I thought this was a really good book, Once I started reading it was hard to put down. Anne and Kate are twins and Liam and Niall are also twins.
Kate is a researcher by day, also has a secret identity as a romance author, also posses for a Billboard for Genosearch.
Liam is an attorney and he always wears suits, he is always trying to make all the money he can. His brother, Niall, doesn’t know about the debt his father left when he died and Niall was in Ireland studying for his dream career.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Phylis Carpenterhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngPhylis Carpenter2024-10-21 20:43:222024-10-23 07:49:54Masquerade (Choosing Family Series) by Jennifer Raines Reviewed by Phylis Carpenter October 2024
Having read a few books by this author before, I immediately grabbed this one when I came across it. This is marvelous as the first book in the Choosing Family series. The author weaves a delightful tapestry of romance, identity, and the complexities of family. We get to know Liam and Kate who both have their own secrets and find themselves working together in a professional setting. The author expertly crafts a narrative that combines humor with heartfelt moments.
The chemistry between Kate and Liam ignites a spark that is both steamy and authentic. The tension and attraction are captured beautifully, crafting a romance that feels earned rather than forced. What stands out to me is the author’s ability to balance lighthearted moments with poignant reflections on love, loss, and the masks we wear. The playful tone is reminiscent of contemporary rom-coms, while the deeper emotional threads give the narrative a substantial foundation. The supporting characters add richness to the plot, each contributing to the main characters’ journeys in meaningful ways.
This is definitely a charming read that offers a delightful escape, filled with laughter, romance, and a touch of intrigue. For fans of contemporary romances and rom-coms, this will make a perfect addition to your reading list.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shannen Kernhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShannen Kern2024-10-20 20:59:092024-10-23 07:26:01Masquerade (Choosing Family Series) by Jennifer Raines – Review by Shannen Kern
Liam and Kate are both identical twins and this their story. Kate is ms dowdy, ms billboard model and Ms sexy secret romance author. Liam is Mr suit – a work driven environmental lawyer. This novel contains just the right mix of the antics of twin swapping, environmental law, modelling, trust, awesome sex, misunderstandings, did I mention awesome sex, betrayal and love…. And of course the ultimate happy ending.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlenehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene2024-10-20 02:31:052024-10-23 07:16:54Masquerade (Choosing Family Series) by Jennifer Raines – Review by Charlene Pryke
An enjoyable and engaging contemporary romance. Liam Quinn needs to land a project in order to get a law partnership. However, the project requires confidentiality, so not the best timing for his estranged but identical twin to appear on a billboard. Meanwhile romance author Kate Turner writes under the pseudonym ‘Ms. Sexy Romance’, as her playwright father thinks romances are just trashy novels, whilst her ex-boyfriend referred to her writing as a ‘dirty little secret’. Kate’s identical twin encourages her to appear on a billboard proving that she can be both notorious and anonymous. In her day job Kate becomes Liam’s research assistant, but they can’t deny their mutual attraction. This heartwarming romance kept me happily turning the pages. I found Kate and Liam to be likeable and relatable characters. Their chemistry sizzled off the page and led to some steamy scenes.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Gordonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Gordon2024-10-11 16:33:252024-10-22 14:42:26Masquerade (Choosing Family Series) by Jennifer Raines – Review by Jennifer Gordon
Seeing two people who have been hurt and betrayed by the ones they have loved; grow and communicate and fall in love with each other is truly awesome to read. You get to witness both Kate and Liam grow together with their own personal conflicts as well with each other.
