This is an exceptional set of books covering a series that captured my heart from the first page until the very end. I was completely captivated by eaThis is an exceptional set of books covering a series that captured my heart from the first page until the very end. I was completely captivated by each couple and their unique journey. They can be read in any order or each as a stand alone although if you have the series as a set, you’ll enjoy it more starting at the beginning. Each book is filled with danger, drama and enough heat to singe yourself as you turn the pages. They also include friends and family to add more layers to an already great set of reads. I highly recommend any and all of these books, especially if you enjoy couples that treat the problems they face in a mature manner.
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No one does alpha heroes like Whitney G!!! This is a lengthier book than many of this author’s other works, and just as delicious. DBreak Up With Him:
No one does alpha heroes like Whitney G!!! This is a lengthier book than many of this author’s other works, and just as delicious. Despite the length, this felt like a fast read due to the pacing and content. With flashbacks throughout (labeled and marked for clarity), I felt transported to each “break up” while given an inside view of the developing relationship between this hero and heroine.
Pretend It’s Real for Me
I loved this enemies to lovers story with two characters that gave as good as they got. The banter between Travis and Tatiana was fun and engaging. I didn't want to put this down. Travis had all the alpha goodness I wanted. He was possessive, protective and jealous. Add in his MMA status and he was completely drool worthy.
These are both great reads and perfect for the summer!
Break Up With Him: Dual POV Safe (view spoiler)[both are with others during their years as friends even after they both realize they feel more for the other person; ow drama does add to a separation after they become a couple but there is nothing to it - story in paper - h does not ask him about it but it’s not the only reason for separation - that reason has nothing to do with other person for either of them; h not a virgin; H a man whore (hide spoiler)] Triggers (view spoiler)[date rape - not on page but shared by person it happened to - a view details (hide spoiler)]
This was filled with relationship angst that had me on the edge most of the book. While I’m not a fan of secrets between the hero and heroine, the facThis was filled with relationship angst that had me on the edge most of the book. While I’m not a fan of secrets between the hero and heroine, the fact that it was obvious how this couple felt about each other helped to ease the way for me.
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Nick and Faith were FIRE together! Their chemistry was off the charts and the suspense that ran throughout the story made this an intense read on every level. Their inner thoughts did take precedence at times when I was ready for things to move on.
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I loved the inclusion of the Inside Out characters. Seeing my favorites was a real treat, especially when their presence added to the storyline rather than taking it over. Overall, a great read and an excellent addition to the Inside Out world.
Dual POV Safe (view spoiler)[no ow drama; om drama is from the h’s ex but he does not cause a separation between the h/H; h not a virgin; there are no details of H’s exploits prior to meeting the h although we know he owns as sex club but wasn’t one of the openly displayed participants there (hide spoiler)] Triggers (view spoiler)[spanking during sex; in h’s previous relationship the om abused her using bdsm (hide spoiler)] Steam (view spoiler)[ 4 / 5; sexual spanking; condoms used; explicit (hide spoiler)] ...more
Part Time Husband: Gah! I loved Trevor and his eyebrow so much! The banter between these two characters is what really made this story. They were so muPart Time Husband: Gah! I loved Trevor and his eyebrow so much! The banter between these two characters is what really made this story. They were so much fun to read about. This has all the wonderful, mixed emotions and sexy times that a marriage of convenience can offer. I loved how Trevor was all into Melissa. I’ve read books with dirty talkers and just during sex dirty talkers, but Trevor gave a whole new meaning to the word. His wasn’t your usual dirty talk, his was all about his lady. Sigh. Totally swoon worthy ladies!
A Wedded Arrangement: This was one of the best enemies-to-lovers trope I’ve read in a long time. Add in a marriage of convenience and a hero and heroine that were positively explosive together and I was in book heaven! This couple were absolutely electric together. Their banter showcased their competitive natures but it also led them into slowly revealing themselves to each other. I loved watching them move from antagonist to lovers with their verbal sparring. And when they cross that line, holy heck, it was explosive! Despite all the outward antagonism, this was a very lighthearted read with some of the cutest arguments I’ve ever read.
