treated her like a member of the family. She runs the whole estate, and she is involved in every member of the clan's life and Ioved that about her. There is some powerful chemistry that develops between these two. But I did like that we see a slow burn romance form between them. And this slow build-up relationships that forms works just right for the story because of certain other elements that come into the story. We have an attempted murder mystery going on, and then we have Elspeth trying to show Connor, the impact of his decision to sell. What I really liked about Connor though was his easy going personality. He is very laid back and was pretty refreshing. You see how well he connects with the cook and the maids and really just about everyone loves him. He is hardworking and dedicated, and really has a hard time understanding the whole "duke" obsessiveness when he wants to be appreciated for what he does in life and not because of his birth. He has such an honest and fresh feel to him that I gravitated towards. His character just leaves the reader with a smile all the way through.
The Texan Duke is a story that has a fresh air to this romance....a tale of self-discovery, growth, a plot of danger and mystery, a female ghost and some moments to make you laugh....truly entertaining in only the way that Karen Ranney delivers.
This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
Worth The Fight is a story that brings together two most uncommon people who fight in the right ways. Its a story about a MMA Fighter that is dealing with some legal problems. A man who is haunted by the past, a recent event that still gives him nightmares and he still can't bring himself to put himself back in the ring even though he is a natural at it. Elle thought she had it all....good looks, a career, a promising man she is mostly friends with but could be something more but when it comes down to it...her life is boring. She feels stuck in the road and doesn't know where to turn. Until she gets a new client, a client that she is drawn to in ways she can't explain. Nico wants Elle in his life, but onlyif he is the "only" man in her life. But the past haunts both Elle and Nico, and only together will they overcome it
Worth The Fight was a fantastic book and even though it wasn't as good as I was expecting. I think I had super high expectations for this one since everyone loves this author so much. Even though I do like her writing style, it wasn't what I thought it would be. But it didn't take long to fall easily into this book. What I was worried about at first was the "cheating" aspect. But I was able to sigh in relief because it just wasn't a issue that was prominent in this story. I love the hero in this book. He is full of vulnerabilities and struggles. He was in a fight, and with one punch his opponet was killed, and he was devastated. Later to learn that his opponet had a trauma building up in brain, one that no one knew about. And now he has to deal with some legal problems that end up really causing a problem and could prove to be his achilles heel.
The romance that builds between these two is fiery hot at first, but the emotional build up is slow but steady. I like how hot they were for each other in all sorts of ways not just in the bedroom. They had an instant connection to each other, and they truly "get" one another. What impressed me about this story is the depth of emotion that erupts in moments you least expect it too. I know there were some mixed reviews on this because it does have a more insta love feel to it. What I felt was it had a more insta connection, but we see their relationship grow in depth in this story as they aid each other in overcoming certain challenges that they are faced with.
Worth The Fight is a story that brings together two most uncommon people who fight in the right ways. Its a story about a MMA Fighter that is dealing with some legal problems. A man who is haunted by the past, a recent event that still gives him nightmares and he still can't bring himself to put himself back in the ring even though he is a natural at it. Elle thought she had it all....good looks, a career, a promising man she is mostly friends with but could be something more but when it comes down to it...her life is boring. She feels stuck in the road and doesn't know where to turn. Until she gets a new client, a client that she is drawn to in ways she can't explain. Nico wants Elle in his life, but onlyif he is the "only" man in her life. But the past haunts both Elle and Nico, and only together will they overcome it
Worth The Fight was a fantastic book and even though it wasn't as good as I was expecting. I think I had super high expectations for this one since everyone loves this author so much. Even though I do like her writing style, it wasn't what I thought it would be. But it didn't take long to fall easily into this book. What I was worried about at first was the "cheating" aspect. But I was able to sigh in relief because it just wasn't a issue that was prominent in this story. I love the hero in this book. He is full of vulnerabilities and struggles. He was in a fight, and with one punch his opponet was killed, and he was devastated. Later to learn that his opponet had a trauma building up in brain, one that no one knew about. And now he has to deal with some legal problems that end up really causing a problem and could prove to be his achilles heel.
The romance that builds between these two is fiery hot at first, but the emotional build up is slow but steady. I like how hot they were for each other in all sorts of ways not just in the bedroom. They had an instant connection to each other, and they truly "get" one another. What impressed me about this story is the depth of emotion that erupts in moments you least expect it too. I know there were some mixed reviews on this because it does have a more insta love feel to it. What I felt was it had a more insta connection, but we see their relationship grow in depth in this story as they aid each other in overcoming certain challenges that they are faced with.
