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Contemporary Reverse Harem #4
The Gallery
They say don’t go into business, or to bed, with friends. But what if those friends are four hardcore rich and handsome alpha players?
Did I really think I could keep it clean with guys like that?
And when reality set in, I realized dirty was much more fun.
That’s my kind of business.
Four different men, alpha as hell, and serious as hell about their special, secret nightclub.
The biggest thing they had in common? Me, and what they wanted to do to me behind closed doors.
This hot, over-the-top romance centers around bad-boy alpha dudes with a penchant for pursuing and protecting the women who give them a run for their money. If you love outrageously naughty stories as a way to indulge your not-so-secret bad girl side, this is for you.
***Available in 5-book boxset, and audio***
Did I really think I could keep it clean with guys like that?
And when reality set in, I realized dirty was much more fun.
That’s my kind of business.
Four different men, alpha as hell, and serious as hell about their special, secret nightclub.
The biggest thing they had in common? Me, and what they wanted to do to me behind closed doors.
This hot, over-the-top romance centers around bad-boy alpha dudes with a penchant for pursuing and protecting the women who give them a run for their money. If you love outrageously naughty stories as a way to indulge your not-so-secret bad girl side, this is for you.
***Available in 5-book boxset, and audio***
212 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 29, 2018
About the author
Mika Lane
96 books1,918 followersDear Reader:
I’m USA TODAY bestselling contemporary romance author Mika Lane, and am all about bringing you sexy, sassy stories with imperfect heroines and the bad-a*s dudes they bring to their knees. And I have a special love for romance with multiple guys because why should we have to settle for just one hunky man?
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Writing has been a passion of mine since, well, forever (my first book was The Day I Ate the Milkyway, a true fourth-grade masterpiece). These days, steamy romance, both dark and funny, gives purpose to my days and nights as I create worlds and characters who defy the imagination. I live in magical Northern California with my own handsome alpha dude, sometimes known as Mr. Mika Lane, and two devilish cats named Chuck and Murray. These three males also defy my imagination from time to time.
A lover of shiny things, I've been known to try new recipes on unsuspecting friends, find hiding places so I can read undisturbed, and spend my last dollar on a plane ticket somewhere.
I'll always promise you a hot, sexy romp and some version of a modern-day happily ever after.
I LOVE to hear from readers when I'm not dreaming up naughty tales to share. Join my Insider Group so we can get to know each other better http://mikalane.com/join-mailing-list, or contact me here: https://mikalane.com/contact.
xoxo
Love,
Mika
I’m USA TODAY bestselling contemporary romance author Mika Lane, and am all about bringing you sexy, sassy stories with imperfect heroines and the bad-a*s dudes they bring to their knees. And I have a special love for romance with multiple guys because why should we have to settle for just one hunky man?
Please join my Insider Group and be the first to hear about giveaways, sales, pre-orders, ARCs, and most importantly, a free sexy short story: http://mikalane.com/join-mailing-list/.
Writing has been a passion of mine since, well, forever (my first book was The Day I Ate the Milkyway, a true fourth-grade masterpiece). These days, steamy romance, both dark and funny, gives purpose to my days and nights as I create worlds and characters who defy the imagination. I live in magical Northern California with my own handsome alpha dude, sometimes known as Mr. Mika Lane, and two devilish cats named Chuck and Murray. These three males also defy my imagination from time to time.
A lover of shiny things, I've been known to try new recipes on unsuspecting friends, find hiding places so I can read undisturbed, and spend my last dollar on a plane ticket somewhere.
I'll always promise you a hot, sexy romp and some version of a modern-day happily ever after.
I LOVE to hear from readers when I'm not dreaming up naughty tales to share. Join my Insider Group so we can get to know each other better http://mikalane.com/join-mailing-list, or contact me here: https://mikalane.com/contact.
xoxo
Love,
Mika
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March 20, 2024
Good story & super steamy!
The following ratings are out of 5:
Romance: 💙❤️💚💜
Steam: 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Story/Plot: 📕📗📘📙
World building: 🌏🌍🌏🌍
Character development: 😊😘😟🤓
Narration: 🎙🎙🎙🎙🎙
Narration Type: Dual Narration
The heroine: Avril - she was a normal girl who married a rich New York businessman who bought her an art gallery and supported the gallery since it wasn’t yet profitable. Though she was very good at her job. She finds out at a party in the Hampton’s that her husband of 3 years is cheating on her. It turns out he was cheating with her assistant and is under investigation for running a pyramid scheme.
The Heroes:
Sumner - he was the son of a Senator, though didn’t have a relationship with his father. He was a wealthy mover and shaker on the New York business scene and in business with his four best friends.
