Posts

The Human Mating Site, Box Set 1 (The Human Mating Site Series) by B.L. Wilde – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

/0 Comments/in /by

The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella's 1-4The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella’s 1-4 by B.L. Wilde
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 is novella’s 1-4 in this 13 novella series and quite fun to read. If you like sizzling romance, drama, supportive friendships, flirting and a woman on a journey on self discovery and each novella builds on that journey for Bella. I highly recommend reading this series.

When Bella’s marriage heads down the drain all because of her husband “Mr. Wimp”, Bella turns to her best friends and learns it is ok to start a new chapter in her life. Once the lies and deceit come to a head, Bella finally becomes the person she lost along the way. When Bella meets
“Mr. Smooth” aka Liam , she learns she has been missing out on so much when it comes to not only learning to love herself, but also what she has been missing when it comes to pleasure…..Liam can only offer fun and Bella is not looking for anything more. When Bella is looking for more experience on her own, she meets “Mr. Player” aka Jack, but learns why she dubbed him as such. Bella learns hard when he is all about himself not much else. As we are winding down, Bella is out with her friends and meets “Mr. Kinky” aka Jenson….as Jenson would like to teach Bella a new lifestyle….Bella is open to new experiences, but quickly learns that this is not for her….

As Bella keeps learning from you share of experiences and men…will Bella be able to ever find Mr. Right? I cannot wait to continue this series of novella’s….I am very curious what will happen next and who Bella will meet…

View all my reviews

The Human Mating Site, Box Set 1 (The Human Mating Site Series) by B.L. Wilde – Review by Carrie Reed

/0 Comments/in /by

The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella's 1-4The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella’s 1-4 by B.L. Wilde
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I had previous read Mr. Wimp, but was more than happy to re read it all over again in order in the box set for the first 4 books. I can’t which I liked best so far, it might be Mr. Heartless at the end. I can’t figure out what Bella and Liam are thinking, the chemistry between them is so off the charts, they would be so good together. But, I like that Bella is out there finding herself again after her marriage to Joel. Of course you have to kiss a few toads first, and Bella is put through it with some of these men. The ending of this set has me dying for the next book! I can’t wait to see where Bella’s journey leads her or rather who her journey leads her to. I think I’m still going to hold out for her and Liam working out permanently but, then again, who is this Nathan character that seems familiar?

View all my reviews

The Human Mating Site, Box Set 1 (The Human Mating Site Series) by B.L. Wilde – Review by Charlene Pryke

/0 Comments/in /by

The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella's 1-4The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella’s 1-4 by B.L. Wilde
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

These 4 novellas about Bella are a completely hot sexual journey of self discovery. First we have the wimpy ex husband, then the hot and sexy bartender Liam, followed by the player Jack, the fifty shades night with smokin’ hot Jenson and a rather horrid encounter with Ethan…. These novellas end when Bella is rescued by Nathan…. Who is this mysterious man? I guess we need to read book 5 to find out?

View all my reviews

The Human Mating Site, Box Set 1 (The Human Mating Site Series) by B.L. Wilde – Review by Jennifer Ramos

/0 Comments/in /by

The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella's 1-4The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella’s 1-4 by B.L. Wilde
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

After the demise of her 12 year marriage, Bella takes a new approach at her life with a fresh clean slate and being motivated by her steamy novel reads, moves onward with her own journey in search of Mr. Right. Each novella is separated into different sections focusing on different parts of Bella’s story as she gets a divorce. Bella is in hers 30, flirty and thriving! Such a great series for those who love quick romantic stories with some great humor and characters. It is recommended to read in order and one after the other so you can find out what happens next!

