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Ross Siblings #3.5
Light Me Up
Please note: This is a short sequel to “Rock Me” that was originally published in the 2012 anthology, A Very Naughty Xmas. There have been no substantial changes made to the content.
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He's planning a night that's anything but silent...
Candace Andrews is dreaming of a little sparkle in her Christmas stocking this year, and now that she and Brian Ross have been living together for over a year, her overbearing family is getting impatient for him to pop the question. She isn’t worried so much about pleasing them anymore, but pleasing Brian is another matter entirely…
The night of the Andrews Christmas party, Brian has plenty of sexy tricks up his sleeve. But there’s one gift that would truly make this a Christmas Candace will never forget—the promise of a lifetime with the man she loves. Is he ready to give it to her?
WARNING: Contains explicit sex, graphic language.
__________________________
He's planning a night that's anything but silent...
Candace Andrews is dreaming of a little sparkle in her Christmas stocking this year, and now that she and Brian Ross have been living together for over a year, her overbearing family is getting impatient for him to pop the question. She isn’t worried so much about pleasing them anymore, but pleasing Brian is another matter entirely…
The night of the Andrews Christmas party, Brian has plenty of sexy tricks up his sleeve. But there’s one gift that would truly make this a Christmas Candace will never forget—the promise of a lifetime with the man she loves. Is he ready to give it to her?
WARNING: Contains explicit sex, graphic language.
58 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 2, 2013
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About the author
Cherrie Lynn
20 books4,880 followersCherrie Lynn has been a CPS caseworker and a juvenile probation officer, but now that she has come to her senses, she writes contemporary and paranormal romance on the steamy side. It's *much* more fun. She's also an unabashed rock music enthusiast, and loves letting her passion for romance and metal collide on the page.
When she's not writing, you can find her reading, listening to music or playing with her favorite gadget of the moment. She's also fond of hitting the road with her husband to catch their favorite bands live.
Cherrie lives in East Texas with said husband and their two kids, all of whom are the source of much merriment, mischief and mayhem. You can reach her at cherrie@cherrielynn.com, at the various social networking sites, or right here. She loves hearing from readers!
When she's not writing, you can find her reading, listening to music or playing with her favorite gadget of the moment. She's also fond of hitting the road with her husband to catch their favorite bands live.
Cherrie lives in East Texas with said husband and their two kids, all of whom are the source of much merriment, mischief and mayhem. You can reach her at cherrie@cherrielynn.com, at the various social networking sites, or right here. She loves hearing from readers!
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February 27, 2015
Review originally posted for the anthology A Very Naughty Xmas .
5 SHINING STARS
I really enjoyed this glimpse into Brian and Candace's future (Rock Me). Light Me Up was a delightful and steamy little gem that reminded me why Brian is one of my all-time favorite swoonalicious heroes. As for Candace, well, I adored her in this novella. She finally became the girl Brian deserved. I absolutely love these two characters, their relationship, and this novella. I will most definitely be reading it again for the smile I know it'll put on my face, and, of course, for more Brian.
5 SHINING STARS
I really enjoyed this glimpse into Brian and Candace's future (Rock Me). Light Me Up was a delightful and steamy little gem that reminded me why Brian is one of my all-time favorite swoonalicious heroes. As for Candace, well, I adored her in this novella. She finally became the girl Brian deserved. I absolutely love these two characters, their relationship, and this novella. I will most definitely be reading it again for the smile I know it'll put on my face, and, of course, for more Brian.
August 31, 2013
I'm sending a HUGE shout out to my girl, Kristen - THANK YOU!!!
I loved this story and I'm not sure why I took so long to read it, but I'm glad I finally did.
See, Kristen and I were chatting on the phone and we had a conversation that went something like this:
Kristen - Have you read the Ross series... you know the one... with Brian and Candace?
Me - (I immediately think "apadravya" and my heart skips a beat) Yeah, by Cherrie Lynn. I love that series
Kristen - Did you read Light Me Up? The one where they get engaged?
