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The Moreno Brothers #4
Romero
Librarian's note: This is an alternate cover edition for ASIN: B005ZGLNZK.
New Adult / Contemporary romance.
Prim and proper middle school teacher Isabel Montenegro always runs the opposite direction from men like Ramon Romero. A foul-mouthed, uneducated, loose cannon has no place in her meticulously planned future. But instead of running away, Isabel is completely captivated. The intensity of his nature, while a bit daunting, mesmerizes her in ways she can’t begin to understand. She’s unwilling to walk away—even when her instincts are screaming at her to run.
Romero has no idea what he's getting himself into when he first kisses Isabel. Shocked at the passion she invokes in him, he believes he can keep his usual short fuse under wraps. Falling fast and hard for someone so flawlessly sweet only makes him more aware that he’s far from perfect. If she is ever witness to his biggest imperfection, he’s sure she’ll bail. But when her meddling sister does the worst thing imaginable—bring other men between him and his Izzy—that fuse is lit and all bets are off.
Can two people who are worlds apart teach each other how to love, or will the reality of their differences drive them apart?
New Adult / Contemporary romance.
Prim and proper middle school teacher Isabel Montenegro always runs the opposite direction from men like Ramon Romero. A foul-mouthed, uneducated, loose cannon has no place in her meticulously planned future. But instead of running away, Isabel is completely captivated. The intensity of his nature, while a bit daunting, mesmerizes her in ways she can’t begin to understand. She’s unwilling to walk away—even when her instincts are screaming at her to run.
Romero has no idea what he's getting himself into when he first kisses Isabel. Shocked at the passion she invokes in him, he believes he can keep his usual short fuse under wraps. Falling fast and hard for someone so flawlessly sweet only makes him more aware that he’s far from perfect. If she is ever witness to his biggest imperfection, he’s sure she’ll bail. But when her meddling sister does the worst thing imaginable—bring other men between him and his Izzy—that fuse is lit and all bets are off.
Can two people who are worlds apart teach each other how to love, or will the reality of their differences drive them apart?
338 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 24, 2011
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About the author
Elizabeth Reyes
52 books4,088 followersElizabeth Reyes is a USA Today Best Selling Author of The Moreno Brothers, 5th Street, Fate, Looking Glass, De Luca Boys series' and two stand alone novels Desert Heat, & Defining Love.
Join the fun and become a royal member of TeamReyes and enjoy the perks of early announcements,cover reveals teasers, including exclusive teasers shared only the group. Along with exclusive team,giveaways,discussions, trivia, Secret Santa and much much more!
Note to readers, I don't do dark, tragic or kill off main characters no matter what it might seem like. Just keep reading and trust me you'll ALWAYS get an HEA from me!
Moreno Brothers:
Forever Mine - New Adult / Mature YA
Sweet Sofie - New Adult/ Mature YA
Forever Yours - New Adult (Angel and Sarah's follow up (college story!)
When You Were Mine - (A prequel novella to Always Been Mine)- New Adult
Always Been Mine - Adult contemporary
Romero - New Adult- Adult contemporary
Making You Mine - New Adult
(with bonus Angel and Sarah short "Only 8 days") *Tearjerker
Tangled - (A Moreno Brothers holiday novella) Featuring Romero and Izzy
Tall, Dark & Obnoxious - Adult Romantic Comedy- short featuring Izzy's uptight sister and Romero's obnoxious uncle.
5th Street:
Noah - Adult Contemporary
Gio - New Adult
Hector - New Adult
Abel - Adult Contemporary *Tear Jerker
Felix - New Adult *Tear jerker
Blindside - Adult contemporary short featuring Noah and Roni
Fate series:
Fate - New Adult
Breaking Brandon - New Adult *Tear jerker
Suspicious Minds - Adult contemporary
Again - New Adult/Adult Contemporary *MAJOR tear jerker
Rage - Adult contemporary
His To Guard - Adult contemporary
Uninvited - Adult contemporary
Boyle Heights series
Lila - Adult Contemporary
Beast - Adult Contemporary
Nine - Adult Contemporary/RomCom
Orlando - Adult Contemporary
Looking Glass
Girl In The Mirror - Adult Contemporary/psychological thriller
We Were One - Adult Contemporary *MAJOR tear jerker but TRUST ME! ;)
De Luca Boys
Remi's Choice - Adult Contemporary - Love triangle MAJOR angst - cheating but hailed one of the BEST love triangles written.
For more up to date info visit her website at www.ElizabethReyes.com
Join the fun and become a royal member of TeamReyes and enjoy the perks of early announcements,cover reveals teasers, including exclusive teasers shared only the group. Along with exclusive team,giveaways,discussions, trivia, Secret Santa and much much more!
Note to readers, I don't do dark, tragic or kill off main characters no matter what it might seem like. Just keep reading and trust me you'll ALWAYS get an HEA from me!
Moreno Brothers:
Forever Mine - New Adult / Mature YA
Sweet Sofie - New Adult/ Mature YA
Forever Yours - New Adult (Angel and Sarah's follow up (college story!)
When You Were Mine - (A prequel novella to Always Been Mine)- New Adult
Always Been Mine - Adult contemporary
Romero - New Adult- Adult contemporary
Making You Mine - New Adult
(with bonus Angel and Sarah short "Only 8 days") *Tearjerker
Tangled - (A Moreno Brothers holiday novella) Featuring Romero and Izzy
Tall, Dark & Obnoxious - Adult Romantic Comedy- short featuring Izzy's uptight sister and Romero's obnoxious uncle.
