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Hook is the first book in the No Prisoners MC series. This book is a novella that sets off the series at a delightful beginning. Hook is Australian, and his family moved to town and got involved in drugs. But Hook and his best friend Striker and the girl they watched out for grew up together and looked out for each other. But once Hook and Striker turned 18, they became prospects for the local MC “No Prisoners” and they found the family they never had growing up. Marcie grew up with Striker and Hook. Her mother was a prostitute and a drug addict, and Striker took her in and looked out after her like a brother. But his friend, Hook, was no brother to her. And when she returns home after her mothers death to settle her affairs, she finds herself reuinited with the two men she calls family more than anyone else in her life. But her ex boyfriend has gone crazy and rough, and is stalking her while she reconnects with Striker and kindles the passion she feels for Hook.
I had a true fun time with this book, and this is a great way to start off the series. Its a sexy and sweet read and has a playful side to the romance which you don’t normally see in a MC romance. Of course you don’t see much of the club in this book, the focus is the romance between Marcie and Hook and also the friendship between Marcie and Striker. There is a downside to the story, which is the heroine. She tends to be a bit too independent that she forgets that living a life is important too. She had to be so independent growing up, and doesn’t want to have to give that up. She does hurt the hero in a way, because all he wants is a partner, but Marcie gets a bit too obsessed with her independence and doesn’t see that its important to let people into your life and you don’t have to sacrifice who you are to do so. Even though I didn’t like how she treated the hero sometimes, I did like seeing her personal growth and realize what she had been missing in her life and how lonely she had been since leaving town. We also have a intensity to the story with Marcie’s ex, who has kinda gotten too bit obsessed with her and I enjoyed seeing how this story played out in the end. Such a easy going, heart warming yet sexy as sin romance to curl your toes.
I had a true fun time with this book, and this is a great way to start off the series. Its a sexy and sweet read and has a playful side to the romance which you don’t normally see in a MC romance. Of course you don’t see much of the club in this book, the focus is the romance between Marcie and Hook and also the friendship between Marcie and Striker. There is a downside to the story, which is the heroine. She tends to be a bit too independent that she forgets that living a life is important too. She had to be so independent growing up, and doesn’t want to have to give that up. She does hurt the hero in a way, because all he wants is a partner, but Marcie gets a bit too obsessed with her independence and doesn’t see that its important to let people into your life and you don’t have to sacrifice who you are to do so. Even though I didn’t like how she treated the hero sometimes, I did like seeing her personal growth and realize what she had been missing in her life and how lonely she had been since leaving town. We also have a intensity to the story with Marcie’s ex, who has kinda gotten too bit obsessed with her and I enjoyed seeing how this story played out in the end. Such a easy going, heart warming yet sexy as sin romance to curl your toes.
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My Beloved by Karen Ranney was a classic medieval romance with a writing style that I
have missed so much over the years. Its definitely has a old school feel, and it is part of the Avon Romantic Treasures line, so if you loved that line of romances, you will have a good time with this one. Karen Ranney has always been such a fun author to read over the years and picking up this classic of hers, made me remember why I fell in love with her writing many years ago in the first place and man I miss reading historical's like this. Full of depth and emotion and drama and a great plot of mystery. This one definitely packs a punch, and yeah its not a perfect read but quite an enjoyable one.
It starts off with our hero and our heroine when they get married as children. Its an arranged marriage, and afterwards Sebastian has left to Europe to join in the wars and fighting and Juliana has been sent to the convent. Juliana has spent years in the convent, and barely remembers her husband. But now he has returned and wants her as his wife, but not in the ways that she expects or looks forward to. Sebastian had been imprisoned, and he hides a great secret that no one but his squire knows the truth....a truth that keeps him from being close to Juliana....the one woman he wishes he could show his love and affection. But their lives are in danger from the Templars who are after a treasure.
This is a slow burn romance that builds very gradually and nothing happens as far as sex scenes until the end of the book. Of course, once you understand Sebastian's secret, you can definitely see why they can't be intimate. (But of course, its Karen Ranney, so you just know it will happen) but I felt like sometimes it's nice to build up the sexual tension in the ways that Karen Ranney handles her books. I felt like the bedroom scenes in the end were so much more satisfying and sensual because you feel the build up more and more with each chapter. I loved seeing Sebastian and Juliana become really good friends and seeing emotional intimacy build stronger that eventually matches the physical intimacy between these two. There is a plot of danger and intrigue of course, which wasn't a super strong element, but a element that adds some intensity to the story line. I did feel that the romance was the primary focus which was so delightful. At times the story is slow going, but due to the set up of the story and the how story evolves....you can see why. But I did get a kick out of reading this one for sure. Highly recommend for historical romance lovers, especially those that love medieval era themes.