Me - No, I didn't.
Kristen - You should read it.
Me - Yeah?
Kristen - Yeah, you should read it.
Me - It's good?
Kristen - (chuckles) Oh yeah, it's good. (more chuckles) It's really hot.
Me - I got my iPad right here. Let me check Amazon.
Kristen - It's really good.
Me - I'm checking...
Kristen - You'll love it.
Me - .99 cents? Done!
My Review:
Just buy the book. It's hot, it's romantic, it's funny. If you haven't read the series you can still enjoy this short story, and if you're a fan but, like me, hadn't/haven't read it yet, just do it. You will NOT regret it!
Thanks for the nudge, Kristen!
Want to know what an apadravya is?
WARNING!!! EXPLICIT PENIS PICTURE
Wiki Article and Image of an Apadravya - a Penis Piercing
WARNING!!! EXPLICIT PENIS PICTURE
August 17, 2013
Light Me Up...set me on FIRE!!!
It's all about Brian. No one holds a candle to him. He is the MAN! *swoon sigh faint*! That's it, I got nothing else!
April 23, 2013
ahhh, I never get enough of Brian and Candace. I just saw this short story the other day and knew I needed to fit it in ASAP!! It was such a great addition to Brian and Candace's story. I loved it.
"Me and you?" he said, giving the first line of their favorite motto. "Against the world," she finished. Always.
"Me and you?" he said, giving the first line of their favorite motto. "Against the world," she finished. Always.
May 9, 2013
5 stars!
Oh my God, Brian Ross, you are absolute PERFECTION!!! I knew I loved that man, this just reinforced it.
"Her mind was blank and her heart and body ruled. And those? They were his property."
A short, and insanely steamy little read overloaded with gorgeously swoony moments between Brian and Candace that had me alternately laughing and fanning myself, and an absolutely epic finish that had me squeeing out loud. So gorgeous, I even teared up.
. Candace is a very lucky girl. *sigh*
Oh my God, Brian Ross, you are absolute PERFECTION!!! I knew I loved that man, this just reinforced it.
"Her mind was blank and her heart and body ruled. And those? They were his property."
A short, and insanely steamy little read overloaded with gorgeously swoony moments between Brian and Candace that had me alternately laughing and fanning myself, and an absolutely epic finish that had me squeeing out loud. So gorgeous, I even teared up.
. Candace is a very lucky girl. *sigh*
September 9, 2013
Short, sweet and spicy. Perfect!
April 14, 2013
Hmmm...more Brian. That's enough for me!
May 2, 2013
I fell in love with Cherrie Lynn after reading her book, Rock Me.
In fact, I featured this book in the 18 and Over Book Blogger Follow. I absolutely loved and adored the main character, Brian Ross--tattoo artist extraordinaire--who also sported a very special piercing. **AHEM** Think lower regions.
So, I had to add Light Me Up to my TBR pile. And I was not disappointed. Brian and Candace were such an endearing couple to read about and there was a family resolution that helped bring their story to a close. Sigh.
Candace and Brian's relationship has grown stronger and weathered many family differences. They are living together, committed, and in love.
Only one thing would make it perfect--an engagement ring.
The night of the family Christmas party brings those feelings to a head when Candace's mother asks her if the two ever plan to marry and even suggests that maybe Candace should pop the question.
But Candace is afraid to bring it up. Things have been going so good, and she doesn't want to put any pressure on Brian.
This novella delivers a great ending--it highlights Brian's romantic side as well as his kinky sexy side. And my only complaint is that I wish I could have had more.
Here's a little snippet:
In fact, I featured this book in the 18 and Over Book Blogger Follow. I absolutely loved and adored the main character, Brian Ross--tattoo artist extraordinaire--who also sported a very special piercing. **AHEM** Think lower regions.