View all my reviews

The Human Mating Site, Box Set 1 (The Human Mating Site Series) by B.L. Wilde – Review by Jenni Bishop

/0 Comments/in /by

The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella's 1-4The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella’s 1-4 by B.L. Wilde
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 stars
Human Mating Site Box Set 1 is 4 fab Rom Com’s altogether. They are the first 4 Novellas in a 13-part novella series the Human Mating Site. They are extremely quick reads packed full of sexy fun. It is a great series but with only a few pages in each book I flew through them and read them in one sitting. I was sad to see them end because I was enjoying them so much and I want more. They need to be longer.
Mr. Wimp is the first book in the box set. Who doesn’t love a good story where the MC loves to read and loves her hot and steamy books and wants to play out her fantasies?
It is the story of Bella as she navigates the online dating world once again as her cheating, low life husband Mr. Wimp blames her for their woes when it is all his fault. Revenge is sweet. Throw in some amazing and loving friends, some hand holding, dancing, and lots of wine, flirting, some great and liberating sex, some alpha hot and sexy men and some witty banter that will have you laughing out loud then you have yourself a super spicy tale. I am sure there are lots of women out there that can relate to this story.

Bella’s search for Mr. Right continues in Mr. Smooth the second book in the Human Mating site series. The anti is upped along with the spice. I just wish there was a little bit more into the sex scenes. Online dating has never been so fun. It is a quick, fun and sexy read. Liam is one man to show you what you have been missing out on. Have a few fantasies, he’s your man. He knows how to burn up the sheets and Bella is just the woman to let him, but he wants her to see just how beautiful and desired she is first. Insert sigh……….. I mean what a man right, even if he is a player. Things may just get a little messy when there are two men involved. Damn cliff hangers….

Mr. Player is the third instalment in the Human Mating Site novella series and the last book in this box set. I love and am addicted to this series! but I wish that the stories where longer than just sound bites. Ok they are a bit long but aaaarghhhhhhh. Sadly, Bella is moving on from Liam. Jack may be dubbed Mr Player, but he is all about himself in the bedroom. He seems to be good at saying the right things but when they get down to business, he doesn’t look so good on paper. When Bella and her girls decide on a holiday, she runs into someone that may be too good to be true. Let the fun continue. But not before another cliff hanger.

Bring on Mr. Kinky! “What a man, what a man, what a mighty fine man.”
The steam and spice hot up as Jensen shows Bella there is more to pleasure if it is done in a safe setting. When she gets a taste of BDSM she learns a bit more about herself. The break she had with her friends, some alcohol and a few romps with Mr Kinky is just what she needed.
This is probably my favourite book so far in the series.
Gaahhhhh! Cliffhangers! Anywho who is behind the door?
As I said before there are 13 novellas all together in the Human Mating Site series and I can’t wait to get stuck into them all.

Reviewed by @jennadb

View all my reviews

The Human Mating Site, Box Set 1 (The Human Mating Site Series) by B.L. Wilde – Review by Michelle Mulvey

/0 Comments/in /by

The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella's 1-4The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella’s 1-4 by B.L. Wilde
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first set of books following Bella’s life after her husband decides he doesn’t want to be with her anymore. Personally Mr Smooth and Mr Kinky were my favorites. Bella was stuck in a marriage for so many years and now she’s free to rest the waters and see what’s out there. Her mind of blown by the types of guys around and the ones who are willing to worship her body. I love how she gets to go out there and experience all life has to offer her as a newly single woman. She’s not looking for anything long term just a few casual hookups. I almost hope at the end she ends up with Mr Smooth because he is infact Smooth haha

review by @xchellex

View all my reviews

The Human Mating Site, Box Set 1 (The Human Mating Site Series) by B.L. Wilde – Review by Kerry Baker

/0 Comments/in /by

The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella's 1-4The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella’s 1-4 by B.L. Wilde
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Having read the first book in this series, I knew I had to pick up the box set containing the first three novels. I love the whole premise of this book – Mr Right Now. It think the whole idea is fun and inspiring. I did worry that I would find myself connecting with the men of each individual book too much and struggle to then connect with the next, but that is not something I found to be an issue. Each of them are so different from each other that I engaged with their characters no problem.
Each book is quite short as they are part of a 13 book novella but none of them felt like they were too short or rushed. I could have easily kept reading and after finishing one, I could not wait to pick up the next. This series as a whole is shaping up, already, to be one of my favourites of the year and I am very much looking forward to the next book.