When we met, we were two injured souls. Both keeping the real out of our lives for fear of what we might find. But nothing could have kept us apart. I never believed in destiny. Thought that was a bunch of crap for people who read too many books. Until I met you. You’re it for me, Babe. I didn’t even know I was missing something until I found you, but now I don’t know how I got through a day without what you’ve given me. You’re my soul mate. As sappy as it sounds, it’s god damn true. Nothing has ever been truer in my life. So no, I’m not worried about this fight not helping me heal from my past, because it’s you who does that for me. You’ve filled all the cracks in my heart and made me better. I never thought I’d say this after what I went through, but I’m the luckiest bastard on this earth
Do you enjoy a strong MMA Fighter Romance? Do you love insta love or hate it?
Have you read Vi Keeland before? What is your favorite title?
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This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
In the Rogue I had pretty high hopes for this one, although I tried to not get my hopes too high because I honestly couldn't see how you could get any better than "Remy". What I found most interesting, was that the hero of this story Greyson King is completely different from our beloved Remy. He is more rougher around the edges, in some ways more mysterious and has some unique domineering personalities that was definitely unique. But I did admire the author for writing such a edgier character as Greyson King. Greyson King had to grow up pretty fast when his father gave him an ultimatum when he was only a kid, and that ultimatum changed him forever. Greyson is now known as "Zero". He is dangerous and sexy but also not a man you cross. He has a list of names of debts owed to them, and once he has what is owed them he can finally have the hidden location to his mother. And the last name on the list, is a woman who is more pure and loving than anything he has ever known and is the woman he loves more than life itself. Melanie doesn't know what to make of Greyson King, only that he is always disappearing, and not the most "steadiest" of boyfriends. But she is drawn to him in a way she can't explain. She is looking for a man like her best friend has in Remington. But Greyson is not your typical male, and Melanie will have to rely on her heart when she learns the truth about Greyson.
"In my line of work distractions don't go well."
This story is full of some dynamic qualities and I was sucked into this story. Not quite in the same way as you get drawn into Remy, but I did find myself drawn into the story all the same. I think what was most intriguing was the mysterious element to the romance. I really never knew where this story was going, and there were times when it would really surprise me in the changes in plot or pacing even. And boy the villains of the story keeps you on your toes. Greyson isn't exactly the safest of men to be with, but he is protective of Melanie and I love the ways he goes about making sure that she is safe no matter the cost to himself. There are many secrets and half truths that occur in this story, and you see how this pair work through the drama and complex problems that build up through the story.
The Writing is simply Katy Evan's style though, so you just are guaranteed a story you won't want to put down, pages that you flip through and a romance that is a heart stopper!!! A VIBRANT SEXY TALE!
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In the Rogue I had pretty high hopes for this one, although I tried to not get my hopes too high because I honestly couldn't see how you could get any better than "Remy". What I found most interesting, was that the hero of this story Greyson King is completely different from our beloved Remy. He is more rougher around the edges, in some ways more mysterious and has some unique domineering personalities that was definitely unique. But I did admire the author for writing such a edgier character as Greyson King. Greyson King had to grow up pretty fast when his father gave him an ultimatum when he was only a kid, and that ultimatum changed him forever. Greyson is now known as "Zero". He is dangerous and sexy but also not a man you cross. He has a list of names of debts owed to them, and once he has what is owed them he can finally have the hidden location to his mother. And the last name on the list, is a woman who is more pure and loving than anything he has ever known and is the woman he loves more than life itself. Melanie doesn't know what to make of Greyson King, only that he is always disappearing, and not the most "steadiest" of boyfriends. But she is drawn to him in a way she can't explain. She is looking for a man like her best friend has in Remington. But Greyson is not your typical male, and Melanie will have to rely on her heart when she learns the truth about Greyson.
"In my line of work distractions don't go well."
"Is that what I am? A distraction?"
"You're my fucking obsession. Not even a fantasy anymore. You're going to be the death of me, princess, and I don't give a shit anymore. I just don't want to be the death of you."
This story is full of some dynamic qualities and I was sucked into this story. Not quite in the same way as you get drawn into Remy, but I did find myself drawn into the story all the same. I think what was most intriguing was the mysterious element to the romance. I really never knew where this story was going, and there were times when it would really surprise me in the changes in plot or pacing even. And boy the villains of the story keeps you on your toes. Greyson isn't exactly the safest of men to be with, but he is protective of Melanie and I love the ways he goes about making sure that she is safe no matter the cost to himself. There are many secrets and half truths that occur in this story, and you see how this pair work through the drama and complex problems that build up through the story.