So, I had to add Light Me Up to my TBR pile. And I was not disappointed. Brian and Candace were such an endearing couple to read about and there was a family resolution that helped bring their story to a close. Sigh.
Candace and Brian's relationship has grown stronger and weathered many family differences. They are living together, committed, and in love.
Only one thing would make it perfect--an engagement ring.
The night of the family Christmas party brings those feelings to a head when Candace's mother asks her if the two ever plan to marry and even suggests that maybe Candace should pop the question.
But Candace is afraid to bring it up. Things have been going so good, and she doesn't want to put any pressure on Brian.
This novella delivers a great ending--it highlights Brian's romantic side as well as his kinky sexy side. And my only complaint is that I wish I could have had more.
Here's a little snippet:
"Not much longer, babe."
"Then you'll f**k me?"
"Jesus. You have to ask?"
"No, I just like to."
He didn't look up. "Fair enough. I like to answer.Yes, I'll f**k you."
"Hard?"
"Like you're unbreakable."
April 9, 2013
Hot, hot, hawt! Nice closure, at least to the point where Ms. Lynn has brought us. "I foresee good things..." Having read "Ghost" ~ another home-run! ~ and then come back to read this, it was nice to hear how Ghost and Macy's relationship is progressing as well as Brian and Candace's. This was a very satisfying read.
This is another one of my authors (KA, Lauren Dane, Lisa Renee Jones,JR Ward,Karen Marie Moning, Jacqueline Frank, Nora Roberts, Sable Hunter, Melissa Cutler, Heidi McLaughlin, RC Matheson, Olivia Cunning, SC Stephens, Donna McDonald...) whom I'll buy without hesitation; you just know anything they write is going to be a home-run!
This is another one of my authors (KA, Lauren Dane, Lisa Renee Jones,JR Ward,Karen Marie Moning, Jacqueline Frank, Nora Roberts, Sable Hunter, Melissa Cutler, Heidi McLaughlin, RC Matheson, Olivia Cunning, SC Stephens, Donna McDonald...) whom I'll buy without hesitation; you just know anything they write is going to be a home-run!
June 13, 2013
Fantastic epilogue like novella.
I thought I had read this already, but I was obviously WRONG because DAMN!!! I have missed Brian Ross so much and this just stoked that fire and reminded me that I need a Rock Me reread.
I thought I had read this already, but I was obviously WRONG because DAMN!!! I have missed Brian Ross so much and this just stoked that fire and reminded me that I need a Rock Me reread.
April 27, 2013
Outstanding! I loved the chemistry between Candace and Brian in "Rock Me" and it was just as hot in "Light Me Up"! If you've not yet read the "Ross Sibling Series"....do it and you'll be glad you did!
May 1, 2013
It was so good see more of Brian!! Okay, and Candace too.
This short story has the steam that Cherrie Lynn got us used to (ie...very good!) and a very sweet marriage proposal.
If you liked "Rock Me" this is a must-read.
And let's be honest... since when read more of Brian is a waste of time? :)
This short story has the steam that Cherrie Lynn got us used to (ie...very good!) and a very sweet marriage proposal.
If you liked "Rock Me" this is a must-read.
And let's be honest... since when read more of Brian is a waste of time? :)
June 14, 2013
Nice little ending to Brian and Candace's story. Oh, and PC rating? A FIVE! ROFLMAO :)
September 20, 2017
Love Brian and Candace!!! This is like a cute little epilogue. I would have wished for a tiny bit more but that could be because I love this story so much ❤
June 12, 2014
In this short story, Lynn gives us a very sweet and juicy morsel. I love that we get to see a little more about Brian and Candace's relationship, especially that wonderful ending!
We're back with Brian and Candace, a couple weeks before Christmas. While they've been together for about a year and a half and are both very happy with their relationship, they're both getting pressure from family to get married. And if Candace is being honest with herself, she longs for a ring on her finger. But is Brian ready to make that move?
