KU Review for Pen Pal by JT Geissinger

PEN PAL

by  JT GEISSINGER

The first letter arrived the day my husband was buried. It was postmarked from the state penitentiary, and contained a single sentence:

I’ll wait forever if I have to.

It was signed by Dante, a man I didn’t know.

Out of simple curiosity, I wrote back to ask him what exactly he was waiting for. His reply?

You.

I told the mystery man he had the wrong girl. He said he didn’t. I said we’d never met, but he said I was wrong.

We went back and forth, exchanging letters every week that grew increasingly more intimate. Then one day, the letters stopped. When I found out why, it was already too late.

Dante was at my doorstep.

And nothing on earth could have prepared me for what happened next.

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REVIEW: 4.5+ STARS

"Even small dragons can still breathe fire."

Initial reaction: WOW!!!! This book blew my mind. It gave me goosebumps. It was just one of those books that took me on a journey - one that I couldn't even begin to fathom, but I couldn't let go because it was so engulfing. I told myself, "listen to the universe, what it tells you, what it's saying. Go with the flow. With the surroundings." It just made me think beyond my own conscious perspective of this world, and opened my eyes to JT's writing style and to the fact that I needed to read more by her. Immediately, preferred...

And then reality started to set in and after I posted about this book, and with it came all the comments (which I love!) and then the discussions (which I absolutely love!!) and it kind of made me rewrite my review. So let's go back to my original thoughts and then jump to my current thoughts. My thoughts on the book DID NOT CHANGE, nor did my rating. It just changed my discussion here. 

Original thoughts: 

I cannot recommend *enough* you go in as blind as you possibly can to full enjoy this to the fullest extent of what this storyline can do to you. Or for you. I will not ruin anything, I will not spoil anything, I will not even mention anything just in case you haven’t looked anything up. Just know that I went in as blind as possible and felt everything I feel the author originally intended. It was all based on organic discovery - and that's my favorite way to be introduced to a new-to-me author. Now, some of the sex scenes were a little beyond my comfort zone as they were not what I honestly enjoy reading – but they were super freaking hot and Aiden and Kayla were the definition of chemistry. I loved their instant attraction, and their security within each other's arms. I loved their love. I loved the way he loved her. I loved the way he made her feel.

The last 10% or so got a little - dare I say…cheesy? (Readers of this book will totally get that!) I felt a little put out about the cheesiness in some aspects, but I ended up closing the book with a huge smile on my face. It was super intense for the first 90% and I enjoyed it immensely. Was I hopping around, trying to explain everything to my husband at 88%? Yes. Yes, I was. Was I extremely proud of rolling with the storyline and being so excited when I got that far? Also yes! I freaking loved getting to the point of excitement with the outcome of the twist and it brought on the biggest smile. A new author making me avoid life for the two days it took me to read it? This was a fast paced read and one that had me turning the pages with eagerness. That may sound cheesy, but it's a perfect description of how I was feeling. 

I did get some movie type vibes from this book, just as she mentioned in her acknowledgments - but I feel like she put pen to paper in such an amazing way that it held my attention the ENTIRE time I read it. I seriously couldn’t put it down and am trying to remember when was the last time a book sucked me in like this?? I can’t say that enough - completely caught up. I wanted to read deep into the night - but 5am wake ups for kickboxing don’t agree with me staying up super late. HA! I was completely consumed by Kayla and Aiden and the entire plot of this book. The mystery. The love. The intensity. It was everything I needed as an introduction to Geissinger. I loved it!!!

I loooove when a book does this to me - I had to feel my way not only through a new voice, but a completely unknown circumstance as well. Some discovery was taken away from me in one aspect by another reader trying to warn me - but I’m not mad about it after reading this book. Did I want to discover that by myself? Most definitely, but looking back - all the clues started making their appearances, whether I knew or not. I would have started guessing anyway...but discovering any part of a book should always be organic for me. 

Soooo good for me. So good. Highly recommended for the journey I went on. I am loving ALL the messages I am getting from other readers that are going on the journey blind and it's making my little blogger heart so giddy. Thank you for including ME in YOUR journey.

"I want every fucking thing you have to give me, Kayla. And I want you to give it to me without hesitation. Without question. And without regret."