5th Street:
Noah - Adult Contemporary
Gio - New Adult
Hector - New Adult
Abel - Adult Contemporary *Tear Jerker
Felix - New Adult *Tear jerker
Blindside - Adult contemporary short featuring Noah and Roni
Fate series:
Fate - New Adult
Breaking Brandon - New Adult *Tear jerker
Suspicious Minds - Adult contemporary
Again - New Adult/Adult Contemporary *MAJOR tear jerker
Rage - Adult contemporary
His To Guard - Adult contemporary
Uninvited - Adult contemporary
Boyle Heights series
Lila - Adult Contemporary
Beast - Adult Contemporary
Nine - Adult Contemporary/RomCom
Orlando - Adult Contemporary
Looking Glass
Girl In The Mirror - Adult Contemporary/psychological thriller
We Were One - Adult Contemporary *MAJOR tear jerker but TRUST ME! ;)
De Luca Boys
Remi's Choice - Adult Contemporary - Love triangle MAJOR angst - cheating but hailed one of the BEST love triangles written.
For more up to date info visit her website at www.ElizabethReyes.com
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November 22, 2011
I didn't think I was going to love Romero. He was always the goofy one. BUT BOY WAS I WRONG! This one had all the angst, possessiveness, and romance all Reyes books have. Fabulous read.
December 25, 2011
Ramon Romero is a brawny, filthy-mouthed, possessive, hot-headed arrogant jerk, and I adore him. He acts before he thinks, and one minute I wanted to slap him upside the head and the next jump on him and kiss him silly!! He’s been a huge part of the Moreno brother’s series and I was so happy that Elizabeth Reyes gave him his own book. This book overlaps in storyline with Always Been Mine, Alex and Valerie’s book. It’s where Isabel first came into the picture, and her relationship with Romero took off, much to the surprise of everyone. Isabel is sweet, shy, but when challenged, she stands her ground and of course Romero is the person who takes her on.
Romero is a womanizer, and he likes to play hard and party even harder. Raised by his uncles Manny and Max, he’s a guy with an edge to him. Somewhat reformed from their less than stellar past business ventures, the uncles now own a “tittie bar”, their idea of respectable! Romero has worked for them since graduating high school. It’s no wonder he leads the lifestyle that he does, although he certainly has lacked for love. Manny and Max adore him and are trying to do right by him the only way they know how. Their parenting skills are a little unconventional and very amusing. They were fun, quirky characters that frustrated Romero, but also brought out his soft side. Not lacking in ambitions of his own, Romero is well on his way to establishing his own security firm, when meets his “Izzy”. Isabel comes from an affluent “proper” family, but she is kind, not judgmental and sees Romero for who he truly is, and falls hard for him. Their relationship goes back and forth, and back and forth, which I found to be somewhat aggravating. If the author had backed off of this just a little, it would not have seemed so repetitive. With that being said, it was a very enjoyable book, fit the personalities of the characters and although the timeline mirrored Always Been Mine, it was a separate story in itself.
Ooh la la, Salvatore is up next!! He’s the elusive, quiet, eldest Moreno brother, and I have a feeling his is going to be a very interesting story!
Romero is a womanizer, and he likes to play hard and party even harder. Raised by his uncles Manny and Max, he’s a guy with an edge to him. Somewhat reformed from their less than stellar past business ventures, the uncles now own a “tittie bar”, their idea of respectable! Romero has worked for them since graduating high school. It’s no wonder he leads the lifestyle that he does, although he certainly has lacked for love. Manny and Max adore him and are trying to do right by him the only way they know how. Their parenting skills are a little unconventional and very amusing. They were fun, quirky characters that frustrated Romero, but also brought out his soft side. Not lacking in ambitions of his own, Romero is well on his way to establishing his own security firm, when meets his “Izzy”. Isabel comes from an affluent “proper” family, but she is kind, not judgmental and sees Romero for who he truly is, and falls hard for him. Their relationship goes back and forth, and back and forth, which I found to be somewhat aggravating. If the author had backed off of this just a little, it would not have seemed so repetitive. With that being said, it was a very enjoyable book, fit the personalities of the characters and although the timeline mirrored Always Been Mine, it was a separate story in itself.
Ooh la la, Salvatore is up next!! He’s the elusive, quiet, eldest Moreno brother, and I have a feeling his is going to be a very interesting story!
October 27, 2011
Romero by Elizabeth Reyes Book 4 in the Moreno Brother's Series
How does one go about telling about Romero? In the earlier books we see him as the one always getting drunk early and only caring about what girls he can pick up at the parties. And his mouth, well the words that come out of it, not good. Be warned that Romero was raised by his two uncles and they are... well...Manny and Max are hilarious but pretty crude. They love their boy they raised and straightened out some of their activities to be a good example for him but they don't consider cursing to be bad, they don't do well with table manners and they own a bar that is a bit more than going out for a beer. Along with his drinking, cursing and womanizing...Romero also has a temper. It goes from cold to boiling in less than 10 seconds and it's pretty dangerous considering Romero's muscular well kept physique.
Isabel is not from a perfect family but it sure is opposite of Romero's. Her sister Pat is all about finding the perfect man for Izzy. And Romero is not it, according to Pat anyways. If she is not fixing her up with some fancy Navy man than it is dragging Izzy's high school sweetheart into the mix. A mix that turns into dynamite if Romero sees a man anywhere near his girl and even a bit more explosive if it's an ex-boyfriend and it might as well be like a nuclear bomb ready to blow when you add Pat into it, they hate each other.
