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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Amanda Taylor

ShatteredShattered by Lisa Wood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shattered is the first book in the Rhodes Family series by Lisa Wood. I loved reading this book, its romantic with quite a bit of steamy scenes. The authors writing style made it an easy read that pulls you in from the first page. I loved reading about the characters Olivia and Gabriel. Olivia is running when her world is turned upside down and Gabriel is a playboy whose world changes when he meets Olivia. Can these two overcome everything to give their love a try? Will Olivia’s past come back to haunt her? Absolutely loved this book and could not put it down. Cannot wait for the second book in the series .

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Angela Shirley

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When you can have everything in the world due to privilege, but there is one thing you can’t buy Love.

Gabe Rhodes has lived his life in the high world, being a partner at the family firm. Not looking for relationships or marriage his has the reputation as a playboy, but all that will change with one interview.

Olivia is running away from her past. When she then gets to New York and interviews for a job with Gabe will she be able to resist the handsome man and will he discover her past which she is trying so hard to forget.

This story is full of lust, romance and excitement. I was frantically reading through this book to see what happens after ever turn of the page, the main characters are well developed and are a perfect combination to each and bounce off each other brilliantly. Gabe being the playboy and oldest in the family you expect him to be an idiot but his devotion to Livvie in the end is heartwarming. I can’t wait to read the next book in this installment and with five siblings you can imagine their is going to more in this wonderful series.

This is the first book I have read by this author and this book is a great introduction to this wonderful author and series. Bring on the next book / books.

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Heather Harmon

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Warning not for under 18!!! Such a great quick read! The author does a great job of mixing steamy, sexy, and emotions in this book page after page you can’t pull yourself away. She’s done a great job with character build-up as well as keeping a great flow throughout the story, Olivia is a great character who thinks she’s got everything in life setup. Gabriel’s a self-important type guy he doesn’t care for marriage or love for that matter. Boy meets Girl and the story gets steamy sexy and filled with emotions! this is a must-read! I can’t wait to read the rest of the series!!!

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by TaKeisha McCroskey

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was well written. The author did a great job portraying the characters and their personalities. It was fairly predictable. I have not read the second book in the series yet, but it would be worth checking out as well.

 

Reviewed @tmccroskey

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Karyn Taylor

ShatteredShattered by Lisa Wood
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Shattered is the first book that I have ever read by Lisa Wood but it certainly won’t be the last. Shattered is the first book in the Rhodes Family series. There are 6 Rhodes siblings, 4 male and 2 female and I’d love to think that this is just the start of a 6 book series.
This is quite a short book and I devoured it all in one sitting. The book was fast paced and the story continued to flow along so I just didn’t want to put the book down – so I didn’t!
In this book we get the story of Gabriel (Gabe) who is the eldest of the Rhodes siblings. Gabe is one of the senior partners at the family’s law firm and he is totally blown away when Olivia Cameron comes for an interview with him.
To say that there are sparks immediately is an understatement. The chemistry between Olivia and Gabe is smoking. Let’s just say that scenes between them are pretty hot and steamy. Lisa Wood surely knows how to get the blood pumping.
The only issue I have with this book is that it contains what I would regard as spoilers for the next book in the series but it certainly won’t stop me from reading the next book as I can’t wait to read Ava’s story as I get the impression that it’s going to be even more hot and steamy that Gabe and Olivia’s story which I loved.

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Jenni Bishop

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood is an erotica romance story and there is plenty going on with in this quick read, with drama and secrets, feelings and emotions. There is a lot of hot and steamy and oh so sexy romance. Lisa’s writing style makes it easy to read and pulls at you. The story is fast paced putting aside some editing issues. The characters were likeable and the chemistry between the two were intense from the moment they saw each other. The book was predictable at times but a good read non the less.

 

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Heather Lovelace

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Heed the description – this book is for mature readers only. Also not one you will want to read in public. Wood is a new author to me and although there is much to be cautioned of from an explicit standpoint there is also genuine emotion at the root with a strong storyline. I found this to be a quick read and one that I enjoyed.

Reviewed by @heatherlovelace
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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Kerry Carr

ShatteredShattered by Lisa Wood
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a very emotionally charged romance and I loved it. The characters were so well written that you couldn’t help experiencing their feelings at the same time.

Olivia was a successful lawyer who dreamed of marriage to her partner Dan but somethings aren’t meant to be and Olivia leaves Dan and her job. She puts a pin in a map to find her new location.

Gabe Rhodes is a powerful, wealthy lawyer who is interviewing for a Jr partner. As soon as his eyes land on Olivia he knows he has to have her. But with his past as a play boy can he win Olivias trust enough to let him in to her heart.
Olivia loves him and trusts him until something destroys that trust. Is their relationship beyond saving or can they both learn to love and trust again.