The Writing is simply Katy Evan's style though, so you just are guaranteed a story you won't want to put down, pages that you flip through and a romance that is a heart stopper!!! A VIBRANT SEXY TALE!
With you and me, there are no givens. No rules. Just what we want. And I want every inch of you. I want what you’ve given no one
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This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
When The Marquess Met His Match is a story that begins the An American Heiresses in London series. Now I have not read this series in order, but that is alright, but I was really eager to finish this series up and read Nick and Belinda's story. I will admit that this is probably not my favorite book of the series, though I really did enjoy it quite a bit just not as much as some of the other books in the series.
The story sets off when our hero goes in search of the infamous matchmaker, Belinda, to find him a match. His father has cut off his funds completely and he needs to find a rich heiress in a hurry. But when he arrives and asks for Belinda's help, she brutally turns him away. Through a series of events, they come to an agreement, that Belinda will find him a wife if he will stay away from one of her other "customers", a young woman that is close to finding a match herself until she meets Nick. Belinda doesn't care very much for Nick, she has heard everything she can hear about his "rakish" reputation, and has no inclination to actually help out a fortune hunter. But as Belinda starts to work more with Nick, she begins to see that he isn't the man that she assumed he was. She starts to see the real man....a man that has honor and integrity and has had to bear some horrible abuse from his father, a man worthy of her love.
I will say that there was many part of this book that I really enjoyed. I love the quick witted bantering that forms between Nick and Belinda. I loved the supporting characters that really add some laughter and spice to the story. We have our villain (Nick's father) who tries everything in his power to bring Nick down. Then we have the tender filled romance that slowly develops between Nick and Belinda. But there was one downer, our heroine. I really had a difficult time liking her, especially in the beginning. She gets pretty self righteous and judgemental on Nick. And yes I guess you could say he is a fortune hunter technically. But its not like he was going to use the money he gained from a good respectable marriage to go gambling or keep up his "rakish" ways. In fact, we see how responsible he feels for the tenants and innocent people that are depending on him. So I really had a hard time seeing how much Belinda is always putting him down and never believing in him until the end. Now this is where we see our hero go out of his comfort zone, and work on something that is fulfilling for him. Where he goes from just being a member of the Ton....to actually working his way to achieving something that could benefit many....all on his own merits and not because he marries a young lady or gets back in the good graces of his father. We see how deamening the father is toward his own son and it was pretty appalling to see here. My heart just broke for our hero, who has had to deal with such a horrible father who has taken pretty much everything he has cared about away from him out of spite. We do see how strong our hero actually is because of this though.
The romance that builds between them is slow going though. Of course they do have some solid chemistry and sparks and boy the way they like to verbally become entangled is a sight to see. But the actual development of their romance was slow going. It was really until the later half of the story that we see their romance really take a solid turn in the right direction.
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When The Marquess Met His Match is a story that begins the An American Heiresses in London series. Now I have not read this series in order, but that is alright, but I was really eager to finish this series up and read Nick and Belinda's story. I will admit that this is probably not my favorite book of the series, though I really did enjoy it quite a bit just not as much as some of the other books in the series.
The story sets off when our hero goes in search of the infamous matchmaker, Belinda, to find him a match. His father has cut off his funds completely and he needs to find a rich heiress in a hurry. But when he arrives and asks for Belinda's help, she brutally turns him away. Through a series of events, they come to an agreement, that Belinda will find him a wife if he will stay away from one of her other "customers", a young woman that is close to finding a match herself until she meets Nick. Belinda doesn't care very much for Nick, she has heard everything she can hear about his "rakish" reputation, and has no inclination to actually help out a fortune hunter. But as Belinda starts to work more with Nick, she begins to see that he isn't the man that she assumed he was. She starts to see the real man....a man that has honor and integrity and has had to bear some horrible abuse from his father, a man worthy of her love.
