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Mayne Attraction #2
Imagine Us
Neveah Symon has achieved success beyond anything the Houston native could have imagined. And when Xavier Mayne taps the world-famous artist to design a mural for his family-owned community center, her fame comes full circle. Except Neveah shares a stormy history with the former bad boy. Can she resist the suave and seductive entrepreneur's sensual assault…and protect her heart this time around?
This up-from-the-street brother has never been able to stay away from the ambitious Texas beauty. Th irteen years apart has only made Xavier's desire for Neveah even stronger…and hotter. Now that she's come back home, he isn't letting her get away again. Together, can they overcome the sins of the past and create their greatest masterpiece—a love meant to last for all time?
This up-from-the-street brother has never been able to stay away from the ambitious Texas beauty. Th irteen years apart has only made Xavier's desire for Neveah even stronger…and hotter. Now that she's come back home, he isn't letting her get away again. Together, can they overcome the sins of the past and create their greatest masterpiece—a love meant to last for all time?
224 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published April 13, 2011
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About the author
Maureen Smith
74 books817 followerspseudonym Naomi Chase
Maureen Smith is a USA Today bestselling author who has garnered critical acclaim for her sensual romances and heart-pounding romantic suspense. She has won a Romantic Times Reviewers’ Choice Award (nominated for seven total) and numerous Emma Awards. She also writes sexy women’s fiction under the award-winning pen name Naomi Chase.
Before becoming an author, Maureen interned with a former U.S. presidential candidate, worked at the famous Watergate complex, and enjoyed a stint as a reporter and freelance writer. She is married to her college sweetheart and they have two children.
Visit Maureen’s website and join her mailing list to receive updates about new books, current projects, and upcoming appearances.
Maureen Smith is a USA Today bestselling author who has garnered critical acclaim for her sensual romances and heart-pounding romantic suspense. She has won a Romantic Times Reviewers’ Choice Award (nominated for seven total) and numerous Emma Awards. She also writes sexy women’s fiction under the award-winning pen name Naomi Chase.
Before becoming an author, Maureen interned with a former U.S. presidential candidate, worked at the famous Watergate complex, and enjoyed a stint as a reporter and freelance writer. She is married to her college sweetheart and they have two children.
Visit Maureen’s website and join her mailing list to receive updates about new books, current projects, and upcoming appearances.
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August 19, 2011
Maureen Smith can do no wrong! Everything she puts out is just on point. The cover of this book just says it all. It had a wonderful love story, hot sex scenes, and of course they lived happily ever after since this is a romance novel. I wish the story was a whole lot longer though, but it is a Kimani book, so that's what is expected. I can't wait for Maureen's next book!
May 4, 2011
Overall, it was borderline between I didn't like it and okay. I thought Xay was sexy however Neveah was a pill. I also thought the storyline was unbelievable.13 years later and your still bitter. That's unattractive.
I'm also mad that 13 years ago the heroine didn't think to question all the folks that keep calling her telling her what her man was doing. Really? But your going be mad at him. She needed to understand that apparently those woman wanted him and would do anything to remove her from the picture so why were you mad at him and not the females.
I'm sticking with my overall rating. Had potential but didn't live up to it.
I'm also mad that 13 years ago the heroine didn't think to question all the folks that keep calling her telling her what her man was doing. Really? But your going be mad at him. She needed to understand that apparently those woman wanted him and would do anything to remove her from the picture so why were you mad at him and not the females.
I'm sticking with my overall rating. Had potential but didn't live up to it.
April 14, 2011
I loved this story from start to finish. Xavier and Neveah story show how misunderstandings can get out of hand. Along with secrets that can hinder you and make you lose love ones and lots of time. Excellent read.
May 2, 2011
I liked this book but I didn't really start to enjoy it until around chapter 9, and I started off not liking the main character Xavier because of the way he handled his relationship with Neveah...but there's always a twist.Go figure ;)
March 26, 2013
This is one of my favorites by Maureen Smith. It was a perfect romance. I loved the characters and the fact that there was no unnecessary drama to the story. Oh, and of course I appreciated the delicious love scenes! ;-)
August 5, 2011
Where are we? Who are we? What makes us tick. To find these anawers we have to go around the world and back.
