Scandalicious

by Allison Hobbs

From the bestselling author of Double Dippin’ and Big Juicy Lips—scandal abounds as a husband, his wife—and their lovers—become entangled in a dangerously delicious dance of revenge, lust, and deception.

Solay is the proud owner of Scandalicious, a trendy cupcake boutique that’s raking in the dough. Practically married to her business, Solay does not have time for romance or its complications. What she needs is a friend with benefits. When she hires a gorgeous male escort, she believes that she’s found the perfect solution. Addicted to his incredible bedroom skills, Solay soon discovers that being “whipped” is as distracting as being in love.

Lincoln has been a faithful husband for seven years. His world collapses when he discovers that his trophy wife has been cheating. Though she pleads for forgiveness, he simply can’t. Will his desire for vengeance overpower his ability to forgive?

Melanee is a quiet assistant baker by day and part of a secret sex society at night.

What happens when you combine sweet treats, explosive sex, and dirty little secrets is absolutely Scandalicious!

Genres: Erotica

352 pages, Paperback

First published October 4, 2011

Reviews

[OOSA · Rating 4 out of 5]

Give Me That Tasty Love –

“Scandalicious.” This novel is unique. Imagine life in a Philadelphian suburb with a bakery that’s Moulin Rouge meets a French bordello. The delicacies specialize in Vanilla Kisses, Red Hot Passions and Passionate Kisses. On a special day you can get an orange/ginger cupcake with a tangy orange butter crème frosting called Screaming Orgasms.

Meet Solay savvy, smart business woman owner of Scandalicious, where all roads lead to and from. Vidal owns more clothes and accessories than we all do. Melanie, the baker of all these delicious treats, is a love slave addicted to being humiliated and is into insane erotic things for sexual degradation. Girlfriend comes up with all the decadent names and recipes. Chevonne and Lincoln Jennings are your all American affluent family with a big dream house. Deon is your male escort who is paid lovely to take care of Solay's sexual needs.

Allison Hobbs is presented by Zane and is just as freaky as she is in her words, surprises, plots, and twists. I loved the characters in this book because it made a sister wonder what is really good in Philadelphia.

Ms. Hobbs will definitely keep readers entertained. Just when you least expect it, the plot changes. In a kinky way of course. Some things you never expect. It was good.

What you do in the dark may come to the light. Keep a condom nearby.

Reviewed by: Marilyn

[Byron Washington · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hmmm...👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

Allison Hobbs' books intrigue me. As I read her stories, I am in equal parts bored, excited, puzzled, intrigued, but always titillated. There's something there for me..𝑰 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒌.😁😁😁

Buy it, read it and enjoy.👍🏾🔥👍🏾🔥👍🏾🔥👍🏾🔥

[Chrissy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I liked this book a lot but to be honest, I wanted Solay and Deon together till the end.
But I guess her and Lincoln were good for each other.

[Kandy Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was juicy from beginning to end! Solay & Deon's relationship kept me enticed. These two were my faves. Wished they could have gone the distance. Lincoln is a stand up guy so glad he found happiness in the end. Melanee & Colden's relationship was cray but it added an interesting mix to the book.

[Tracey · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was surprised at the happy ending of this book. You rarely get those from urban fiction novels these days. It was a nice change.

[Tramaine Green · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was fire! I couldn't put it down. New Allison Hobbs fan!

[Nifty · Rating 2 out of 5]

I had really high expectations for the story; maybe a little too high.

Scandalicious<\i> is a story about a young business owner by the name of Solay. Solay has accomplished her life dream of owning her own bakery and now the next big thing in her life is to find love. She meets hot and sexy Deon through an unusual method, and ends up falling head over heels for him. Their relationship is anything but normal, but for a time it works. The story also includes the love<\s> life of Solay's baking assistant Melanee and a random couple.