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My Beloved by Karen Ranney was a classic medieval romance with a writing style that I
have missed so much over the years. Its definitely has a old school feel, and it is part of the Avon Romantic Treasures line, so if you loved that line of romances, you will have a good time with this one. Karen Ranney has always been such a fun author to read over the years and picking up this classic of hers, made me remember why I fell in love with her writing many years ago in the first place and man I miss reading historical's like this. Full of depth and emotion and drama and a great plot of mystery. This one definitely packs a punch, and yeah its not a perfect read but quite an enjoyable one.It starts off with our hero and our heroine when they get married as children. Its an arranged marriage, and afterwards Sebastian has left to Europe to join in the wars and fighting and Juliana has been sent to the convent. Juliana has spent years in the convent, and barely remembers her husband. But now he has returned and wants her as his wife, but not in the ways that she expects or looks forward to. Sebastian had been imprisoned, and he hides a great secret that no one but his squire knows the truth....a truth that keeps him from being close to Juliana....the one woman he wishes he could show his love and affection. But their lives are in danger from the Templars who are after a treasure.
Aristotle was once asked the definition of a friend. He answered that it was a single soul dwelling in two bodies. What is love? I think it is the same. Be my soul, my dearest Juliana.
This is a slow burn romance that builds very gradually and nothing happens as far as sex scenes until the end of the book. Of course, once you understand Sebastian's secret, you can definitely see why they can't be intimate. (But of course, its Karen Ranney, so you just know it will happen) but I felt like sometimes it's nice to build up the sexual tension in the ways that Karen Ranney handles her books. I felt like the bedroom scenes in the end were so much more satisfying and sensual because you feel the build up more and more with each chapter. I loved seeing Sebastian and Juliana become really good friends and seeing emotional intimacy build stronger that eventually matches the physical intimacy between these two. There is a plot of danger and intrigue of course, which wasn't a super strong element, but a element that adds some intensity to the story line. I did feel that the romance was the primary focus which was so delightful. At times the story is slow going, but due to the set up of the story and the how story evolves....you can see why. But I did get a kick out of reading this one for sure. Highly recommend for historical romance lovers, especially those that love medieval era themes.
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Reckless is the first book that I have read from this author, I have had my eye on this book for quite some time and I had heard some great things about it so when I noticed it was part of the Audible Romance Package, I decided to grab it up and I am always up for trying out a new narrator (who was wonderful).
The story begins when Lexi LaCroix is working on advancing her dreams. She is a dressmaker and designer, and has a very unique style that has attracted some pretty famous people in the country. And she has attracted the attention of a prestige design firm in New York. While waiting for her flight at the airport, she finds herself attracted to a man who has this edgy biker look that appeals to her in every way. But she has had issues in the past of men only wanting her for her looks and not looking at who she is underneath. So, with his agreement, they have a sexy fling in New York, in the dark. Lexi feels a strong connection to Jax, a connection she has never felt before but she fears what he could do to her "image" and leaves him. But weeks later, when he contacts her on an impulse, she can't resist replying to him and decides to take a chance and a risk on Jax and what they could become....but will Lexi let her dream be her priority or the love she has for Jax...
I will be honest that at first I really REALLY struggled with the heroine. Jax is such a honorable character and is pretty much honest with her especially in how much he wants her in his life. But Lexi makes some pretty foolish decisions about Jax and about the design firm. I loved seeing her best friend put her in her place, and helped her realize how talented she is and not to let a big design firm overrule who she really is and her dreams including dictating the type of men she can be in a relationship with. Once Lexi realizes her mistakes and tries to make amends with Jax....I learned to really like her. And not only that, but seeing her realize her potential and how her designs are so unique and worth not giving up on was a very pivotal moment in the story.
Jax has had to live with his own heartbreak, he was once a famous actor, but now is a stuntman. He has had countless women use him over and over and has never had a relationship with a woman where he wasn't betrayed. And Lexi is the first woman who truly "sees" him as the man he is and doesn't try to use him like that. I grew to admire this pair especially when they really come together in the relationship. Despite my beginning reservations (which I almost marked this book as a DNF) I grew to admire this story and didn't want to put it down. Its a story that only gets better with each chapter. The romance that develops between the story is sexy and so so SENSUAL...the love scenes are so well written.
