Addicted to your Poisson Kisses

Hello, book buddies :-) I'm not ashamed to confess that I'm addicted to the suspense romance that comes out of the rich imagination of Lisa Renee Jones. She's magnificient.

This time, the author has written an addictive story in three parts, sort of a serial, which works really well. Today it's release day for the first part. I liked reading it and biting my nails at the end, but I have to say that I couldn't stop there so I read the other two parts right away :-D

A sexy STANDALONE novel featuring Seth from the Dirty Money series! It is not necessary to read the Dirty Money series prior to enjoying this book. POISON KISSES will be released as three novellas in back to back weeks on Feb. 6th, 13th, and 20th!

Title: Poison Kisses Part One

Author: Lisa Renee Jones

Release Date: February 6, 2018

Amanda Skye made me want her. She made me trust her. She made me love her. Then she betrayed me. And now, a madman brings us together again and before our battle with him is over, I will make sure that she never forgets my name: Seth Cage. The Fixer for The Brandon Family Empire, but to a covert CIA operation, I will always be The Assassin. And to Amanda, I will be the man who made her moan, sigh, and beg. And I will make her beg.

MY OPINION

Addictive, fast-paced, clever and stimulating.

What happens when you mix the brilliant style of this author with the atmosphere of Kiefer Sutherland's TV series 24? Pure dynamite.

This former couple that mean to kill each other and met as agents on a mission years back, now have to forcibly work together again to stop a massive threat of security. They hate each other with a passion that can only be surpassed by the criminal secrets they share and the sheer vigour of their bond. Wow, what a heady cocktail!

Seth and Amanda get physical both in deadly and amorous ways pretty quickly in the story, which made my heart beat really fast. They are lethal weapons in and onto themselves, they act and speak accordingly. Sharp, smart, challenging. And oh the fierce chemistry between them! Enhanced by danger and mistrust, it jumps out of the page as a live wire. I loved how they work together, how synchronized their talents and skills. Despite the hatred for seemingly unforgivable acts on both parts, they are trained agents who ooze precision and efficiency. A killer and a scientist. Reminded me a bit of The Chemist by Stephenie Meyer and I adored that.

My only complaint is the opening scene which shows the hero in a very unflattering light.

I'm eager to find out if they can behave in their present mission without killing each other first. Or if desire will melt their brains :-D What is it that broke their love? Only one way to find out. The second part is coming!

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Title: Poison Kisses Part Two

Author: Lisa Renee Jones

Release Date: February 13, 2018

I loved her. She left me. She betrayed me but now it's time to open the closed doors. I'll tell her my secret if she tells me hers. Our history, is more than lies. It's our story, and I will do whatever it takes to reveal it all. I'm the Assassin, She's The Poison Princess. We're going to kill the bad guys, but we're still deciding if we're enemies. The one thing for certain, is we're both going to strip down and get bare.

MY OPINION

What an intense middle chapter in this 3-part killer suspense. The author sets her two hard agents pitted against each other in a face-off in close quarters. I found it so arousing! Accusations fly along with demands for answers. They have to delve deep into what happened three years ago, and the plot thickens as more of the past resurfaces in flashbacks. The present mission gets darker, too.

Seth tells the story from his POV again, his feelings for his deadly scientist as powerful as his intent to uncover all the murky details of why she disappeared and if her guilt can be proven. 

Sleazy dealings and bloody terrorists tangle with hot reconciliation, all in that suspenseful and calculated style that the author masters. I truly love how she deals with stormy feelings while describing passionate lovemaking. Gorgeous!

And the cliffhanger in this installment is just awesome, heart-wrenching and oh so thrilling. Love it :-D

Favourite quote:

"You really are fearless, aren't you?"

"i fear things," she says. "Just not you"

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Title: Poison Kisses Part Three

Author: Lisa Renee Jones

Release Date: February 20, 2018

Those you love, know how to hurt you. Those you love, know what to hide, because they know what is unforgivable to you. Now that I know what Seth hid from me, I want the secret to be the lie. I don't want to kill him. I don't want to leave him. I guess that's why they say there is a fine line between love and hate. I love and hate that man with such passion, that it damn near hurts. But now, as we face down our shared enemies, as we are lead right back to an explosive discovery about my family, and to the night Seth and I parted ways, we will both be exposed in every way. And it's time for me to decide if I plan to love Seth Cage for the rest of my life, or kill him, before he kills me.