May 11, 2011
Sorry Maureen have to put you to the side just picked up a Brenda Jackson
December 23, 2021
I really enjoyed this book. I fell in love with Xavier's character because he never stopped loving Neveah even while they've been apart for so long. Back in high school Xavier was a "Bad Boy" with a heart. During their teenage love; Xavier never cheated on Neveah, although he had girls, hood rats you name it coming on to him. Xavier allowed his insecurities of living in the projects and being in love with a girl from the suburbs get in the way of their relationship. Xavier began to feel as if they had nothing in common and soon he stopped supporting her art endeavors while she was attending college.
I had a huge problem with Neveah trying to run away from her problems. After her accident; she broke up with Xavier without giving him a reason why; and then she moved out of the country leaving him heartbroken and confused. Neveah should of confronted Xavier with her concerns instead of jumping to conclusions and almost ruining a second chance at love.
The love that Xavier had for Neveah is the type of love all women would want from their man. When a little "birdie" told him that Neveah was coming back to town he made it his business to track her down and fight for what was rightfully his.......... her heart.
This is a great love story about love, grief, heartbreak, forgiveness and redemption.
I had a huge problem with Neveah trying to run away from her problems. After her accident; she broke up with Xavier without giving him a reason why; and then she moved out of the country leaving him heartbroken and confused. Neveah should of confronted Xavier with her concerns instead of jumping to conclusions and almost ruining a second chance at love.
The love that Xavier had for Neveah is the type of love all women would want from their man. When a little "birdie" told him that Neveah was coming back to town he made it his business to track her down and fight for what was rightfully his.......... her heart.
This is a great love story about love, grief, heartbreak, forgiveness and redemption.
December 15, 2020
Not great but at least had a little plot - would not recommend
March 22, 2021
Wonderful
Loved this book the first time I read it from beginning to end Warrick story was fantastic too. Sure wish we had one for Zeke, Randall Delores & Zekes sisters
Loved this book the first time I read it from beginning to end Warrick story was fantastic too. Sure wish we had one for Zeke, Randall Delores & Zekes sisters
January 11, 2013
have come to the conclusion that those Mayne Brothers are just off the hock. Xavier show's up at Neveah's art after being tipped off about her being there with a request for her to design a Murial at the community center that he works at. Her apprehension in seeing/helping him relates to the painful past that they share, yet haven't let go of yet. Couple that with a lustful home-girl and there is bound to be drama and secrets.
Neveah and Xavier s road to redemption is filled with distraction along the way.
This story is a perfect example of what can happen when we decide to let the go of the past and embrace the hope of a new future.
Neveah and Xavier s road to redemption is filled with distraction along the way.
This story is a perfect example of what can happen when we decide to let the go of the past and embrace the hope of a new future.
August 19, 2011
Maureen Smith can do no wrong! Everything she puts out is just on point. The cover of this book just says it all. It had a wonderful love story, hot sex scenes, and of course they lived happily ever after since this is a romance novel. I wish the story was a whole lot longer though, but it is a Kimani book, so that's what is expected. I can't wait for Maureen's next book!
April 11, 2011
Great Book!
May 1, 2011
so far it's amazing as all Maureen's books are! i'm only on chapter 3 so all i can tell you is get it a read it!!!!!
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September 19, 2011
***rating 3.75***
May 22, 2021
Definitely better the second time reading
October 22, 2011
I read this 2x already just a great story!
December 9, 2011
Read it 2x!! Great!
September 11, 2012
Very appealing and engaging hero and heroine make Imagine Us a pleasure to read. I loved the hero's persistence, and the theme of forgiveness and second chances.
August 11, 2013
this is the second book I have read in the Mayne series. I loved the passion between Xavier and Nevaeh.
April 13, 2014
I loved this book.
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