I really loved the way their romance was developed and seeing them realize how right they are for each other. Neither of them have been treated right in the past in relationships, and they really connect on a intellectual and emotional levels just as much as sexually. And we get some fun side characters that I can't wait to get their stories. I loved the men that works for Jax and of course, we have Lexi's best friend who is sassy and fun.
Overall I found this story to be a endearing and sexy as sin read with characters that will pull you in and not let go!! UNFORGETTABLE!!
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Reckless is the first book that I have read from this author, I have had my eye on this book for quite some time and I had heard some great things about it so when I noticed it was part of the Audible Romance Package, I decided to grab it up and I am always up for trying out a new narrator (who was wonderful).
The story begins when Lexi LaCroix is working on advancing her dreams. She is a dressmaker and designer, and has a very unique style that has attracted some pretty famous people in the country. And she has attracted the attention of a prestige design firm in New York. While waiting for her flight at the airport, she finds herself attracted to a man who has this edgy biker look that appeals to her in every way. But she has had issues in the past of men only wanting her for her looks and not looking at who she is underneath. So, with his agreement, they have a sexy fling in New York, in the dark. Lexi feels a strong connection to Jax, a connection she has never felt before but she fears what he could do to her "image" and leaves him. But weeks later, when he contacts her on an impulse, she can't resist replying to him and decides to take a chance and a risk on Jax and what they could become....but will Lexi let her dream be her priority or the love she has for Jax...
“I don’t have to see you,” he said, his own breathes fast now, “to know how fucking beautiful you are.”
I will be honest that at first I really REALLY struggled with the heroine. Jax is such a honorable character and is pretty much honest with her especially in how much he wants her in his life. But Lexi makes some pretty foolish decisions about Jax and about the design firm. I loved seeing her best friend put her in her place, and helped her realize how talented she is and not to let a big design firm overrule who she really is and her dreams including dictating the type of men she can be in a relationship with. Once Lexi realizes her mistakes and tries to make amends with Jax....I learned to really like her. And not only that, but seeing her realize her potential and how her designs are so unique and worth not giving up on was a very pivotal moment in the story.
“Want? Yes, she whispered, her eyes sliding closed. Yes I want to keep you more than I want to breathe.”
Jax has had to live with his own heartbreak, he was once a famous actor, but now is a stuntman. He has had countless women use him over and over and has never had a relationship with a woman where he wasn't betrayed. And Lexi is the first woman who truly "sees" him as the man he is and doesn't try to use him like that. I grew to admire this pair especially when they really come together in the relationship. Despite my beginning reservations (which I almost marked this book as a DNF) I grew to admire this story and didn't want to put it down. Its a story that only gets better with each chapter. The romance that develops between the story is sexy and so so SENSUAL...the love scenes are so well written.
Christ, the way he moved. He made her see stars. He didn’t thrust. He rocked. Undulated. Varied pressure. Moved her hips to his strokes. Like a dance. The same way he kissed. This wasn’t a fuck. It was an art.
I really loved the way their romance was developed and seeing them realize how right they are for each other. Neither of them have been treated right in the past in relationships, and they really connect on a intellectual and emotional levels just as much as sexually. And we get some fun side characters that I can't wait to get their stories. I loved the men that works for Jax and of course, we have Lexi's best friend who is sassy and fun.
Overall I found this story to be a endearing and sexy as sin read with characters that will pull you in and not let go!! UNFORGETTABLE!!
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I want to say that I loved this book and that I adored the characters and would recommend this one but honestly and unfortunately I am unable to do so.
This is my least favorite of Anna Randol's book, the others I have read from her in the past I have really liked. The hero was great and the set up was interesting. However the heroine was not my cup of tea in any way. I admired her cunning, seeing what she has gone through of course and seeing how all of her sacrifices led her with nothing and so she has to look out for her own future. But she is really manipulative in ways that I just couldn't go with, it just rubbed me the WRONG way and these type of heroines just don't work for me. And I felt that the hero was way too nice and she was just not good enough for him in my mind.
This is my least favorite of Anna Randol's book, the others I have read from her in the past I have really liked. The hero was great and the set up was interesting. However the heroine was not my cup of tea in any way. I admired her cunning, seeing what she has gone through of course and seeing how all of her sacrifices led her with nothing and so she has to look out for her own future. But she is really manipulative in ways that I just couldn't go with, it just rubbed me the WRONG way and these type of heroines just don't work for me. And I felt that the hero was way too nice and she was just not good enough for him in my mind.