MY OPINION

 Espionage, deadly poisons and dirty operations run amok in this finale of the Poison Kisses serial. This is seriously thrilling. With a sharp style and no room for hesitancy, the plot tightens to a suffocating point. Seth and Amanda break through the last issue between them. Trust becomes a hot, deep, tantalizing test that reinforces their relationship and surely made my breathing heavy. What a scene!

The operation in motion reaches a crescendo, unburying the past in shocking ways. I enjoyed the scene with Bear and the piece of paper. Please, read that! Also, I'd love to read his own story and meet the woman who can handle all his glorious size. And Julie... what a phenomenal addition :-D

The threat to the population is handled through the skills and dedication of many minds working together. It shows the amount of thinking that was put into the investigation, how to link all the details and organize the threads into a coherent, smart and satisfying ending. I thought it would go differently, yet it was an interesting move. And the HEA is well deserved.

I'm addicted to this bunch of action men. I hope there are more stories in this world.

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“I hate you, Seth Cage,” she proclaims in what I know to be an out-of-character emotional outburst that tells me I’ve rattled her.

And earns her my cool reply. “There’s a fine line between love and hate, sweetheart,” I say, but I don’t want her to hate me and it pisses me off. What is it about this woman that makes her my weakness? “I wonder if I missed the taste of poison on your lips, or did I just choose to ignore it?” And I need to know that answer. I close my mouth down on hers, my tongue sliding into her mouth, rough, angry, but she doesn’t respond. She doesn’t even touch me, and I won’t allow her that win. I fold her against me, cupping the back of her head, my tongue licking against hers until she finally fucking moans, and responds.

And damn it, she still tastes just as good as she did, just as right when she’s wrong, but at least I know now. Everything right about this woman will always be wrong, including the moment she bites my lips, drawing blood. “I still hate you,” she hisses.

Wiping my lip, I’m wildly aroused by what just happened, which proves how fucked in the head this woman makes me. And while I’m certain we’d both be more than comfortable with the idea of me pulling her skirt up and fucking her right now, and letting her think she’s manipulating me again, that has to wait until I have her someplace to myself. I release her, snatching up her gun and shoving it under my jacket, inside my holster. “Meet me at the south exit. If you aren’t there, I’ll kill you and then move on to Plan B and kill Franklin. And yes. This is a test. Pass it or you’ll be in my bed, in handcuffs for the rest of your life.”

“You said you’d kill me.”

“After I cuff you to my bed.”

I move to the door and exit into the staff hallway, and then the main school hallway, the scent of her, sweet jasmine, clinging to my skin. Damn it, I used to love that smell.

I’m halfway to the exit when suddenly she’s beside me. “As I know you know from whatever file they gave you on me,” she says without looking at me, “I watched people die because of that man in China seven years ago when he set off poison gas in the subway. I’m not sitting back while he does it again.”

I don’t reply. I just keep walking, but now she’s by my side again, as she was for three solid months, three years ago. Her words and actions are reminding me of what I’d found so damn appealing about this woman: her conviction and her moral compass that were greater than mine, that made her too good for me, and yet, made me want her all the more. Only, it was an act, a façade maintained even now and well. She’s an enemy in an uncomfortable alliance. I don’t believe a word she has said.

We reach the exit and I pause with her directly to my right, my eyes capturing hers. “You’re with me now and no one gets to take you from me. And I’m the only one who gets to kill you.”

“You’re so damn romantic,” she says. “No wonder I missed you.”

“You missed me, sweetheart?”

“That wasn’t literal.”

My lips curve. “And yet you kissed me like you missed me.”

ABOUT THE MASTERMIND

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Lisa Renee Jones is the author of the highly acclaimed INSIDE OUT series.

In addition to the success of Lisa's INSIDE OUT series, she has published many successful titles. The TALL, DARK AND DEADLY series and THE SECRET LIFE OF AMY BENSEN series, both spent several months on a combination of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling lists. Lisa is also the author of the bestselling DIRTY MONEY and WHITE LIES series. Presently, Lisa is working on her Murder Girl/Lilah Love series to be published by Montlake.