Holy mistletoe…these were some crazy, danger filled, wildly romantic holiday reads! Each one had the type of hero that made me swoon as their protectiHoly mistletoe…these were some crazy, danger filled, wildly romantic holiday reads! Each one had the type of hero that made me swoon as their protective instincts rose up and took charge. Along with the action and mystery are moments of steam so intense they could boil my hot chocolate. I loved getting lost in these sweet and sexy little tidbits of Christmas goodness. Highly recommend them all for a binge read or a bite or two at a time. ...more
These were such fun, smexy reads with so much humor I found my cheeks sore from smiling so hard. All of these characters were developed to be unique, These were such fun, smexy reads with so much humor I found my cheeks sore from smiling so hard. All of these characters were developed to be unique, quirky and/or geeky. They’re not your typical hero or heroine. Each of the books were engaging and had a storyline that kept me turning the pages as fast as I could. With secondary characters I loved and some addition of pets that added to my overall enjoyment, I found every book in this bundle to be a perfect feel good read!
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Reasonable Doubt: Loved this book so hard! Fun and sexy! Steamy with some angst that ratcheted up as the story progressed. I’ve loved these charactersReasonable Doubt: Loved this book so hard! Fun and sexy! Steamy with some angst that ratcheted up as the story progressed. I’ve loved these characters and enjoyed the ups and downs they’ve had to wade through to get to their perfect epilogue.
Thirty Day Boyfriend: The humor and wit here was perfect and so freaking entertaining. I loved the way Nicholas always seemed to be one step ahead of Emily. In return, I loved how she was able to just steamroller over his steamroll. Their dynamic was everything I love in a rom-com. No immature humor and plenty of steam along with a story that had bones to it despite its length. And holy hades, that ending! Loved how it all came together.
Mister Weston/Turbulence: From the beginning I knew Jake was going to be one tough nut to crack and there actually came a point and time when I wondered if Jillian would be able to bring him to heel. She never does, but she certainly manages to capture his heart all the while he stays true to his character. The twists and turns here were unexpected and shocking making me fall in love with this story all the more. ...more
OMG! I LOVED every single book in this series! The drama is intense as these couples each struggle to solve a mystery that is all somewhat related to OMG! I LOVED every single book in this series! The drama is intense as these couples each struggle to solve a mystery that is all somewhat related to the other, which is slowly revealed throughout the series. We once more are given the amazing mature characters this author is known for and I couldn’t help but fall in love with them all as they each feel real to me. With each book adding more of the secondary characters, I was always ready for the next book in the series because I had already begun to bond with the character. Highly recommend each of these books! ...more
I had the opportunity to listen to each of these books on audio, some I had an ebook as well and followed along when I was able to do so. This series I had the opportunity to listen to each of these books on audio, some I had an ebook as well and followed along when I was able to do so. This series is absolutely amazing in every way. The characters, broken but fierce and determined, took my breath away. The writing was such that I felt as though I were experiencing the mystery and drama that these heroes and heroines were embroiled in. At the conclusion of each book I was ready for the next one and I was so relieved I didn’t have to wait for it to be published....more
Quick paced, light hearted and low angst it had a very nice heroine and a strong alpha hero. Rachel is a sweet, innocent heroine buKept by the Cowboy:
Quick paced, light hearted and low angst it had a very nice heroine and a strong alpha hero. Rachel is a sweet, innocent heroine but has a strength to her that is not abrasive. Luke has tried to fight his attraction to Rachel but that doesn’t last long and he is soon putting himself in a position to help her and more importantly, protect her. I loved the fun banter these two shared as well as their ability to be open with each other.
For such a little book this packed quite a wallop of enjoyment. If I had any complaint, it would be that it was just too short. I would’ve loved more of Luke and Rachel.
Kept by the Billionaire:
This little nugget of goodness checked all my boxes.