This was such a fun addition to the series. I have really enjoyed Shade through the series, and so it was fun seeing his book. I am not going to lie in thinking I would have loved this book in full length, but at least we get a novella of his story. I just really liked this pairing. At first it's just a fling themed romance, but it turns way deeper and the ending is a bit different from most romances, however it does leave you with a HEA. I did enjoy seeing these two find a way to be together and seeing this heroine find her place and find love after being betrayed and used from her ex. And yeah, Shade is no white lily but he adores her and doesn't hide the fact and our heroine has some balls here and she makes the perfect mate for Shade.
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Reckless is technically a stand-alone novel, however, this author has another book called "Shameless" that is connected to this one here. Shameless and Reckless are about two sisters. And I am crossing my fingers that this author will do another connecting book that will feature this hero's brother (because he deserves a story...such a rascal) Reckless is a story that features one of my favorite tropes. The hero is a rancher who is about to be divorced with two young children. And he is need of a nanny to take care of his kids while he takes care of the ranch. The heroine while visiting her sister, decided to take the nanny job for the summer until the fall semester starts so she can get her degree. It would be a great option since her sister is pregnant and wants to be close to her.
The chemistry between Ethan and Tori is pretty powerful and at first they don't really like each other. However, once Ethan gets his head on straight, things really smooth out between Ethan and Tori. Tori is wonderful for the kids, she really connects with them especially Ethan's cute little girl who is in need of love and affection. Their mother is pretty horrible, and you know how they say some people shouldn't be parents...well she is one of them. She really has no interests in her children, only in greed for more money. Ethan however, is such a "good" guy. He is honest, kind and hardworking. He is such a devoted father and tried everything to make his marriage work but his wife didn't really care much about their marriage. So now he about to finalize his divorce and is attracted to his nanny. He see's how great she is with his children and what a gentle-hearted and kind person that she really is at the core.
I really love this story so much, this is the first time reading this author and I was impressed. This was right up my alley, especially in my love of westerns and seeing these two come together was magic. You see how right they are for each other, and they do have the conflict of drama that the ex-wife seems to bring. I honestly couldn't put this book down and the narration was done so well. I don't get to listen to these two narrators too often, but when I do...I always get a kick out of it. This story is such a heartwarming and sweet romance. It definitely has its "hot" moments for sure, but the swoony...melt your heart in every way was there in every chapter. You find yourself cheering this pair on in finding their HEA. I was captivated by their personalities, the charming children that are in desperate need of love and attention, a crazy and fun uncle (who I have a feeling will have his own story very soon), some laughs....a bit of tears and much emotion that leaves your head swimming yet yearning for more. A PURE PLEASURE!!
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Reckless is technically a stand-alone novel, however, this author has another book called "Shameless" that is connected to this one here. Shameless and Reckless are about two sisters. And I am crossing my fingers that this author will do another connecting book that will feature this hero's brother (because he deserves a story...such a rascal) Reckless is a story that features one of my favorite tropes. The hero is a rancher who is about to be divorced with two young children. And he is need of a nanny to take care of his kids while he takes care of the ranch. The heroine while visiting her sister, decided to take the nanny job for the summer until the fall semester starts so she can get her degree. It would be a great option since her sister is pregnant and wants to be close to her.
The chemistry between Ethan and Tori is pretty powerful and at first they don't really like each other. However, once Ethan gets his head on straight, things really smooth out between Ethan and Tori. Tori is wonderful for the kids, she really connects with them especially Ethan's cute little girl who is in need of love and affection. Their mother is pretty horrible, and you know how they say some people shouldn't be parents...well she is one of them. She really has no interests in her children, only in greed for more money. Ethan however, is such a "good" guy. He is honest, kind and hardworking. He is such a devoted father and tried everything to make his marriage work but his wife didn't really care much about their marriage. So now he about to finalize his divorce and is attracted to his nanny. He see's how great she is with his children and what a gentle-hearted and kind person that she really is at the core.
I start to wonder, if he’s that gentle with his daughter, maybe he’s the type of man who could be gentle with my heart too.