Prior to publishing Lisa owned multi-state staffing agency that was recognized many times by The Austin Business Journal and also praised by the Dallas Women's Magazine. In 1998 Lisa was listed as the #7 growing women owned business in Entrepreneur Magazine.

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Can you say no to a Beautiful Regret?

I don't think I could ever regret reading this ;o)

MY OPINION

With an easy-going style, this first part-novella engages thanks to a double premise. First, old friends who reunite and ignite an attraction that erupts over everything in their lives.

And then, the most provocative part: she is an escort and he is the rich man who hires her. That's quite catchy.

In particular, because there is a catch in the sense that the female character has emotional scars due to her upbringing.

I liked the dynamics between Ivory and Jax. The chemistry is palpable, yet she refrains from giving in at first because of her toxic idea of love. This story felt a bit rushed at times, and a few lines of dialogues or description were somewhat strange, but in general I enjoyed it very much. And that amazing cliffhanger was as shocking as promising!

BEAUTIFUL REGRET

by Rhyme Devereux VIP Short Story, #1 

Publication Date: June 24, 2015 

Also in this series: Naked Desire 

Genres: Contemporary, Erotic, Serial

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Synopsis: VIP- Where sexy alpha males hook up with single ladies ...

Perfect Match: Ivory Montgomery 

Contract Details:

• Companion to social events and business trips
• Female
• Red Hair
• Green Eyes
• At least 5'6" tall
• Fun
• Sociable
• Athletic

There was a time when I thought staying single wasn't such a bad thing. Then I meet my next client, Jax Sterling, a billionaire. He turns my world on its axis. But the problem is there will never be anything between us. I don't date clients. Jax is gorgeous, powerful, protective, and had my heart a long time ago. The more time we spend together, the more I crave to be with him. I can't resist his touch. He seduces my mind. Plays with my senses, and consumes me with unyielding pleasure. For once, I feel unbroken. I want Jax. Then a lifelong secret threatens to keep us apart. 

  Author Note: 

This is part one of a three-part series. The main characters in this book are originally from a published short story standalone titled, At Your Mercy. It's been extensively rewritten. 

  **If you're allergic to hot sex, kinky language, or alpha millionaires, this book may not be for you. This book is for readers 18+ years of age.

ABOUT THE MASTERMIND

Rhyme Devereux is an adult romance writer. She is married with children, and two dogs living in Pennsylvania. After turning ... a certain age, Rhyme realized that she's a late bloomer (and wears that label with pride). Her passion for reading transitioned into writing romance books to share with other readers. When she's not writing or daydreaming about characters, and plot twists, you can find Rhyme being a housekeeper, tutor, chef, referee, loving mother, and wife. And if she has some spare time, you will catch her lying in bed wearing holey pajamas, while reading a good romance or mystery-thriller. Thanks for wanting to get to know Rhyme better. But by far, her books are much more exciting.

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I want a reservation in this amazing Hotel + giveaway

Book buddies, I'm so glad to be part of this release. I can honestly say this serial has taken me by surprise by how good and sexy and heart-melting it is. I want this couple to have their happy ending... in all ways! ;o)

MY OPINION OF THE HOTEL 1

Yes, yes, yes! Where is this hotel? I need to book a room right away. Preferably, the one currently occupied by the God of All Orgasms himself ;-)

An important element of this story is the setting: an historical hotel vibrant with anecdotes and old decor. It's as much a character as Juliet and Dominic. This is the doomed couple in the making. I really liked her because she's passionate about this kind of architectural landmarks and she's also sweet when it comes to her reactions to broody, gorgeous Mr. Hot and Unavailable.

The writing style is fluid and natural, and the story flew under my eyes as I devoured the suspense, the secrets, the tension and the extremely delectable steamy encounters.

It's also funny and sexy and interesting. I liked everything about it from the spontaneous trap at the beginning to Juliet's internship at the hotel and the challenges that make their difficult relationship all the more enticing and forbidden.

I only missed Dom's POV, but it still felt amazing to see everything through Juliet's eyes, mind and heart. I hope for her sake that this man has a soft spot for her enough to understand what's hiding behind her innocent role in his life. So, so ready for part 2!