I found that this book for me gives insight and hope that trust and communication can go a long ways. I enjoyed this book a lot and can’t wait to see what happens in the next one with another character from this book. Thank you Jennifer!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Krystal Comptonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKrystal Compton2024-10-10 23:07:002024-10-22 14:52:20Masquerade (Choosing Family Series) by Jennifer Raines – Review by Krystal Compton
This was a cute fun story. Kate and Liam. There is a lot going on. Tons of secrets and both characters are hiding and protecting themselves. Which makes the relationship even more complicated. There really isn’t a dull moment in this story at all. This book was steamy, good hearted and a great rom com.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amber Howardhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmber Howard2024-10-10 07:10:262024-10-22 14:40:39Masquerade (Choosing Family Series) by Jennifer Raines – Review by Amber Howard
Masquerade is the first book in the Choosing Family series by Jennifer Raines. It is a fun contemporary romance/women’s fiction story with two sets of twins making for twice the trouble, secrets, chemistry, quirky characters, family, drama, angst, environmental messages, and finding love unexpectedly. Liam has a lot riding on the success of his next ‘project’, so it’s crucial that nothing goes wrong….. except that he has an identical twin brother who is making things difficult with his high-profile media presence. Add in past failures, and family drama, and Liam might just have bitten off more than he can chew. Kate has problems of her own to deal with. She takes a job as his research assistant as a ‘cover’ for her other ‘occupation’- as romance author. But her meddling twin may have coaxed her into an even more complicated situation. What happens when secrets are revealed? This is well worth the read to find out. Happy Reading…
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2024-10-10 05:36:032024-10-22 14:38:45Masquerade (Choosing Family Series Book #1) by Jennifer Raines – Review by Angela Hayes
This book shows the layers to people, like prejudging others before you get to know them.
This story is about 2 sets of twins and them swapping being one another for a reason (you’ll have to read to learn more). It’s very detailed and realistic to how these people perceive one another and then they learn more about why that person comes off that way and how they actually are.
Love the 2 main characters and their whole journey throughout. Researcher/writer and a lawyer working together and learning about one another along the way. Both main characters had been betrayed by past lovers and this story shows their struggle to learn to trust and let someone in. And loved that it included a sneak peek into the second book which the main character will be one of the characters from this book (I always love that in a series). Great read and loved how the story all played out.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Christina Sandershttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChristina Sanders2024-10-09 16:57:112024-10-22 14:26:05Masquerade (Choosing Family Series) by Jennifer Raines – Review by Christina Sanders
Liam Quinn and Kate Turner are both living double lives and both are part of a set of identical twins. Liam has an opportunity to make partner at his law firm but he must acquire a deal that requires confidentiality. That becomes hard when he discovers his estranged twins face is plastered on a lifesized billboard across the city. Making partner also requires him to return to practicing environmental law which brings haunting memories and heartbreak. Kate is a researcher but she moonlights as a romance author and she is about to be published. Her father is a well known playwright and despises the kind of novels she writes. Her ex-boyfriend made fun of her and then became her stalker. Her twin, well, she believes that Kate can be both well known yet anonymous and talks her into being on a billboard. These two get thrown together when Kate becomes Liam’s assistant. They come to spend a lot of time together and things start to heat up. Will they be able to put their pasts behind them and build a trusting, loving relationship?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlisa Wahtomy-Albahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlisa Wahtomy-Alba2024-10-08 23:09:482024-10-23 12:06:38Masquerade (Choosing Family Series) by Jennifer Raines – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba
4.5 stars Double the trouble is what you find in this wonderful women’s fiction story and contemporary romance. With two sets of identical twins what could go wrong? Jennifer Raines unique stories come to life with original and refreshing storylines. This is Kate and Liam’s compelling emotional journey. Secrets and lies hurt and these two are no strangers. The couple faces various challenges that they must overcome to be together as they learn to trust again and slowly begin to heal. Although Kate is living a double life research assistant by day, sexy romance author by night. Masquerade has a bit of everything from fear and angst, passion and compassion, love and loyalty and some humour and more will keep you glued to the pages. Jennifer gives just the right balance of humour and heart in this heartwarming tale of friendship, family, love and healing. Although I have read a few of her books I look forward to reding even more.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenni Bishophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenni Bishop2024-10-08 19:06:052024-10-22 14:30:07Masquerade (Choosing Family Series) by Jennifer Raines – Review by Jenni Bishop
When I read the description for this book I was intrigued by what the story would involve and knew I had to see what it had in store. I was immediately pulled into the story by the characters. They both had so much about them and I really enjoyed watching their connection develop. They had a really strong chemistry which was fantastic to read. The story itself was really good. The blurb was a little confusing so I was pleased to see that the story was actually well developed and clear. I enjoyed the way the story unfolded and I definitely became invested in what was happening. This is a great story and I am exciting to jump into the next one
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2024-10-08 15:28:582024-10-22 14:18:49Masquerade (Choosing Family Series) by Jennifer Raines – Review by Kerry Baker
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Masquerade by Jennifer Raines