Chase - one of Sumner’s business partners, he had a baby girl, whose mother left when the baby was only two months old. He does business with his friends during the day and runs a sex party event business at night.
Geo - he is one of the founders of the business shared by he and his four best friends. He is smart enough to not get into business with Devon Crane, Avril’s husband. He is Italian and the son of an arms dealer.
Ash - he is partner in the business with his friends and also in the party promotion side hustle called Kink Lab. He also liked to enjoy the parties as much as possible.
The Story: Avril was not only surprised by the fact that her husband was cheating on her, but he cuts her off without a cent days later. When she finally talked to him, he suggested she get a ‘real’ job and start driving herself rather than using his driver and limo. Despite the fact that she hasn’t gotten behind the wheel of a car since her sister Lisette died. Avril’s gay best friend, Blue, suggested she make some money by using her gallery for his party promotion business where he and some of his friends organize sex parties.
Avril wanted to attend one of the sex parties before agreeing to use her gallery for them. Though the elite clientele would probably be very good for her gallery as most of them are the kind of people who buy a lot of art. This book was super steamy, and I liked the story about Avril and her cheating husband. I liked the fact that even though he left her in dire straights, she was able to find herself a bigger and better deal.
This audiobook was told in multiple points of view via dual narration and was narrated by Jillian Macie and Tristan James. Jillian has a great voice and also does a terrific job at everything she does. She is great at showing emotion through her voice. Tristan has a deep voice and is great at doing different voices for different characters.
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The following ratings are out of 5:
Romance: 💙❤️💚💜
Steam: 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Story/Plot: 📕📗📘📙
World building: 🌏🌍🌏🌍
Character development: 😊😘😟🤓
Narration: 🎙🎙🎙🎙🎙
Narration Type: Dual Narration
The heroine: Avril - she was a normal girl who married a rich New York businessman who bought her an art gallery and supported the gallery since it wasn’t yet profitable. Though she was very good at her job. She finds out at a party in the Hampton’s that her husband of 3 years is cheating on her. It turns out he was cheating with her assistant and is under investigation for running a pyramid scheme.
The Heroes:
Sumner - he was the son of a Senator, though didn’t have a relationship with his father. He was a wealthy mover and shaker on the New York business scene and in business with his four best friends.
Chase - one of Sumner’s business partners, he had a baby girl, whose mother left when the baby was only two months old. He does business with his friends during the day and runs a sex party event business at night.
Geo - he is one of the founders of the business shared by he and his four best friends. He is smart enough to not get into business with Devon Crane, Avril’s husband. He is Italian and the son of an arms dealer.
Ash - he is partner in the business with his friends and also in the party promotion side hustle called Kink Lab. He also liked to enjoy the parties as much as possible.
The Story: Avril was not only surprised by the fact that her husband was cheating on her, but he cuts her off without a cent days later. When she finally talked to him, he suggested she get a ‘real’ job and start driving herself rather than using his driver and limo. Despite the fact that she hasn’t gotten behind the wheel of a car since her sister Lisette died. Avril’s gay best friend, Blue, suggested she make some money by using her gallery for his party promotion business where he and some of his friends organize sex parties.
Avril wanted to attend one of the sex parties before agreeing to use her gallery for them. Though the elite clientele would probably be very good for her gallery as most of them are the kind of people who buy a lot of art. This book was super steamy, and I liked the story about Avril and her cheating husband. I liked the fact that even though he left her in dire straights, she was able to find herself a bigger and better deal.
This audiobook was told in multiple points of view via dual narration and was narrated by Jillian Macie and Tristan James. Jillian has a great voice and also does a terrific job at everything she does. She is great at showing emotion through her voice. Tristan has a deep voice and is great at doing different voices for different characters.
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June 11, 2018
Hot. Steamy. Entertaining.
The thing I hate the most in this world is cheating. In this story, Avril learns that her husband is having an affair. Not only this, but he decides to cut her off. She then loses her "fake" friends and money. Good thing she has her Art Gallery and her bestie who offers her a new job. This opened up new opportunities for her and where she met four gorgeous men who all wanted to share her.
The Gallery is a definite must read. This book proved that if you experienced a downfall in life, you will soon be blessed with much greater things. You just have to believe and never give up. It also proved that real friends will stick with you through thick and thin, regardless if you have money or not. They will love you for you. The story and the characters are great. I highly recommend this book.
The thing I hate the most in this world is cheating. In this story, Avril learns that her husband is having an affair. Not only this, but he decides to cut her off. She then loses her "fake" friends and money. Good thing she has her Art Gallery and her bestie who offers her a new job. This opened up new opportunities for her and where she met four gorgeous men who all wanted to share her.