Favourite quote:

Sweet dreams? I'll take a nightmare as long as he's in it.

MY OPINION OF THE HOTEL 2

This second part is all about luxury and excitement and new ideas.

Juliet is having a taste of tempting things she's never had before, slowly falling under the erotic lure of her brooding boss. The hotel might be on the brink of scandal and ruin, but her creative mind contributes promising venues for success that Dominic is eager to promote.

How I loved those dynamics between them. As much as the hot intimate scenes that the author's thrilling words turn into a velvety seduction

Amazing changes keep happening. And, OMG, that scene on the plane? I could have died from the bliss ;-)

The exhilarating plans for the hotel combine with the intoxicating passion between Dom and Juliet. You devour the pages and they devour you back.

Though the fairy tale quality of this dreamy adventure couldn't diminish the dread that I felt for what was to come. Dom is showing so much trust in her that I kept thinking how devastating it'd be when her secret was revealed. Oh, tremble.

And then the palace of beauty starts to crumble down. Though to be honest, considering Juliet's secret, I can't understand why she gets so upset with his.

Until the real tragedy strikes and splashes everyone with betrayal and pain and fury. Wow, what an ending! All is lost until part 3 comes out. Please, let it be all right again...

The Hotel Part Two

Series: The Hotel: A Billionaire Seduction #2

Author: Lola Darling

 Release Date: July 15, 2015

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“The best sex is hotel sex…”
 
Billionaire Dominic Rexford, CEO of the Rexford luxury hotel brand. Mysterious, controlling – and my new boss. He’s man who always gets what he wants, whether it’s in the boardroom or the bedroom.

And now he wants me.

But I’ve got secrets he can never know. And when his brother returns to claim his share of the company, the truth could tear all of us apart.

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ABOUT THE WONDERFUL MASTERMIND

Lola Darling is a romantic with a naughty side. Texas born and raised, she has met a few Mr. Wrongs and is having fun looking for her Mr. Right.

She can be found at her laptop, daydreaming of dirty talking men in well-fitted suits or in the bath enjoying a glass of wine.

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Fun, hot and romantic: Her Confessional + giveaway

You can't go wrong with a romantic serial that reads like a diary and combines wit and love ;o)

 

My opinion of Her Confessional, part 1

With a very easygoing style, the story flows seamlessly like Sarah is talking directly to you in a friendly conversation. I liked it a lot. It felt natural, funny and honest. I quickly became ensnared in her recount of her gorgeous, chubby self, her job, her crush on her best friend who happens to be kind, handsome and sweet. As he's also a talented actor, Sarah lets us know all the details of how he finally became famous. Those details go back and forth in time so it makes for a very dynamic storytelling.

The good, friendly times between the characters felt nice and made me smile. Whereas the passionate times made my heart throb, there was emotional friction as well that pulled at the strings of that very heart. Sarah is fully in love with a man who's unattainable but they still have to work together. What a wonderful mess to read, right? ;o)

For a short story, the characters and their motivations are fully developed. The story is well written, sexy, romantic even, and it really arouses an emotional response. I'm looking forward to reading the next installment to find out if this couple has any future against the mayhem of Hollywood's public life.

  Her Confessional: The Making of a Star by 

Rebecca Norinne Caudill 

Confessional #1 

Publication Date: April 9, 2015 

Genres: Contemporary, Romance, Serial

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Synopsis: ** 18,000 word novella, part one of an ongoing series ** 

 Her Confessional is a sexy new romance series told from the point of view of Sarah Travers, a smart, happy, plus-size heroine who explores - through a series of written confessions - what happens when the best friend she's secretly in love with becomes the world's most famous actor overnight. 

  Hi, I’m Sarah, a plus-size 33-year-old single woman with an amazing job as a personal assistant to a major Hollywood director. My best friend? His name is Cameron. Here’s a secret for you, something I’ve never told anyone else before: I’m in love with him. Truly, madly, deeply. I know. Bad idea, right? But that’s not even the worst of it. My biggest problem? I’m not the only one. You see, Cameron just landed the role of a lifetime and now millions of other women fancy themselves in love with him too. But this isn’t their story; it’s mine. My confessional. 

The Making of a Star is the first installment in the series.

