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Bared. ( A Green St. Girls Romance) By N.D Jackson – Review by Laura-Jane Minnie

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a great read had me hooked and an excellent first edition to the series. It is about 4 girl friends who have had to fend for themselves and support eachother. But book 1 is mainly about Athena. The last thing she wants or needs is to fall in love but then comes along Tru and she can’t seem to stay away from him.
He pushes her buttons and makes her feel alive again. They have great sexual chemistry and they continue to winde each other up yet they both grow to realise that they would actually be amazing together.

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Liz Vrchota

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book and start to what looks to be a promising new series from ND Jackson. Bared. is a wonderful little romance with a sweet group of friends that will make you want to call your besties right now and book a spa day or a sleepover. I know I did! I found myself crying and laughing several times and I love when a book can really pull the emotions from you as you read which is something that ND Jackson is wonderful at in all of her novels. This book is definitely one that will keep you up late or away from the house chores so plan to block out some time as you get sucked into the world of Tru and the Green St Girls. I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book!

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson

Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson is a wonderfully written story that pulled me in from the beginning and I had a hard time putting it down. This will take you on one heck of an emotional rollercoaster ride some parts will make your heart hurt and you will definitely need kleenex. My emotions were all over the place with this story. This is a story about four women who were left alone at a young age. Athena has shut her heart off and doesn’t think she’s capable of love again. That’s untill Tru walks in. Can she give love another shot? Find out what happens next in this must read. I can’t wait to read more from this Author.

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Ashley Dover

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Athena Montgomery is one of the Green Street girls. She and her friends have stood by each other through thick and thin since they all met at an apartment complex on Green Street in Chicago. They are family. Athena is a successful club manager and is worth millions. The only thing she has a problem doing is letting someone into her small circle.

Tru Blake is one of the players in the WPBA tournament that is being held at Shamrock. He is returning to Chicago after a long stint of being away from the city that created him. He’s learned a lot of tricks for playing pool since his younger days, but here he is back home and all he wants is to prove that he is the best.

Athena meets Tru at the Shamrock, the pool hall/bar that she purchased and pieced together in memory of her friend Charlie. Tru is a great male specimen, but Athena is only looking for something temporary. That is until the large wall around her heart begins to crumble.

ND Jackson has written a remarkable story involving two people who are running away from their pasts. Can Athena and Tru find something real in a future together?

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Bared ( A Green St.Girls Romance ) by N. D. Jackson – Review by Cindy Mayberry

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Bared
A Green St. Girls Romance
By N. D. Jackson
☆☆☆☆☆
This is Athena ‘ s story and who she finds in Tru. But that will not be so easy for Athena. Her life so far has been worth forgetting, the damage is already there. Okay so she promised her best friend she would try. A deathbed promise is the worst, Athena must give it her all. As for Tru, well he has his own story to tell. Can these two souls be the real thing? Will Athena let her wall come down and live the life she had promised?

N. D. Jackson, you have given me hope with this one! This story is well written and at times you find yourself standing beside Athena. The rollercoaster of emotions with pull at your heartstrings. I found myself unable to put this one down. I love everything about this story, and look forward to the next in Green St. Girls. Well Done N. D. Jackson! Well Done!

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Karen Pearman

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is another new author for me but looking at the book cover reminded me of a soap opera, so I had to pick it up. I found this to be a very will written book with a wonderful cast of characters. I especially fell in love with the main character as she seemed to be acting irrationally trying to find herself. Something that I have also experienced in my younger twenties. I feel like this made the story more relatable to me and therefore I couldn’t put it down. Watching the main character overcome her emotional and inner turmoil made me laugh and cry as I could feel not only her pain and angst, but her need to find trusting anyone to be a problem. I can truly say I have been in her shoes. This is a good read and I do recommend you pick it up and give it a read.

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Fabulous book by Author N.D. Jackson. I am so happy I picked this book up. Athena is strong willed, independent, wealthy multi business owner. She was kicked out of her home by her parents when she was 17 years old by a tragic event and never looked back. Tru, a sweet but yet cocky pool player, happens to have a tournament at Athena’s pub and meets her for the first time. Major sparks happen. As Tru falls in love with Athena the more they spend time together, can she get over her past and let all the walls that barricade her heart crumble to love Tru back? This story, for me, is a slow burn, but I loved it.

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Alexis Laidlaw

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed reading this story. The storyline flowed so seamlessly and I forgot that I was reading a book for a while. I simply couldn’t put it down. The personalities and conflicts meshed together naturally, it was very enjoyable to read! When it was finished, I immediately started searching around for the second book!

