Deadly Intentions by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This story has the makings of a movie. It has the action and adventure of love. A classic revenge plot but with a twist of falling for the wrong guy. Viviana is just trying to get revenge for her friend but she gets that tingly feeling about Nazario. Could she get her revenge or end up dead? Maybe she’ll find love? Worth the read to find out.
Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This BOOK you guys! Absolutely amazing. The characters, flow, and the SMUT were all perfect. I loved reading about the tension between Vaughn and Xena. Especially in the beginning!
They had this undeniable chemistry but neither of them know what to do with it. They both know what they WANT, but they aren’t sure what the other does, and for Xena, it seems out of the question. Why would a sexy billionaire want to end up with her, even just for a night? Meanwhile, Vaughn can think about hardly anything else after their first spur of the moment meeting in his office.
I definitely recommend this book if you need a hot, easy read!
Deadly Intentions by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Deadly Intentions is a deliciously erotica romance tale that lives up to its name. Anise Storm has magic fingers when it comes her writing. I love her work that I have read most of her books. It is raw, dark and gritty and it is a captivating read. The darker, the grittier the better I say. A dark mafia thriller romance gets the heart pumping. With enough danger and violence, secrets and lies, intrigue and darkness, angst and fear, intrigue to keep the pages turning. I did at times find there was repeated information as with the flashbacks then reiterating it again wasn’t necessary.
Nazario is a character you will either love to hate or hate to love. He becomes quite a different man not someone likeable. His moods are like being on a rollercoaster. Just when you think you understand his actions he proves you wrong. Viviana was a strong and sassy woman but that all changed when she was around this man. She did surprise me though and didn’t see it coming.
Revenge is sweet or is it?
Reviewed by @jennadb
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/63028550-deadly-intentions” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Deadly Intentions” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1671136437l/63028550._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/63028550-deadly-intentions”>Deadly Intentions</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/14696494.Anise_Storm”>Anise Storm</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5366775465″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Viviana aspired to make a difference in the world by saving one life at a time as a doctor. When her best friend was murdered all she could think about was getting revenge. She has become the mistress of the most well known Dons in Italy and she hasn’t forgotten her goal. Everything is in place and she’s ready to take action but the son of the man she is trying to take down stand between her and victory. Nazario has seen the things his father is capable of and doesn’t want Viviana to be sleeping with the fishes. He has ideas about getting his own revenge but that will all be in due time. Will these two end up teaming up? Or will Viviana become an unwilling victim and end up six feet under?
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Deadly Intentions by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I was drawn to this book because of my love for this authors writing, mafia stories and lets face it we all need something a little dark from time to time but I have to admit I went on a real rollercoaster of like and dislike with this book for a little while at first but I 100% came out on the side of like! The complex characters and storylines will definitely hook you and have you turning page after page with the need to find out what on earth is going to happen! I can’t wait to see what this amazingly talented author has in store for us next.
Deadly Intentions by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is an author that I have enjoyed reading from the first book. This is not my first book but it is one of my favorites. I enjoy her writing skills which bring life to her stories. They are engaging and hard to put down. This book is no different. The characters pulled me into their world from the start. They add so much to the story which makes it easy and entertaining to read. They are connectable and supportive of each other. They have great growth throughout the story which just added to it. The twists and turns are like no other. They had me sitting on the edge of my seat just waiting to see what would happen next. This is a story you don’t want to miss for sure. I highly recommend this book and this author.
Review by @bjwagner
Deadly Intentions by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book started with steam right out the gate. It has everything that you would expect from a dark romance with mafia. The FMC was set out for revenge and found a lot more than that. The MMC is your typical broody mafia guy with a chip on his shoulder concerning his dad. He also has a huge heart and even though he is seeking a revenge of his own he is always wanting what is right for the FMC. Even if that means going through some things. It is the “I will do what is best for you even if it kills me,” type of vibe. It has page turning adventure and twists that you don’t really see coming but once they are there, you wonder why you didn’t think about that to begin with. The steam is there and it is intense at times but it doesn’t deter from the story line. It enhances the love that you feel growing between that characters. I highly suggest reading this book for some steamy, twisted, traumatic, adventurous fun. It is a page turner that you won’t want to put down.
Reviewed by: @bbohls
Deadly Intentions by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wow! What an intense mafia romance. Viviana’s best friend is murdered by the mafia. Nazario, son of the murderer, is hot for her. I can’t tell you anymore. You have to read it to find out. The story is full of romantic suspense and drama. A definite story of good vs evil with some steam on the side. I loved the flow of the story. The characters were well-written. I was shocked to see some go dark, even as a undercover thing. Fantastic book that you should read. This author writes romantic suspense that just grabs you by the hand and says “Let’s go on a little trip.”