View all my reviews

The Human Mating Site, Box Set 1 (The Human Mating Site Series) by B.L. Wilde – Review by Shelly Kittell

/0 Comments/in /by

The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella's 1-4The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella’s 1-4 by B.L. Wilde
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What an entertaining box set! Bella is going through a nasty divorce. This box set tales is through her journey to find herself again. The stories are funny, spicy, and vulnerable. Bella is going through the same struggles that many divorced women find themselves dealing with internally. Am I good enough? Who will want me? Etc… I enjoyed each book because minus the spicy part, I found her quite relatable as a divorced woman. The stories are really good. I loved the characters. Having it in a boxset is great because its all in one spot on your reader. Go ahead, you know you want to get it.

View all my reviews

Lela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines – Review by Christie Mitchum

/0 Comments/in /by

Lela's ChoiceLela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines is a great combination of romance and women’s fiction!!!

Lela is the epitome of a loyal daughter, not to say she isn’t obstinate and determined, but she has dedicated her life to her father and her niece. She had plans to make her own path when Sophie turned 18. However, Sophie has disappeared with her boyfriend which sends all of Lela’s plans completely off track. Now, she races to Malta to find her and bring some sort of peace to her family. She wasn’t expecting Hamish McGregor, who is working for her father, and aiding in the search. Their first meeting isn’t necessarily cordial. Lela doesn’t trust Hamish or anyone that works for her overbearing father. Yet, she can’t deny the attraction and pull she feels towards him, and he can’t deny his attraction to her. As the two work trying to find Lela, they soon find themselves falling in love.

Both Lela and Hamish are complicated and complex characters. Both have suffered tragic losses in their lives which has impacted their present lives, especially in their ability to have a relationship. Lela is fighting her father’s controlling behavior, and Hamish is afraid he will lose another woman to violence because of his job. The two did a tremendous amount of growth throughout the book. They are two different people by the last page even though not too much time passes within the storyline.

Their romance is a slow burn at first, but then, things take off quite quickly when they decide to give in to their feelings. There are some obstacles to their happily ever after, but thankfully without too much angst. While the disappearance of Sophie is the reason both of them are in Malta, that plotline does somewhat become secondary. The book was well-written and was very descriptive. At times, I found myself in the setting with the characters. It made me want to visit Malta.

I found the book quite enjoyable, and I not only liked but respected both of the characters for their determination and strength. While the book was mostly centered around their romance, it was also about family, loss, forgiveness, and second chances.

View all my reviews

The Silent Woodsman (The Olympic Peninsula series Book 1) by Cat Treadgold – Review by Betsy Melano

/0 Comments/in /by

The Silent Woodsman (The Olympic Peninsula series Book 1)The Silent Woodsman by Cat Treadgold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read by this author. She writes so beautifully that I can imagine being in the beauty of Washington State and the Olympic Peninsula. I really enjoyed the fact that the author wrote this book taking place in a earlier era where no one has a cell phone.
In the first book of this series, Ali Ryan is attempting to connect with her twin brother Liam who has been in an accident. She travels into the woods to find a way to “hear” her brother who she knows is alive after the tragedy even though they are on opposite sides of the world. Instead she meets a man resting in a cabin who can’t use his voice. How will this man chance meeting change their lives?

View all my reviews

Lela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines – Review by Amber Howard

/0 Comments/in /by

Lela's ChoiceLela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I liked the book. I’m glad the mystery behind Sophie’s disappearance wasn’t something terrible. The chemistry between Lela and Hamish was spot on. I also could relate to Lela. Feeling like you got to be the peace maker in the family all the time and putting your life on hold to do so. It’s a good read.