The Gallery is a definite must read. This book proved that if you experienced a downfall in life, you will soon be blessed with much greater things. You just have to believe and never give up. It also proved that real friends will stick with you through thick and thin, regardless if you have money or not. They will love you for you. The story and the characters are great. I highly recommend this book.
October 30, 2020
From rags to riches to rag back to riches.
What a nightmare this girls is going through. Her ex dumped her and is being charged with some serious crimes, but she’s finding that there are four others that are truly interested in her and have a fun way of getting to know her better.
What a nightmare this girls is going through. Her ex dumped her and is being charged with some serious crimes, but she’s finding that there are four others that are truly interested in her and have a fun way of getting to know her better.
May 31, 2021
Well damn!!
Mika Lane had done it again.
Writing a book to get you so involved with the characters. I couldn't stop reading this last night until I passed out from being so tired I couldn't stay awake any longer but as soon as I opened my eyes this morning I had to finish it.
This is another great story of how a woman find love with 4 amazing guys. There were tears, love, hot scenes and so much drama.
Mika Lane had done it again.
Writing a book to get you so involved with the characters. I couldn't stop reading this last night until I passed out from being so tired I couldn't stay awake any longer but as soon as I opened my eyes this morning I had to finish it.
This is another great story of how a woman find love with 4 amazing guys. There were tears, love, hot scenes and so much drama.
October 13, 2020
Great read and story with fantastic characters in this. ❤️. 📚. 👍
June 1, 2018
Avril thinks she has a good marriage and a great life. She lives in the high society with all the socialites. Suddenly she becomes the talk of the town when her husband cheats on her and dumps her. She now has almost no money and a gallery that isn't sustainable on it's own. Her best friend invites her to host a party at her gallery at night to make some extra money. She meets his business partners and things become very heated from there. I enjoyed this book and all of it's steaminess.
November 20, 2020
Success and love
This Story is humorous and fun with lots of twists and turns but eventually they become a brilliant team. The kink club is a unique interesting adventure. The guys really did need to sort out a driver for their girl too... Smith part in the story is sorta sad since they don't really seem to like him much... I was expecting him to be a bit creepy but then he meets a shocking end. It was a very good story I couldn't put down... Read it in one night.
This Story is humorous and fun with lots of twists and turns but eventually they become a brilliant team. The kink club is a unique interesting adventure. The guys really did need to sort out a driver for their girl too... Smith part in the story is sorta sad since they don't really seem to like him much... I was expecting him to be a bit creepy but then he meets a shocking end. It was a very good story I couldn't put down... Read it in one night.
June 4, 2018
Mika did it again. This was a really hot and steamy read. Poor Avril trying to overcome what her hubby has done to her. When all she is trying to do is open her Gallery. Blu steps in and suggest Avril host some sex parties. That's how we get the story of Avril and the four hot men all trying to win her attention.
March 18, 2019
A wonderful story.
I really enjoyed this book. It let the woman who was cheated on get the sweetest revenge. It has lots of action and the heat will have you wishing you could be the lucky woman. I would recommend this to anyone who is looking for a reverse harem with heat.
I really enjoyed this book. It let the woman who was cheated on get the sweetest revenge. It has lots of action and the heat will have you wishing you could be the lucky woman. I would recommend this to anyone who is looking for a reverse harem with heat.
June 8, 2018
The book and relationship was very rushed. Details were left out leaving many unanswered questions.
August 6, 2019
Wow
Omg. Wow.this book is hot hot hot.I loved this book it was brilliant. I really really recommend reading this book.
Omg. Wow.this book is hot hot hot.I loved this book it was brilliant. I really really recommend reading this book.
March 4, 2020
Who doesn't like a good reverse harem book I don't know cause this girl loves them and this one didn't disappoint me at all. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves this genre.
March 31, 2019
Sexy suspension of disbelief
As is obvious from many of my reviews, I like porn. Hot naked guys? The more the merrier. The cover and magical words 'reverse harem' had my attention on this book.
Some suspension of disbelief is required for the plot - a group of men running sex parties blends with a woman estranged from her cheating criminal of a husband. The sex parties involve soft, cushy, luxury furniture with no feasible way to actually sanitize it post party. (I know, I picked the wrong part to fixate on, but ick). Said parties run under the name Kink Lab, yet there's no lab (mad scientist role-playing, rawr) and little kink other than exhibitionism and threesomes. The leading lady goes back and forth between yes and no for added drama that's somewhat annoying.