A few comments:
1. I love that Candace is way more confident. She asserts herself to her mom, telling her to back off and stop pushing the marriage thing.
And Candace is certainly not afraid to tell Brian what she wants in the bedroom!
2. Brian sketching naked Candace, a la Titanic:
B: "Not much longer babe."
C: "Then you'll fuck me... Hard?"
B: "Like you're unbreakable." *FAINTS*
3.
C: "Brian, please, please."
B: "That's real sweet. I like that."
C: "Yeah? I like orgasms. I want to have this one." lololololol
4. The proposal is perfection!!!!!!!!!!!!!! A black diamond and black gold is so badass!
B: "I need for you to vow in front of me and God and everyone that you'll be only mine for the rest of your life." *weeping*
5. And the family dinner at the end :)))))
I'm not ready to let go of Brian and Candace! I'm BEGGING for a novella featuring their wedding and (more importantly) their HOT honeymoon!
Definitely give this a read folks!
We're back with Brian and Candace, a couple weeks before Christmas. While they've been together for about a year and a half and are both very happy with their relationship, they're both getting pressure from family to get married. And if Candace is being honest with herself, she longs for a ring on her finger. But is Brian ready to make that move?
A few comments:
1. I love that Candace is way more confident. She asserts herself to her mom, telling her to back off and stop pushing the marriage thing.
And Candace is certainly not afraid to tell Brian what she wants in the bedroom!
2. Brian sketching naked Candace, a la Titanic:
B: "Not much longer babe."
C: "Then you'll fuck me... Hard?"
B: "Like you're unbreakable." *FAINTS*
3.
C: "Brian, please, please."
B: "That's real sweet. I like that."
C: "Yeah? I like orgasms. I want to have this one." lololololol
4. The proposal is perfection!!!!!!!!!!!!!! A black diamond and black gold is so badass!
B: "I need for you to vow in front of me and God and everyone that you'll be only mine for the rest of your life." *weeping*
5. And the family dinner at the end :)))))
I'm not ready to let go of Brian and Candace! I'm BEGGING for a novella featuring their wedding and (more importantly) their HOT honeymoon!
Definitely give this a read folks!
June 14, 2014
Short story featuring Brian and Candace from 'Rock Me'. They have now been dating for 18 months. They live together, work together and her snobby family are finally coming around to Brian. Candace's awful mother from the first story has now softened remarkably! The story starts as they are attending Candace's parents Christmas party. Candace is feeling a bit flustered and we soon find out why hence the title of 'light me up'!
This book is a lot sexier and hotter than Rock Me and features anal sex. We get lots of declarations of love and lots of sex. Brian has a very special Christmas present for Candace which will please all the fans of this story.
For fans of Seth and Macy from 'Leave me Breathless'. They don't feature in this story but they are mentioned and sounds like they are living happily ever after. The author is currently writing a prequel to their story.
This book is a lot sexier and hotter than Rock Me and features anal sex. We get lots of declarations of love and lots of sex. Brian has a very special Christmas present for Candace which will please all the fans of this story.
For fans of Seth and Macy from 'Leave me Breathless'. They don't feature in this story but they are mentioned and sounds like they are living happily ever after. The author is currently writing a prequel to their story.
November 13, 2025
Brian and Candace are back and ready to celebrate their second Christmas together. Candace's mother questions their relationship once again and puts fear into Candace's head that Brian isn't in the same place emotionally that she might be. Candace longs for a ring, but Brian may have other plans this Christmas.
I freaking LOVE Brian and Candace. This story is short, but it is fantastic! Another great Cherrie Lynn work, but it's just not enough! I don't think I'll ever get enough of this Ross boy!
Update: a friend was talking about Brian’s Bff Ghost and I immediately needed a visit to my favorite Dermamania couple. *sigh*
I freaking LOVE Brian and Candace. This story is short, but it is fantastic! Another great Cherrie Lynn work, but it's just not enough! I don't think I'll ever get enough of this Ross boy!