View all my reviews

Lela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

/0 Comments/in /by

<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/199587219-lela-s-choice” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Lela’s Choice” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1697154062l/199587219._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/199587219-lela-s-choice”>Lela’s Choice</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/22577889.Jennifer_Raines”>Jennifer Raines</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6083795478″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Lela and Hamish have both had tragedy in their lives and this has made them want to stay away from being involved. They first met when Lela hopped on a plane from Austrailia to Malta in search of her niece. She suspects her father has played a role in her niece’s sudden departure, but she can’t be sure. She is also unsure whether or not she can trust Hamish as her father has employed him. In the end she reluctantly decides to work with him. Working in such close proximity they start to become close and start revealing things that they had meant to keep to themselves while slowly giving in to their mutual attraction. This was a good book and the author definitely knows how to keep the readers turning the pages.
<br/><br/>
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/106111308-charlisa-wahtomy-alba”>View all my reviews</a>

Lela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines – review by Enisha Reaves

/0 Comments/in /by

Lela's ChoiceLela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

If you are looking for a book that will suspense, thrills, and romance while leaving you smiling and wanting to keep turning the pages, then this book is for you!

Lela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines follows the stories of Lela as she travels to Malta to look for her missing niece and boyfriend, and Hamish, the lawyer hired by Lela’s father to help her find them. But along they way, they may find more than they bargained for.

I loved the fact that the characters seemed real, flawed, and nuanced but still kept the lighthearted feel of a romance while still dealing with hard topics like loss, familial drama, devastaing loss and the barriers trust issues create. The book felt real and left you feeling like love can flourish in the times that you least expect it. You just have to find a way to trust yourself as well as others. This is my second book by this author, and I can’t wait to pick up another.

Happy Reading!

View all my reviews

Lela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines – Review by Paula R Sayers

/0 Comments/in /by

Lela's ChoiceLela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lela’s niece flees to Malta with her boyfriend leaving Lela wondering what she could have done better as an Aunt. Lela has always done what her father wanted her too. But, the search for her niece leads her down a path where she must decide whether to continue to be at her father’s beck and call or to make her own path in life. Lela has a choice, a hard choice to make. Enjoyed this book very much.

View all my reviews

Lela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines – Review by Christine Baranek

/0 Comments/in /by

Lela's ChoiceLela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lela’s Choice
By: Jennifer Raines

This is a wonderfully sweet romance book about being your own person. It also looks at staying your own person when you have to make choices. How important should family and tradition be? Is it worth giving up ourselves or our wants and desires. This book examines what happens when the main character decides to finally choose herself. This turns her life upside down, but maybe in the most unexpected way.
Lela is the main character and she is really interesting and well developed. She is approached by a man who swears that he works for her father. She doesn’t trust her father which means she also doesn’t trust the man. But they agree to work together to find her niece who has run off.
Hamish is a lawyer who is working to help find Lela’s niece. He is working for Lela’s father so he can ensure that his wishes are met. He is such an interesting character and adds a lot of depth to the story.
It doesn’t take long for Hamish and Lela to realize they are attracted to each other. This attraction leads them to begin to open up. But they both have reasons for not becoming involved.
One dangerous situation later and the two of them abandon their inhibitions.
This is such a fantastic story and I love that the author fully describes all of the settings. I am a sucker for a good book that takes place in Australia. This delivers on this with a great plot and chemistry that sizzles off the page.

View all my reviews

Lela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines – Review by Samantha Cleaver

/0 Comments/in /by

Lela's ChoiceLela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was my first book from Jennifer Raines and it did not disappoint. This is a standalone contemporary romance.

This book starts with Lela having to go hunt down her niece when she decides to run away from Australia to Malta. She is forced to work alongside Hamish, who is hired by Lela’s grandfather to find his granddaughter. Thus their adventure begins.

This book was a page turner and I definitely recommend!

View all my reviews

Lela’s Choice By Jennifer Reines- Review By Kerry Carr

/0 Comments/in /by

Lela's ChoiceLela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this romance adventure. The author does an amazing job with this story. It is a complex tale full of twists and turns, family drama, angst, forced proximity. It is also a story of finding love when you least expect it and learning how to drop your guard and trust someone.