I will say that there was many part of this book that I really enjoyed. I love the quick witted bantering that forms between Nick and Belinda. I loved the supporting characters that really add some laughter and spice to the story. We have our villain (Nick's father) who tries everything in his power to bring Nick down. Then we have the tender filled romance that slowly develops between Nick and Belinda. But there was one downer, our heroine. I really had a difficult time liking her, especially in the beginning. She gets pretty self righteous and judgemental on Nick. And yes I guess you could say he is a fortune hunter technically. But its not like he was going to use the money he gained from a good respectable marriage to go gambling or keep up his "rakish" ways. In fact, we see how responsible he feels for the tenants and innocent people that are depending on him. So I really had a hard time seeing how much Belinda is always putting him down and never believing in him until the end. Now this is where we see our hero go out of his comfort zone, and work on something that is fulfilling for him. Where he goes from just being a member of the Ton....to actually working his way to achieving something that could benefit many....all on his own merits and not because he marries a young lady or gets back in the good graces of his father. We see how deamening the father is toward his own son and it was pretty appalling to see here. My heart just broke for our hero, who has had to deal with such a horrible father who has taken pretty much everything he has cared about away from him out of spite. We do see how strong our hero actually is because of this though.
The romance that builds between them is slow going though. Of course they do have some solid chemistry and sparks and boy the way they like to verbally become entangled is a sight to see. But the actual development of their romance was slow going. It was really until the later half of the story that we see their romance really take a solid turn in the right direction.
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This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
Undercover Attraction is a stunning story and we continue on with the O Malley clan, and in this wonderful book we have AIDEN's story---yep you heard me....the eldest and the biggest baddass of them all. I honestly didn't know how I would feel about this book, to be honest. Aiden is the one sibling I have really really struggled with through this series. He is the one sibling that never says no to their parents, always falls in line and does what is necessary. But in this book, we see a whole new side to his character, and that is what really made this book fantastic. Aiden has burned quite a few bridges with his siblings. But we see how has had to, because he bears every weight on his shoulders. He is the epitome of being the oldest child, taking responsibliity for his siblings and looking out for them even if it doesn't look that way. But in Undercover Attraction we see how he has a plan, a devious plan to save his youngest sister from marriage, it has one draw back, he will have to keep the truth from his family, only a few people can know including the one woman that he is drawn to and he knows she is perfect. Our heroine reluctantly agrees to pose as Aiden's fiancee to get justice for how some dirty cops turned on her, and her life fell apart. Everyone sees her as a bad cop, even though she is innocent even her own family rejected her. But as she works with Aiden, and gets to know his siblings, she starts to see what "family" is really about and what has been missing in her life.
There were so many fun and thrilling aspects to this story. The first was the trope that we get introduced to here. Its the whole fake engagement which is so great to see and rare in a contemporary romance and boy Robert's wrote it so well. Then we get more exciting moments with this family. I swear the O'Malley's are one of the most memorable families that I have ever had the opportunity to read. We get see all of our old favorites of course and side plot line with the youngest sister Keira and our nemesis of the series Dmitri. And boy I so can't wait for their book!!!
Now the romance that builds between Aiden and Charlie starts off as chemistry. They are really opposites in most ways except when they touch and then is like fireworks. So yeah the sex in this book is hot and off the charts. What really proves them though is the emotional build up. They have to overcome some obstacles and start to let their emotions take over. They do learn to accept that what is between them is stronger than sex, it's more binding. And they go from a fake engagement to building something more real. As both Charlie and Aiden starts to grow more into themselves, and change in some positive ways, we see how in touch they are with each other. We learn that Aiden isn't the bad boy he appears to be and that Charlie has a vulnerable side despite how tough she tries to appear on the outside. But honestly what I really enjoyed about Charlie's character was how she handles Aiden. She isn't afraid of him and that really makes a different. She talks to him and fights with him when she believes he is wrong and I do think that she is exactly what he needs.
And what a teaser at the end....man I want book SIX like NOW!!! But sadly we have to wait until February 2018. This is where these authors test our patience right? hehe
Undercover Attraction is a stunning story and we continue on with the O Malley clan, and in this wonderful book we have AIDEN's story---yep you heard me....the eldest and the biggest baddass of them all. I honestly didn't know how I would feel about this book, to be honest. Aiden is the one sibling I have really really struggled with through this series. He is the one sibling that never says no to their parents, always falls in line and does what is necessary. But in this book, we see a whole new side to his character, and that is what really made this book fantastic. Aiden has burned quite a few bridges with his siblings. But we see how has had to, because he bears every weight on his shoulders. He is the epitome of being the oldest child, taking responsibliity for his siblings and looking out for them even if it doesn't look that way. But in Undercover Attraction we see how he has a plan, a devious plan to save his youngest sister from marriage, it has one draw back, he will have to keep the truth from his family, only a few people can know including the one woman that he is drawn to and he knows she is perfect. Our heroine reluctantly agrees to pose as Aiden's fiancee to get justice for how some dirty cops turned on her, and her life fell apart. Everyone sees her as a bad cop, even though she is innocent even her own family rejected her. But as she works with Aiden, and gets to know his siblings, she starts to see what "family" is really about and what has been missing in her life.