This book is full of up and down emotions. You see all the sides of Romero, including the vulnerable one. He is as possessive as his friends the Moreno's but not even Alex has a temper that matches his. If your like me your emotions will take you from wanting to strangle Pat to struggle along with Romero when he is trying to hold his temper.
Elizabeth has added another great book in her series and she has a extra mystery in the story that adds to it as well. And than there is her humor! Be ready to laugh hard at the antics of Manny and Max, Romero's uncles. The last story is the oldest Moreno brother, Sal. Already looking forward to it.
Read more about her books on my blog at:
http://justjudysjumbles.blogspot.com/...
**Contains strong language and sexual situations.
How does one go about telling about Romero? In the earlier books we see him as the one always getting drunk early and only caring about what girls he can pick up at the parties. And his mouth, well the words that come out of it, not good. Be warned that Romero was raised by his two uncles and they are... well...Manny and Max are hilarious but pretty crude. They love their boy they raised and straightened out some of their activities to be a good example for him but they don't consider cursing to be bad, they don't do well with table manners and they own a bar that is a bit more than going out for a beer. Along with his drinking, cursing and womanizing...Romero also has a temper. It goes from cold to boiling in less than 10 seconds and it's pretty dangerous considering Romero's muscular well kept physique.
Isabel is not from a perfect family but it sure is opposite of Romero's. Her sister Pat is all about finding the perfect man for Izzy. And Romero is not it, according to Pat anyways. If she is not fixing her up with some fancy Navy man than it is dragging Izzy's high school sweetheart into the mix. A mix that turns into dynamite if Romero sees a man anywhere near his girl and even a bit more explosive if it's an ex-boyfriend and it might as well be like a nuclear bomb ready to blow when you add Pat into it, they hate each other.
This book is full of up and down emotions. You see all the sides of Romero, including the vulnerable one. He is as possessive as his friends the Moreno's but not even Alex has a temper that matches his. If your like me your emotions will take you from wanting to strangle Pat to struggle along with Romero when he is trying to hold his temper.
Elizabeth has added another great book in her series and she has a extra mystery in the story that adds to it as well. And than there is her humor! Be ready to laugh hard at the antics of Manny and Max, Romero's uncles. The last story is the oldest Moreno brother, Sal. Already looking forward to it.
Read more about her books on my blog at:
http://justjudysjumbles.blogspot.com/...
**Contains strong language and sexual situations.
December 8, 2014
Absolutely loved this bk. I knew I’d like it because I love this series, ER’s writing style and her sense of humor. Just didn’t realize how much I’d like it. So glad ER decided to let Romero have his own bk. First of all I gotta say the uncles were outrageously hilarious. Lots of LOL moments. I kept having to go back and re-read parts of their dialogue just for another laugh. Yet underneath Romero’s bawdy family there was a very endearing love between Romero, Max and Mannie. Romero was even sweeter to Isabelle than in the glimpses we got in Always Been Mine. There’s maturity and character development for all the major players as this series moves along, however, it seemed to me Romero makes the most changes. I really like how each bk goes back to scenes we’ve read parts of in other bks and expands. It’s almost like what we read previously was a preview of what’s to come. I love these characters. They seem so real and life like and the smack these guys talk is just so freaking funny. I think Romero and Alex are a tie as the most alpha overprotective, hot heads, but at the heart of their protectiveness there's a sweetness. I got a bit nervous about 3/4 in wondering how all the drama would resolve itself. Really made me think about the anger issue at the heart of Romero/Izzy’s relationship. Fortunately all was resolved nicely and Romero and Izzy got their HEA. This series is a re-read for me. Highly recommend. Can’t wait for brother Sal’s bk.
November 23, 2011
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Romero is the latest novel in the Moreno Brothers series by Elizabeth Reyes. Romero has been around since the beginning of this series. He grew up around Angel (Forever Mine) and Sal (Making You Mine), and his two best friends are Alex (Always Been Mine) and Eric (Sweet Sofie). Since the first novel in this series, Romero has been my least favorite character. His lewd remarks, his filthy language, and his tough guy act have bugged me. (Sometimes I find these characteristics intriguing, but they never really worked for Romero.) Having said all of that, I really enjoyed Romero. I know, crazy right? I put this novel off for almost a month because I wasn’t that excited about it. I planned on reading it at some point because I love the Moreno Brother series and this novel is an important part of the series, but I didn’t have high expectations for this novel. I only expected it be okay. Well, surprise, surprise! I really, really enjoyed this novel.
Romero wasn’t a saint in this novel, but he really worked on all of the things that drive me crazy about his character- his language, his crass remarks, and his attitude. There was a huge change in his character from the previous novels to this one. Plus, instead of watching him put a tough guy act on for his friends, I felt like I got to know the real Romero.
I really enjoyed the romance between Romero and Izzy. Their relationship was sweet, but also challenging. Izzy’s family doesn’t approve of Romero, especially her sister Kat. Kat causes quite a few problems between Romero and Izzy, and instead of taking the hits as they come, Romero and Izzy muck things up even more.
I do have one complaint about this novel, and it’s this: Romero was a little too possessive. It’s a difficult line. How possessive is too possessive? I’m not sure exactly what makes it too much. I like it when characters are a little bit protective/possessive. However, Romero’s temper combined with his possessiveness was too much. I know that he would NEVER hurt Izzy, but I don’t think that he should control her either. There were a few times where his jealousy was scary and overwhelming.