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Rebecca Norinne Caudill

Rebecca Caudill read her first novel when she was just four years old and has been hooked on books ever since. When she wasn't writing her own stories, she was sneaking copies of her mom's romance paperbacks to read late into the night. After graduating from the University of Pittsburgh with a degree in Journalism, she embarked on a career in technology public relations representing some of the world’s hottest start-ups and publicly traded companies. After twelve years in the business, with the unwavering support of her husband, she quit her job to pursue writing full time. Rebecca lives in Oakland, California, with her husband and cat. When not creating fictional worlds inhabited by strong women, and dashing heroes, she is planning her next vacation, trying out new recipes, or drinking Islay scotch.

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An Insatiable book + giveaway

Here I bring you a brand new dose of hot books, my dear book buddies. This time it's all about INSATIABLE, part one of a very enticing story by J. D. HAWKINS. Do you dare find out more?

MY OPINION OF PART ONE

(And I want to keep reading)

This is the kind of sexy and unexpected read I love.

At first, I didn't care much for the male character. Fron mis point of view, Jax tells of his sexual exploits which inspire him to create beautiful and cutting-edge architecture. He's too full of himself, and apparently a bit shallow. Thank goodness for character evolution ;o)

The sensual, effective writing style is convincing enough to push you along the story in search of some meaning. When Jax meets Lizzie, it's no life-changing event, but he finds her so tempting that he acts on a few chances until he wins her over. That's when the original and exciting plot twist happens.

It is mind-blowing! I loved every seductive, tantalizing, devilishly lewd part of it. Jax takes Lizzie on a journey of passionate exploration that opens her mind to a new world of sensations and self-discovery, and wakes her body up to pleasures unknown to her. He's crass and harsh, but he's also hypnotic and tallented and I could feel myself melt in his hands at the same time as Lizzie.

As the story progresses, the dialogues get better. Due to the nature of their pact, the encounters between Jax and Lizzie become hotter, dirtier, and more revealing. I liked how things change throughout their times together. Lizzie is sweetn, real, warm, and learns the ways of freedom and pleasure at Jax's capable hands. 

Actually, the story it turns out to be romantic, sexy as hell, and ends up on a surprising and frustrating, but promising note that left me eager to put my hands on the second part. New author? I love you already ;o)

Insatiable

Series: Insatiable #1

Author: J.D. Hawkins

 Release Date: May 4, 2015

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It’s not cocky when you've got the goods to back it up.

Lust-maker. Pleasure giver. Fantasy creator. I can blow your mind in five seconds flat — but trust me, you’ll want this to last all night.

There’s not a woman in the city who can resist me. Except one.

Now she’s got a proposition: Seven days. Every position. No strings attached.

She wants to know what she’s been missing.

Who am I to say no?

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She puts her hands on the back of my head and pulls me towards her, thrusting her tongue down my throat, tongue-f*cking me as I bite and suck at her cherry-flavored mouth. I run my hands aggressively down her back, tracing the curve that leads to her ass, and grab it hungrily, pulling her leg up against my hip, and running my other hand down her thigh, then back up inside her skirt.

Ms. Long Legs can’t even catch her breath quick enough to moan properly. Shaking her ass on the dancefloor was foreplay enough, now she’s wet and ready. I press her up against the wall, and slip my hand under her thigh to find a sweet wetness below. She just shudders a little and pulls me closer aggressively.

I roll my fingers around her barely-there underwear, feeling the inviting softness of her p*ssy. She pulls her head back, looks up at the sky, and exhales deeply, her chest sinking beautifully.

I get a good grip on her panties and tear them off her in a single, powerful stroke. It turns her on even more.

ABOUT THE MASTERMIND

I'm a new erotic author from LA. I grew up in Southern California and now live with my wife in Venice. I've also lived in NYC, India and Thailand. I love to travel and have been to Central America, Australia, Europe and the Middle East. I have a boring corporate day job where I cover people's asses for a living and am hoping to leave this world soon and make a living doing the thing I love - writing. I enjoy surfing and I'm also a martial artist, my other main passion, which I have practiced since the age of 5.

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Opulence is an original series

I love this beautiful cover. THE EXCESS series, by Angelica Chase, starts off slowly but then gains some speed that will leave you panting ;o)

I was curious as to what had made the female character in this short story so rich or how Devin, her lover-turned-sour, had become a bastard when at first he had been so wonderful.