Lela is on the search for her niece. Her niece left Australia and headed to Malta and Lela wants to find her and find out why she left. Even though she has an idea it was to do with her overbearing father.

Hamish McGregor is a lawyer who specialises in child-protection. When he is hired by Lela’s father to find the missing girl he realises that he needs to work with Lela if they are going to succeed and find the missing girl. What Hamish doesnt expect is that Lela is a stubborn woman who is determined to do things herself and the fact that she sees him as the enemy.

Can they work together to find the missing girl? Can they fight their feelings and attraction for long? And what is the risk if they give into their feelings? Both of our characters have scars in their past that makes taking a risk on love hard for them both but maybe they can take that chance together.

View all my reviews

Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series Book 4) by C.R. Alam – Review by Christine Baranek

/0 Comments/in /by

Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series, #4)Dangerous Rhythm by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dangerous Rhythm
By: C.R. Alam

This is a fantastic addition to the Echo Series. In this story, we see Curtis who has run into some trouble and needs protection. He also happens to be the guitarist of a famous band. Lina happens to work for private security now, but has a military past. Lina and Curtis have some chemistry between them so when they have to flee together it makes their chemistry become hard to deny. But they both have issues that will keep them from acting on it.
This author does a fantastic job in developing the characters and making the suspense and tension completely palpable. Curtis becomes a much more realistic and likable character and I enjoyed watching Lina soften up around Curtis. The chemistry between them jumps off the page and the author pairs this with fantastic suspense. I definitely recommend picking this book up!

View all my reviews

Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series Book 4) by C.R. Alam – Review by Tori Mitton

/0 Comments/in /by

<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/199026590-dangerous-rhythm” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series, #4)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1696362219l/199026590._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/199026590-dangerous-rhythm”>Dangerous Rhythm</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/18542723.C_R_Alam”>C.R. Alam</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6071333137″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Lina is retired military, but does private security. She ends up being a body guard for Canis Major. When Curtis the lead of the band runs into trouble with the mafia, he needs help from Lina.<br />Lina and Curtis have known each other for sometime since she has worked with the band before. Lina and Curtis end up having to go on the run from the mafia, but they can’t keep their crush from each other anymore. This was another great read!! It was super fast paced and enjoyable from the start!
<br/><br/>
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/6813301-tori”>View all my reviews</a>

Lela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines – Review by M Policicchio

/0 Comments/in /by

Lela's ChoiceLela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A sweet romance about making difficult choices and being your own person. Sometimes we choose family or traditions over ourselves. There comes a time when you have to choose you. Lela finds this out when her life turns upside down.

Lela was on a plane as soon as she could get to the airport when she found out her niece had run away with her boyfriend to Malta. When she is met at the airport by a man claiming to work for her father. Lela doesn’t trust him anymore than she trusts her father. But, she does agree to work together to find her niece.

Hamish McGregor is a respected lawyer that is currently consulting with his home government as well as many international partners to change laws and make treaties regarding parents or taking children across international lines. Hamish is there to provide assistance in finding Lela’s niece, and in compliance with Lela’s father’s wishes, return the niece home.

As Lela and Hamish start working together they soon realize that their first impressions of each other were not exactly correct. The lies that Lela’s father told to get Hamish to take this case are also revealed. Both Hamish and Lela have reasons not to be involved with anyone. As their attraction grows, Lela and Hamish find each other telling the other things they have not told anyone else. They grow to trust and respect each other.

Hamish, still caught in his past, won’t allow himself to love Lela. He keeps pushing her away. When Lela walks away, Hamish is devastated. When Lela is caught in a dangerous situation, Hamish realizes that he has been a fool. The rest, as they say, is history.

The story is original and well done. I enjoy the way this author adds the cultural flavor of her locations and her home, Australia. It adds a richness and depth to every story. Put this one on your TBR pile, especially if you love that Aussie flavor.