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Viviana Spataro had dreams and ambitions until the murder of her best friend in a New York City alley changed everything. Overcome with grief, her dreams soon changed. Instead of wanting to heal others as a doctor, she now wants to annihilate the one person responsible.
Ten years later, she finally has her chance. As a mistress to one of the most notorious Mafia Dons in Italy, Stefano’s days are now numbered. Her mission of vengeance is almost complete, or it will be once she can get past the only thing standing in her way. That obstacle is her attraction to the sexy, and equally as lethal, son of the man she’s determined to destroy.
Nazario Vaccaro is well aware of his father’s sins, and he’s hellbent on exacting payback of his own. Viviana doesn’t know the levels of depravity his father is capable of so she has no idea the real danger she is in. He does, and he is determined to protect her, even from herself.
Will he be able to seduce her into heeding his warning as he prepares to take his rightful place upon his father’s throne? Or, will she become collateral damage in a deadly game of betrayal, sex, and secrets.
Anise Storm is a USA Today Bestselling author of Contemporary and Dark Romance. A Southern transplant, Anise is married with children. She has a love of football, shoes, and tall, dark heroes. When not spending time with family or traveling, she can be found either curled up with a good book or writing.
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/86290902-vaughn-s-xena” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Vaughn’s Xena (Dirty Rockhard Series, #1)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1674680043l/86290902._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/86290902-vaughn-s-xena”>Vaughn’s Xena</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/21028162.M_I_Rosegold”>M.I. Rosegold</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5348588931″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Vaughn wolf is attracted to his college best friend’s sister xena . He wants to date her but doesn’t if will hurt his friendship with his friend. You have to read more of the book to see what happens. I can’t wait to read more from this author.<br />
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Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the first book in the Dirty Rockhard Billionaire series. Definitely not for everyone. If you like a really spicy best friend’s brother trope then you may proceed. Vaughn and Xena are obsessed with each other, yet neither knows the other has those same feelings. Will they given in to the forbidden?
Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Mixed feelings
The overall premise of this book kept me reading – there were just moments I felt were forced and the dialogue didn’t quite match my idea of the characters. I struggled to connect with Vaughn, which didn’t help. I liked Xena though. There’s steam and some drama and angst but it was the disjointed writing in places that distracted me when reading. Willing to give book 2 a go.
Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I’m not sure if y’all can see what I’ve read for my previous years reading challenges but you’d quickly realize I read almost exclusively smut. This had some grad A smut in it. The storyline was a little awkward for me though. I wrote this in another review earlier but it applies here as well: sometimes the writing feels disconnected. If that makes sense? I liked the relationship between the characters (for the most part) and I’m definitely looking forward to reading another book in the series to see how their relationship continues to play out.
Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Reading the synopsis of this book I was extremely intrigued to read it.
The storyline is great and had some really interesting twists.
The Female MC was a bit annoying but that’s only my opinion and the first half of the book is a bit wordy but the second half was perfectly hot.
The cliffhanger at the end….. WOW.
Excited to see what’s to come
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Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the first book of the Dirty Rockhard Billionaire series, by the author M.I. Rosegold. This is my first time reading the author’s work. I honestly wasn’t sure what to expect. I knew it was gonna be steamy but I didn’t know how much. I gotta say man oh man it was a spicy meatball lol. Although some things were not for me per say, overall I really enjoyed reading it. I do enjoy a forbidden romance. I am lowkey looking forward to trying out the next Xena’s Vaughn. I wanna see what happens between them and the rest of the story.
Ps if you love these kinks ( erotic humiliation, degradation, edging, light bondage, pubic play, and raw sex) you should definitely read this series.
Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is number one of a series and it went all the way right out of the gate. I am no prude but even I was glad I wasn’t reading this in public, I am sure I would have had questions. So well written, hot as sin, and would make anyone blush. The whole concept of the book is right up my alley, a forbidden romance with a rollercoaster of emotions that had me feeling wrung out in the best way. The ending had me losing my mind and I cannot wait to read the second book!!!
Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a great 5 star read. Very much an 18+ read with all of the juiciness that we get in this story. Vaughn, oh my, what an alpha hottie. He wants Xena, but there is one problem: she is off limits. Xena has been having some naughty thoughts about her friend’s brother. Could her dark fantasies become a reality when she finds out he wants her too?
Overall this was a good read. I was on a rollercoaster of emotions while reading. There are also some unexpected twists and turns that added a great element to the story. I really liked the characters and they had a great connection. We also get some very kinky steamy moments as well. If you’re looking for a great new series with some extreme hotness, 1-click and get started today. I can’t wait to read more from this series and author.
Reviewed by @mab54615
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Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This story will not be everyone’s cup of tea. The disclosure upon opening the book is there for a reason. There is a lot of detail given and at first I was like it’s a bit much but then Xena reveals a BIG secret so it will make sense at one point.