There were so many fun and thrilling aspects to this story. The first was the trope that we get introduced to here. Its the whole fake engagement which is so great to see and rare in a contemporary romance and boy Robert's wrote it so well. Then we get more exciting moments with this family. I swear the O'Malley's are one of the most memorable families that I have ever had the opportunity to read. We get see all of our old favorites of course and side plot line with the youngest sister Keira and our nemesis of the series Dmitri. And boy I so can't wait for their book!!!
Now the romance that builds between Aiden and Charlie starts off as chemistry. They are really opposites in most ways except when they touch and then is like fireworks. So yeah the sex in this book is hot and off the charts. What really proves them though is the emotional build up. They have to overcome some obstacles and start to let their emotions take over. They do learn to accept that what is between them is stronger than sex, it's more binding. And they go from a fake engagement to building something more real. As both Charlie and Aiden starts to grow more into themselves, and change in some positive ways, we see how in touch they are with each other. We learn that Aiden isn't the bad boy he appears to be and that Charlie has a vulnerable side despite how tough she tries to appear on the outside. But honestly what I really enjoyed about Charlie's character was how she handles Aiden. She isn't afraid of him and that really makes a different. She talks to him and fights with him when she believes he is wrong and I do think that she is exactly what he needs.
I don't know how to explain it, but you fit. You see me in a way that no one else does, and you're never afraid to push back when I'm being a dick.
And what a teaser at the end....man I want book SIX like NOW!!! But sadly we have to wait until February 2018. This is where these authors test our patience right? hehe
This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
Seducing The Defendant is a story written by an author that is very new to me here. And I have to say that I was highly impressed with how this story was developled and the characters that became larger than life. I honestly wasn't sure how much I would like this one, since it was a spontateous acceptance of receiving this book in exchange for a review. However, I have to say that this sudden decision I am so glad for because I just found a new favorite author to devour and I can't wait to read book one, because if its anything like this story than I am sure that I will fall in love.
Seducing The Defendent begins with our hero Jaxson Bentley, who is an defense attourney accept a difficult case but will only make his name even more prestigious. He is known to win the hardest of cases and this new one will be a new step for him. But the moment he meets with his defendent, he knows that there is something fishy about her case. Not everything is adding up here. There is a great mystery and he wants to get to the bottom of it, especially when after getting to know his defendent, he realizes that this woman is sweet and gentle and doesn't deserve to spend time in prison for a crime she didn't commit and soon a strong and vibrant love story develops between Jaxson and Scarlett one that is full of various emotions that trasnfers to the reader.
What a powerful story, and one which I wasn't fully expecting here. I simply adored Jaxson and Scarlett. Jaxson is full of humor and intelligence (which is sexy in a hero). And I love how passionate he is about life but still has some vulnerabilities which makes him appear to be more human to this reader. Then we have our heroine, Scarlett. She is being accused of murdering her husband. But Scarlett is the last person who could ever do such a thing. She is sweet and kind, and so gentle. She has suffered abuse but still has a backbone of steel. I love her strength and seeing the way that being with Jaxson brings out the best in her. She really grows from being timid and afraid of her own shadow at first, to living her dreams and finding happiness and fulfillement in life. Its truly a wonderful change that we see in her.
The romance that builds between these two is simply powerful. At first its all just friends, because of the conflict of interest since Jaxson is her attourney. But then once we see them find the truth about who really killed her husband, then their romance simply beautifies even more. I love how they interact with one another here. Its simply not what you expect. They truly "get" each other and compliment each other in the every day ways. I fell in love with this couple so much and I would forget that these characters are merely fictional and not real....but this author has an amazing ability to make them come to life in a poignant way. Now there is one cliffhanger or more simply put a shocking outcome to one of the characters that I LOVED. Like really.....I wanted to tell the author WHY oh WHY do that? I don't want to spoil it, but its the one thing that made this book a four star instead of a five star read.
Overall Seducing The Defendent is a powerful packed romance that brings together a couple who helps each other fight battles, a vibrant love tale that introduces emotiona and reality to the reader......simply a joy to read!
