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Set In Stone (The Stone Series Volume 3) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Jenique Bornman

Set In Stone (The Stone Series #3)Set In Stone by Dakota Willink
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Just when you think an Author is heading one way BAM she surprises you with an epic twist in a story that you thought you knew everything about. These characters had to work their asses of to reach their HEA
Dakota Willink did a superb job with wrapping up this amazing trilogy.
In the end I’ve grown to like the female narrator more.

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Stepping Stone (The Stone Series Volume 2) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Jenique Bornman

Stepping Stone (The Stone Series, #2)Stepping Stone by Dakota Willink
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love it when a sequel is just as good or even better than the first.
After the exciting end of the first book I just had to jump into the second book and I’m really happy to say that I love it more than the first.
the characters have definitely grown from the first book and their relationship is soooooo complicated but in a good way.
Well done Dakota!!!
The narrator has grown on me from the first.

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Stepping Stone (The Stone Series Volume 2) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Heather Lovelace

Four stars

I’m so glad I’ve found this author and series. Seriously addictive. I want to know how the story will continue. Just a great book made that much richer through excellent narration. Loved it.

Set In Stone (The Stone Series Volume 3) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Heather Lovelace

Four stars

I thoroughly enjoy Willink’s writing and the narration takes it to a wonderful new level. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed this series and look forward to reading and listening to more. Wonderful.

Set In Stone (The Stone Series Volume 3) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

I continue to love this story between Krystina and Alex!! Their love for each other makes me melt. This is the 3rd installment of this series and I highly recommend starting from the beginning. Krystina and Alex have moved to the next step of their relationship, but when secrets are discovered will their relationship survive? I continue to love Krystina’s character, she is strong and bold and I love that in a female lead. There is definitely mystery in this book too…. And I was very surprised!!! I loved this story and trilogy…and I absolutely LOVED the characters that Author Dakota Willink developed! Kudos!!!!🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Set In Stone (The Stone Series Volume 3) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Alexandria Richard

4/5 Stars

The stunning conclusion to the Stone trilogy which had me anxiously listening for what happened next. 

The Stone series comes to a close, with all of the mysteries answered and the bond between Alexander and Krystina tested in numerous ways. 

I loved listening to Krys standing up for herself and her needs, and pushing Alex to talk to her instead of controlling everything in their life. Alex may still be the Dom in the bedroom, but to make the relationship work her needs to give up trying to completely control Krys’ life. We experience the push and pull of love and a long term relationship with the BDSM lifestyle. 

While I understood and appreciated the dramatic aspect that Justine’s storyline brought, I thought she was selfish and caused more turmoil for Alexander and thereby Krys. I don’t think I’ve ever viewed her as a “good sister” to Alex. I did thoroughly enjoy reading more about Allie, Matteo, and Hale, and seeing how their lives were changing in the background to Alex and Krys’ story. 

Wonderful conclusion to the series.

Set In Stone (The Stone Series Volume 3) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Kerry Baker

Set In Stone Audio book by Dakota Willink is the third book in The Stone series. For me I think this is the book that has had the strongest story line out of the three of them. It felt like we got to see a little deeper into the characters and their stories. However this is also the book where I became a bit more frustrated with them. At times I felt like I wanted to shout at them because of what they were doing or saying, which shows just how invested I was in them.

This has been a great conclusion to this series – one that I didn’t realise I even wanted until I started listening to it. My only criticism throughout the whole thing is that I wished sometimes the story didn’t rely so heavily on sexual aspect of it as I thought the storylines themselves were strong enough without it. However they have all been enjoyable and I would certainly recommend them.

Set In Stone (The Stone Series Volume 3) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Sunday Barnaby

Set in Stone by Dakota Willink 

Narrated by Lacy Laurel and Jeffrey Kafer 

Five Stars

 

Set In Stone is the third book in The Stone Series: A Billionaire Romance by Dakota Willink. What a great ending to an action filled story. The mystery and suspense was a good mix with the romantic chemistry. Alexander and Krystina’s story continues in this book. Alexander’s secrets are about to be exposed, and Krystina is trying to stop the fallout. I loved this whole series and look forward to listening to more books by Dakota Willink. 

The narration was done by Lacy Laurel and Jeffrey Kafer for the whole series. They did a wonderful job bringing the characters to life. Their voices melded great together and it was a pleasure to listen to.