I can’t wait to read Making You Mine, Sal’s story, which is published December 2011. We knew who the love interests were going to be in Always Been Mine, Sweet Sofie, and Romero. Making You Mine will be the first novel since Forever Mine that is a complete surprise. Not to mention, Sal is quiet, mysterious, and sexy. I can’t wait to see what goes on in the eldest Moreno Brother’s mind.
I gave Romero by Elizabeth Reyes 4 STARS (3.5 STARS). I strongly recommend this novel and this companion series.
-XOXO
READING, EATING AND DREAMING
Romero is the latest novel in the Moreno Brothers series by Elizabeth Reyes. Romero has been around since the beginning of this series. He grew up around Angel (Forever Mine) and Sal (Making You Mine), and his two best friends are Alex (Always Been Mine) and Eric (Sweet Sofie). Since the first novel in this series, Romero has been my least favorite character. His lewd remarks, his filthy language, and his tough guy act have bugged me. (Sometimes I find these characteristics intriguing, but they never really worked for Romero.) Having said all of that, I really enjoyed Romero. I know, crazy right? I put this novel off for almost a month because I wasn’t that excited about it. I planned on reading it at some point because I love the Moreno Brother series and this novel is an important part of the series, but I didn’t have high expectations for this novel. I only expected it be okay. Well, surprise, surprise! I really, really enjoyed this novel.
Romero wasn’t a saint in this novel, but he really worked on all of the things that drive me crazy about his character- his language, his crass remarks, and his attitude. There was a huge change in his character from the previous novels to this one. Plus, instead of watching him put a tough guy act on for his friends, I felt like I got to know the real Romero.
I really enjoyed the romance between Romero and Izzy. Their relationship was sweet, but also challenging. Izzy’s family doesn’t approve of Romero, especially her sister Kat. Kat causes quite a few problems between Romero and Izzy, and instead of taking the hits as they come, Romero and Izzy muck things up even more.
I do have one complaint about this novel, and it’s this: Romero was a little too possessive. It’s a difficult line. How possessive is too possessive? I’m not sure exactly what makes it too much. I like it when characters are a little bit protective/possessive. However, Romero’s temper combined with his possessiveness was too much. I know that he would NEVER hurt Izzy, but I don’t think that he should control her either. There were a few times where his jealousy was scary and overwhelming.
I can’t wait to read Making You Mine, Sal’s story, which is published December 2011. We knew who the love interests were going to be in Always Been Mine, Sweet Sofie, and Romero. Making You Mine will be the first novel since Forever Mine that is a complete surprise. Not to mention, Sal is quiet, mysterious, and sexy. I can’t wait to see what goes on in the eldest Moreno Brother’s mind.
I gave Romero by Elizabeth Reyes 4 STARS (3.5 STARS). I strongly recommend this novel and this companion series.
-XOXO
READING, EATING AND DREAMING
October 28, 2011
I really enjoyed it. I can't wait for Sal's book.
October 7, 2014
How can I not fall for Romero? He's a good looking arrogant hothead who has a filthy mouth, possessive as hell with a temper to boot yet he's the goofy and adorable one. I just didn't think I'd fall hard for him which I did. He has a sweet and vulnerable side which got me.
Izzy is Romero's polar opposite in upbringing given that she came from an uptight affluent family while Romero was raised by his uncles who own a titty bar.
“His uncles, while a little rough around the edges, were good guys—now. They’d come a long way from their days of being thugs. They gave up the life of trafficking and gambling for a more respectable way of life—they opened up a titty bar.” Loved Manny and Max. Such colorful characters!
Romero and Izzy maybe different in a lot of ways but they were perfect together. Their story was fun and eventful though it gave me a whiplash from all the back and forth. There were so much things happening, a lot of drama... I wanted to shout 'enough already!'. (This is the only reason why I had to knock off a star. I felt sorry for them.) STILL I enjoyed their story a lot.
Another great read from Elizabeth Reyes.
Izzy is Romero's polar opposite in upbringing given that she came from an uptight affluent family while Romero was raised by his uncles who own a titty bar.
“His uncles, while a little rough around the edges, were good guys—now. They’d come a long way from their days of being thugs. They gave up the life of trafficking and gambling for a more respectable way of life—they opened up a titty bar.” Loved Manny and Max. Such colorful characters!
Romero and Izzy maybe different in a lot of ways but they were perfect together. Their story was fun and eventful though it gave me a whiplash from all the back and forth. There were so much things happening, a lot of drama... I wanted to shout 'enough already!'. (This is the only reason why I had to knock off a star. I felt sorry for them.) STILL I enjoyed their story a lot.
Another great read from Elizabeth Reyes.
November 10, 2011
Romero became one of my favorite supporting characters over the course of the series leading up to his own book. He had a rough edge to him and a funny sense of humor. I will say, even though I like his story, I didn't like that the author took out most of his humor for this book. I felt like his overbearing ways were betrayed in a whole different light than the way the Moreno Brothers' overbearing ways were betrayed in their books. I wish the author would have left his humor in this book. I did enjoy this read and the rawness of Romero's feelings and his struggles with life and those around him. I do appreciate that the author had Alex and Valerie around in the background as good friends to Izzy and Romero. Even though Romero's uncles are rough around the edges, I did find them to be humorous.
October 26, 2011
Romero is a great addition to the series surrounding the Moreno brothers, I really liked his intensity and how we see past some of the ways that the brothers see him when they are younger. His relationship with Izzy was beautifully written and I can't wait for the next book about Sal to come out!