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Seducing The Defendant is a story written by an author that is very new to me here. And I have to say that I was highly impressed with how this story was developled and the characters that became larger than life. I honestly wasn't sure how much I would like this one, since it was a spontateous acceptance of receiving this book in exchange for a review. However, I have to say that this sudden decision I am so glad for because I just found a new favorite author to devour and I can't wait to read book one, because if its anything like this story than I am sure that I will fall in love.
Seducing The Defendent begins with our hero Jaxson Bentley, who is an defense attourney accept a difficult case but will only make his name even more prestigious. He is known to win the hardest of cases and this new one will be a new step for him. But the moment he meets with his defendent, he knows that there is something fishy about her case. Not everything is adding up here. There is a great mystery and he wants to get to the bottom of it, especially when after getting to know his defendent, he realizes that this woman is sweet and gentle and doesn't deserve to spend time in prison for a crime she didn't commit and soon a strong and vibrant love story develops between Jaxson and Scarlett one that is full of various emotions that trasnfers to the reader.
What a powerful story, and one which I wasn't fully expecting here. I simply adored Jaxson and Scarlett. Jaxson is full of humor and intelligence (which is sexy in a hero). And I love how passionate he is about life but still has some vulnerabilities which makes him appear to be more human to this reader. Then we have our heroine, Scarlett. She is being accused of murdering her husband. But Scarlett is the last person who could ever do such a thing. She is sweet and kind, and so gentle. She has suffered abuse but still has a backbone of steel. I love her strength and seeing the way that being with Jaxson brings out the best in her. She really grows from being timid and afraid of her own shadow at first, to living her dreams and finding happiness and fulfillement in life. Its truly a wonderful change that we see in her.
The romance that builds between these two is simply powerful. At first its all just friends, because of the conflict of interest since Jaxson is her attourney. But then once we see them find the truth about who really killed her husband, then their romance simply beautifies even more. I love how they interact with one another here. Its simply not what you expect. They truly "get" each other and compliment each other in the every day ways. I fell in love with this couple so much and I would forget that these characters are merely fictional and not real....but this author has an amazing ability to make them come to life in a poignant way. Now there is one cliffhanger or more simply put a shocking outcome to one of the characters that I LOVED. Like really.....I wanted to tell the author WHY oh WHY do that? I don't want to spoil it, but its the one thing that made this book a four star instead of a five star read.
Overall Seducing The Defendent is a powerful packed romance that brings together a couple who helps each other fight battles, a vibrant love tale that introduces emotiona and reality to the reader......simply a joy to read!
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This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
Relentless is the latest novella from this outstanding vampire series by D. B. Reynolds. I just adore this world that this author has created and these novella's are great because Raphael and Cyn are just a great fighting couple. I love how well they are together, they really are just right for each other. We see the ways that even though our hero, who is alpha male, doesn't want his mate anywhere near danger, he always understands who she is and accepts her by his side "trying to protect him" and actually loves that about her even though he hates the idea of the risk of losing her. Cyn is very independent and is a fighter, and we see how fiercely protective she is of her "mate" and I love how well we see them grow in their relationship and how much they have grown especially with everything that has happened to them. The world in this book is growing from North America and we it extend toward Europe which is awesome. So I am excited to see where this author takes this series.
Relentless is a fun addition to this series that is full of thrills and excitement, intrigue and danger and some fun sexy times too!!! This is definitely my "cup of tea".
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Relentless is the latest novella from this outstanding vampire series by D. B. Reynolds. I just adore this world that this author has created and these novella's are great because Raphael and Cyn are just a great fighting couple. I love how well they are together, they really are just right for each other. We see the ways that even though our hero, who is alpha male, doesn't want his mate anywhere near danger, he always understands who she is and accepts her by his side "trying to protect him" and actually loves that about her even though he hates the idea of the risk of losing her. Cyn is very independent and is a fighter, and we see how fiercely protective she is of her "mate" and I love how well we see them grow in their relationship and how much they have grown especially with everything that has happened to them. The world in this book is growing from North America and we it extend toward Europe which is awesome. So I am excited to see where this author takes this series.
Relentless is a fun addition to this series that is full of thrills and excitement, intrigue and danger and some fun sexy times too!!! This is definitely my "cup of tea".
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This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
To Marry A Texas Outlaw is a beautiful well written story from a new favorite author of mine. Historical westerns are a bit of a forgotten art, and I love that Linda Broday has brightened up this sub genre in romance and the way she writes these cowboys and ranchers and bad boys of sorts are sexy as all get out. Now I will say that I do wish I had started with book one and I have no idea why I didn't. *banging head against the wall*.