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Set In Stone (The Stone Series Volume 3) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

5 Stars
Set In Stone (The Stone Series Volume 3) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink

Set in Stone is the third book in The Stone Series by Dakota Willink. I have truly enjoyed listening to this series and the narrators do a wonderful job of bringing the characters to live. This is by far my favorite of this serie@ and I highly recommend reading/listening to this whole series if you haven’t started it yet. I found myself lost in the voices of the narrator and wanted more. I was on the edge of my seat in some parts and at some my heart was breaking. Alexander and Krystina are back in the conclusion of their story and what a ride its been. I couldn’t wait to get my hands on this and start listening right away. These two are yet again faced with decisions that could destroy what they have worked hard to build. When the past that was hidden comes back and threatens to destroy his life decisions are made. These will either save them or destroy them. Can she trust Alexander? Find out what happens next in this absolute must listen/read. I’m sad this series is done but I look forward to reading /listening to more from this Author.

Stepping Stone (The Stone Series Volume 2) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Alexandria Richard

4/5 Stars

Sometimes there’s series where you just can’t fully get into book 1, but book 2 blows you out of the water. This is the case for me with Stepping Stone, book 2 in the Stone series.

We pick up where Set In Stone left off, with Krys and Alex exploring how much of themselves they want to give to the other, while staying within the bounds of their “agreement.” I liked the push and pull that each MC went through to determine what they were feeling and determining how to express that to the other.

We get to hear how the relationship, as well as Alex and Krys, grow; from opening oneself up, to new roles, we see the strength of each character, as well as their weaknesses and their drive to overcome them. The sexual aspect in this book is more romantic than in the first book, while not losing the BDSM.

I also enjoyed getting to know more of the side characters, such as Hale and Justine.

Alex and Krys are tested as they haven’t been before. Will they come out hard as stone or crumble under the pressure?

I continue to enjoy Lacy Laurel and Jeffrey Kafer as the narrators for this series. I thought both did a great job.

Set In Stone (The Stone Series Volume 3) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Bobbi Wagner

This is the third book and my third audio by this author.  I couldn’t wait to listen to it.  I loved the previous two audiobooks which I would highly suggest before this one to help enhance your enjoyment of this series.  I loved being pulled into the story of Alexander and Krystina by the narrator’s voice from the beginning.  This is their conclusion to their story which I will miss but I can’t wait to see what this author has for us next.  Their story is one of heart, secrets and an attraction like no other.  Krystina is faced with a decision that will either make Alexander’s life come tumbling down or save his life.  What will she do?  I highly recommend this audio and this series.  You don’t want to miss Alexander and Krystina’s story.

Set In Stone (The Stone Series Volume 3) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Betsy Melano

Set in Stone by Dakota Willink is the 3rd book in The Stone Series. I love the the story and the characters are well written. Both Alexander and Krystina seem to have it all but we find out that things aren’t quite right between them. Both of them are hiding some secrets from their past. Will the secrets destroy their relationship or will they work through it? The story has romance, suspense, a bit of intrigue, and some steamy scenes. The most unfortunate part for me is that I did not read the first two books in this series. It took me a little while to get a feel for Alexander and Krystina’s relationship but overall I really enjoyed the book. I will be checking out the fist two books very soon!

Lacy Laurel and Jeffrey Kafer are the narrators of this audio book. They both did a wonderful job keeping the different characters easy to recognize and understand. The book is written so we are treated to both Alexander and Krystina’s side of the story. The wonderful narration made this book extra a special!

Stepping Stone (The Stone Series Volume 2) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by May Leadstone

The scenes are never dull or boring with Krystina and Alexander! I find myself hoping the story hurries up to the next little steamy nugget! Krystina is trying to stay independent and show she doesn’t need anything, but I think everyone needs to be able to have someone to lean on…and, let’s face it, it doesn’t hurt that it happens to be a billionaire! Krystina is my favorite persona by far in this genre, granted there are many to explore, but right now she is at the top of my list! The story was good overall, but I feel like the pace of this book was way faster than the previous one, and I found myself trying to not think about how fast it was and just enjoy the story. Again the narrators are a bit monotoned and put inflections/stresses on words or sentences that don’t need it, but I was better prepared for that this time. Otherwise, this book was a great “Stepping Stone” away from reality for a little bit!

Stepping Stone (The Stone Series Volume 2) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Paula R Sayers

Stepping Stone by Dakota Willink is a sexy read. Alexander is a billionaire who is a dominant to Krystina. Alexander worries that he will be like his father. Krystina has been damaged but opens herself up to Alexander. The past shows up to try to destroy them both. Are they strong enough to survive?