The sex scenes - one woman with between one and four men - are enticing and fun, which is typically more the point of this sort of book than the plot. An example:
"Later, I lay on Chase’s bed between the two guys, their magnificent nakedness shiny with perspiration in the light thrown by the bedside lamp. Their breathing had slowed, as had my heartbeat, and the room smelled slightly like my perfume, and a lot like the sex of people healing from wounds that might someday close."
As is obvious from many of my reviews, I like porn. Hot naked guys? The more the merrier. The cover and magical words 'reverse harem' had my attention on this book.
Some suspension of disbelief is required for the plot - a group of men running sex parties blends with a woman estranged from her cheating criminal of a husband. The sex parties involve soft, cushy, luxury furniture with no feasible way to actually sanitize it post party. (I know, I picked the wrong part to fixate on, but ick). Said parties run under the name Kink Lab, yet there's no lab (mad scientist role-playing, rawr) and little kink other than exhibitionism and threesomes. The leading lady goes back and forth between yes and no for added drama that's somewhat annoying.
The sex scenes - one woman with between one and four men - are enticing and fun, which is typically more the point of this sort of book than the plot. An example:
"Later, I lay on Chase’s bed between the two guys, their magnificent nakedness shiny with perspiration in the light thrown by the bedside lamp. Their breathing had slowed, as had my heartbeat, and the room smelled slightly like my perfume, and a lot like the sex of people healing from wounds that might someday close."
June 4, 2018
Avril thought she was happily married but she learns that her husband is having an affair and leaving her at a Hampton's garden party of all places. When he cuts her off she loses more than just the money and her driver. She loses all of her so-called friends. But she still has her beloved Art gallery and her gay bestie, Blu. Blu is her constant support, available for a shoulder to cry on or retail therapy. As a partner in an exclusive party business, Blu also offers Avril a new source of income by having her host the parties at her art gallery. For Avril, it's lucrative and eye-opening. And best of all are the other partners; Sumner, Ash, Chase, and Gio, all sexy, powerful, and wanting to share.
The Gallery is the best sort of distraction for a summer read. Quick, entertaining, hot. Satisfying on many levels. Living a happy, sexed-up life with a gorgeous harem of men and spending time with an awesome bestie is the best revenge a woman can possibly get on a cheating ex. Love that Devon got what he deserved. My only complaint is that I wanted to see the downfall of a certain back-stabbing assistant!
The Gallery is the best sort of distraction for a summer read. Quick, entertaining, hot. Satisfying on many levels. Living a happy, sexed-up life with a gorgeous harem of men and spending time with an awesome bestie is the best revenge a woman can possibly get on a cheating ex. Love that Devon got what he deserved. My only complaint is that I wanted to see the downfall of a certain back-stabbing assistant!
June 22, 2018
Ok
2.5 Stars
This story was just ok for me. It has some safety issues some might not like, I know I didn't. In the beginning of the book the h Avril sees the hero Sumner come out of a bathroom after having sex with a waitress. Sumner also brings said waitress to their sex party where it is implied all the Hs hooked up with her. They are not together with the heroine yet I just felt this information was pointless to the story. The story would have been much more enjoyable without that info. I enjoyed the dates between Avril and the heroes and they all good chemistry together. The other thing that bothered me was her ex husband's case. I am pretty sure the the DA would have had many, many questions for her about her husband. If he was in that much in trouble the DA would have been all over her. This story just seemed a little rushed and lacked a lot of details. I would have also liked to see her overcome her driving issues! I am still a fan of Mika Lane's and will definitely read her next book.
2.5 Stars
This story was just ok for me. It has some safety issues some might not like, I know I didn't. In the beginning of the book the h Avril sees the hero Sumner come out of a bathroom after having sex with a waitress. Sumner also brings said waitress to their sex party where it is implied all the Hs hooked up with her. They are not together with the heroine yet I just felt this information was pointless to the story. The story would have been much more enjoyable without that info. I enjoyed the dates between Avril and the heroes and they all good chemistry together. The other thing that bothered me was her ex husband's case. I am pretty sure the the DA would have had many, many questions for her about her husband. If he was in that much in trouble the DA would have been all over her. This story just seemed a little rushed and lacked a lot of details. I would have also liked to see her overcome her driving issues! I am still a fan of Mika Lane's and will definitely read her next book.
July 14, 2019
It was good.
Overall a really good premise and storyline. Sometimes Avril was a little dense when it came to the guys though. But the backgrounds of everyone was so different and yet they worked well.