The plot of this book was so much fun. Two people with fixed expectations for the week. Rebecca - to help set up a non-profit for wild mustangs. Will – through a special service via Rebecca’s employer, he is “interviewing” for a wife. The result is a series of conversations that were hilarious as well as tantalizing. After all, how was sweet, innocent Becca supposed to know that when Will was talking about teaching her to ride he wasn’t talking about horses?
If you are looking for a fun, quick, sexy read with insta-lust/insta-love, you’ve found it! And it is perfect!
Kept by the Bull Rider:
This was a short little story filled with plenty of steam. The angst is so low as to be nonexistent with the exception of Grace wanting Ben to refrain from taking a last ride on an unbeatable bull. I enjoyed the story but would’ve liked to have been there when this couple first met and then witnessed all his attempts to woe her from that moment until he arrives at the ranch. It would have definitely helped me to feel more connected to the characters.
Nevertheless, this author always provides a safe read that can melt your Kindle and a hero whose sole purpose is providing for and protecting his woman. All of which we find in Ben. ...more
I picked this set up just to get the additional updates/short stories for Alex and River along with Nico and Olivia. I love each of the couples in theI picked this set up just to get the additional updates/short stories for Alex and River along with Nico and Olivia. I love each of the couples in the Gambler Series and I couldn’t miss the opportunity to get more of them. If you haven’t read them yet, they are amazing, each with a hero that is protective, possessive and totally about his woman. Each book is deliciously wonderful on its own but boxing them together is pure decadence.
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Read them all and while a few didn't win me over, the others were so amazing I could do nothing less than give this set a full five stars!
Forever RighRead them all and while a few didn't win me over, the others were so amazing I could do nothing less than give this set a full five stars!
Forever Right Now by Emma Scott
There are just no words for the extreme emotions this book has pulled out of me! Forever Right Now is one intensely moving read! From the very beginning Emma Scott wrapped me in one emotion or another. There was never a moment that I wasn’t experiencing something. Whether it was disbelief, despair, happiness, humor, hopelessness, loss, or love, I felt it all. Deeply. On a level I have never felt without living it myself.
The Gravity of Us by Brittainy C. Cherry
I love every book this author has ever written but this one, this one goes beyond. There are no perfect words to express what an incredible read this was. My heart was taken on a journey that I never thought was even possible. Every word written is necessary and carries the story forward. Every action of the characters brings them closer to growth and healing. Every scene is progress despite the angst that may result at its end. I felt as though I was shrouded in all the laughter, tears, heartbreak, and happiness that these characters lived through.
After We Fall by Melanie Harlow
When I started this book I had no idea it was about a man whose wife had died. I am not a fan of this trope and as soon as I read those words my heart sunk. However, I held out hope that he would recognize that the heroine was actually his soulmate and the love of his life…that never happened.
While Jack doesn’t compare Margot to his deceased wife I still felt that she never measured up to her and that was disappointing. While the writing was excellent and the characters were well developed and alive, the storyline just didn’t work for me.
Pucked Love by Helena Hunting
I almost stopped reading this as soon as I started when the heroine began speaking to her feminine parts. I’m not a fan of this type of writing but instead of stopping, I forced myself to keep reading and surprisingly, it got better. There were still some times when the heroine and her friends really got carried away and there were several places where this had what I consider immature humor, but the romance and the evolution of this couple’s relationship kept me engaged. In the end, I was pleasantly surprised by how much I actually enjoyed this book.
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Listened via Audible Escape to a duet of this book and Under the Christmas Tree. This one was titled Midnight Kiss which I believe is also labeled as Listened via Audible Escape to a duet of this book and Under the Christmas Tree. This one was titled Midnight Kiss which I believe is also labeled as Midnight Confession - confusing I know.
Audiobook: Narrator - Therese Plummer As always an excellent job. I’d listen to her read the phone book!
These were both cute, sweet and fun with just a touch of angst. I definitely liked Under the Christmas Tree more since it felt more rounded and well developed. But both are great listens for the holidays.