Afterthoughts:

The varying opinions and emotions surrounding this book have provided many discussions, and quite a few arguments - from what I've personally witnessed. What I love is that it has allowed many to discuss it with intent and to explain their own thought processes (which is why I blog) and I have really enjoyed the polarity of the discussions. Not because I like to argue - because I do, but because I have enjoyed seeing what some people have thought and having that moment to absorb their understanding of this, whether I believe in it or not. But that's the beauty of a book discussion - the very reason I blog. I have stayed very confident in my beliefs on this book and they won't change - but the conversations have been very  enlightening. 

So, to be fair, I wasn't around for the lead-up of this book. I wasn't even present for any of the promo or touring, and I most definitely wasn't there for the hype beforehand since I had never read anything by JT. What I saw when I read this synopsis was something I *knew* I needed to read ASAP because I didn't want to come across any spoilers. SO, I set out to read it...

The biggest, boldest question about this being a romance is what is the most discussable argument I'm seeing come out of this. Why am I able to consider this a romance in MY world? Because I fell in love with Aiden and Kayla falling in love. I fell in love with their version of reality. I fell in love with them the entire time they were exploring one another. I’m not here to argue with anyone about the logistics of it being a HEA or a romance because that's someone else's emotions to decipher - not mine. To ME, this was. Because people fell in love and were together forever and ever, amen. That’s it. That’s all I needed. And contrary to what I've heard, nothing is graphic or "on the page" for gore. Again not fighting. Not arguing. I loved this. This worked so well for me. It is a brilliant version of a HEA for ME. But why? Because it told me a love story that showcased two people in love and being together forever. Literally, forever.

"I learned that love means nothing unless it's acted upon. Love isn't real without intent. It's a verb. It isn't passive. But most of all, love means sacrifice."

However, I can and do respect others' opinions and see why some people are having a problem with it. No disrespect meant to anyone's feelings, I’m just not one that needs trigger warnings and I don’t need my hand held for fear of anything upsetting me — so when I get a book like this that takes me on a crazy journey, one that I have never been on before, it makes me giddy. I read and understood and enjoyed her version of "not a typical HEA" and ran with it, full steam ahead - nothing holding me back. I'm tellin' ya, I loved it! I cannot wait to read more of her books if she can do this to me.

If I could give any bit of advice and you're up for an adventure, I'd recommend:
- Stop reading reviews.
- Stop looking for spoilers.
- Don’t plan anything - just pick this up, call out for dinner, and sit and absorb this journey, word for freaking word. I know I couldn't put it down and am forever grateful that I took a chance on JT's voice...finally.

Go. In. BLIND. (Or as blind as the internet will allow you nowadays.) I loved this book. I will be reading this author again - and very soon. I love the kind of book that stretches definitions like this one did because it makes me stop and think about so many variables. Thank you, JT!!! I'll be back!! 

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Just remember, hindsight is always 20/20. Opinions belong to the person giving them, and you are free to agree or disagree. Respect is also something I fully and happily hand out for anyone that wants to discuss a book with me with an open mind, because opinions are what make this bookworld so fun, right? Right! Happy reading!!

"Pain is the cost of love. And the deeper your love goes, so too goes the pain. You can never have one without the other."

~BEE

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~ MEET JT GEISSINGER ~

J.T. Geissinger is a #1 international and Amazon Charts bestselling author of thirty novels. Ranging from funny, feisty romcoms to intense erotic thrillers, her books have sold over eight million copies worldwide and been translated into more than twenty languages.

She is a three-time finalist in both contemporary and paranormal romance for the RITA® Award, the highest distinction in romance fiction from the Romance Writers of America®. She is also a recipient of the Prism Award for Best First Book, the Golden Quill Award for Best Paranormal/Urban Fantasy, and the HOLT Medallion for Best Erotic Romance.

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BOOK REVIEW and SIGNED PAPERBACK GIVEAWAY for REVERSE by Kate Stewart

REVERSE

by KATE STEWART

Thirty years ago, my father became the other half of a broken love story.

A relationship he’s kept hidden for decades.

Upon unearthing his secret through a series of emails in our paper’s archives, I began my search for the truth. Haunted by my father’s love story, and in my quest for answers, I never imagined I would discover a love of my own. Or that my love for Easton Crowne would be key in discovering the reason behind what split our parents up.

Doomed from the start and knowing the havoc our relationship would inevitably wreak on our families, I could never have prepared for the toll it would take or the cost of the truth.

But in order to find our ending, we had to go back to their beginning.

My name is Natalie Butler, and this is my star-crossed love story.

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REVIEW: Off the charts emotional damage...