Heart of Stone (The Stone Series Volume 1) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Jenique Bornman

Heart of Stone (The Stone Series #1)Heart of Stone by Dakota Willink
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I definitely got some Fifty Shades of Gray vibes from this book. BUT it is also different Kristina is a much more complex character with some depth and layers.
Alexander is yummmmm with a capital YUM.

What I loved most about this is that Kristina isn’t the sweet innocent character you would expect, she also has a complicated past.

My only critique is that I struggled with the female narrator’s voice when she did the other characters. But it doesn’t take anything away from the story.

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Heart of Stone (The Stone Series Volume 1) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

5 Stars
Heart of Stone (The Stone Series Volume 1) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink

I absolutely loved listening to this book the narrator did an amazing job bringing the story and characters to life. I found myself so caught up in the story I didn’t get much else done. This is a Erotica Romance that once you jump in theres no stopping. Alexander Stone is a Real Estate Tycoon who is in control of all things especially women. Krystina Cole is a marketing grad and holy cow she is a firecracker and I instantly loved her. She’s fierce and he attitude watch out. . .You guys I don’t want to give up to much juicy details other than These two is fire! I highly recommend reading/listening to this book you wont be disappointed I sure wasn’t. I can’t wait to read/listen to more from this Author and narrator.

Heart of Stone (The Stone Series Volume 1) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Alexandria Richard

3 of 5 stars.

This audiobook was just okay for me. There were some things I enjoyed and some I flat out didn’t. 3 stars because it kept me entertained, and the beginning and end were enough to have me seeking out book 2.

I enjoyed the first few hours of the audiobook, being introduced to recent college graduate Krystina “Kris” Cole, and her (literally) falling for Alexander Stone, a Billionaire who was interested in buying the property housing Krystina’s job, Wally’s supermarket. I also enjoyed the last two hours of the audiobook, hearing Krystina opening herself up and accepting more of the relationship, and trusting Alexander, until it all went to hell (of course). The sex scenes, the few there were, were hot and sensual.

I found Alex to be a tough Protagonist/love interest to like. He may be written as a Dom but I didn’t feel that he was actually supporting Kris in discovering the BDSM lifestyle and “training her” as a sub. His internal monologue stated numerous times that the Dom/sub relationship didn’t work without trust and honesty, yet he withheld so much from Kris so that the relationship already faced an uphill battle.

I thoroughly enjoyed the narrators for this audiobook. I thought both Lacy Laurel and Jeffrey Kafer did a wonderful job.

This is book one in a series, so beware the cliffhanger. It was enough to keep me reading the series though, and as of about 25% in, I enjoy 2 a whole lot more than 1.

Trigger warning for survivors of sexual and/or physical abuse.

If you do not enjoy books about BDSM then this book/series flat out isn’t for you.

Heart of Stone (The Stone Series Volume 1) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Bobbi Wagner

I loved this audiobook. It was a fun and entertaining story to listen to. The narrator brought the characters to life which made the story easy to listen to. This is my first audible story by this author, I can’t wait to listen to more from this series. This is the first book in this series and what a first book it was. The characters are strong and connectable. I enjoyed listening to Krystina and Alexander’s story. Their growth and chemistry are off the charts. Krystina was great without having a man by her side until she fell and he picked her up. She didn’t expect to look up and see him helping her up. What happens from here you will have to listen to the audio to find out. What will fate have in store for them? I highly recommend this audiobook.

Stepping Stone (The Stone Series Volume 2) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Sunday Barnaby

Stepping Stone by Dakota Willink

Narrated by Lacy Laurel and Jeffrey Kafer

Five Stars

 

Stepping Stone is the second book in the Stone Series: A Billionaire Romance by Dakota Willink. I have to say I think this book was even better than the first. The character growth and the continuing story had me on my listening late into the night. You really need to read this series in order to get the full effect. Krystine and Alexander continue to feel out their relationship. They have amazing chemistry and witty dialogue. I’m really looking forward to listening to the next book in the series.

This book was narrated by Lacy Laurel and Jeffrey Kafer, same as the first book. They do a wonderful job with the narration, bringing the characters to life. The voices are smooth and easy to listen to.