Listened via Audible Escape to a duet of this book and Midnight Kiss which I believe is also labeled as Midnight Confession - confusing I know.
AudioboListened via Audible Escape to a duet of this book and Midnight Kiss which I believe is also labeled as Midnight Confession - confusing I know.
Audiobook: Narrator - Therese Plummer As always an excellent job. I’d listen to her read the phone book!
These were both cute, sweet and fun with just a touch of angst. I definitely liked Under the Christmas Tree more since it felt more rounded and well developed. But both are great listens for the holidays.
Listened to this via Audible Escape in a duet edition including this book and Under The Christmas Tree
Audiobook: Narrator - Therese Plummer As always aListened to this via Audible Escape in a duet edition including this book and Under The Christmas Tree
Audiobook: Narrator - Therese Plummer As always an excellent job. I’d listen to her read the phone book!
These were both cute, sweet and fun with just a touch of angst. I definitely liked Under the Christmas Tree more since it felt more rounded and well developed. But both are great listens for the holidays.
This series is definitely one of my favorites! There isn’t a hero or heroine included here that I’m not totally in love with. The writing pulled me inThis series is definitely one of my favorites! There isn’t a hero or heroine included here that I’m not totally in love with. The writing pulled me in as though I was spending time with a close friend and I experienced everything these characters did. The laughs, the tears, the drama and danger, and the love. Sigh. Add in the bonus scenes included in this set, and oh my heart!! It’s like double chocolate goodness on top of double chocolate goodness. (I’m partial to double chocolate, just sayin’.)
This is a quick little bite of a most delicious couple, Lucas and Emma. I loved them in Caress and was thrilled to get this additionaChristmas Caress:
This is a quick little bite of a most delicious couple, Lucas and Emma. I loved them in Caress and was thrilled to get this additional tidbit of them together. Emma is struggling to feel worthy of being the woman in Lucas’ world. She doesn’t feel as though she fits in and she’s having doubts. But Lucas is her man for a reason and he proves that once again as he gives Emma the perfect assurance that she needs. This is fast and steamy, a little angsty due to Emma’s insecurities, and extremely heartwarming at its ending. We get to see Emma in all her glory and Lucas at his most dashing as well as swoony.
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Christmas Possess:
What a sweet, romantic little novella! Chase has set out to make Marisol’s Christmas the best ever. He has called in some reinforcements and he’s not messing around. If snow isn’t on the weatherman’s agenda, Chase will make it so. Told completely in his point of view and with plenty of New York City’s highlights, this was an endearing look at a hero who adores his woman and wants to give her the world. Definitely a short quick Christmas read you should indulge in!
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Christmas Obsess:
I loved seeing Feeney and Caro again! This is a fast little read filled with all things holiday-ish. As Caro is trying to figure out what to get for Feeney, she’s evaluating herself and all that he means to her. Her gift is one of self-sacrifice and I loved that she was the type of woman to do this for the man she loves. This has some good steamy moments, low to no angst, and a reminder of how perfect this couple are together.
Review of Dirty Rich One Night Stand by Lisa Renee Jones
I love it when a heroine is feisty and sassy and can tell the hero off in a manner that only mReview of Dirty Rich One Night Stand by Lisa Renee Jones
I love it when a heroine is feisty and sassy and can tell the hero off in a manner that only makes him want her more. And that is exactly what happens with Reese and Cat. From their first encounter he wants her and the more he gets to know her he wants everything. However, Cat is a one a done girl when it comes to rich lawyers. The way Reese slowly changes her mind is absolutely swoon worthy. Soon he’s got her just where he wants her but the difficulty will be making sure she doesn’t put up any walls to stop their future. And then things really get tricky.