Update: a friend was talking about Brian’s Bff Ghost and I immediately needed a visit to my favorite Dermamania couple. *sigh*
April 19, 2013
SEXY SHORT STORY
This is a follow up to Rock Me featuring Brian and Candace. They have been living together for some time now. It's Christmas and they are attending Candace's parents Christmas party. They are more accepting of Brian than in the beginning of the relationship, but Candace's mother still has a problem which she voices. But Candace has learnt to stand up to her mother more now.
But the sex in this between the lovers in really hot. With a big surprise for Candace Christmas morning. Enjoyed this it was nice to catch up with this couple.
This is a follow up to Rock Me featuring Brian and Candace. They have been living together for some time now. It's Christmas and they are attending Candace's parents Christmas party. They are more accepting of Brian than in the beginning of the relationship, but Candace's mother still has a problem which she voices. But Candace has learnt to stand up to her mother more now.
But the sex in this between the lovers in really hot. With a big surprise for Candace Christmas morning. Enjoyed this it was nice to catch up with this couple.
April 23, 2013
This was a quick and sexy little bit of time spent with Brian and Candace and all their yummy piercings, you all know what I'm talking about *wink*!! I didn't realize how much I had missed these two!! If you are a fan of the Ross siblings then you can't miss out on this one! Grab it, it's worth it!!
June 11, 2013
***SWOONTASTIC***
Apologies to the gorgeous men of Virgin River, Lucky Harbor, Destiny, Club Shadowlands and about a billion other sex-god-filled series, but I think that Brian may be my fav hero ever.
It might be the piercing... :)
Apologies to the gorgeous men of Virgin River, Lucky Harbor, Destiny, Club Shadowlands and about a billion other sex-god-filled series, but I think that Brian may be my fav hero ever.
It might be the piercing... :)
April 18, 2014
Brian turned out to be such a sweet, adorable hero!!
February 20, 2018
LOVE THE COVER!
I really liked this prequel to Leave me Breathless but it was unnecessary. Leave Me Breathless was FREAKIN AMAZING and sexy as f**k! I would have rather had more of the LMB story. Maybe even an epilogue letting us know about their life together. Maybe marriage or babies? I do recommend this book because it gives you alittle extra insight into how Ghost and Macy met and also how Brian and Candace came together. But LMB was definitely all that was needed to Ghost and Macy's story because it was set your crotch on fire Smokin Hot!
I really liked this prequel to Leave me Breathless but it was unnecessary. Leave Me Breathless was FREAKIN AMAZING and sexy as f**k! I would have rather had more of the LMB story. Maybe even an epilogue letting us know about their life together. Maybe marriage or babies? I do recommend this book because it gives you alittle extra insight into how Ghost and Macy met and also how Brian and Candace came together. But LMB was definitely all that was needed to Ghost and Macy's story because it was set your crotch on fire Smokin Hot!
September 4, 2019
Hot, sweet sequel
I loved getting to meet Brian and Candace in Rock Me and loved this continuation of their story just as much. This was short but sweet and you can definitely see and feel the love between the characters.
I loved getting to meet Brian and Candace in Rock Me and loved this continuation of their story just as much. This was short but sweet and you can definitely see and feel the love between the characters.
May 30, 2019
So perfect for what is was:)
June 30, 2019
Far to short. Good book but far to short.
Lots of hanky panky but that’s mostly it. Frist book
About them was more details about their lives
Lots of hanky panky but that’s mostly it. Frist book
About them was more details about their lives
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March 23, 2020Live Candice and Brian!!
I loved this short book!! I want more! Candice finding she's prego and how protective Brian is with his new family! I need more!
I loved this short book!! I want more! Candice finding she's prego and how protective Brian is with his new family! I need more!
December 21, 2023
Shortie follow up from book #2. It's been a long time since I read it, and don't remember much, but I still enjoyed this quick Christmas story about Candace and Brian.
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