October 1, 2012
Loved Romero's story!! He and Izzy are perfect together. I can totally relate to their story. There's just one thing that I'm still curious about...why does he go by his last name?? He never explained that?!?!
July 4, 2014
Short Reviews for the whole "Moreno Brothers" series!! ;)
1)Forever Mine (The Moreno Brothers #1)
* * * * * (5 STARS) out of 5 stars!
“When he finally opened his eyes he saw her sit up
and smile at him. She was beautiful, her dark hair was
tousled, and her green eyes glimmered. God have mercy.
He’d died and gone to heaven.”
WHAT IS IT ABOUT?
It’s about Sarah and Angel’s relationship which will be put into test when he finds out about Sarah’s ‘unusual’ relationship with her best friend, Sydney.
PLOT & PACING
Interesting twist(s) and fast pacing.
THE CHARACTERS
One of those books that you fall In love with ALL of its characters. (And that is why I continued reading all of the companion books…)
WHAT I LOVED THE MOST ABOUT THE BOOK
The beautiful, sweet and immediate bond between Sarah and Angel.
2)Always Been Mine (The Moreno Brothers #2)
* * * * * (5 STARS) out of 5 stars!
“I love you Alex.”
“I don‘t think I‘ll ever get tired of hearing you say that sweetheart.” He lifted himself on his elbow and kissed her. I love you too. Forever.
Valerie still could't believe the impossibility of this night. If she woke up in her bed and this all had been a dream she was going to kill someone.”
WHAT IS IT ABOUT?
Alex will do anything just to prove Valerie they deserve a second chance. He will show her that happiness is only a heartbeat away, if only she gives him one more chance…
PLOT & PACING
Romantic, intense and hot!! Veryy fast paced.
THE CHARACTERS
Alex and Valerie were the characters I mostly fell for because:
a)I felt I could relate and connect with Valerie a lot for some reason and I understand her completely.
b)I loved how possessive and protective Alex was (in a good way) when he was around Valerie!!
WHAT I LOVED THE MOST ABOUT THE BOOK
The fact that Alex will never give up on them, because they are meant to each other just a little too much!
3)Sweet Sofie (The Moreno Brothers #3)
* * * * (4 STARS) out of 5 stars!
WHAT IS IT ABOUT?
It’s about Sofie’s “forbidden” relationship with brother’s and her childhood best friend, Eric.
PLOT & PACING
The plot was pretty interesting and enjoyable but not as great as the rest of the books. Although, it was still worth it.
THE CHARACTERS
Just one word; SWEET.
WHAT I LOVED THE MOST ABOUT THE BOOK
Its sweetness and purity./i>
4)Romero (The Moreno Brothers, #4)
* * * * * (5 STARS) out of 5 stars!
“He didn’t say a word and she didn’t ask anything else, just ran her fingers through his hair until his breathing began to calm. Without letting go of her or even pulling away to face her he finally whispered against her ear, “Please don’t leave me. I promise I’ll try harder.” Slowly he pulled away and their eyes met. “I’m nothing without you, Izzy.”
WHAT IS IT ABOUT?
It’s about a “Casanova” kind of boys who falls madly in love with a “good” kind og girl and he’ll do anything for her, no matter their differences.
PLOT & PACING
Sexy, addictive and fast pacing.
THE CHARACTERS
From the first time I got to meet Romero in “Forever Mine”, I was very intrigued with him and wanted to see how such a monogamous and not-only-one-girl kind of guy could fall in love and be with only one girl. I was amazed to find out how perfect they were for each other, Isabel and Romero.
Before him I thought Alex was my favorite boy but now, I think I have two...!
WHAT I LOVED THE MOST ABOUT THE BOOK
Easy. ROMERO.
And his temper (but don’t say anyone I admitted that :D ).
5)Making You Mine (The Moreno Brothers, #5)
* * * * * (5 STARS) out of 5 stars!
She closed her eyes.
”It’s hard to believe I’m not dreaming.”
”Open your eyes, Gracie,” he whispered against her lips. “We’re living the dream. Forever starts today.”
She opened her eyes and stared at him. “Forever?”
He smiled nodding before kissing her again. “Forever”.
WHAT IS IT ABOUT?
It’s about Sal and Grace’s unexpected acquaintance when she applies for a job at Sal family’s restaurant.
PLOT & PACING
Beautiful plot and atmosphere and very fast pacing.
THE CHARACTERS
Sal, like the rest of the Moreno family, did not disappoint. Even without the intensity and temper of his brothers, sister and Romero, he was amazing and very caring.
Also, I really admired Grace for her passion at cooking. Very inspiring!
WHAT I LOVED THE MOST ABOUT THE BOOK
How gentleman Sal was and how passionate Grace was about what she loves.
...Extra...
WHAT I LOVED THE MOST ABOUT THE SERIES?
I loved the fact that every time I picked up a book, I felt like I belonged with the family.
Like I was a part of it, too.
Imagine that. Being a part of the Moreno family…
FAVOURITE BOOK IN THE SERIES?
For some weird reason, when I firstly thought about it, Alex came to my mind but now it is impossible for me to decide. I loved the whole new Moreno family!
RECOMMENDED (TO):
Everyone!
1)Forever Mine (The Moreno Brothers #1)
* * * * * (5 STARS) out of 5 stars!
“When he finally opened his eyes he saw her sit up
and smile at him. She was beautiful, her dark hair was
tousled, and her green eyes glimmered. God have mercy.
He’d died and gone to heaven.”