So what is this story about may you ask? well let me tell you the basics. This book features the third brother, who is an outlaw and running from the law. However our hero was framed for a crime that he didn't commit and is on the hunt for the man who can clear him so he can return home. But when he starts to close in, he stumbles across an injured woman who has lost her memories and is covered with blood. Luke is not the type of man to abandon a woman in need. She doesn't have any idea who she is, and obviously she has suffered a recent trauma. So as they go in search of clues to find out her past and see if anything triggers her memory, they stumble across a young boy and his dog that are on the run from his abusive uncle. Luke is overwhelmed because he is now responsible for a woman and boy who are in danger and his time is running out.
I can't say how much I adored this book, it was simply exciting and full of adventure and these road trip adventure romances rock and Linda Broday is one of those authors that are so talented at it. I love the way that this plot develops from the beginning of seeing the hero find the heroine, and then discover a young boy that has been abused and seeing him just grow in healing and become a smart and funny little boy. And the animals.....if you like dogs and cats...this book is definitely for you. Because they were just the cherry on top for this book. A grown up dog and a kitten do NOT get along hehe so seeing them introduced and boy what chaos they create just adds a lighter side to a more serious sided plot of the story. the family that we are introduced to here with his father and his two brothers was so addictive. I just couldn't get enough of this sweet family. I love how even though Luke is the "loner" type, his father and brothers are so protective and never give up on him. We see the way that Luke looks at himself. He was born as a bastard, and so he doesn't consider himself a true member of the family. However what was a plus, was seeing how his family doesn't feel that way. They treat him normally and would sacrifice their own lives for him and I love seeing that family loyalty.
The romance that builds between Luke and Josie was engaging and I wanted more of these two. I think what I love is how right they are for each other. Josie isn't a passive heroine. She is progressive, and is smart even though she has lost her memory, she is devoted to Luke and is working her way to convince Luke to give them a chance. Because Luke is so focused on his current condition, of being in danger from the law and doesn't want to risk giving Josie more because he doesn't want her to have to mourn him. So we see a bit of a test of wills between the two and seeing the growth emotionally in their relationship. Now I will say what was unique, was that they have sex earlier on in the book which is rare for a HR western and then the later half of the story the focus is more on the emotional intimacy and the climax of the plot and so much suspense and danger and I was on the edge of my seat, it was simply mind blowing picking up this book and falling so in love with these easy to love characters.
Overall....this western sexy romance is thrilling, edgy, endearing and packed of elements that come together in a spendid mix of romance and passion!!
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To Marry A Texas Outlaw is a beautiful well written story from a new favorite author of mine. Historical westerns are a bit of a forgotten art, and I love that Linda Broday has brightened up this sub genre in romance and the way she writes these cowboys and ranchers and bad boys of sorts are sexy as all get out. Now I will say that I do wish I had started with book one and I have no idea why I didn't. *banging head against the wall*.
So what is this story about may you ask? well let me tell you the basics. This book features the third brother, who is an outlaw and running from the law. However our hero was framed for a crime that he didn't commit and is on the hunt for the man who can clear him so he can return home. But when he starts to close in, he stumbles across an injured woman who has lost her memories and is covered with blood. Luke is not the type of man to abandon a woman in need. She doesn't have any idea who she is, and obviously she has suffered a recent trauma. So as they go in search of clues to find out her past and see if anything triggers her memory, they stumble across a young boy and his dog that are on the run from his abusive uncle. Luke is overwhelmed because he is now responsible for a woman and boy who are in danger and his time is running out.
I can't say how much I adored this book, it was simply exciting and full of adventure and these road trip adventure romances rock and Linda Broday is one of those authors that are so talented at it. I love the way that this plot develops from the beginning of seeing the hero find the heroine, and then discover a young boy that has been abused and seeing him just grow in healing and become a smart and funny little boy. And the animals.....if you like dogs and cats...this book is definitely for you. Because they were just the cherry on top for this book. A grown up dog and a kitten do NOT get along hehe so seeing them introduced and boy what chaos they create just adds a lighter side to a more serious sided plot of the story. the family that we are introduced to here with his father and his two brothers was so addictive. I just couldn't get enough of this sweet family. I love how even though Luke is the "loner" type, his father and brothers are so protective and never give up on him. We see the way that Luke looks at himself. He was born as a bastard, and so he doesn't consider himself a true member of the family. However what was a plus, was seeing how his family doesn't feel that way. They treat him normally and would sacrifice their own lives for him and I love seeing that family loyalty.
