Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
What a talented author ! This is a unique storyline I’ve never seen before . I had a hard time liking these characters or their interactions together , but they were still well written . Moments of self reflection & character growth are always great to give depth . Love the instattraction !
Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book was good! This is one of the first books I’ve read by this author and I enjoyed it overall.
The main characters in this book were great. They had amazing chemistry and I enjoyed reading how their relationship developed through the story. I was rooting for them and their happily ever after.
I liked this authors writing style and I am looking forward to reading more by this author in the future!!
Happy Reading!
Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Mmmm! Yes, everything about this book. Super sexy hot boss, check! Ashton is trying to do better, get better. With her new job she is beginning to thrive. It may be due to the fact she is falling quickly into her new boss’ arms and he is her best friend’s brother. I absolutely loved this story. The writing, the plot, everything is perfect. Just the right spice for me too. Can’t wait for more from Alyndra Quinn.
Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the beginning of a series and the first book that I have read from this author. The way the book is described had me ready to sit down with a blanket and coffee to enjoy it. I was able to get into the story right away. The characters were amazingly written and had the growth that I love in stories. The author was able to descriptively write about the scenes and the characters to where I felt like I really understood them and was able to fully picture their surroundings. The spice level in this book I thought was decent. However, with the inclusion of BDSM, I really thought that the spice would be page melting and way more intense. This would be a great starting place for someone who is dipping their toes into reading BDSM. It shows some great things but doesn’t overwhelm the reader. I love the rediscovering that the main female character is doing. It really shows that no matter what you go through or where life takes you, you can alway go back to your roots. If you are looking for a book to take your mind off of things and it was a quick read. This book would be for you. If you are looking to get into the darker side of romance this would be a great way to dip your toes into the BDSM world. I can’t wait to read more from this author and continue this series.
Reviewed by: @bbohls
Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a well written story which is focused entirely on the two main characters. This is the first book that I have read by this author and I enjoyed getting familiar with their writing style. I didn’t necessarily connect with the story itself but I found the main characters interesting enough that it didn’t matter. I loved the connection between them. They had an undeniable chemistry that just seemed to work for them.
I thought this book was a great way to get a feel for this authors writing style. I showed what kind of work they produced and has definitely piqued my interest for further books. I am going to explore what else they have to offer, including any more in this series.
Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Ashton is a strong, Independent woman when she is in her job is formidable but there is a secret which is buried deep down and she is nervous to let lose, her submissive side. Ashton believed she had “retired” from the scene but when she decides to give Shattered Embrace a chance but will see get what she wants and who she wants??
Zach in his day to day job is the CEO of a major company, but he has a secret where he and his brother co-own a BDSM Club. Memberships are hard to come by and have a vigorous process until one application peaks his interest, so when he discovers its the new consultant they have hired he decides to give into the obvious chemistry they have but is she really the submissive he wants and requires?
This is the first book I have read by this author and lets say it won’t be the last. I loved the character of Ashton, all strong and determined in her day job but knows what she wants and is ready to take it if needs be. When you add into the mix of Zach’s character the chemistry just explodes off the page.
The way the story weaves and slowly opens up Ashton’s story is brilliant and the at time soft approach of Zach is beautiful to read. The secondary characters also add another layer to the story and hoping that some of them get there stories in the future.
Thank you for adding another book boyfriend to my list and hope to read more of the wonderful group of people in the future.
Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Hidden Mischief is the first book in the Shattered Embrace series. It honestly read like a debut novel, it might be, I haven’t read this author before, so pardon me if I’m wrong. I had a really hard time settling on a rating. I ended settling with a 3.5 and I know that seems like I didn’t like it but I did I just wasn’t enamored with it. I understood Ashton’s trauma and appreciated Zachary’s willingness to work through it with her, and help her explore herself more, and come to terms with what she likes for herself. Joining his club in search of a Dom/Sub relationship was just the very beginning. I liked them together too but everything happened so fast and I just feel like there’s so much more story to tell. I’d like to continue the series to get a better feel for the characters and see the authors writing talent grow.
Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book was not what I was expecting. It was pretty vanilla to me, however the heat between Ashton an Zach was quite steamy! If you are new to spicy books or BDSM then this is the perfect beginner book for you.
Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the first book in the Shattered Embrace series and I thoroughly enjoyed it. What I loved about this book is how deep the author goes with her characters and setting the scene instead of it being a few words and then action. The build up of the characters attraction and witnessing their interactions really brought them to life for me.
This is a dom/sub relationship and the author does a great job of giving the reader a complete and full understanding of what exactly that entail in an open and honest way.
Zachery is a strong Dom. He runs a club and well as other businesses. He is successful and has never wanted to settle down until he meets Ashton.
Ashton is a sub. She wants to joined Shattered Embrace to rediscover herself. What she doesn’t expect is that the man she is employed by as a consultant is the same man who holds the key to the door of the club she wanted to join.
The attraction is immediate but can they mix business and pleasure? What I love about Aston is that she isn’t a typical shy, meek sub. Even with her Dom she is sassy and says what she thinks which only intrigues Zachery even more?
Could Ashton be the one the finally make Zachery settle down? Will the chemistry between them be too much to handle? As the story progresses we learn much about the characters and just how perfectly matched they are.
I can’t wait to read the next book.
Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
This is an interesting story covering a lifestyle I really know nothing about. I am not a huge fan of BDSM books and was unaware this was one. In here we follow Ashton on a journey of self discovery. I think I learned as much as she did. Ha ha! She is surrounded by Doms unbeknownst to her. Each is learning how to deal with each other in this new role from her besties, old classmates and family.
This is an okay story but just not for me.
Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the first book in The Shattered Embrace series. This ended up being an overall good book, it was not what I was expecting, yet I enjoyed it. Great characters that seemed very real, Ashton is a strong independent career woman, and Zach is her boss. It is a spicy, best friends’ brother romance, opposites attract with intense chemistry. I say definitely give this book a try you might be as surprised as I was.
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/157375118-hidden-mischief” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Hidden Mischief (Shattered Embrace #1)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1684448473l/157375118._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/157375118-hidden-mischief”>Hidden Mischief</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/37003501.Alyndra_Quinn”>Alyndra Quinn</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6227603510″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
It has been a while since her husband passed away and Ashton is still trying to find herself. She has a side to her that rarely, if ever, gets to see the light of day. When she applies for a membership at the club Shatteres Embrace she didn’t expect to see Zachary there. Not only is he her best friends brother but her new boss. He should be off-limits but how can she turn down what he is offering? I enjoyed this book and the characters were likeable. The story flowed fairly well and was easy to read. I look forward to seeing what the next book in the series has to offer.
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Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
4 Stars
‘This is going to be such a long meeting. Time to pull it together. Fast. I have a job to do. And no time in my life for lusting over authoritative siblings of my friends.’
Hidden Mischief is the first book in the Shattered Embrace series by Alyndra Quinn. This also appears to be Ms. Quinn’s debut novel- so I was curious to see what lay between these covers. The blurb certainly engaged my curiosity to want to find out what lay under these covers- but as a debut novel, could Ms. Quinn deliver on the promises held in the blurb? Well, I am happy to say that she does indeed deliver a captivating story that held my attention the whole way through. There were a few minor issues that I popped up here and there- but nothing that detracted any from my overall enjoyment of the story.