Nina is disappointed with life as success has brought more deceit and betrayal than money. Wealthy, but lonely, she tries to disentangle herself from the man who made her fall in love before it all turned to lies and manipulation.

I liked that Nina felt the need to change her fake lifestyle. A strong character overcomes her weaknesses to find a better way for her even in the face of temptation.

Things start to heat up when she meets Aiden, a gorgeous singer who rocks her world. Despite her secrets, he also is a bit of a mystery. I enjoyed the story more as this new relationship goes from softly arousing and romantic to hotly possessive. The text messages they share are also very cute and funny. 

Paired with the steamy scenes and Nina's business affairs, this first part becomes quite entertaining. I'm now curious enough to want to read more after that bit of an abrupt ending.

When I was twenty-eight years old, I wrote my own winning lottery ticket. A simple idea thrust me onto the fast track to wealth, and into a world I had only ever dreamt about. I submerged myself in the unfamiliar, a life that seemed all too alluring … until it lost its appeal.

I made my fortune, built my castle, and then exiled myself within its comforts once reality set in.

Far too late, I discovered I was drowning in a sea of hungry sharks. Given the choice to sink or swim, I chose the latter … and it cost me everything.

Devin McIntyre, the most dangerous shark of them all, was the last nail in my naïve coffin. His beautiful smile and amazing cock tainted me in ways I could have never imagined.

I craved him. I needed him. I loved him.

Miserable with the outcome of my prosperity, I set out to change what disgusted me most—the first decision being to rid myself of Devin. Little did I know that taking that first step would make me a slave to a man far more tempting … or that my addiction to Devin would threaten to ruin it all.

If you are not a fan of cursing, erotic and extremely explicit sex, cheating, immoral behavior, dysfunction or sexual scenarios that may make you feel uncomfortable this is not the series for you. FILTHY EROTIC ROMANCE

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I'm in love with Tiger Lily 1 and 2 + giveaway

I'm in love with these books. TIGER LILY, by Amelie S. Duncan, is romance that touches your heart. For now, I've read parts 1 and 2, and I'm so happy there is a part 3 that I'm shaking with anticipation.

MY OPINION OF PART 1

With a sensitive and insightful writing style, the author delivers a story that is easy to delight the senses. It's so engaging I couldn't / didn't want to stop reading. One day. That's all it took. To read it and to fall in love.

It immediately appealed to me the premise of a fake encounter between a sweet, honest, hard working woman and an elusive, striking business man who's about to publish a book. Lily is insecure because of a very bad relationship that seeps venom into her present. I appreciated knowing her well before her attempt at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel to engage Jonas Crane in a conversation that could land her a contract with the publishing house where she works. She tries and fails miserably. Or does she?

It really felt more real and meaningful when they meet in that accidental way that soon becomes hypnotic thanks to the intense presence of the man. Thankfully, they have true conversations between magnetic attraction and heart-pumping full of longing.

Honestly, I was intrigued and aroused by how the relationship develops. First, both characters have an interesting background, they exchange beautiful quotes and their dialogues weave a grabbing sense of belonging between them. Also, the chemistry is utterly seductive. When Jonas proposes an agreement to ease their solitude, it feels both as exhilarating and bewildering to Lily as for the reader.

The words are able to create a beautiful intimacy that pulses with sensuality, though there is also a touching sense of understanding and a sweetness that Jonas shows towards Lily. She's in dire need of affection and he proves he can be a gentle and passionate lover even though there are no promises of a future together.

It gave me a pang of sadness that Jonas wouldn't consider having anything serious because everything that transpired between them felt overwhelmingly intimate, intense and deep. The talks, the emotions, the need, including how commanding though irresistibly sensitive and caring Jonas is every moment he spends with Lily, made me sigh for him to realize Lily is perfect for him and they both need each other.