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Netania Lim

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My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This is a steamy romance. The plot was pretty straightforward and the story was smoothly written. Although I found it a bit predictable, I thought the premise of Olivia’s backstory was interesting. At first, Gabe seemed really entitled but overall the characters were likeable, if a bit lacking in depth. It was fast-paced and easy to read.

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Angela Hayes

ShatteredShattered by Lisa Wood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Shattered is the first book in the Rhodes Family series by Lisa Wood. This is an erotic office romance- with plenty of sizzle, secrets, drama, emotion, and some insta-love. Ms. Wood is a new-to-me author so I was curious to see what her story would be like. I did enjoy the story and will definitely be reading the rest of the series.
The book is quite short, which makes for a quick and easy read- but there were a few things that didn’t sit right with me. The story is told from multiple POV’s- which I thought was a little ‘over-kill’ for such a short story. I get where the author was coming from, and I appreciate the added perspectives, but I think it would have worked better if the story was slightly longer as it did feel a little rushed at times, feeling as if the author ‘bent’ the story to fit the smaller space which gave some of the scenes and situations a slightly contrived feel.
The series focuses on the Rhodes family siblings- there are six siblings (2 girls and 4 boys)- and this is the eldest, Gabriel Rhodes’ story. While there are only two books in the series, so far, I imagine that the series will progress further, with each sibling getting their own instalment- hopefully that means at least a 6 book series(?). But here is where I had a bit of an issue with this instalment- the story introduces us to Gabe’s siblings and gives us snippets and a bit of a snapshot into the life of one of his sister’s in particular- who I later discover is the subject of Book Two- now, there were some revelations in this story which I consider to be ‘spoilers’ for her story- so I was a little perplexed as to why include that in this book, especially since she has her own book. I know the author was probably laying the groundwork for that next book- but I think this could have been achieved without revealing so much. But that is just my personal opinion, and it didn’t detract from my overall enjoyment of this book. I will have to wait and see how knowing these little snippets will affect my reading of Book Two.
There were a few editing issues with wrong words and/or wrong spelling, as well as some grammar issues. But these were fairly minor and again, didn’t detract too much from my overall enjoyment of the story. They just ‘pulled’ me out of the story when I encountered them- and I honestly feel that this book could have been quite stellar, if it had just been a little longer, and with a little more attention to detail from the editor/proof-reader.
I really enjoyed meeting Gabe, Olivia- and the rest of this family- I found it easy to invest in them and the outcome of their story. I am quite intrigued by what the author has in store for us in future additions.

Thank you, Lisa Wood!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

ShatteredShattered by Lisa Wood
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Shattered is the first book in the Rhodes Family series. This is the first book I have read by this author, and I enjoyed it. I will warn, it is very R rated, and written for mature audiences. The book is a little too graphic for my liking, makes 50 Shades look like PG. But if I look beyond those scenes, the book had a good story line. I love that the female lead, Olivia, is a strong independent woman, and a rocking lawyer. Granted she is running from a failed relationship, but she is rocking her life. Gabriel is the male lead, and while he is arrogant, rich and a ladies man, he is also a pretty good guy. He is a family man, and goes above and beyond to take care of Olivia, even after just meeting her. I love the supporting characters as well, and look forward to seeing how book 2 plays out. There is some hints toward it’s plot at the end of this book. I loved the way the book was written, alternating point of views. While this is nothing new for romance books, seeing his and her views, this had a new approach I have never experienced. It has chapters for many of the characters, including Gabriel’s sister and parents. It added to the unfolding of the story and the emotions involved.

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Angelina Frazzini

ShatteredShattered by Lisa Wood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shattered by Lisa Wood is Book one of the Rhodes Family series. This book is not a standalone and the books in the series should be read in order.

Olivia never expected she’d be in the position she’s found herself in but now she’s starting over again in New York City. First on her list is to get a new job so she can survive. In walks Gabriel Rhodes. Olivia feels an instant attraction but she’s given up on men and she certainly can’t feel anything for the man interviewing her for a job. Gabriel sees Olivia and knows he will do anything to keep her close. She is definitely skilled enough for the job and he’s throwing in some extra perks to make sure she says yes. Will Gabriel be able to act on his attraction to Olivia or will she stand firm on her no more men decision?

I enjoyed this book! It was a good read and I couldn’t put it down. I read it in one sitting!
I am looking forward to reading book two!

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Robin Rankin

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood

If your looking a hot romance but don’t have a lot of time to sit and read this is the book for you to try.

Olivia made me want to shake her a few times. She was so set that she refused to look at the other side or let anyone explain. I know she got burned but to take that strong of a stance I felt was a bit extreme.

Gabriel, oh Gabriel. He’s hot, successful and a man. He decided he knew best and boy did that blow up.

The chemistry between Olivia and Gabriel was intense from the moment they met and only got hotter from there.