WHAT IS IT ABOUT?
It’s about Sarah and Angel’s relationship which will be put into test when he finds out about Sarah’s ‘unusual’ relationship with her best friend, Sydney.
PLOT & PACING
Interesting twist(s) and fast pacing.
THE CHARACTERS
One of those books that you fall In love with ALL of its characters. (And that is why I continued reading all of the companion books…)
WHAT I LOVED THE MOST ABOUT THE BOOK
The beautiful, sweet and immediate bond between Sarah and Angel.
2)Always Been Mine (The Moreno Brothers #2)
* * * * * (5 STARS) out of 5 stars!
“I love you Alex.”
“I don‘t think I‘ll ever get tired of hearing you say that sweetheart.” He lifted himself on his elbow and kissed her. I love you too. Forever.
Valerie still could't believe the impossibility of this night. If she woke up in her bed and this all had been a dream she was going to kill someone.”
WHAT IS IT ABOUT?
Alex will do anything just to prove Valerie they deserve a second chance. He will show her that happiness is only a heartbeat away, if only she gives him one more chance…
PLOT & PACING
Romantic, intense and hot!! Veryy fast paced.
THE CHARACTERS
Alex and Valerie were the characters I mostly fell for because:
a)I felt I could relate and connect with Valerie a lot for some reason and I understand her completely.
b)I loved how possessive and protective Alex was (in a good way) when he was around Valerie!!
WHAT I LOVED THE MOST ABOUT THE BOOK
The fact that Alex will never give up on them, because they are meant to each other just a little too much!
3)Sweet Sofie (The Moreno Brothers #3)
* * * * (4 STARS) out of 5 stars!
WHAT IS IT ABOUT?
It’s about Sofie’s “forbidden” relationship with brother’s and her childhood best friend, Eric.
PLOT & PACING
The plot was pretty interesting and enjoyable but not as great as the rest of the books. Although, it was still worth it.
THE CHARACTERS
Just one word; SWEET.
WHAT I LOVED THE MOST ABOUT THE BOOK
Its sweetness and purity./i>
4)Romero (The Moreno Brothers, #4)
* * * * * (5 STARS) out of 5 stars!
“He didn’t say a word and she didn’t ask anything else, just ran her fingers through his hair until his breathing began to calm. Without letting go of her or even pulling away to face her he finally whispered against her ear, “Please don’t leave me. I promise I’ll try harder.” Slowly he pulled away and their eyes met. “I’m nothing without you, Izzy.”
WHAT IS IT ABOUT?
It’s about a “Casanova” kind of boys who falls madly in love with a “good” kind og girl and he’ll do anything for her, no matter their differences.
PLOT & PACING
Sexy, addictive and fast pacing.
THE CHARACTERS
From the first time I got to meet Romero in “Forever Mine”, I was very intrigued with him and wanted to see how such a monogamous and not-only-one-girl kind of guy could fall in love and be with only one girl. I was amazed to find out how perfect they were for each other, Isabel and Romero.
Before him I thought Alex was my favorite boy but now, I think I have two...!
WHAT I LOVED THE MOST ABOUT THE BOOK
Easy. ROMERO.
And his temper (but don’t say anyone I admitted that :D ).
5)Making You Mine (The Moreno Brothers, #5)
* * * * * (5 STARS) out of 5 stars!
She closed her eyes.
”It’s hard to believe I’m not dreaming.”
”Open your eyes, Gracie,” he whispered against her lips. “We’re living the dream. Forever starts today.”
She opened her eyes and stared at him. “Forever?”
He smiled nodding before kissing her again. “Forever”.
WHAT IS IT ABOUT?
It’s about Sal and Grace’s unexpected acquaintance when she applies for a job at Sal family’s restaurant.
PLOT & PACING
Beautiful plot and atmosphere and very fast pacing.
THE CHARACTERS
Sal, like the rest of the Moreno family, did not disappoint. Even without the intensity and temper of his brothers, sister and Romero, he was amazing and very caring.
Also, I really admired Grace for her passion at cooking. Very inspiring!
WHAT I LOVED THE MOST ABOUT THE BOOK
How gentleman Sal was and how passionate Grace was about what she loves.
...Extra...
WHAT I LOVED THE MOST ABOUT THE SERIES?
I loved the fact that every time I picked up a book, I felt like I belonged with the family.
Like I was a part of it, too.
Imagine that. Being a part of the Moreno family…
FAVOURITE BOOK IN THE SERIES?
For some weird reason, when I firstly thought about it, Alex came to my mind but now it is impossible for me to decide. I loved the whole new Moreno family!
RECOMMENDED (TO):
Everyone!
August 15, 2019
Lo que más destaco de esta historia es que me he reído mucho con algunas escenas y la familia tan disparatada que tiene Romero y a la que Isabel no tiene nada que envidiar, porque los suyos también...
Como en las anteriores, lo que me resulta cansino son los celos absurdos. De verdad que a veces les ha faltado bastante madurez a los protagonistas... Y es justo en este punto donde libro tras libro (con excepción del de Álex y Valerie) la autora tropieza una y otra vez.
De no ser por las risas y las historias entrelazadas no le hubiera dado cuatro estrellas.
Mi puntuación un 7.
Como en las anteriores, lo que me resulta cansino son los celos absurdos. De verdad que a veces les ha faltado bastante madurez a los protagonistas... Y es justo en este punto donde libro tras libro (con excepción del de Álex y Valerie) la autora tropieza una y otra vez.