I loved Blu. He was an awesome best friend. Always knowing what to say or do for Avril. I kind of wanted to see Dagney end up mixed in with Devon’s mess since she was bootch. I kind of figured it was her sleeping with Devon from the first phone call because she seemed kind of unconcerned like she knew where Devon was it wasn’t going to say anything. And Devon. Mane Devon definitely got what deserved with his illegal activities so no sympathy there.
All in all it ended in a HEA baby in all.
Overall a really good premise and storyline. Sometimes Avril was a little dense when it came to the guys though. But the backgrounds of everyone was so different and yet they worked well.
I loved Blu. He was an awesome best friend. Always knowing what to say or do for Avril. I kind of wanted to see Dagney end up mixed in with Devon’s mess since she was bootch. I kind of figured it was her sleeping with Devon from the first phone call because she seemed kind of unconcerned like she knew where Devon was it wasn’t going to say anything. And Devon. Mane Devon definitely got what deserved with his illegal activities so no sympathy there.
All in all it ended in a HEA baby in all.
November 6, 2020
DNF 30% WTF?!?!
Yeah, I can't read this book. Stereotype bingo is putting things mildly. Fuck.
Gay Besty, Female MC with a banging body but worried about her diet, the innocent hasn't even seen porn, Sex parties that are hetero ONLY, Gay best friend that the MC constantly says is gay, Drunk at a party it's okay to get groped, OH and the Gay best friend, did I mention that her best friend is gay?
Yeah, I can't read this book. Stereotype bingo is putting things mildly. Fuck.
Gay Besty, Female MC with a banging body but worried about her diet, the innocent hasn't even seen porn, Sex parties that are hetero ONLY, Gay best friend that the MC constantly says is gay, Drunk at a party it's okay to get groped, OH and the Gay best friend, did I mention that her best friend is gay?
May 27, 2019
Avril struggles to find her way after having her entire world turned upside down. Lucky for her, she’s got a fantastic gay best friend, and four mega hotties to help her reach her happily ever after. I liked this story a lot better than the last, but not as much as the first one. This author is pretty consistent with her formula. I know what I’m getting, and I know I’ll enjoy it.
August 19, 2023
Okay this is number 4 out of her 5 RH books and they are almost all the same she only seems to change a couple things.
I don’t know I guess if you just want some spice but don’t care about the actual story it’s good. I just kinda felt it was lacking, besides I liked the ending of this one the best so far.
I don’t know I guess if you just want some spice but don’t care about the actual story it’s good. I just kinda felt it was lacking, besides I liked the ending of this one the best so far.
May 31, 2018
Typos but good story
I've only read the first in this series so I can't compair this to all the others but I thought the plot was original. The heroine is a likable character and I was fond of all the guys too. I especially liked Chase and Ruby.
I've only read the first in this series so I can't compair this to all the others but I thought the plot was original. The heroine is a likable character and I was fond of all the guys too. I especially liked Chase and Ruby.
June 5, 2018
Went from one point of view to the next...too many. Lost interest. And it seemed like parts were missing..for example she went to dinner with one of the guys, they ordered and then all of a sudden they were eating their food.
August 6, 2022
Better and better
This series just keeps getting better and better! There was so much mystery of what was going to happen with the ex. Could've gone a few different ways but I really loved the way it turned out!
This series just keeps getting better and better! There was so much mystery of what was going to happen with the ex. Could've gone a few different ways but I really loved the way it turned out!
June 16, 2024
Mika Lane writes such fun why choose romances! I loved that Avril owned an art gallery. Her back story had me rooting for her from the beginning. The guys were all so sweet and this was such a fun, easy, cute read!
June 8, 2018
This is such a fun read. Loved the dynamics of the business world meeting up with the art world. Interesting interactions between the main characters.
August 26, 2018
Good read
Great read!!! Wish these type of stories had more though...it was hot and yummy but need more the a couple weeks and we love each other the end!
Great read!!! Wish these type of stories had more though...it was hot and yummy but need more the a couple weeks and we love each other the end!
March 20, 2019
Ok read
March 26, 2019
Worth a read if you are bored
The characters are okay, the writing is okay, and the plot has been done.
The editing is hit and miss.
The characters are okay, the writing is okay, and the plot has been done.
The editing is hit and miss.
May 19, 2023
Amazing
I loved the storyline. I love the characters and I felt like I was there with them. I have fallen in love with the harem books.
I loved the storyline. I love the characters and I felt like I was there with them. I have fallen in love with the harem books.
May 22, 2023
The main girl in this one was the worse of the collection. How can you be in a relationship with 4 men and be so soft and blame yourself for everything that had nothing to do with you
January 28, 2024
3.75⭐️
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