Eventually, I think Jonas becomes overpowering as the relationship progressesm and Lily is too emotional which I understood better as things from her past traumas get clearer. I really, really felt sorry for her. She was so helpless against so much cruelty. She might seem weak and needy but I see her as endearing and then the pieces of the puzzle come together and you see why she craves touch and reassurance. She even marathons Star Trek episodes and is a Star Wars fan. You just have to love her :o)

And the last scenes were so powerful! So full of pain and despair that my heart went out to her. When she was suffering from very hard blows and all her insecurities came crashing down on her, she just denied herself any consolation. It was heartbreaking. Oh, now I need to read part 2 because I have to know if this girl gets the happiness she so deserves. And that hot, hot Jonas too!

MY OPINION OF PART 2

I'm still fascinated by this story. The author's writing style is a subtle and sensitive combination of feelings and longings, despair and hope, strength and weakness. It reflects to perfection the fragile yet profound human set of mind of Lily, a woman lost in her own sense of precarious self-worth.

After a heart-breaking ending in part one, I was extremely curious as to how Lily's story would continue. She's defeated, but trying to find inner strength to become a better version of herself. Though she's not as alone as she feels, Lily is aware of her unrequited feelings for Jonas. She senses he's as far removed from her station as humanly possible.

It was so sad and even tragic to see low she thinks of herself, how ashamed of her weak behaviour she deems herself to be in regards to her past boyfriend and her family's legacy of honour.

To me, it was so plain to see that the abuse she's suffered has turned her judgment of facts and people to be unreliable. Every time she's rejected or feels alone and isolated, she becomes smaller and more fragile. It was painful to watch. I so wanted to hug her and give her the hope she deserves.

Jonas is also a complex character. Too busy and haunted by commitments and family expectations that he shies from having his heart tied once more. But you can't help but understand he man, wanting to offer him some consolation. The words compel you to feel like Lily and her pull to be what he wants.

I feel this compelling need to stress that the passionate scenes are also full of heightened, beautiful eroticism. They blend wonderfully with the psychological part of the story.

Tiger Lily continues to be a beautifully sad story of deep emotions, of loss and wounded hearts, of an abused woman who carries too much shame and is starving for love. Oh the path of self-destruction, sacrifice and love take on a new, raw meaning. I loved it because it made me ache, suffer, feel compassion and as much loneliness and despair as Lily. I loved how protective of others she is, or how profound her sorrow is over her mistakes. And I loved her complicated relationship with Jonas, a man who doesn't want to be responsible for anyone's happiness and, in doing so, is denying his own.

There is so much in this story, I genuinely want to know how it all ends, and if Lily will break her cycle of abuse and self-loathing, and find a happy future with Jonas. Part 3 cannot come soon enough!

Favourite quote: 

Just go, Jonas. You proved I can't resist you. You won.

 Tiger Lily (part 2)

Author: Amélie S. Duncan

Genre: erotic romance

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Synopsis

For the first time in a long time, things are looking up for Lily Salomé. With the city’s most eligible bachelor on her arm, life with Jonas Crane might finally live up to all its beautiful promise. Lily knows one thing: Jonas is the lover she’s always dreamt of. Smart, powerful and sexy. That is until an altercation with another man leaves her bruised, frightened, and too ashamed to tell the truth. She can run and she can hide but for how long? “Tiger Lily Part Two” is the second in the Tiger Lily series, by author Amélie S. Duncan.

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Tiger Lily Book 1

Synopsis

Lily Salomé has encountered more challenges than the average twenty-four year old. After a horrendous crash killed her parents, an abusive relationship was all she needed to calcify her broken heart to stone. So when Lily’s boss comes to her with a challenge most girls would balk at, she knows there isn’t much left in this world to be afraid of.

The target: Jonas Crane, a brooding business mogul who hasn't smiled once since his divorce. Dark, dangerous and mouthwatering, Crane has written a book about life in the fast lane and with the recent publicity, Lily's boss wants the rights. Problem is, Crane won't return a phone call, let alone agree to a meeting. But if a pretty publishing assistant happens to run into him at the Waldorf, with a business card and a smile...what could go wrong?

A lot, it seems. Lily thinks she's going to the Waldorf to meet a rich jerk, or worse, a playboy, but the truth is way more challenging. Jonas Crane is smart, engaging...and devastatingly out of her league.

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Amélie S. Duncan writes contemporary, erotic romances with a dark edge. Her inspiration comes from many sources including her life experiences and travels. She lives on the West Coast of the United States with her husband.

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