View all my reviews

Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series Book 4) by C.R. Alam – Review by Heather Hoke

/0 Comments/in /by

Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series, #4)Dangerous Rhythm by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was over too quickly! Or maybe I just loved it so much I didn’t want it to end at all! I loved how the roles reversed. I wasn’t so sure at first that I would like that. Cause I’m so used to reading about man protects woman type idea. But it was like the best breathe of a change. This is #4 I’m the series but I had no issue reading this one, as I have not read the others. However, I do believe I WILL be reading others.

View all my reviews

Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series Book 4) by C.R. Alam – Review by Ashley Sugar

/0 Comments/in /by

Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series, #4)Dangerous Rhythm by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Romantic suspense is one of my favorites! This book did not disappoint. The characters, the story..all amazing. I devoured this book so fast and i wish I didn’t finish it so quickly because I didn’t want it to ever end. If you want romance, suspense, steam and a great book with amazing characters, read this!

View all my reviews

Lela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

/0 Comments/in /by

Lela's ChoiceLela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lela’s Choice is a standalone romance that follows Lela as she travels from Australia to Malta to look for her missing niece. She’s keen to work independently from her father, but her father has arranged for Hamish to help in her hunt.

This is the second book I’ve read by this author, and I enjoyed it a lot! The author approaches interesting and complicated issues and situations in her books, adding depth to the romance. In Lela’s Choice, we have the challenges of locating a missing person in an unfamiliar country, as well as Lela’s relationship with her father and how that impacts on her connection with Hamish.

The setting in Malta is well-researched and described, so it’s like travelling there by book! It’s fun exploring Malta along with Lela and Hamish.

I’d recommend this to fans of romance with a bit of mystery thrown in, who like books set in interesting destinations. It gets five stars from me!

View all my reviews

Unexpected by Laylah Abrams – Review by Whisper Hymer

/0 Comments/in /by

UnexpectedUnexpected by Laylah Abrams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Unexpected by Laylah Abrams is a sweet star-crossed romance. It follows Nick (aspiring artist, student, and waiter) and Claire (rich, famous ex-model) as they learn what love is. Nick and Claire each have their reasons for staying and for secrets but when the tabloids get involved -who can say what is true? Or even guess what love is? I found this book to be an interesting twist on the common rich/poor coupling. It definitely deserves a read for anyone that like modern-day fairytale romance.

Reviewed by @WhisperHymer

View all my reviews

Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series Book 4) by C.R. Alam – Review by Robin Rankin

/0 Comments/in /by

Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series, #4)Dangerous Rhythm by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dangerous Rhythm: A Reverse Protector Romance (The Echo Series Book 4)

This book has no casual build up the excitement starts at the beginning of chapter one and doesn’t end until the book does.

Curtis and Lina were just perfect for one another and glad they finally figured it out. I wish their story could have been a little less dangerous but then again I really wouldn’t have changed anything.

There were so many intense moments, but there were also some funny ones, there is one in particular that I’m still chuckling about.

I have had the pleasure of reading all of this series and I’m so glad I stumbled across Ms. Alam. Looking forward to the next book.

View all my reviews

Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series Book 4) by C.R. Alam – Review by April Smith

/0 Comments/in /by

Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series, #4)Dangerous Rhythm by C.R. Alam
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the 4th read of the Echo Series. I chose to read this book as a standalone because I haven’t read any of the previous books in the series. I loved the story line and the characters are easy to connect with. The book packed with suspense and adventure and adding a dice of romance in the mix. I enjoyed this read and I’m anxious to go back to book one and start from the beginning.