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Heart of Stone (The Stone Series Volume 1) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by May Leadstone

A whirlwind romance with a dark side is how I would classify Alex and Krystina’s story! I found this story to be a very enjoyable and delicious read! Though this story is very reflective of others in this genre, I find Krystina’s story more inviting and relatable than previous reads of mine in this category. Her reactions and thoughts throughout the story are the way I might have reacted if it was me in this situation. In most other books I have read, the woman always seems to be “weaker” or “damsel in distress” and this was nice to have someone who is trying to do better than that! Who DOESN’T WANT THAT! Thank you Ms. Willink! The only real issue I had was the way the narrators performed the story! I wanted them to be more expressive than monotoned as well as their emphasis/inflection at places it didn’t sound right to have it. Sometimes they would find the right place other times not..it was hard to get past. I gave it 3 stars as it was something I got used to it and I wanted to satisfy my curiosity about what happened at the end of the novel!! I am looking forward to the next volume!

Set In Stone (The Stone Series Volume 3) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink

~ ♥ ~ ♥ ~ ♥ ~ ♥ ~ AUDIO BOOK SPOTLIGHT SHOWCASE ~ ♥ ~ ♥ ~ ♥ ~ ♥ ~
Set In Stone (The Stone Series Volume 3) by Dakota Willink
Genre: Contemporary Romance, Billionaire Romance, Romantic
Suspense
Listening Length – 9 hours and 27 minutes
Narrated by: Lacy Laurel, Jeffrey Kafer
Two declarations of love. And a past that won’t set them free.
Alexander had rules. Krystina broke them. Together, they learned the hard way that life was too short to play the game. Choosing to not leave their relationship to Fate, they fell completely and irrevocably into one another. As two shattered souls, wrapped in each other’s arms, it was as if the world and all its troubles did not exist.
However, committing to love each other was only the beginning. Caught up in their blazing desire, they unexpectedly find themselves facing the shadows of the past once again. Just when Krystina thought she knew the man she committed to, more questions arise, causing her to wonder if Alexander is who he says he is. It should have been one of the happiest times in their lives, but the darkness still loomed, threatening everything they fought so hard to overcome.
Now Krystina is faced with a terrible decision: go against Alexander in order to save him or sit idly by and watch as his world shatters around him. For her greatest battle was the very thing their relationship was founded upon. Trust.
The heart-wrenching and seductive story of Alexander and Krystina concludes with Set In Stone, the powerfully moving finale to The Stone Series.

~ AMAZON ~

Dakota Willink is an Amazon Top 100 Bestselling Author. She loves writing about damaged heroes who fall in love with sassy and independent females. Her books are character-driven, emotional, and sexy, yet written with a flare that keeps them real. With six published titles, a magazine publication, and the Leave Me Breathless World under her belt, Dakota’s imagination is constantly spinning new ideas.

The Stone Series is Dakota’s first published book series. It has been recognized for various awards, including the Readers’ Favorite 2017 Gold Medal in Romance, and has since been translated into multiple languages internationally. The Cadence duet was a finalist in the HEAR Now Festival Independent Audiobook Awards. In addition, Dakota has written under the alternate pen name, Marie Christy. Under this name, she has written and published a children’s book for charity titled, And I Smile. Also writing as Marie Christy, she was a contributor to the Blunder Woman Productions project, Nevertheless We Persisted: Me Too, a 2019 Audie Award Finalist and Earphones Awards Winner. This project inspired Dakota to write The Sound of Silence, a dark romantic suspense novel.

Dakota often says she survived her first publishing with coffee and wine. She’s an unabashed Star Wars fanatic and still dreams of one day getting her letter from Hogwarts. She enjoys spending time with her super-supportive husband, her two witty teenagers, her spoiled rotten dogs, and her chubby cat. During the summer months, she can often be found taking pictures of random things or soaking up the sun on the Great Lakes with her family.

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Heart of Stone (The Stone Series Volume 1) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

Krystina Cole is working to make ends meet at her local grocery store. She has been trying to find a job to put her marketing degree to use, but isn’t having any luck. When she meets Alexander Stone after a mishap it seems she may have found the man of her dreams. He is the first man that has caused any kind of desire to rise up inside of her after two years of being not only single, but celibate. After having her heart crushed by her college boyfriend she has sworn off men thinking that they are all the same, jerks. Will she be willing to open her heart again and give Alexander a chance?