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Sara Oxton

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Bared by N.D. Jackson a five-star read that will leave your soul bare. This is the first story in the Green St. Girls series, and I can’t wait to hear more from the girls as they have such a great story to tell. Athena feels like she is doing it right, but don’t we all, and maybe she needs a little help from an unexpected source. A little distraction and help can be a good thing. Sometimes winning is everything, sometimes its so much more.

Review by @saraoxo

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Piper Foster

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A truly saddening opening which is very heartfelt. Tur and Athena are really unexpected at fist but I really enjoyed there development in this story. Athena had a hard time of it been blamed for a deaths that not her fault by family and a loss of a friend. This story revolve around the girls of green street. Turly a great romance and book about friendship

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Christine Taysom

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I truly loved this book, I really loved all the characters and just how real they all are!
I know, I know being a millionaire at 21 is not realistic but hear me out. The struggles Athena and Tru each have either individually or together was so very REAL! I loved how much complexity there was within these two characters. They both have been burned in their pasts, and it has had lasting effects like Athena’s hyper-independence. I won’t spoil anything but this led to very realistic issues and conversations and I just loved that. Sure it’s still a work of fiction but let me tell you this book was so refreshing because I could totally see these types of issues and conversations being had in real life. The spice was also amazing and the chemistry fantastic! Athena’s friends are amazing and again personalities were so distinct and you guessed it realistic! I absolutely loved getting to read about Athena and Tru, and honestly can’t wait to read more about the Green St. Girls!

Definitely a must read!

Reviewed by @prettybird-marie

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bared by N.D. Jackson was a page turner. About a girl named Athena who has a past that haunts her, making her fear commitment. After the death of one of best friends she promises her she will live life. Which she does to the best of her ability, at the disapproval of her other two best friends.
Enter Tru, a pro-circuit pool player, who is taking part in a tournament at a bar Athena owns. With chemistry being there between the two of them, Athena & Tru, it threatens Athena’s very way of existing since she was 17. A romance that you will have you wanting more.
I felt for Athena, because I was an Athena myself. Burying the hurt and pain of my past. Does she let that go or does that hurt what she’s feeling for Tru? Please dig in you won’t be disappointed.

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

N.D. Jackson writes a woman empowered, steamy romance with Bared. Athena, the main character, is a badass, wealthy, business owner that doesn’t believe she can be happy, until Tru. Athena’s past keeps her from moving forward until pushed to question that thinking when an unexpected man comes into her life. I just fell in love with all of the characters. The two main characters, Athena and Tru, had a sexy banter style relationship that made me have all the feels. As a woman, I truly appreciated the character of Athena. She was just sassy, brilliant, successful, funny, etc. It was refreshing to read, what seems so realistic, but empowering – showing the past shouldn’t define our present.

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a Contemporary Romance novel and is 336 pages in length. This is the story of the Green Street Girls. Athena, Charlie, Gwyn, and Indigo were all left to fend for themselves at a young age until they found each other. A few years later, Athena is now the successful owner of several clubs. Her newest club will feature a billiards tournament. That is when Tru shows up. He is in the tournament and arrives early. He plans to not only win the tournament but also Athena’s heart. Charlie died the previous year and that rocked Athena’s world. Athena did promise Charlie she would live her life to the fullest but is finding that leaving her past in the past is harder than she thought. Can Tru break down her walls?

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Bared by N.D. Jackson – Review by Kellie Piaskowski

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Bared by N.D. Jackson

The first book in the Green Street Girls series, Bared by N.D. Jackson is an amazing one! You will not want to put it down. I started and finished in a few hours. Such an easy read with a great story. I can not wait for the next one to come out!! Great characters and wonderful friendships and a true and real sister story. The main characters of Athena, Indigo and Gwen, and their lost sister Charlie, is just what you’re asking for in true friends. Then you have Tru, the main man who will break down the walls that Athena has around her. So fantastic and such a great book. I can not wait for the next in the series.

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Katie Matthews

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

I was super excited to read this book by N D Jackson, I have read book by her previously so I couldn’t wait to get going and as I completely expected I wasn’t disappointed at all. She certainly knows how to command the attention of her readers; the pace and flow was excellent and the characters were wonderful to read about. I think what really shone through for me in this story was the connection the girls had – they were all so relatable and I just really wanted to be part of their group! I absolutely adored Athena, she was such a great character and I cannot wait for the rest of the series! I really loved the author attention to detail and how well she got across the feelings of these authors – I could honestly feel what they were feeling at times! This is definitely a one click recommendation from me! A fantastic 5 star read!

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Jaclyn DeTullio

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The beginning of this story was heartbreaking, but because of it I was emotionally invested from the get go. I wanted to see how Athena would live. For herself, for Charlie. The Green St. Girls were such a pleasure to get to know, and I loved the dynamic they had. Chosen family, or sisters of the soul.