I really love this story so much, this is the first time reading this author and I was impressed. This was right up my alley, especially in my love of westerns and seeing these two come together was magic. You see how right they are for each other, and they do have the conflict of drama that the ex-wife seems to bring. I honestly couldn't put this book down and the narration was done so well. I don't get to listen to these two narrators too often, but when I do...I always get a kick out of it. This story is such a heartwarming and sweet romance. It definitely has its "hot" moments for sure, but the swoony...melt your heart in every way was there in every chapter. You find yourself cheering this pair on in finding their HEA. I was captivated by their personalities, the charming children that are in desperate need of love and attention, a crazy and fun uncle (who I have a feeling will have his own story very soon), some laughs....a bit of tears and much emotion that leaves your head swimming yet yearning for more. A PURE PLEASURE!!
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This is the second book that I have grabbed up by Mariana Zapata and I have to say that I keep admiring this author because of the way she writes slow burn romances....they have become my favorites. I took a lot longer to pick this one up than I wanted to in the beginning, mostly because of the mixed reviews on Goodreads and so I wanted to wait until I was in the mood for this type of story and yeah after reading this one, I still have no idea why I waited so long to actually read this one here. *banging head against wall in shame* because really.....Zapata is a wonderful romance storyteller and I ADORED this book so much. Definitely has become one of my favorites of the year so far.
The premise of this story, may not work for everyone, but it totally worked for me in every way. Vanessa is in high debt to her student loans, and when she snatches up the assistant job to the infamous pro football player "The Wall of Winnipeg" she totally works it because it pays so well and she really needs the money. But after two years of working for Aiden Graves, she is done. She doesn't feel appreciated, and she wants to build her own business in graphic design. And working for Aiden keeps her too busy and so she quits. But then later, Aiden shows up on her doorstep and proposes a marriage of convenience. At first Vanessa thinks he is joking with her....but he isn't. He is Candadian and his visa will be up in a year and wants to not go back to Canada. So he wants to marry Vanessa for five years and in return for his "green card" he will pay off her student loans and buy her a house. At first Vanessa refuses, but then she shocks herself into agreeing into this crazy scheme....which could put her in prison if they fail. She just doesn't understand why Aiden of all men, would want this when he could have any willing woman. But Aiden is private and only has a handful of friends and he doesn't really like most women, they annoy him. But Aiden likes Vanessa, and he admires her and he enjoys her company but soon their marriage of convenience turns into something more than either of them expected.
I really had a blast with this book. I grabbed this up through the Audible Romance Package (and yeah I know I rave about this package, but honestly if you haven't tried it....TRY IT! It has so many goodies). The narrator was brilliant and really brought these characters to life. Its a 16 hour audiobook, so it took me a few days to get through....but what a story this turned out to be. I do have a weakness for football player heroes, and so this book really appealed to me especially since the hero isn't your average football hero in most romances. In fact, I ADORED his character so much because he is a bit different. He is famous, but he works his butt off for his success. He is one of the best defensive players in the sport. He is huge, has big muscles and works out for hours every day. And he is a vegan...never read a hero that was vegan but it was HOT! Seeing a hero that is so focused on his health was beyond sexy but boy does he eat a ton of food. The heroine is sassy, determined to be successful with her graphic designs, and is pretty creative. I loved how playful she is, and doesn't take sass. Neither the hero or the heroine, have great families they have come from. They both have had families that have been abusive in the past, so they really have more in common than they realize at first. And yeah the humor is AWESOME...I love the way that talk with each other.
Like I mentioned before this is a slow burn romance....when I say slow burn...I mean SLOW. Their romance develops very slowly, but you can see them falling love and how much they care for each other. There are only a few sex scenes towards the end of course, since that is how it works with slow burn romances. But this totally worked for me, because it really made their story so much more real and comes alive with emotion more fully. And when the moment comes that they admit their feelings for each other....my heart just about falls apart with these two. Yeah "burst into tears" type of moment that sneaks up on you and the ending was so perfect and leaves you feeling high on happiness and smiles all around. I honestly' don't think I can recommend this book enough.
This is the second book that I have grabbed up by Mariana Zapata and I have to say that I keep admiring this author because of the way she writes slow burn romances....they have become my favorites. I took a lot longer to pick this one up than I wanted to in the beginning, mostly because of the mixed reviews on Goodreads and so I wanted to wait until I was in the mood for this type of story and yeah after reading this one, I still have no idea why I waited so long to actually read this one here. *banging head against wall in shame* because really.....Zapata is a wonderful romance storyteller and I ADORED this book so much. Definitely has become one of my favorites of the year so far.