De no ser por las risas y las historias entrelazadas no le hubiera dado cuatro estrellas.
Mi puntuación un 7.
August 28, 2012
That's right I read the whole book on the day it came out! It was THAT good. Can't wait for Sal!!
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September 11, 2011Oh, I cannot wait to see this...
August 8, 2013
4th installment of the Moreno Brother's series. Although Romero is not a blood brother he is as close to it as it can get along with Alex.
Romero & Isabel's story is a cute one. Isabel comes from a good family with high standards. Isabel however is bored with the HIGH STANDARD kind of guy. They are boring to talk to, boring to sleep with, boring boring boring...... Isabel is not sure what she needs but boring is not it.
Romero is used to one-night stands, no strings attached woman, and no emotional attachments in his sex life. Not love life because it is just SEX life. Anyway, when he meets Isabel at Angel & Sarah's wedding shower he is smitten. No Romero can't stop thinking about her and he has no idea why.
Isabel meets Romero for the first time while attending a wedding shower with her best friend and roommate Valerie. At first Isabel is not sure what to make of Romero's personality. Romero is completely different from anyone she has ever meet. A little rude for her taste normally but she is loving the honesty & ability to just say what he feels at the time no holding back. She thinks about him for a couple of weeks after the shower and then she runs into him at the mall.
What are the chances? Slim. This had to be planned.
Romero and Isabel start dating and Isabel can't believe how wonderful Romero is or how much she loves him already. She knows her family is going to go a little nuts because he is not to their standards but she does not care. Her snobby sister Pat can just get over it. But Pat is a pushy woman. Pat is admit that Romero is bad news and that she needs to be with someone for like Jacob. Her ex from high school whom she dated for 2 long boring years. When Jacob & Isabel broke up they both agreed it was best.
Now Romero must impress her family or hope Isabel chooses him over her family. Romero only wants to protect Izzy, even if it is from her snobby sister.
Good story with romance, sex, love, passion, and a lot of self control.
Romero & Isabel's story is a cute one. Isabel comes from a good family with high standards. Isabel however is bored with the HIGH STANDARD kind of guy. They are boring to talk to, boring to sleep with, boring boring boring...... Isabel is not sure what she needs but boring is not it.
Romero is used to one-night stands, no strings attached woman, and no emotional attachments in his sex life. Not love life because it is just SEX life. Anyway, when he meets Isabel at Angel & Sarah's wedding shower he is smitten. No Romero can't stop thinking about her and he has no idea why.
Isabel meets Romero for the first time while attending a wedding shower with her best friend and roommate Valerie. At first Isabel is not sure what to make of Romero's personality. Romero is completely different from anyone she has ever meet. A little rude for her taste normally but she is loving the honesty & ability to just say what he feels at the time no holding back. She thinks about him for a couple of weeks after the shower and then she runs into him at the mall.
What are the chances? Slim. This had to be planned.
Romero and Isabel start dating and Isabel can't believe how wonderful Romero is or how much she loves him already. She knows her family is going to go a little nuts because he is not to their standards but she does not care. Her snobby sister Pat can just get over it. But Pat is a pushy woman. Pat is admit that Romero is bad news and that she needs to be with someone for like Jacob. Her ex from high school whom she dated for 2 long boring years. When Jacob & Isabel broke up they both agreed it was best.
Now Romero must impress her family or hope Isabel chooses him over her family. Romero only wants to protect Izzy, even if it is from her snobby sister.
Good story with romance, sex, love, passion, and a lot of self control.
March 9, 2012
Personally, though I like Elizabeth Reyes' writing and I thought i'd love Romero's character, I wasn't too crazy about his and Izzy's relationship. I always got the impression that Romero would be this all around tough headed goofball with a possesive streak, but this was way over the top (and I thought Alex had set the bar on that one). Though I wasn't a fan of Isabel's family (some of them, because I liked Art) or their opinion of Romero, I couldn't help but feel that they were justified in thinking Romero had more than just some anger issues and being so worried about their daughter. Also, I really got tired of the lack of trust between these two. That coiled with Romero's sudden outbursts made this relationship one of my least favorite in the series. In another review, someone compared this story to Beautiful Disaster by Jamie McGuire, and though this couple doesn't even begin to rival the ups and downs in Travis and Abby's relationship, Romero and Isabel's relationship is just as explosive. So if you enjoyed that book (which I did) then you'll enjoy this one. Still, it was nice to read Romero's story. The ending was hilarious and more than well deserved for Romero, and I liked getting to see some of the other characters in the series and how their stories have evolved. I'm now looking foward to Sal's story since we got a lot more character development from him in this book. I have a feeling I'll enjoy that one a lot more, since my favorites in this series have been the ones concerning the original Moreno brothers.
July 29, 2012
WOW, is what comes to mind after finishing the fourth book in the Moreno Brothers series. Just when I thought this series could not get any better, Romero's story comes along. In the earlier books we are introduced to Romero and Isabel's story but having it as the focus of a book was INCREDIBLE. When Romero appeared in the other books, I thought of him as the funny womanizer in Angel's group of friends but there is so much more to Romero which is discovered in this book, why he acts, speaks, and reacts the ways he does. This was one of my favorite books in this series (although I absolutely loved all of them). I especially enjoyed the concept that *SPOILER* Romero wanted that commitment soon after being with Isabel, yet Isabel was unsure about committing to Romero. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this addition to the Moreno Brothers series because of the always funny dialogue, well developed characters, and the many twists and turns/ups and downs throughout this book.