"Their story doesn't change the significance of ours."

A few years ago, I picked up a book titled DRIVE. I had never read Kate Stewart, and I was super leery at the time trying new authors - but this one proved to be a win in more ways than one. Not only did I find a triangle that had me physically feeling the words (my favorite kind), but I found an author that I was willing to follow blindly into any circumstance she doled out. And boy, did I hit the jackpot! She knew how to obliterate my heart - but she did it with grace and poise. She has since written so many of my favorite books that have topped many of my charts. This one will sit amongst the highest on my favorites shelf.

I. CRIED. Ok? I cried!!! I rarely get to say that, but every now and then I get lucky enough to find a book that pushes my emotional boundaries and gives me something to feel and think about, and this book was just that. It's no secret I love her writing. Stewart is such a heavy writer and one that pushes me every single time I read her. I also love that she makes me work for the answers that I am seeking while reading. With a little "read between the lines" writing and a whole lot of LOVE to sift through, she never lets me down when it comes to the characters, their defining moment, their love, and their meaning. So, needless to say - this one hit me square in the jaw. Took me down.

This book is also the exact reason why I love a rockstar romances. Artists always have a deeper, more meaningful connection when it comes to the very definition of true love. So the roller coaster of emotions is never foreign and always welcome and Easton and Natalie have a romance worthy of the pages of this book...but I want to watch it in on the big screen. This one will be melting hearts for a long while. Someone, anyone - please make this happen. 

"Every time I look at him, my insides light fire, and I am every bit a moth to his flame."

I've been asked multiple times if reading DRIVE is necessary in order to read this book and while I can confidently say no - I have to pull back and reiterate that it is INTEGRAL to reading, understanding, and feeling Reverse in the manner in which it was meant to be enjoyed. The baseline for the emotions that are already swirling. The understanding of why this whole situation is forbidden. The reality behind the ending of this book is encased in the beginning of the entire story: DRIVE. Go read it, and then jump into REVERSE. So while I can easily say that Kate Stewart is an all encompassing writer and she does a great job filling in the blanks, I feel like you would do yourself a huge, massive, ginormous disservice to go into this one without reading Drive first because it quite honestly begins there. In order to experience this emotional rollercoaster in all its glory, I feel like it's my duty to SUGGEST HEAVILY that you read the first book. Also, as a fellow reading friend - why have you not read it already?? I feel like I may have failed you...

After going through everything they did in this book, I questioned a few things - merely because they affected me in a way that made it more personal. They were plenty of times that I questioned why Natalie was not throwing up or not physically ill seeing what was going on. If I am sitting on the outside looking in while reading her story, and it was affecting me physically? I have no clue how it did not affect her. I’m asking myself this constantly. Stewart's words are masterfully used in a way to elicit the utmost pain imaginable. I am fairly positive she revels in that knowledge, too. But, if there’s one thing I know, it's that she personally lives, eats, breathes her stories because you can feel how emotionally invested she is every time you read one. My heart is always put through the wringer every time  – and this one is no exception. This one, I had to crawl on my hands and knees out of a dark, emotional place to accept how it all went down, but for entirely different reasons than you would be used to from me. Pure brilliance.

I know I have mentioned 1001 times how much I loathe with every particle of my being the “miscommunication” between lovers - and for the record, I’m not saying this is what happens, only that I loathe miscommunication in a romance book because it never comes with the right emotions or a valid reason. BUT, when the reasons and the...validity? reality? collide, that’s when the whirlwind of anxiety ramps up and gives me that pang of terror that has me clinging to my kindle while I read. The anger, the vitriol, the pain - I didn’t want to have to understand it but I understood every single minute of it and why it had to happen. Not because the story needed it, but because of the personal growth that needed to happen. I could understand the stubbornness and the truth behind it. I didn’t want to accept it - hell, I refused to accept it, but it was very much so a reality. So yeah, maybe I clenched a bit. Maybe. But, I loved it the entire time I wasn’t breathing right. 

With that, I loved how many people had Easton’s back. I also loved how many people had Nat’s back. But what I loved more than anything else was knowing a slice of humble pie will never taste as good as it should. As a reader, I reveled in that....it sure caught me up in a smile or two.