The premise of this story, may not work for everyone, but it totally worked for me in every way. Vanessa is in high debt to her student loans, and when she snatches up the assistant job to the infamous pro football player "The Wall of Winnipeg" she totally works it because it pays so well and she really needs the money. But after two years of working for Aiden Graves, she is done. She doesn't feel appreciated, and she wants to build her own business in graphic design. And working for Aiden keeps her too busy and so she quits. But then later, Aiden shows up on her doorstep and proposes a marriage of convenience. At first Vanessa thinks he is joking with her....but he isn't. He is Candadian and his visa will be up in a year and wants to not go back to Canada. So he wants to marry Vanessa for five years and in return for his "green card" he will pay off her student loans and buy her a house. At first Vanessa refuses, but then she shocks herself into agreeing into this crazy scheme....which could put her in prison if they fail. She just doesn't understand why Aiden of all men, would want this when he could have any willing woman. But Aiden is private and only has a handful of friends and he doesn't really like most women, they annoy him. But Aiden likes Vanessa, and he admires her and he enjoys her company but soon their marriage of convenience turns into something more than either of them expected.
Like football and art, like anything that anyone in the world has ever wanted, love was a dream. And just like a dream, there were no assurances behind it. It didn’t grow on its own. It didn’t blossom without food to feed it. It was the greatest in its subtleties. It was the strongest in its selflessness. And it could be forever with someone who wasn’t afraid to never give up on the possibilities it presents
I really had a blast with this book. I grabbed this up through the Audible Romance Package (and yeah I know I rave about this package, but honestly if you haven't tried it....TRY IT! It has so many goodies). The narrator was brilliant and really brought these characters to life. Its a 16 hour audiobook, so it took me a few days to get through....but what a story this turned out to be. I do have a weakness for football player heroes, and so this book really appealed to me especially since the hero isn't your average football hero in most romances. In fact, I ADORED his character so much because he is a bit different. He is famous, but he works his butt off for his success. He is one of the best defensive players in the sport. He is huge, has big muscles and works out for hours every day. And he is a vegan...never read a hero that was vegan but it was HOT! Seeing a hero that is so focused on his health was beyond sexy but boy does he eat a ton of food. The heroine is sassy, determined to be successful with her graphic designs, and is pretty creative. I loved how playful she is, and doesn't take sass. Neither the hero or the heroine, have great families they have come from. They both have had families that have been abusive in the past, so they really have more in common than they realize at first. And yeah the humor is AWESOME...I love the way that talk with each other.
“What if everyone hates me and no one talks to me? What if someone throws something at me?” Aiden snorted, setting the shirt he’d been holding aside and picking up the next one on the pile. “What are they going to throw? Bookmarks?”
Like I mentioned before this is a slow burn romance....when I say slow burn...I mean SLOW. Their romance develops very slowly, but you can see them falling love and how much they care for each other. There are only a few sex scenes towards the end of course, since that is how it works with slow burn romances. But this totally worked for me, because it really made their story so much more real and comes alive with emotion more fully. And when the moment comes that they admit their feelings for each other....my heart just about falls apart with these two. Yeah "burst into tears" type of moment that sneaks up on you and the ending was so perfect and leaves you feeling high on happiness and smiles all around. I honestly' don't think I can recommend this book enough.
Home is where you are. I would go anywhere for you if you wanted me there.
This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
In Jester we have a story that features book two in the No Prisoners MC series. I have had a blast with this MC, its pretty light considering other MC romances I have read. They aren't a perfect club by any means, but they also refuse to deal in drugs like their rival MC is doing. Our heroine is blackmailed with the life of her brother who stole drugs from the Grimm MC, and now they want Emily to spy on the No Prisoner's MC for them in exchange for her brother's life. Emily just has her brother, she is a school teacher, and knows nothing about the evils of the world. Jester is intrigued by this innocent and naive woman who has no idea what kind of world she is entering, but she is different from all the other women he has had sex with. She is vibrant, sexy, and sweet.
I really had a fun time with this story, it does feature a blackmail and secret theme here, so we see how it effects someone so sweet and innocent like our heroine. She really struggles with her decision, especially the longer she is with Jester and the more she gets to know and come to love the other members of the MC. She is really stuck between a rock and a hard place and it was interesting seeing how the story played out and seeing Jester and Emily find theirHEA despite the tough challenges they have to face. And it was nice seeing Jester (one of my favorite members) get his happy ending and finding the love he deserves.