Athena was independent, sassy but struggling with such a huge loss. Then there was Tru. The banter with Tru was my favorite, their chemistry and how he broke through her barriers to get to the wonderful heart beneath. I loved this book, and I can’t wait for the next!

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Karen Marsh

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was my first book with N.D. Jackson, and I can easily say this is one of the best romance books I have read in a while. Bared was an amazing read from start to finish! The easy feeling of the authors descriptions (especially of emotions and eyes) makes the reading fly by so fast. The book focuses on Athena from the Green St. Girls, who are her closest friends, and the love that she didn’t want but truly needed.

Athena is rich, strong, and independent. She is also not quick to use the word love for anyone except her girls. When Tru walks into the scene, that doesn’t change that fact. The quirky moments between the girls and between Athena and Tru, brings the characters to life! I very much look forward to reading more about the Green St. Girls!

Reviewed by @karenmmarsh

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Hailey Hop

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bared by N.D. Jackson hooked me in right at the beginning! We start immediately seeing Athena’s heart shattering as her best friend, Charlie, is on her death bed. My heart strings were pulled as I felt their emotions.
Athena promises to live her life to the fullest. She opens Shamrock Pool Hall and Pub and that is where she meets Tru, the man who she cannot seem to keep away from or keep out of her head. Their electrifying relationship is phenomenal and the author did a splendid job of showing our spicy Athena taking on the very handsome pool player, Tru.
Although both main characters are wealthy, they are very relatable, and I appreciated the book for that. I didn’t feel out of place and was able to picture the scenes perfectly. This book made me feel their desires, sorrows, fears and happiness. I recommend this book, especially if you want one that is hard to put down!

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Tausha Treadway

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson. This is the story of Athena, Indigo and Gwyn. Athena has lost everyone dear to her so she sets out to make the world her own. She forms a family with Indigo and Gwyn at. Athena is taking it the worst. These ladies have made the world theirs and become very successful on their own. When Athena promised Charlie on her deathbed that she would live life to the fullest in every way she didn’t really believe she could do it. All she has knows is work and loss. When Tru walks into one of her clubs sparks fly and she realizes that maybe she does need to live life! Tru is sexy, smart and just what Athena needs. Just a one night stand but when feeling become involved will Athena run like she always does or will Tru be able to knock down those walls she’s built? Read Bared to find out!

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Bared (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Amanda Gonzalez

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Bared opened with a promise and grew into a wonderfully written novel about a strong, independent woman and the man she falls in love with. Told from both Athena and Tru’s points of view, you learn more about what the other is thinking and get a better understanding of the character development. Who hasn’t been through the wringer when it comes to relationships? The characters are relatable and honest in a way I feel more people should be and the story flows like any steamy romance should. When you have characters as strong and lively as those in Bared, you’re bound to have some laughs and a whole rollercoaster of emotions that come with a well-written romance.

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Michelle Austin

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was pulled right into this story right from the beginning. I was ugly crying at what the Green Street Girls were going through. The author does a great job with her writing, I felt like I was right there with them.

We get to know Athena, Gwyn and Indigo. After the loss of their 4th sister each of the girls are dealing with things. Athena is the one that has suffered the biggest loss and is reeling from it. Why does everyone keep leaving her?

Tru is a professional pool player, he was taught from a very young age how to play. While at a tournament he meets Athena. Can Tru convince her to see more of him or will she stick to one night?

Wow is all I can say about these women. I loved the direction this series is going with the women and I can’t wait to read more from this series. All of the characters added a great element to the story. Be prepared for an emotional rollercoaster. If you’re looking for a great series with alpha females this is the one for you. 1-click and get started today.

Reviewed by @Mab54615
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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Stephanie Chapman

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

N.D. Jackson created Bared with a focus on Athena from the Green Street Girls series.. A riveting opening with Athena promising her best friend Charlie that she would live a real-life, no matter how painful it could be. Athena successfully becomes an owner of several nightclubs throughout the world and is opening a new club in Chicago that will be hosting the World Pool-Billiards Association’s Inaugural Tour of Champions. As Athena is preparing for a press conference, Trumball “Tru” shows up early for the tournament. From the start, the two are drawn to one another and get along well in conversation. The only issue that came between them was the internal fear of trusting anyone that Athena had. Despite all of his efforts to get her to open up, Tru is left wondering why she didn’t trust him. Tru divulged all of his past and even allows Athena into his personal life with his mother but this does nothing to get her to open up. One evening, as they are approaching Athena’s home there is a man waiting. The encounter is one that changes every part of the relationship.

This is an excellently executed story that addresses’ loyalty, trust, and even racial issues are lightly touched on. Athena comes across as a tough as nails person, but her inner emotions are conflicted after losing Charlie. While she tried to prove to everyone that she continued on with life by having one night flings, skydiving, and parties in her clubs, she never really lets anyone in. Tru, while having been hurt in a past relationship, seemed to be more open and honest. If looking for a romance novel with a strong female lead, then Bared by N.D. Jackson will fit perfectly.