I loved the dynamic with this couple along with a chemistry that is absolutely sizzling. There is no denying they are meant to be together. Other than a bit of internal conflict within Cat, the largest part of the problem was from outside forces making me consider this a relatively low angst read. Secondary characters are for pushing information forward and really didn’t carrying much of the story with the exception of their families. But even those scenes were bare bones. I would like to see more action and less internal musings but despite that issue, I still enjoyed this one....more
A portion of my reviews of the books included in this set.
Turbulence:
I am absolutely in love with Jake Weston! I shouldn’t be. He’s the very definitioA portion of my reviews of the books included in this set.
Turbulence:
I am absolutely in love with Jake Weston! I shouldn’t be. He’s the very definition of alpha-hole but oh my gawd I loved his dry remarks and sarcastic wit. From the beginning I knew Jake was going to be one tough nut to crack and there actually came a point and time when I wondered if Jillian would be able to bring him to heel. She never does, but she certainly manages to capture his heart all the while he stays true to his character. The twists and turns here were unexpected and shocking making me fall in love with this story all the more.
The Layover:
This was such a fun, smexy read with plenty of dirty talk from Blake and lots of feisty rebuttals from Paris. Her smart mouth only made him want her more and I totally understood why. For such a short story, this felt like more. This couple didn’t immediately fall in love or into bed and even with the steam between them, thanks to Blake’s smoldering ways, they actually took the time to get to know one another.
Two Weeks Notice:
I absolutely loved the chemistry between Tara and Preston. Everything between them sizzled especially when they argued. The tension was such a huge part of this story. Tara was one feisty heroine that learned pretty early on exactly how to handle Preston, a complete alpha hole. I loved her sarcasm and her attitude when dealing with his over controlling manner. ...more
Oh my gawd, I absolutely loved, Loved, LOVED this book!
I loved both of these characters individually and together. Harper is a bit iFalling For Jack:
Oh my gawd, I absolutely loved, Loved, LOVED this book!
I loved both of these characters individually and together. Harper is a bit insecure but has every reason to be but as Jack helps her to see herself through his eyes she begins to grow in confidence. We don’t know much about Jack’s past at this point but we are very aware that he’s totally into Harper and all her crazy and wacky ways.
This was such a cute, fun and romantic read! It is well written and fast paced with an awesome hero and heroine. And Lord, the secondary characters are to die for! There isn’t a moment of boredom or place where you’ll want to skim. Nothing gets bogged down here as the characters are constantly moving, the relationship always evolving. This is quite literally one of the very best romantic comedies I’ve read in a very, very long time!
P.S. Did I mention that I loved this book???
Convincing Harper:
Holy Wow!!! I loved this book!
This story picks up right where book one ends. It’s full of fun, flirty goodness that just about made my heart explode with the happiness this couple found.
This was a great conclusion to a wonderful story that is actually low angst and high steam. The relationship is realistic and so heartwarming that I wanted to twirl in a giddy circle for all the joy it brought. And I’m not even going to mention the little twist. Oops!
Waiting on Jason:
Oh my gawd! I am absolutely in love with Vivienne and Jason as well as the rowdy group of characters that orbit their lives.
This is a fast paced read with some intense steam and a wonderful connection between the hero and heroine. I would’ve liked to have seen a bit more of them together, and a little less of the friends but I enjoyed the friends so much I can’t really complain. There’s a nice little epilogue that is only a few months into the future but I’m sure we’ll be seeing more of these characters as there will be additional books in the series.
Healed by Chelsea:
Oh my gawd! This is definitely my favorite by this author!
Dean’s story was quite heartbreaking and if ever a hero deserved to find a happy ever after, it was him. I loved that from the moment he saw Chelsea and then heard her laughter, a part of him he didn’t even know existed came to life. Instead of fighting it, he completely embraced what being with her did to him.
This is a fast paced story that moved fluidly from one issue to another, Dean and Chelsea growing closer with each obstacle they overcame. The steam factor is quite steamy and the chemistry between this hero and heroine is sizzling and completely believable. This also has some great jealous possessive moments with the hero.
As all other books in this series, this is filled with some wonderful humor and hilarious antics. ...more
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