It's official: I’m a glutton for punishment. I continually, willingly, and happily give my heart over to Stewart and she inevitably has her evil, twisted, and oh-so-amazing way with it. My heart is in shambles. The pain is palpable in this book. The hurt is heartbreaking. The anger is soul-crushing. The reality is...truth. There's nothing I love more than a love worth fighting for, a story that embodies the pain and emotion in real life drama - all without the BS. This one has it in spades. It's angering. It's heartbreaking. It's soul-crushing. But it's REAL. 

This book is not meant to be safe. It's meant to be emotional, harrowing, heartbreaking....you're supposed to feel it. 

The depth. The emotions. The quality storytelling. It's all there...no order, just all there. I was emotionally connected on every level to ALL the characters in this duet and I feel like I left a part of me within the pages of this book. I will forever hold them near and dear to my heart. So, to reiterate: GO. READ. DRIVE. And then pick up Reverse and continue the love story that will live with you for quite some afterwards. Easily, happily, most definitely a 6 star, "best of the year" read for me. I highly recommend this duet and I cannot wait to have this signed on my favorites shelf.

"We can't apologize for loving each other, or we'll give others the power to condemn us."

~BEE

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From the bestselling author of The Ravenhood Trilogy, comes an angsty, steamy, white-knuckle ride full of love, loss, and self-discovery.

Music . . . the heart’s greatest librarian.

The average song is three and a half minutes long; those three and a half minutes could lead to a slow blink, a glimpse of the past, or catapult the soul into heart-shattering nostalgia.

At the height of my career, I had the life I wanted, the life I’d always envisioned. I’d found my tempo, my rhythm. Then I received a phone call that left me off key. You see, my favorite songs had a way of playing simultaneously. I was in love with one man’s beats and another’s lyrics. But when it came to the soundtrack of a life, how could anyone choose a favorite song? So, to erase any doubt, I ditched my first-class ticket and decided to take a drive, fixed on the rearview.

Two days.

One playlist.

And the long road home to the man who was waiting for me.

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Kate Stewart lives in Charleston, S.C. with her husband, Nick, and her naughty beagle, Sadie. A native of Dallas, Kate moved to Charleston three weeks after her first visit, dropping her career of 8 years, and declaring it her creative muse. Kate pens messy, sexy, angst-filled contemporary romance as well as romantic comedy and erotic suspense because it's what she loves as a reader. A lover of all things '80s and '90s, especially John Hughes films and rap, she dabbles a little in photography, can knit a simple stitch scarf for necessity only and does a horrible job of playing the ukulele. Aside from running a mile without collapsing, traveling is the only other must on her bucket list. On occasion, she does very well at vodka.

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BOOK REVIEW and GIVEAWAY for WHAT LOVERS DO by JEWEL E ANN

WHAT LOVERS DO

by JEWEL E ANN

 

From bestselling author Jewel E. Ann comes a hilarious secret lovers story that redefines the meaning of friendship.

Shep’s found the female version of himself … and he thinks she’s perfect—perfectly unavailable.

Everyone loves Shep, the charismatic employee at Scottsdale’s newest pet store. He has shared custody of his two dogs with his annoying ex-wife and a smile that can disarm most women.

Except … Dr. Sophie Ryan.

What starts out as a disastrous first meeting, involving a coffee catastrophe and mistaken flirting, turns into an unconventional friendship.

Fake phone sex.
Dog park dates.
And eighteen holes of golf.

The problem? Sophie’s taken herself out of the dating pool for a mysterious reason, imprisoning Shep in the friend zone for eternity.

As their competitive personalities hit a boiling point, the gloves come off and so do their clothes. When Sophie’s “real” life threatens their relationship, can Shep let go of his past to chase the one that might get away?

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REVIEW: 4.5 HILARIOUS STARS

"Irresistibly sexy, yet effortlessly charming."

This book!!! THISSSS booooook. One of my FAVORITE books so far this year is LIVE!!! This book was fanfuckingtastic and I will count this as a must read book for the year!!

OH. MY. GOSH. Seriously!! I don't know how JEA repeatedly, consistently, and constantly delivers a story that renders me speechless. I am on a SHEP high after this one!! He is definitely an enigma. He had me laughing immediately, and for someone that doesn't "love" romantic comedies, JEA's humor is one I will absolutely seek out any time I want a good laugh with a real love to get lost in. I know the Hero isn't the only thing I can love about a book, but I do know that when he makes me smile and I find that my smile is more often than not due to his mouth, well... I think he deserves that pedestal. I loved his quick wit, but also his emotional side as well. And boy was he persistent. So delicious in every way possible. As I smile while writing this review... {{sigh}}

I do know a strong heroine is always a request I see when I post some of my questions on my Facebook page, so to this I say: look no further than Sophie Ryan. But, I have to say and preface this statement with some truth. Sophie is an amazing person, in a few predicaments - but her backbone is strong underneath all the layers. All of them! I feel like she was so relatable from a personable standpoint and I loved that I could actually agree with her rationalizing, her reasons, and her wants/needs. I thoroughly enjoyed her character a lot.