I enjoyed this book, already have the next one ready to go in my Kindle.

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shattered by Lisa Wood is my first book by this author and by what I just read, this won’t be my last. The Rhodes name can get you almost anything you want in New York, but Gabriel Rhodes is going to have to work hard to get the one thing he never wanted.

Gabe is your typical “Playboy” but when Olivia Cameron comes to interview at his family’s law firm he will do just about anything to get her to take the job, even spend over half a million dollars on her. But with secrets comes someone else telling the truth.

This fast-paced sexy office romance was so much more then I thought it was going to be. I loved everything about this couple and the Rhodes family. I so need to know more about that other office romance no one is talking about.

Reviewed by @jbruno26
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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Kerry Baker

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shattered by Lisa Woods is the first book in the Rhodes Family series. This is a great start to this series as it introduces you to the family and to the authors way of writing. I enjoyed reading about the characters of Gabe and Olivia. You could tell they had a strong connection between them which drew me in to their story.
I liked the way the author wrote about them too. It didn’t feel like your typical romance story it actually felt like that was a deeper story happening. I became invested in the characters and I enjoyed the secondary characters introduced, especially those we might get to read about in future books.
This is overall a great book and a strong way to start a new series. I am looking forward to what else is to come.

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Liz Vrchota

ShatteredShattered by Lisa Wood
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a nice and well steamy surprise! I wanted to see what the story was all about the moment I set my eyes on the cover and I was not disappointed that it lived up to the picture and portrayal. Lisa Wood is a new author to me as well so I am excited to see what else she may have in store while waiting for the next book in this series.

This book sucks you in from the first chapter and I loved how the characters became so real. Olivia and Gabriel will make you wanna turn the fan off and pour a cold glass of water while you read the enticing story of how they find the futures they both so desire. I loved the push and pull these two had, it flowed well and wasn’t ever that too much or too unrealistic so I was invested and wanted these two to find a happily ever after. I most certainly cannot wait to get my hands on the next book in the Rhodes Family series and see who we will get to fall in love with there.

Review by @lizaileen
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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Michelle Mulvey

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Shattered is probably one of my favorite books I’ve read in the last few months. I absolutely love when a guy is so crazy over a girl in a book and it is so out of character for them.
This book gave the reader everything they could ever want. There was the the playboy who can have any girl he wants, then there’s initial attraction with someone there shouldn’t be.
I loved the characters and the storyline had me hooked from the very beginning.
Everyone has secrets. Olivia has had a rough time leading up to her arrival in NYC. Her and Gabe meet at an interview for a job where he will essentially be her boss. He has a few secrets that everyone tells him to tell Olivia about but ofcourse he doesn’t. What will happen when the truth comes out. Will she be able to forgive me? Will he even have a chance to tell her why he did what he did? Such a great read. Loved it and cannot wait for more!

Review by @xchellex

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Lisa Helmick

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this story for the most part. The actual story and the character were very good. I didn’t care for the sexy times. It just seemed like the wording didn’t fit in with the characters. I could feel the connection between the two characters so it wasn’t that. Anyway the story easily kept my interest. I wish there was more office/lawyer times instead of all of it after work. Each of the characters is likable in their own right but when they come together it’s a delight.

I really liked Gabe. He seemed so perplexed with Olivia and his feelings. He tries so hard for her. It’s great. His nervousness and dates are lovely. On secondary characters I absolutely love his family! The advice and the support are phenomenal!

Overall it’s a good read. It’s filled with some fun and some not so fun times. Delightful characters that are as sweet as they are sinful. I look forward to more from this author.

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Piper Foster

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Shattered starts with a bang. Olivia Cameron moving for a fresh start when she meets Gabriel. I was hooked from the start this book gives you the feel good feeling. Been hurt before cwn Olivia trust Gabe. This is one of my favourite after reading Erotica and Romance books. I highly recommend this book

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Chantelle Smith

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Just wow! This book was everything and more! This is book 1 in the Rhodes Family Series By Lisa Wood, this is my first read from this author and it will definitely not be my last.

From the moment I started this read, I was compelled until the very end and didn’t want to put it down. This book had twists and turns throughout that really have you on the edge of your seat, wondering what can happen next.

Would Olivia be able to put her past behind and take on a new future? Will Gabriel be able to change his ways in order to be the best he can be for the future!

I absolutely loved following Olivia and Gabriel’s story, they have a connection and intense chemistry right from the start and I loved watching it develop further! This read is romantic, steamy has swoon-worthy moments and you can’t help but absolutely love these incredible characters this author has created!

I absolutely loved this read and I can’t wait to read more from this series and author, I can’t wait for more!