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Bared (A Green St Girls Romance) by N. D. Jackson- Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A promise to a best friend on her deathbed Athena swears to put her hurtful past behind her and to live a life that she deserves and that her friend won’t get to live. Athena feels she is doing just that while her other two best friends, Gwyn, and Indigo, beg to differ. She puts all her passion into building her empire, making sure her clubs run smoothly, quick one night stands, and building high, super thick, hard as steel walls around her heart. Trust Tru, young, youthful, and sexy as hell to bring all her steel walls down around her ears. A man in town for a billiards tournament threatens to tear through every defense, and distancing mechanism she holds dear. I enjoyed every steamy, grab you by the heartstrings moment of this book. It pulls you in and makes Tru and Athena so real you feel like they could jump right off the page as you feel every emotion with them. Bared is the perfect title for this as these two literally bared their souls to each other and promised to work through past hurts and I was here for every minute of it. I look forward to reading more of this series and the other girls and seeing where life takes this group.

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Stephanie Nicole

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If your looking for your next amazing read then look no further then Bared. By N.D. Jackson. This book had me captured from the very beginning and was written in such a brilliant way that it made me feel like I was dealing with the same situations that the characters where. The book is full of friendship, success, power and so much more that you can’t help but fall in love with it. The main characters are alpha females succeeding in a alpha male world and it has to be one of the most empowering stories that I have ever read. N.D. Jackson gives us a fantastic plot line, powerful characters, and so much more that I can’t wait for the next book.

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Shelly Kittell

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Such a deliciously exciting romance. Characters that have intense chemistry but also have secrets from their past that must be dealt with. Strong feminine characters make for great novels because she maintains that strength as she also shows some of her vulnerability. She has a strong supportive group of friends that are their for her that make sure to stay in contact. This was such a wonderful novel because it had such a realistic taste of relationships and we got to watch them build and grow. Highly recommend.

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Angela Hayes

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Bared is the first book in the Green St. Girls series by N.D Jackson. I have loved reading N.D Jackson’s other books, so when I saw this, I snapped up a copy and dove right in to see what she had in store for us this time. It is a great read- a contemporary romance- with wonderful characters. The story had all the ingredients to keep me avidly reading- and before I knew it I had devoured the whole story- in one sitting.
As expected, N.D Jackson writes beautifully- her descriptive details brought the story to life- the characters especially are really well developed, complex, and quite endearing. I loved meeting Athena and the rest of the Green St. Girls- add Tru to the mix and the story really shines! Can’t wait for more. Bring on Book #2!
A great start to a new series!
Happy Reading!

Thank you, N.D Jackson!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Kerry Baker

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bared: A Green St Girls Romance by N.D. Jackson is, at its heart, a story about great friendships and how strong connections mean everything. I loved that, even though the story was about Athena and Tru, it was about all four women as well. It felt like you really connected with them and for me they made the whole story.
This is an author that I have become more familiar with recently and I love her writing style. Each book feels distinctly different from the last I read and I enjoy that about her work. This is a great overall book and I am looking forward to whatever comes next.

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Wendy Wary

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Despite her best efforts to keep her heart encased in a fortress, Athena finds herself giving up morsels of herself to Tru between steamy hookups and sharp-witted banter. The pair find themselves the center of attention among Athena’s friends, who are concerned she’s given up finding joy in life for the comforts of self-reliance, and Tru’s mom, who wants to see her son settle down and have kids already. For Athena’s part, she’s still grieving her best friend’s death and trying to overcome emotional baggage she’s used to just running away from. For Tru’s part, he’s been toyed with before, and after spending some time together, is looking for more than just a fun time.

The author does a great job setting the scene and providing character development. This book has a strong, independent woman who isn’t looking for a hero, which is my favorite type of protagonist; Athena is self-made and only needs to battle her own past to overcome the obstacles in her way. I found the plot to be refreshing in that it wasn’t overly dark despite heavier topics (like grief and abandonment), there were healthy relationships between the characters, and the emotional rollercoaster that goes along with dating someone new was super relatable.

 

Reviewed by @wendywary

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Jenni Bishop

Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bared is the first book in the Green St. Girls series by N.D. Jackson and is a enjoyable contemporary romance story. ND’s writing has an easy flow to it and has done a good job in keeping the reader engaged and being able to get lost in the story. The characters are well developed and complex and well written, that I was hooked from the very beginning so much, so I didn’t want to put down. ND has the knack for drawing you in and being able to feel exactly what the characters were going through. You will find yourself laughing, feeling sad, frustrated and the tension right along with them.

I can’t to see what comes next.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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