Notable is the banter between these two. It was TOP notch. Like, nothing better comes from these books more clearly than me *hearing* the snarky banter, the hilarious comebacks, and the honest truth in JEA's voice. I've seen so many of her videos (I'm sure many of us have) and have been blessed with the luck to have talked to her at signings and having quite a few discussions - so, when I say I can hear the banter in her voice, trust me - she's hilarious on ALL fronts. 

My favorite things about JEA's writing is an ever changing, always revolving love because with each book, she gives me something to think about. Sometimes I have to work through not only the characters' emotions, but my own as well. I love that. I honestly think it boils down to the fact that she provides a REAL experience with each book. REAL world issues. REAL life decisions. This book bleeds reality. By providing a true-to-life predicament to deal with, she allowed me to follow the ups and downs of not only that amazing decision Sophie has made, but all the responsibility and actions that support said decision. AND, she gave real world solutions, not this unlikely scenario wrapped up like a fairy tale - everything was REAL with real solutions and I LOVE HER FOR THAT!!! 

"Being with Shep feels like a chronic state of intoxication."

So, basically, I love her REALNESS in her stories without the added unmistakable made up drama I loathe. <— She is BRILLIANT in her storytelling by adding in the real life crossroads that comes with making decisions - whether they are easy or hard decisions with repercussions. I loved how she showcased a very strong Sophie in her element, but also allowing us the more human side of her knowing she was doing good but still craving a different possible option...with the same outcome. Confusing, I understand - but after you read this, you will totally understand. THIS is why I love Jewel E Ann's writing. This is why she is my favorite when it comes to comedy and realism. I am always immersed in the world she is building for me, and I'm super thankful for that!

I was so upset when I realized I was going through this book rather quickly .... because I just didn't want it to end. I fell in love so hard with Shep and Sophie - and when I mean fell in love, I mean it's the kind that you have a soft spot for. The kind that makes you smile when you think about them, but also giggle knowing their interactions and how they were each other's best friends. It was a great, feel-good, hilarious book that I freaking loved!!

JEA always provides an element of personal growth with every book - she has that in the bag. So when it’s something I can root for and something that I can see both sides of, I can’t help but soak it all up with a readily available smile. I fell fast and hard for Shep and loved Sophie's personal strength and confidence. She was a blast to read, and he has my heart. He is way up there as a favorite BBF. {{sigh}} Ok. Ok. I'm repeating myself. I'll stop here. But, for the record - I love Shep. He was perfection in literary form. Oh, and I'd like to give out a signed copy and an ebook as well. Please, please enter and enjoy this book as much as I did. Please!! 

"And every day, she's the first thought in my head, my sunrise."

~BEE

 

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Jewel is a free-spirited romance junkie with a quirky sense of humor.

With 10 years of flossing lectures under belt, she took early retirement from her dental hygiene career to stay home with her three awesome boys and manage the family business.

After her best friend of nearly 30 years suggested a few books from the contemporary Romance genre, Jewel was hooked. Devouring two and three books a week but still craving more, she decided to practice sustainable reading, AKA writing.

When she’s not donning her cape and saving the planet one tree a a time, she enjoys yoga with friends, good food with family, rock climbing with her kids, watching How I Met Your Mother reruns, and of course . . .heart-wrenching, tear-jerking, panty-scorching novels.

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Review and Giveaway for THE BILLIONAIRE by Marni Mann

THE BILLIONAIRE

by MARNI MANN

I’ve always been a good girl.
But the second I walk into the hotel bar, I see temptation.

The man sitting there is delicious. Older. Experienced. Once our eyes meet, I know I’m not walking away unscathed. I’ve heard about men like Jenner Dalton—richer than God and hotter than sin. He’s got heartbreak written all over him.

But it only takes fifteen minutes before we’re headed up to his room.

I’ve never done anything like this before, but something tells me he’s worth it. Every swipe of his tongue feels electric, every kiss sets me on fire and his experience has me begging for more.

And more.

And more.