Xena has been secretly in love with Vaughn for years. He happens to be her best friends/room-mate brother so he’s off limits. However Xena finds out when she meets him in person he has felt the same way about her for years to! For months they have a secret relationship that they keep away from Veronica.
Veronica is left in the dark battling her own situation. Xena and Vaughn’s relationship runs into a messy situation once Veronica does find out. The relationship comes crashing down around them and well now I am off to read book 2 because I need to know the rest of the story!
Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Let me start off by saying this isn’t my typical read, but I still found aspects of it I enjoyed.
This is a little sister best friend secret relationship storyline that includes BDSM with some public scenarios. It also includes some kinks I wasn’t expecting, like erotic humiliation, degradation, and edging. I must admit it was the degradation and humiliation that turned out to not be my cup of tea, but if you’re into that, then definitely check this book out. I’m afraid it’s in part because of these kinks that I really had a hard time connecting to these characters and story, making what might be an amazing 5 star book for others a 3 star book for me. I also had some trouble with some of the dialogue and writing that felt almost forced by the characters in the story. There were some areas that seemed to drag with an overload of information and dialogue, while other areas were really well written and spot on to a masterful story.
I did find some aspects of the book to be fun and wonderful, like the relationship between best friends and brother and sister. I love how her brother, Vaughn, stepped up to be her support as her parents have been absent a lot throughout their lives. The steamy chemistry of the couple was also appealing.
If this is your type of story, definitely check it out. I think you will enjoy it greatly.
Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
After reading Vaughns Xena by M. I. Rosegold I am incredibly torn on how to rate this book. It’s not that I didn’t like the book because I did but there were a few things that made the story not as enjoyable or pulled me out of the story personally. This book was reminiscent of 50 shades of Gray with the sexy, tortured man, and his controlling tendencies. It was one of the steamiest, spicy books I’ve read in quite sometime but it was also repetitive. It seemed that the first three quarters of the book and there wasn’t much of a storyline. It was basically the same phrasing/wording reworded or in a different order to make the steamy scenes occur more often which definitely drew me away from wanting to read them. I liked watching them grow and learn each other but after awhile it was like really again, your mine, etc. the second thing that bothered me a little was some of the wording that was used seemed a bit immature. For example Vaughn was this strong, possessive, dominating male but right in the middle of a dominating scene he uttered words like gosh, which didn’t seem to fit the way the author wanted to portray him. The relationship Vaughn had with his sister seemed a bit inappropriate and eeked me out a bit, which was maybe the authors point, not from his end so much as from her. She repeatedly refers to his possessive nature as a significant other might rather than a sister and the ending solidified that for me. The last quarter of the book utterly broke my heart but it also definitely added to that storyline that I felt was missing up to that point and really pulled me in only to end and leave me hanging. Overall this was a good book and I will need to pick up book number two to continue Vaughn and Xenas story especially due to that cliffhanger ending.
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/57696709-vaughn-s-xena” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Vaughn’s Xena (Dirty Rockhard Series, #1)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1644009064l/57696709._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/57696709-vaughn-s-xena”>Vaughn’s Xena</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/21028162.M_I_Rosegold”>M.I. Rosegold</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5349690113″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Vaugh Wolf had to grow up rather quickly. His parents were always busy so he was a surrogate parent to his sister, Veronica, and they are close. Vaugh is a very private person and seems like he doesn’t like women, however he just wants the right one…a certain one. Xena Myers is his little sister’s best friend and roommate. She’s been pining after Vaugh for a while and has naughty fantasies about the two of them. These two have a chance to let sparks fly when Xena gets invited to stay with the Wolf family for the weekend. How will Veronica take the news when she discovers that her best friend and her brother are dating?
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Sharing His Nanny by Tori Chase
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was fantastic! I couldn’t put it down; the interactions between Stella, Charles, Alex, and Jordan were electric. The story had a well written and realistic side that was then paired with an extremely sexy and racy side. The storyline was very sweet and then the added electric connections just made it hotter. The author did a wonderful job of balancing the sweet part of the story with the naughty parts, while still giving depth and heart to the characters. If you are looking for a book that will get your pulse racing and keep you entertained until the last page, this is the book for you!
Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
3 1/2 Stars! 🌟🌟🌟🌟
This is a new author to me and being intrigued by the cover, I decided to dive into this story of
Vaughn and Xena….and no doubt this has it fair share of loads of spice…….but also issues with family, trust, mental health, control, demands and betrayal…
Xena is in college and sharing a flat with her best friend, Veronica. Xena is smart and trying to achieve a law degree….while having these images in her head of Veronica’s brother, Vaughn. Xena knows that Vaughn is off limits, she cares for Ronnie like a sister, but one fateful day, Xena meets Vaughn and cannot get him out of her head.