I highly recommend this book if you LOVE the Moreno Brothers series!!!
I highly recommend this book if you LOVE the Moreno Brothers series!!!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 26, 2012
Loved it as i knew i would..
Romero is a ladies man and is always one for nothing series when it comes to girls but in comes Isobel ( who is Valeries roommate) and she sparks his intrest like no woman ever has. But Isobel is so diffrent from him he really doesnt think he is good enough.
I dont want to give to much away beacuase i want everyone to go out and read this awsome book.
This relationship has its ups and downs and i loved it becuase Romero and Isobel are so diffrent that they make an awsome couple.
Once Again Elizabeth Reyes puts the characters through the ringer , which makes the story so much better. Like each relationship they have hurdles to get over and when they do they are all the stronger for it.
Elizabeth makes you fell what each character is feeling insecurity, passion, love, anger you name it i felt it.
One of my fav authors of all time and i would recommend all her books to everyone. Bring on the next one!!!
Romero is a ladies man and is always one for nothing series when it comes to girls but in comes Isobel ( who is Valeries roommate) and she sparks his intrest like no woman ever has. But Isobel is so diffrent from him he really doesnt think he is good enough.
I dont want to give to much away beacuase i want everyone to go out and read this awsome book.
This relationship has its ups and downs and i loved it becuase Romero and Isobel are so diffrent that they make an awsome couple.
Once Again Elizabeth Reyes puts the characters through the ringer , which makes the story so much better. Like each relationship they have hurdles to get over and when they do they are all the stronger for it.
Elizabeth makes you fell what each character is feeling insecurity, passion, love, anger you name it i felt it.
One of my fav authors of all time and i would recommend all her books to everyone. Bring on the next one!!!
July 20, 2012
Romero technically is not a Moreno but he definitely deserves to have his story told. He grew up with the Moreno brothers. Isabel is introduced to the Moreno family via Valerie at the wedding shower for Angel and Sarah. She was supposed to be introduced to Sal, the eldest Moreno brother. So glad that did not happen. I think Izzy and Romero are a great match. She is his calm to his storm. Their passion was undeniable. Their love making after an argument (mostly Romero’s temper) was hot and steamy. My oh my! This story had me laughing, crying and swooning. The struggles that Romero and Izzy dealt with showed that they can weather the storm. I loved Romero’s uncles Manny and Max. They had me in stitches. You get a better understanding of both Romero and Izzy from their families. Another wonderful story by Elizabeth. With each story you learn more and more about all the characters in this series.
January 5, 2013
Izzy and Romero
What happens when you get a short fused Alpha Male and a picture perfect school teacher together? Lots and lots of steam! Meddling parents, deception, the need to protect the one you love, and lots of humor describe the tale of the story of Izzy and Romero. And let me tell you, it doesn't disappoint. Although Romero isn't a true Moreno brother by blood, he has got all of the style of the Moreno's and grew up with them so, just like in any tight knit family, he is a Moreno brother in heart.
What happens when you get a short fused Alpha Male and a picture perfect school teacher together? Lots and lots of steam! Meddling parents, deception, the need to protect the one you love, and lots of humor describe the tale of the story of Izzy and Romero. And let me tell you, it doesn't disappoint. Although Romero isn't a true Moreno brother by blood, he has got all of the style of the Moreno's and grew up with them so, just like in any tight knit family, he is a Moreno brother in heart.
March 26, 2012
Romero was my favorite of The Moreno Brothers series. I've enjoyed all of the books but I really loved Romero. I like that all of Reyes' characters have real flaws and Romero is no exception. It was great to really see why he is the way he is, and as an added bonus his uncles are hilarious!! At first I was a bit worried because Romero wasn't depicted in the best light in the other books but this one will make you fall in love with him!
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October 28, 2011i loved this book, you really got to see Romero's life story. i'm so glad Elizabeth Reyes wrote this book. :D
**the only little thing i had a little "hmm" moment on was that Isabel knew Romero had an anger problem yet i never saw her talk to him about anger management classes.
all together i would read this over and over again
**the only little thing i had a little "hmm" moment on was that Isabel knew Romero had an anger problem yet i never saw her talk to him about anger management classes.
all together i would read this over and over again
February 2, 2012
WARNING: You will spend the whole duration of this book wanting oh so badly to slap Isabel's sister.
I loved this book, it was exciting, and so unpredicatble. But best of all, for all the hopeless romantics, just like myself, the ending does not disappoint.
I loved this book, it was exciting, and so unpredicatble. But best of all, for all the hopeless romantics, just like myself, the ending does not disappoint.
January 8, 2012
Enjoyed Romero, the manwhore that he was and Izzy his perfect woman. Even though his temper gets the best of him, he's level headed and thinks things thru. If I had a sister(Izzy's)like Pat, I would done smack her BIG time!
March 26, 2014
Oh how I love Romero, let me count the ways: he's hot, possessive, strong, demanding, domineering, crazy in love................ sigh I love Romero. I can re-read this book again and again.
October 26, 2011
Just spent a lovely three hours with Romero! Great addition to the series! Can't wait for Sal's story!
October 28, 2011
I loved Romero, Now I can't wait for Sal version.
November 1, 2011
Hmmmm...Romero was sooooooo hot, love this book! I reckon he's the hottest out of the Moreno brothers... Even though he's not a Moreno...love hot blooded Latino's...
April 12, 2012
Did anyone else notice that if you scramble the letters in "Romero" you get "Moreno"?? lol
April 23, 2013
3.5 stars
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