In one week, I’ll return to college in Miami.

He’ll go back to being LA’s most eligible billionaire.

The miles and years between us are just too many for this to mean anything.

So, between now and then, I plan to spend every moment being anything but good …

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REVIEW: 4.5 fun and flirty stars
"The desire to please her was a need I'd never felt before."

Ok...transparency and all: I met Jenner in The Lawyer and I was SO excited for his story after reading that one. I love nothing more than a player finding his woman. Ok, I do - but you know what I mean!!

I also *love* a good instant attraction - one of my favorite things to read as it hits home for me personally. Writing chemistry seems to be Mann's specialty because she gave Jenner and Jo some heat from the get-go. I really enjoyed their connection. It was palpable and literally jumped off the pages. I mean, I can understand the difference between a one night stand and instant chemistry but this one hit a little different for me. Magical? No. Fated? Definitely not. Destined?  I do believe that explains it. 

I honestly think one of my favorite aspects about this story was, as you can see by the synopsis, is that Jo was the pursuer in this little romp - and I LOVED JO!!! Straight talk, Jenner will have all my heart eyes and own my beating heart, but Jo was so much fun to "meet." She was infectious. I felt her smile, her heart, her fun and flirty side - it all made for a very FUN read. She really was the kind of heroine I love to experience. She made this book for me!!

And who doesn't love a good age gap romance?? I seriously giggle with excitement at those ones because the possibilities are smile inducing on the regular. But this one? It wasn't as scandalous as I thought it would turn out to be, but Mann did an amazing job showcasing their age difference. It was fun to watch these two grow together and loosen up with each other as an example. But I can't stress enough how this did not go how I thought it would and I think that's why I'm still smiling about it. I loved the real life drama Mann threw in there - with real world decisions and ramifications, and that is exactly what I love to see. It had to be worked out. There was no question and no other option. Period.

I clearly have nothing but praise as I keep saying "I love nothing more than/my favorite thing is....blah blah blah" because Marni Mann seriously meshed all these amazing aspects into this one love story and delivered me a smile worthy, heart sighing, recommendation worthy book. 

So, here's my recommendation.

This book was the book I needed. Heavy enough to give me the emotions and the draw to keep reading, but light and happy, sexy and flirty enough to make me smile and crave the words. I swear, this is my FAVORITE (and spiciest) of her books in this series (shhh....yes, there are only two so far, but work with me here. And I'm well aware that FORD is coming and I may change my mind again. But shhh. That's a conversation for later.) For the record, my hands down favorite of hers was When Ashes Fall (my review) and I have to admit this one hit me entirely different, so I can appreciate the difference in emotions, but am well aware that she clearly has a knack for writing a story for me. Yep, ME. Kthxbye.

"She had confidence that was more alluring than I'd ever seen along with wit, charm, charisma."

~BEE

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THE LAWYER

by MARNI MANN

A sexy, billionaire, Hollywood, stand-alone romance from USA Today best-selling author Marni Mann …

I’m not the type of girl who picks up a man on a rooftop bar.
Not the kind of girl who lets a man’s hands roam my body, discovering I have no panties on.
Never the girl who has hours’ worth of o’s from a smoking-hot one-night stand.

But Dominick makes it so easy to say yes.
His body, his moves, and his oh-so-wicked tongue have me saying it over and over again.
Yes, please.
Yes, more.
Yes, right there.

He worships every inch of my body, and I’m still sore the next morning when I meet him again.

This time, he’s Mr. Dalton, my sister’s cutthroat entertainment lawyer.
And he has a proposition for me.

He wants to make me famous.

Of course, that means sharing a screen with my wildly jealous sister.
It means giving up my career.
It means the whole world will suddenly know everything about me.

Which presents one catastrophic problem—Dominick doesn’t date famous people.

So, do I take a chance at becoming a Hollywood star, or do I pass up the opportunity to be with the man who gave me a taste of forever?

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~MEET MARNI MANN~

Bestselling author Marni Mann knew she was going to be a writer since middle school. While other girls her age were daydreaming about teenage pop stars, Marni was fantasizing about penning her first novel. She crafts sexy, titillating stories that weave together her love of darkness, mystery, passion, and human emotions. A New Englander at heart, she now lives in Sarasota, Florida, with her husband and their two dogs, who have been characters in her books. When she’s not nose deep in her laptop, working on her next novel, she’s scouring for chocolate, sipping wine, traveling, or devouring fabulous books.

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