If you like smutty and fast paced love interests, then definitely read this. I found it to be a bit much and at times unnecessary. Melanee's whole story was boring and although it was super weird, it didn't make me pay attention to her character at all. If anything, she reminded of a victim of some sick sexual crazy people! Her story definitely rubbed me the wrong way.

Solay's story really interested me in the beginning. But after her back and forth thoughts about Deon, and the constant bitchiness of her character- yeah not feeling her by the end of the story. Her happy ending was really predictable in my opinion.

Lincoln and Chevonne's story was probably the most realistic. However, it peeved me how obsessed Lincoln became with revenge and then ended up going back to his wife anyway. His ending was lackluster for me as well.

Overall, I would give this book a 2 out of 5 stars <\b>. This is my first time reading a Allison Hobbs story and I'm really hoping the next one I pick up is way better.

[Ebony Evans · Rating 3 out of 5]

My first Allison Hobbs read and sadly, "I'm not Impressed".

As the three relationships between...Solay & Deon, Lincoln & Chevonne and Melanee & Colden developed, the foundation of the story was captivating but the abrupt ending KILLED IT! I was hoping the characters would somehow intertwine but instead the author zeroed in on one relationship while the other two simply faded to black.

All fireworks with NO EXPLOSIONS!

EyeCU disappointed.

[Vanessa Harris-Greenlee · Rating 5 out of 5]

The contents of this book are highly addictive. Sinfully tempting, once you read the first page you are immediately drawn in. The players of this story are interwoven together in sex, drama, and scandal like only Allison can do it. So if you got a sweet tooth for passion or a craving for excitement, Join Solay and the Crew and get it poppin'!!!!!

[Aisha · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book lived up to it's name there were some scandalous scenarios especially Melanee and Chevonne they had some stuff with them, especially Chevonne she did poor Lincoln so wrong and she gave good women a bad name. Solay was just lonely and needed to be patient when it came to getting a man, this book was pretty good but I wish they would've had more on Vidal.

[Sachki · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a really good roller coaster ride, erotic and fun with drama. It was a good read infact the best read I have read in a long time, It did not take me that long to finish. I was also sad it ended hope she makes a part two. Would love to see this as a movie. Well done Miss Allison Hobbs.

[C · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book had me so excited and I could barely wait to get to the next chapter. I loved Solay from the very beginning. I loved all of the characters,but I wanted more of a story on Melanee. I recommend this read for the mature reader who doesn't mind kinky play.

[Yvette · Rating 3 out of 5]

This one was just ok to me!

[Kayla Dee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely loved it !

[Sweeti · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really liked the book! Allison really put in some twists in the book that will really have you cluching your pearls..lol. I really recommend this good read..

[Shelley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Full review on blog.

[Punkin · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved the way the book brought Lincoln and Solay together

[Michelle Chavis · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very entertaining book! I enjoyed it. Wish it had ended a little differently though. It seemed a little rushed at the end.

[Tracy Elizabeth · Rating 2 out of 5]

Waste of time

[Diane Rembert · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book!!

[Pamela · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved it....

[Erica L · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hot book, very interesting characters and a great ending! What more can you want (and expect) from the Princess of Erotica!

[Andria Parrish · Rating 5 out of 5]

the title explains it all. Allison Hobbs has done it. one of the best novels of the year for me. I loved it. please tell me there is a sequel.

[Danielle Rameau · Rating 5 out of 5]

I simply loved this book. It was definitely a pager turner.

[Rhita · Rating 5 out of 5]

this was goooooooooood

[Sekeema · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a great read.

[Dianna · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book.

[Nini · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great read. It kept my attention the entire time & i could not put it down. The end was not what I expected but I still enjoyed reading it.

[Sharlene · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book is very Scandalicious indeed. Lots of eye opening moments when learning and reading about each of the characters in the book. Very good read.

[Phenix · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm not really into urban fiction especially since I live in a large urban city. however, this book was interesting, read like poen but in a good way