The romance that builds between Luke and Josie was engaging and I wanted more of these two. I think what I love is how right they are for each other. Josie isn't a passive heroine. She is progressive, and is smart even though she has lost her memory, she is devoted to Luke and is working her way to convince Luke to give them a chance. Because Luke is so focused on his current condition, of being in danger from the law and doesn't want to risk giving Josie more because he doesn't want her to have to mourn him. So we see a bit of a test of wills between the two and seeing the growth emotionally in their relationship. Now I will say what was unique, was that they have sex earlier on in the book which is rare for a HR western and then the later half of the story the focus is more on the emotional intimacy and the climax of the plot and so much suspense and danger and I was on the edge of my seat, it was simply mind blowing picking up this book and falling so in love with these easy to love characters.
Overall....this western sexy romance is thrilling, edgy, endearing and packed of elements that come together in a spendid mix of romance and passion!!
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This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
Tempted and Taken is a romance that continue on with this wonderful brotherhood that this author has gifted to us. There is something so unique about this brotherhood here, and I just love the way that this story just grabbed at my attention. I was super stoked because this is Knox's story.
Now Knox is our resident nerd of the group and man he makes one sexy nerd. He is the brains behind their brotherhood and he keeps them so safe its almost on the brink of paranoia which is good because you never know what enemies you may have. Now Knox has an opportunity but one he isn't sure if he should actually tackle. JJ is a woman he can't resist with a russian drawl that gets him all bothered. When she comes to him looking for a job and to gain experience and learn from him, he is both curious and intrigued but also very cautious because he doesn't know much about her and he knows that she is hiding some secrets and even running from someone.
What we see in this story is a heroine that is in serious distress. She is from Russia but she is on the run from someone who would carelessly kill and murder just to possess her. She has a new identity but from the moment she meets Knox, she wants more than just a fling, and she is drawn into this family of brotherhood, and we see her learning to take a leap of faith and trust in Knox and those he considers family. Knox has a bitter past when it comes to relationships. He was betrayed and refuses to enter into another relationship...until he meets J.J. and his world goes upside down.
I believe that what made their relationship so intriguing was see Knox turned around by our heroine. He honestly is unbalanced with her, and boy was quite fun to watch. I really liked how well they connect and work together and their chemistry is off the charts. And of course we get some plenty fun times with the family and brothers that had me laughing out loud more than once. We also get a introduction to a new character (maybe) and introduced to a russian mafia type group that I didn't expect this author to bring in.
Overall Tempted and Taken is a tale of edgy passion, thrilling rides, an emotional rollercoaster that blends in sizzling chemistry and beautiful dynamics of a romance that is bound to have you on the edge!!!
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Tempted and Taken is a romance that continue on with this wonderful brotherhood that this author has gifted to us. There is something so unique about this brotherhood here, and I just love the way that this story just grabbed at my attention. I was super stoked because this is Knox's story.
Now Knox is our resident nerd of the group and man he makes one sexy nerd. He is the brains behind their brotherhood and he keeps them so safe its almost on the brink of paranoia which is good because you never know what enemies you may have. Now Knox has an opportunity but one he isn't sure if he should actually tackle. JJ is a woman he can't resist with a russian drawl that gets him all bothered. When she comes to him looking for a job and to gain experience and learn from him, he is both curious and intrigued but also very cautious because he doesn't know much about her and he knows that she is hiding some secrets and even running from someone.
What we see in this story is a heroine that is in serious distress. She is from Russia but she is on the run from someone who would carelessly kill and murder just to possess her. She has a new identity but from the moment she meets Knox, she wants more than just a fling, and she is drawn into this family of brotherhood, and we see her learning to take a leap of faith and trust in Knox and those he considers family. Knox has a bitter past when it comes to relationships. He was betrayed and refuses to enter into another relationship...until he meets J.J. and his world goes upside down.
I believe that what made their relationship so intriguing was see Knox turned around by our heroine. He honestly is unbalanced with her, and boy was quite fun to watch. I really liked how well they connect and work together and their chemistry is off the charts. And of course we get some plenty fun times with the family and brothers that had me laughing out loud more than once. We also get a introduction to a new character (maybe) and introduced to a russian mafia type group that I didn't expect this author to bring in.
Overall Tempted and Taken is a tale of edgy passion, thrilling rides, an emotional rollercoaster that blends in sizzling chemistry and beautiful dynamics of a romance that is bound to have you on the edge!!!
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