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In Jester we have a story that features book two in the No Prisoners MC series. I have had a blast with this MC, its pretty light considering other MC romances I have read. They aren't a perfect club by any means, but they also refuse to deal in drugs like their rival MC is doing. Our heroine is blackmailed with the life of her brother who stole drugs from the Grimm MC, and now they want Emily to spy on the No Prisoner's MC for them in exchange for her brother's life. Emily just has her brother, she is a school teacher, and knows nothing about the evils of the world. Jester is intrigued by this innocent and naive woman who has no idea what kind of world she is entering, but she is different from all the other women he has had sex with. She is vibrant, sexy, and sweet.
I’m not a good man Emily. I’ve done shit that I will never tell you about because you shouldn’t even know such things exist in life. There will be more in the future. It’s just who I am. But I’m not a bully and I’ll never hurt you. This is your one chance to walk away, because if you stay, you are mine. Fucking mine. And I will tear apart any man who touches or threatens what’s mine.
I really had a fun time with this story, it does feature a blackmail and secret theme here, so we see how it effects someone so sweet and innocent like our heroine. She really struggles with her decision, especially the longer she is with Jester and the more she gets to know and come to love the other members of the MC. She is really stuck between a rock and a hard place and it was interesting seeing how the story played out and seeing Jester and Emily find theirHEA despite the tough challenges they have to face. And it was nice seeing Jester (one of my favorite members) get his happy ending and finding the love he deserves.
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In the first full length novel of the series “Striker” we have a story that brings together the VP of the No Prisoners MC and a doctor at the local hospital. Striker and Lila, have a connection after Lila treats members of the MC from various injuries. But when her kindness towards the MC gets noticed, her life becomes threatened after saving the life of one of the MC’s prospects. So the MC offers her a deal, they will protect her if she would be willing to treat the men of the MC when needed. Lila finds the members of the MC charming and funny and even though she knows they can be dangerous she never feels in danger around them. But right when the chemistry between Striker and Lila grow, the danger to them does as well and the real enemy is right beneath their notice and they may not survive.
I adored this book so much here, it was my first introduction to this author since I read this book first before Hook. I was charmed by so many of these members….Striker, Hook, Jasper, and many others. I did admire the way that this story played out though, not in the way I was expecting at all. I really had a blast with the surprises that this author lays out for the reader or listener. We have two types of villains, and one villain you don’t really see coming. Striker is such a great hero, he does have honor and loyalty and even though he isn’t “lily white” he has such a good heart and he is devoted to Lily and encouraging her passions and interests. I love that he doesn’t try to control her or contain her dreams….only seeks to be her true partner. The romance between Striker and Lily is HOT but also intensely emotional and we see them for for what they have together and yeah the ending was EPIC!!
I adored this book so much here, it was my first introduction to this author since I read this book first before Hook. I was charmed by so many of these members….Striker, Hook, Jasper, and many others. I did admire the way that this story played out though, not in the way I was expecting at all. I really had a blast with the surprises that this author lays out for the reader or listener. We have two types of villains, and one villain you don’t really see coming. Striker is such a great hero, he does have honor and loyalty and even though he isn’t “lily white” he has such a good heart and he is devoted to Lily and encouraging her passions and interests. I love that he doesn’t try to control her or contain her dreams….only seeks to be her true partner. The romance between Striker and Lily is HOT but also intensely emotional and we see them for for what they have together and yeah the ending was EPIC!!
This review was originally posted on Addicted To RomanceI received this book for free from Avon in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
Moonlight Seduction is the second book in the de Vincent trilogy and I was so thrilled to have the option from Avon to read this one in exchange for a honest review because this series is AMAZING. I truly believe it's some of Armentrout's best work. Of course, I have only read one other series from her...her NA books. I don't know how her adult books compare to her YA books. However I will say that these books here are so unique and sensual. I love the gothic feel to these books especially since gothic romances just aren't that popular and I always get a kick out of these type of tones of romances that have that intense yet thrilling edge to them.
It starts out with out heroine, hiding in a swimming pool because she doesn't want the man that she has a crush on see her in her one piece suit which she is embarassed about. But she made a grave mistake when Gideon was drunk one night and she lost her virginity to him and he had never forgiven her for it. Nicolette grew up with the de Vincent brothers, her parents ran the place in keeping the grounds and their home in top condition as the paid servants. But she grew close to the brothers especially the younger brothers. Nicolette has been gone in college and has just returned home when her mother gets cancer and comes back as support and to help around the house. Gideon and Nicolette have a rekindlilng of the spark they once felt years previous, but Nicolette is receiving death threats and her life is in danger. Will she and Gideon find out who is responsible in time or will Nicolette lose her life for her love of Gideon.