Alexander Stone is a millionaire real estate tycoon who has his mind set on having Krystina for his own. After their chance meeting he sets out to make her his submissive, but that may be harder than he imagined. Not only is she a strong willed and confident woman, she is also feisty and not afraid to tell him exactly what she thinks. Will he be able to get her to submit to him the way he wants her to or will he be the one to submit to her?

Heart of Stone (The Stone Series Volume 1) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Heather Lovelace

Four stars

I really enjoy this author’s writing style and listening to the work takes it to a whole new level. Between the great storytelling to the talented narration, I really enjoyed the development of the characters and the story progression. Just extremely well written and well performed. I can’t wait to read/listen to more in the series.

Stepping Stone (The Stone Series Volume 2) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

This is a great continuation of this series no doubt. The love and passion between Alexander and Krystina is undeniable. Alexander gives into Krystina more and takes the next step into who his family is and why he is what he is today. I love getting to know the characters even more as the story continues. I really enjoyed the story and looking forward to the next audiobook

Stepping Stone (The Stone Series Volume 2) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Kerry Baker

Stepping Stone Audio Book by Dakota Willink is he second book the Stone Series. This is a direct continuation from book one so I would recommend listening to them in order. I thought this book was definitely better than the first – it felt like there a bit more to the story and I felt the connection to the characters a little more. Although I still found them to be flawed I could relate to them better and understood a little more why they acted in certain ways.

The author really did get a good balance in the story. I liked that it focused more on character development this time round and I though it made the pace of the book just right.

The narrators have done a good job of becoming the characters they were reading about. You could feel the switch between the two and they blended well. This is a good series and one that I have enjoyed.

Stepping Stone (The Stone Series Volume 2) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Heidi Schoolman

This is the second book in The Stone Series.  This an audio book and is just under 8 hours listening time.  This story continues with Alexander and Kyrstina.  Krystina has issues from a past experience and Alexander is harboring secrets.  He knows that if he wants to win her back, he is going to have to tell her everything about his past. The sizzle between these two is something that cannot be ignored.  I simply cannot wait for the third book!

Heart of Stone (The Stone Series Volume 1) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

This audiobook is so intense…no doubt many hot moments as well. When Alexander bumps into Krystina there are sparks no doubt. This story not only has intense, hot moments but there is definite past traumatic times for both Alexander and Krystina. The dominate side of Alexander is hot! At first I was a bit annoyed at Krystina’s character. I found her a little bratty and immature even though she is a very strong and independent woman. I change my thought on that by the end of the story and you find out why. I see why she didn’t want to lose herself or her independence. Great audio and looking forward to finding out what happens in the next book.

Heart of Stone (The Stone Series Volume 1) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Sunday Barnaby

Heart of Stone: The Stone Series by Dakota Willink

Narrated by Lacy Laurel and Jeffrey Kafer

Five Stars

 

Heart of Stone is the first book in the Stone Series: A Billionaire Romance by Dakota Willink. This book hooked me from the beginning and I listened to the whole book in one day. I love that I had a good book to listen to on my day off. Alexander and Krystina are total opposites, but so good together. As they spend time learning the differences in their lifestyles, their chemistry explodes. I can’t wait to listen to the next book in this series. 

The narrators Lacy Laurel and Jeffery Kafer are both new to me. I really enjoyed how they brought the characters to life. Their voices are well matched and easy to listen to. I’m looking forward to listening to more by the .

Review by @sunbarn

Stepping Stone (The Stone Series Volume 2) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Bobbi Wagner

This is the second book/audio in this series.  I loved listening to this audiobook.  It certainly made my ride to work interesting.  I highly suggest listening to the first audio before this one to help your enjoyment of this series.  I enjoyed the narrator’s voice and how they were able to bring the story to life.  It is a voice that is easy, fun and entertaining to listen to.  I am so happy I picked up the second audio in this series.  This is a story Krystina and Alexander’s story continues in this audio.  The growth and chemistry is off the charts.  They truly are great characters that I fell in love with and they just make the story for me.  I highly recommend this audio and this author.  You won’t regret picking it for sure.  Loved it!

Heart of Stone (The Stone Series Volume 1) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Heidi Schoolman

This is the first book in The Stone Series.  This is an audio book and is just under 14 hours.  This story follows Krystina, a woman haunted by her past, and Alexander, a billionaire.  They both have secrets from their pasts that neither were willing to budge on.  Krystina is a witty firecracker; the complete opposite of what Alexander is accustomed to.  She is drawn to him, but she does not know why.  He has those “come hither” eyes.  I cannot wait for the rest of the series!