View all my reviews

Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series Book 4) by C.R. Alam – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

/0 Comments/in /by

Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series, #4)Dangerous Rhythm by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dangerous Rhythm is Book Four in The Echo Series. It is an intriguing read with a great storyline that puts a spin on the roles we would typically see in society. The story centers around the characters of Curtis and Lina and the smoldering flame they have carried for each other for years. Curtis is a rockstar that plays in the band Canis Major. He seemingly has everything you could possibly want with wealth, fame, and good-looking women swooning over him. Lina is a bodyguard that has been hired to protect the members of the band. When she has the chance to be around Curtis again after two years away from him, she cannot help but be anxious and excited. He has a charm and presence about him that she has not forgotten and cannot seem to resist. When Curtis witnesses a horrendous crime, it is up to Lina to protect him at all costs. As the two spend more time together the chemistry between them intensifies and becomes undeniable. Lina feels conflicted between keeping Curtis safe and giving into her feelings for him. Curtis has not stopped thinking about Lina since they first met two years ago, and he is determined to show her that he is the man for her. Things heat up in more ways than one with danger lurking around every corner and the passion burning between Curtis and Lina. A fantastic read with drama, danger, angst, passion, chemistry, romance, rockstars, a mob boss, and suspense. I loved the reverse protector roles and how Lina was Curtis’ bodyguard. I especially loved the character of Lina and that she was the protector in this storyline. She was smart, strong, courageous, fierce, and unafraid to look danger in the eye. I highly recommend not only this book, but this series!

View all my reviews@tarab

Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series Book 4) by C.R. Alam – Review by Jennifer Gordon

/0 Comments/in /by

Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series, #4)Dangerous Rhythm by C.R. Alam
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another enjoyable and action packed contemporary romance which can be read as a standalone story. Lead guitarist for Canis Major, Curtis Bisset is a rock legend in the making and enjoys the lavish lifestyle that goes with it. Having witnessed a chilling crime and with a dangerous Mob boss after him he is forced to flee New York. For his safety Curtis needs protection and Lina Cheung, who used to work for the Army’s Intelligence Unit is the women for the job. It’s been two years since Lina worked as security for the band but she finds that their connection is still there. However, like last time Lina is determined to keep her emotions under control, but unknown to Lina her unrequited love is not just one sided. Curtis is thrilled to see Lina again and this time he’s not going to let thoughts that he’s not good enough for her, stop him from proving he’s the right man for her. As they travel around the world staying ahead of those that are after them Lina is concerned her feelings for Curtis will compromise her mission of keeping him safe, and must choose between duty and desire. The chemistry between Lina and Curtis really sizzled off the page and I loved how their relationship developed throughout the story. The storyline had me hooked from page one and the action packed plot kept me gripped until the last page. Both the characters and the setting came to life through the descriptive narrative. This was a real page turner, which I recommend reading.

View all my reviews

Unexpected by Laylah Abrams – Review by Megan Conley

/0 Comments/in /by

UnexpectedUnexpected by Laylah Abrams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a very cute, angsty read that will have you silently cursing at the characters until the very end. It’s a whirlwind of a romance for Claire, the beautiful celebrity heiress, and Nick, the struggling artist, who meet while Nick is serving Claire and her friends all they could want and more at a high-end restaurant. Nick and Claire rendezvous by chance in the hallway that night and things go from there…but little do they realize that they are falling in love and that may pose a problem. I really enjoyed the plot line of this book and I absolutely loved that we get a dual POV in a roundabout way. The story is really sweet and does end in an HEA. The spice is there but it is very behind the scenes. I really recommend this book. It’s quick and great if you are wanting a palette cleanser between bigger reads.
Reviewed by @meggs1717

View all my reviews

Unexpected by Laylah Abrams – Review by Robin Rankin

/0 Comments/in /by

UnexpectedUnexpected by Laylah Abrams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Unexpected

The title of this book couldn’t have been more perfect and I absolutely adored both Claire and Nick instantly.

Claire is nothing like the friends she’s with when we first meet her and it’s obvious to anyone who was paying attention to her and Nick was paying attention. Claire wants for nothing. Her Dad has money, she is a successful model trying to find her way.

Nick is a grad student getting a masters in art and struggling to make ends meet. Works as a waiter on top of his class load and never knew how much of a difference his job would make in his life.

Claire was a great woman but she was also quite frustrating and closed minded with her beliefs on love not matter how understandable they were.

This was a great introduction to Ms. Abrams and her writing. The storyline kept me engaged in the book and was a little sad when it was over. I look forward to see what she releases next.

View all my reviews