We meet Ashton as she applies to join an exclusive BDSM club, Shattered Embrace, and there is definitely a bit of a mysteriousness about her. I immediately wanted to know her and find out what drew her to the club scene, and what happened in her past to make her feel she had to ‘retire’ from the scene. Add in the fact that her best friend, who is a Dom, didn’t know she was a sub- and I was pretty much hooked. Then Zachery enters the scene- and yep, he delivers all the Alpha-sexiness, so I am all-in! Chemistry sizzles and sparks ignite- which results in a slowwww-burn that gives off some intense heat. This story is made even more intriguing by the fact that Ashton doesn’t realise until it’s too late, that the CEO of the company she has just been hired to consult for, is also the head of the BDSM club she has just applied to….awkward much. And he’s also her best friend’s brother- ummmm, doubly awkward. So if you love Dom/sub stories, a little mysteriousness, sizzle, and great characters, then you will definitely want to get you hands on a copy of this book to explore.
This is a steamy, opposites attract contemporary romance with a best friend’s brother element, tension, palpable chemistry, banter, a BDSM club, Dom/sub dynamics, Alpha type male, protective MC, a strong independent yet submissive FMC, friendship, slow burn romance, spicey encounters, humour, secrets, emotion, drama, and intriguing developments- which made for an engrossing read.
I really wasn’t sure what to expect from this book to be honest, and I certainly didn’t expect to enjoy it as much as I did- but after reading this, I immediately added Ms. Quinn to my ‘must read’ author list – and I am excited to see what the rest of the series contains.
So, bring on Book #2!
Happy Reading…
Thank You, Alyndra Quinn!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
3.5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟
Hidden Mischief is the first book in the Shattered Embrace series and this is also a new author to me. I was looking forward to the story-line after reading the snyposis with BDSM/Best Friends Brother romance. While I did like the story and characters, I felt it was a bit drawn out more in the dialogue piece between Ashton and Zachary and parts a bit slow. I am intrigued to continue this series to see how Ashton and Zachary’s story does play out…..
Ashton is career oriented and driven, strong woman who has no problem with handing anything that comes her way when it comes to work. What is in the shadows is Ashton’s personal life. She longs to desire her submissive side that she has always kept at bay. When Ashton meets Zachary for the first time, the sparks are undeniable…..but Zachary is the owner of Shattered Embrace, his club. When Ashton applies for membership, Zachary is intrigue by Ashton as she is not very open to showing her vulnerable side that is more passive. Will Zachary bring out Ashton out of her shell and will he also see what fate has in store?
Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the first book I have read by this author and was excited to get stuck in because of reading the blurb.
Hidden Mischief is a sexy best friend’s brother romance where opposites attract.
It is a slow burn romance but does kick in. It’s a BDSM tale that takes you a little deeper than some of the other books out there. It takes us in to the world of a D/s relationship that is captivating and complex. It takes us into a world of some of the deepest desires.
Ashton is determined to explore her sexual side further. She is a contradiction in many ways. She is shy, a bit quiet, but also a little sassy and feisty and outspoken when she feels she needs to be.
Zac is sexy, dominant and a little possessive. All the girls want him, but he only wants her. I enjoyed the banter between them and his knowing how hard to push and take care of what is his and let there be no mistake she is his.
Some things were left off, but I am sure we will get to experience that in the next book that I am now eagerly awaiting.
Reviewed by @jennadb
Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Quite the intriguing tale. Ashton and Zachary shared every bit of their story with us. I feel like I knew every little detail including the BDSM dom/sub sex thing. As a story, it kept me engaged and wanting to follow it. The whole BDSM isn’t my angle but if this is your genre, this would be a story worth going for. The whole gang enveloped Ashton like she was one of them. She is very strong. I was quite surprised to learn she was a retired person from that arena. It’s a steamy romance with really good characters, a good story and worth your time to purchase and read. Just the descriptions of Ashton alone will make you drop your jaw and have a new book boyfriend.
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Alyndra is a lifelong lover of story, and thinks everyone needs a little more happily ever after in their lives. She’s always been a sucker for strong heroes and smart heroines. She writes contemporary romance with some heat and a whole lot of heart. She loves the 3 C’s – Cats, Coffee, and Chocolate. Someday she’s going to convince Mr. Quinn to live in a tropical place so she can SCUBA dive when not writing about her newest book boyfriend.