At first there are some pretty tense moments between Gideon and Nikki. They have some unresolved issues between them from the last time they saw each other. But the chemistry between them is more powerful than ever. And Gideon starts to realize that he doesn't want to burn any bridge he could have with Nikki and decides that friendship would be a good start. So he begins to show her that he truly wants her as his friend, but Nikki knows that there is more between them than platonic friendship. But right when their relationship starts to deepen, Nikki feels like her life is in danger when various incidents happen that could have caused her death.
I fell hard in love with this book, it was so dang fun and swoony and really intense in intrigue and suspense and of course we have these fun moments between Gideon and Nikki that were so delightful. Both characters are simply fun to know. Gideon is the "nice" brother, of course at first you don't think that about it. But as the story progresses, you see that he is the nice one. Devlin is the mean one and Lucian (from book one) is the mischievous of the bunch. So getting to know Gideon was just wonderful, I loved his personality and how protective he is of Nikki and his brothers. The romance that develops between these two is sexy, there are certain moments that are so swoon worthy and seriously you get lost in these moments between them. We also see more depths to Devlin, he is a brother that is not one the reader is sure about. But we see that when it comes to "family" he will do anything to protect them and he definitely redeems himself in the end so I can't wait to grab up his book later this year.
Overall I found Moonlight Seduction to be a on the edge of your seat, thrill you to your toes, fill you up with moments of intense love and devotion, and give you a full belly satisfying read that will lift your spirits.....guaranteed to make you fall head over heels in love!
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Moonlight Seduction is the second book in the de Vincent trilogy and I was so thrilled to have the option from Avon to read this one in exchange for a honest review because this series is AMAZING. I truly believe it's some of Armentrout's best work. Of course, I have only read one other series from her...her NA books. I don't know how her adult books compare to her YA books. However I will say that these books here are so unique and sensual. I love the gothic feel to these books especially since gothic romances just aren't that popular and I always get a kick out of these type of tones of romances that have that intense yet thrilling edge to them.
It starts out with out heroine, hiding in a swimming pool because she doesn't want the man that she has a crush on see her in her one piece suit which she is embarassed about. But she made a grave mistake when Gideon was drunk one night and she lost her virginity to him and he had never forgiven her for it. Nicolette grew up with the de Vincent brothers, her parents ran the place in keeping the grounds and their home in top condition as the paid servants. But she grew close to the brothers especially the younger brothers. Nicolette has been gone in college and has just returned home when her mother gets cancer and comes back as support and to help around the house. Gideon and Nicolette have a rekindlilng of the spark they once felt years previous, but Nicolette is receiving death threats and her life is in danger. Will she and Gideon find out who is responsible in time or will Nicolette lose her life for her love of Gideon.
At first there are some pretty tense moments between Gideon and Nikki. They have some unresolved issues between them from the last time they saw each other. But the chemistry between them is more powerful than ever. And Gideon starts to realize that he doesn't want to burn any bridge he could have with Nikki and decides that friendship would be a good start. So he begins to show her that he truly wants her as his friend, but Nikki knows that there is more between them than platonic friendship. But right when their relationship starts to deepen, Nikki feels like her life is in danger when various incidents happen that could have caused her death.
I fell hard in love with this book, it was so dang fun and swoony and really intense in intrigue and suspense and of course we have these fun moments between Gideon and Nikki that were so delightful. Both characters are simply fun to know. Gideon is the "nice" brother, of course at first you don't think that about it. But as the story progresses, you see that he is the nice one. Devlin is the mean one and Lucian (from book one) is the mischievous of the bunch. So getting to know Gideon was just wonderful, I loved his personality and how protective he is of Nikki and his brothers. The romance that develops between these two is sexy, there are certain moments that are so swoon worthy and seriously you get lost in these moments between them. We also see more depths to Devlin, he is a brother that is not one the reader is sure about. But we see that when it comes to "family" he will do anything to protect them and he definitely redeems himself in the end so I can't wait to grab up his book later this year.
Overall I found Moonlight Seduction to be a on the edge of your seat, thrill you to your toes, fill you up with moments of intense love and devotion, and give you a full belly satisfying read that will lift your spirits.....guaranteed to make you fall head over heels in love!
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