Vaughn is a successful businessman and cares deeply for his sister, Veronica. Vaughn is the glue to keep the family together, or tries to for his sister’s sake. Veronica has these episodes of panic attacks and Vaughn is her savior when she needs him. Vaughn has had his eyes on Xena for a very long time though and knows so much…but tries to give off this hard facade that he does not want to be bothered. When Vaughn lets down his guard a bit…Xena is there and the spice is truly off the charts. Will the secret of Vaughn and Xena being together come out to Veronica and if so how would she feel about her brother and best friend being together?
This story is definitely a roller coaster …… lots of highs and lows and part of it went a bit in a direction I did not see coming and a bit puzzled with Veronica and Xena’s sister Aliza…..overall story was good and kept my interest to see what happens to Xena and Vaughn and want to read book 2 to find out what happens next.
Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I love spicy books and let me tell you, Vaughn’s Xena is SO spicy! I haven’t read anything by M.I. Rosegold before, but I am extremely pleased with my first book. I am also excited that this is the first in a series as well because I couldn’t get enough of Vaughn and Xena. Vaughn has a few kinks and he’ll never get to share them with the woman he loves because it’s his best friend’s little sister. Will their fates be intertwined or will Vaughn forever be settling for less than what he wants? I am counting down the days until the second book in this series is released. I highly recommend picking this up especially if you enjoy the spiciest of romances!
Reviewed by @shannlynn
Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Xena is best friends with Ronnie. She ends up staying at Ronnie’s mansion. Vaughn has been kind of a recluse concerning woman. He is also staying at Ronnie’s mansion. Soon they start acting on how they feel. But what you do in the dark always comes to light.
Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This story is a spicy adventure. It is also the first book in this series as well. We have our leading man Vaughn who is a bit damaged, and our leading woman Xena. Did I mention that Vaughn is her best friend’s brother?! If you like spicy romance, then this is for you! The chemistry was well written out and you could feel the emotions, the angst, the lust. I look forward to continuing this series.
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Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Vaughn’s Xena
By: M.I. Rosegold
This book is not for everyone. I truly enjoyed it though – it pushed me out of my comfort zone. It is a best friend’s brother romance. It features Xena and Vaughn. Vaughn is Xena’s best friend’s brother. She has had a crush on him forever. But she thinks he is not dating, in fact she thinks that he hates women. When she finds out that he feels the same way about her things get very steamy, in fact, smutty. I enjoyed reading about their relationship and the author writes in such a way that one can actually visualize what is happening in this story. Their relationship was incredibly complicated in more ways than one but I liked watching them navigate this.
Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is SPICY!!!! Oh my goodness, this book hit on every level I look for when reading erotica. It has the forbidden love interest, the secret that is being hidden, the burn between main characters, and the writing to keep you turning pages. This book is really well written that you get instantly caught up in the story and are swept away till the end of the book. It will leave you wanting more and more. The spice isn’t the only thing that will keep you turning the pages and fanning your face, there is an actual romance story in this book. Sometimes you get books that are all steam and spice with no depth but this book does not disappoint. There is an amazing romance and love story to add to the steam. By intertwining the love story with the amazing characters and the steam; the pace of this book is quick but it is good. Maybe it seemed quick because I couldn’t put it down.?. There doesn’t seem to be anything that is really not needed in the story and you are constantly getting all things that you need throughout the book. This is only possible with the amazing writing that the author has done. I highly recommend reading this book and I can’t wait for the next one in the series.
Reviewed by: @bbohls
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Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I will be completely honest and say that at the start of this book I struggled to fully immersed myself in the story. I think I just needed time to get use to this authors particular writing style. I am glad that I did stick with it and continue to read because I did end up wanting to see where the characters would end up and where lifes journey would take them. There is a definite twist at the end that I so did not see coming and leaves the reader wanting more.
Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars
Vaughn’s Xena (Dirty Rockhard Billionaire Book 1) by M.I. Rosegold
Vaughn’s Xena is the first book in the Dirty Rockhard Billionaire Series and is a Romance that once you start reading there’s no putting it down. This is a fairly new author to me and I’m definitely going to be looking into what other books they have written. The authors style of writing along with her creative characters that are relatable and fully developed yet raw at times makes for an amazing story. This is Vaughn and Xena’s story. Vaughn is the type of man who likes to be in control and he usually gets what he wants. He’s sexy and charming and is the owner of a chain of nightclubs. He has his eyes on one woman and that’s his little sisters best friend Xena. She is a fierce woman who has a dirty dark secret. Whew these two have serious hot chemistry between them. I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I can’t wait to read more from this Author.