Reviewed By @tillytillzz

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Star
Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood

Shattered: is the first book in Rhodes Family series by Lisa Wood. Going in I thought this was going to be your typical steamy romance where boss gets new girl, but what I got was a thousand percent better. From the first page to the last I couldn’t put it down. There are twists and turns I honestly didn’t see coming. This is Olivia and Gabriel’s story. She thought she had everything, good job , boyfriend until she realizes she doesn’t . He is a player who doesn’t date and he doesn’t sleep with same woman twice. That is until he sees her. Everything changes, these had instant sparks. Problem is she has swore off men for good. Can he get her to change her mind ? What does the future look like for these two? Find out what happens next in this must read. I can’t wait to read more from this author.

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Meg Tyrrell

ShatteredShattered by Lisa Wood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is my first book by Lisa Wood. It was a love story starring Olivia and Gabe. Olivia has had men trouble and finds running from the situation is her way to deal. Gabe is a top lawyer in NY. She ends up working with his firm as romantic feelings begin, she needs to decide if Gabe is someone she can trust or if she’ll be back where she was before NY- Shattered. All the characters are well developed and well written. I’m interested to see what the next book brings. There were a few more editing mistakes than I felt should have been but it was a good story.

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Carrie Reed

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 stars!

What a sweet story! This book made me feel so much and I was so heartbroken for Olivia. The way she was treated with her last relationship was just terrible. I had a feeling she would meet a guy that would change her outlook love and then screw her over and that is exactly what happened. Although the book was predictable at times I was still thrown for a loop when all the drama started going down with what happens to Gabe. Overall a sweet and sexy romance and a playboy who turns his life around. It was nice to see Gabe’s whole family rallying around Olivia and falling in love with her as much as Gave was. I love a good epilogue and this one did not disappoint me. I am truly looking forward to reading the story of Ava and her men!!

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Rosanna Ingram

ShatteredShattered by Lisa Wood
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Olivia thought she had found the man she was going to marry and spend the rest of her life with…only to find out that he wasn’t the man she thought he was. She packs up her life and moves to New York. There, she interviews at a law firm where she meets Gabe, who is a partner at the firm.
Gabe is a playboy who doesn’t do relationships. When he meets Olivia as he is interviewing for a new junior partner. Wanting to find a way to keep Olivia around, he takes steps unheard of at the firm to make sure she chooses to work for him.
As their relationship develops, an underlying secret threatens to crumble their foundation at any moment. When that secret comes to light, the series of events that happens puts their real feelings into perspective.
The characters in this book were easy to love. The entire Rhodes family is full of great characters. Olivia is guarded due to her past and it keeps her from opening her heart up completely. I was rooting for her and Gabe to make it work. I am also interested in the other family members and hope to read about them in the future.

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Laura Furuta

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1
By Lisa Wood
5 out of 5 stars

I loved reading the book Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood. It is a story that is romantic and steamy. It had the temperature in the room rising. I loved reading about the characters of Olivia and Gabriel. Olivia is a woman who is intelligent and beautiful. She is also a woman who has left her old life behind. That includes everything that came with it. Then she meets Gabriel. Gabriel is a man who is handsome, charming, and knows how women react to him. He is not the settling down with one-woman type. Then he meets Olivia. There is intense chemistry and attraction between Olivia and Gabriel. Read this book to find out their story. This is a wonderful story that had me hooked from the very beginning. I found myself reading it all in one sitting. I just had to know what happens between Gabriel and Olivia. I grew to care about them with each chapter that I read. The other additional characters introduced are wonderful to read about as well. This is a story that has swoon-worthy scenes. Don’t miss out on an exciting and entertaining book to read. I highly recommend reading it.

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Bobbi Wagner

 

 

This is my first book by this author which I enjoyed from beginning to end.  I look forward to reading more from her in the future.  This is a well written story that has characters that brought the story to life.  I was pulled in right from the beginning and I found it easy to read.  It is a shorter story that is fast paced and kept me turning pages.  I had no problems connecting with the great characters.  This is Olivia and Gabriel’s story.  She thought she had everything in life until she realized how wrong she was.  He simply does not believe in marriage or romance until she walks into his life.  Will he change his thinking?  What does fate have in store for these two?  This made a hot-steamy read for a rainy afternoon.  I highly recommend this book.

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Olivia thinks her life is set. She was wrong. Now she’s running from everything she thought she knew.

Gabriel is as arrogant as they come. Love & marriage are simply not in his vocabulary. Then he sees her and life is forever changed.

This the first in the Rhodes family series. Books should be read in order.

This is a HEA story with no cliffhangers.

Due to explicit language and content, this book is for readers 18+.

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Lisa Wood was born in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada. Although she has been writing in one form or fashion for 35 years, she has only recently decided to publish. She writes romance novellas, specifically, erotica, because the perfect man has to exist somewhere! Some of her books also have a BDSM element – Don’t worry, they’re all labelled as such. When she’s not writing eroticas, she’s reading them! She has two kids, both grown, and a granddaughter.

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