Twice Tempted

Tempted #2

by Elizabeth Kelly

Lucy Reid was attracted to her sexy new boss, Jason Young, from the first day she met him. Being trapped in an elevator together reveals his secret attraction to her, and they embark on a sizzling week-long affair. Lucy is adamant about keeping their relationship a secret from their coworkers. When Jason wants more, she must decide if dating her boss is worth risking her job and her reputation.

Author’s Note: Although “Tempted” was originally intended as a stand-alone short story, reader enthusiasm inspired me to write a second part to Lucy and Jason’s story. I hope you enjoy this short story and happy reading!

Genres: Romance, Contemporary, Erotica, Contemporary Romance, Erotic Romance, Novella, Short Stories

91 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 1, 2013

About the author

Elizabeth Kelly is a romance novelist who spends her days writing and pushing her cat Murray off the keyboard. She firmly believes that a person can survive solely on sushi and coffee, and only her husband's mad cooking skills prevents her from proving that theory.

She also writes contemporary and paranormal romance under her alter-ego "Ramona Gray".

Reviews

[Sania · Rating 3 out of 5]

Standalone/Cliffhanger: Standalone
Ages of H and h: 20s or 30s
Multi-Luv'n/Ménages: No
Was There Descriptive Sex: Yes
Descriptive Sex &/Or Drama Between H/h With OW/OM: No
>>If So, Before or After H/h Hookup: N/A
Contains Cheating: No
Amount of Sex In The Book: A decent amount.
HEA/HFN/etc Ending: HEA
Will This Meet My 'Safety Gang' Buddies' Approval: Yes
Any Triggers/Warnings: No
>>Detail: N/A
Do You Recommend This Book: Yes.
Will You Re-read This Book: Yes
Would You Read More Books By This Author: Yes

My Thoughts
Really quick read that's filled with smut and hits the spot for anyone who's in the mood for a read about sexual tension.

[Sandra · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great short read, continuation from Tempted. Lucy and Jason continue their relationship silently, but when Jason professes his love for Lucy she panics and tells him it is one sided... but it is not. She loves him but just can't admit it either to herself or Jason. He gets pissed and is extra mean to work, even more after one guy in the office hits on her and she agrees to go to the bar with him and the group. Jason over hears and demands she works late. She does and gets attacked in parking garage and Jason finds out from the boss in the morning. He is absolutely distraught and races to the hospital to take her home with him and care for her. In her drug enduced state she tells him that she does love him and she was just scared. Jason nurses her back to health and she returns to work. The teamgoes out to the bar and an explosion happens while Lucy was in the washroom with Penny. Everyone gets out safely but Jason is beside himself until he sees Lucy and they race into each others arms not caring that every now knows. Great story but the sex wasn't as good as the first book. That elevator scene was the BEST part in the first book, worth reading it for that alone.

[Ambrosia · Rating 3 out of 5]

This continuation of the story continued to be hot and sexy, but adds a little more plot development. Still entertaining though not too profound. There was one major - though not really important - discrepancy that irritated me. The hero, Jason, is the head of the company, and the heroine's direct supervisor, jerry,is second in command. At the end, however, It feels more like Jerry is the head and Jason reports to him. It wouldn't be as "feel good," if Jason had to report to a board of directors, but it would be more consistent.

[Tasha · Rating 2 out of 5]

To say I wasted my money is an understatement. I was so mad by the end of this book I could've slung my Kindle outside and busted it. It was a return of Lucy and Jason and their relationship. Sigh, Lucy did nothing but complain about not being pretty enought for Jason or she was afraid to say that she loved him too. It took and accident and pills to make her admit the truth. UGHHHH!!! I was disgusted by then and would've stopped reading but I had to finish it. Penny her one office friend made it funny.

[Djg · Rating 3 out of 5]

3 1/2 Stars. Sequel to Tempted.
I actually liked this more than the first story.
The characters evolved and Jason in particular became a hunky perfect hero.

[Alyssa · Rating 4 out of 5]

like the first book, this has been a reread. i have to admit this and the first book are my go to read when i want to read something short and sexy.

the sexy parts are still steamy and good. and the whole plot is pretty good too! this time it's more about their feelings thus making this romantic than erotic.

i just love Lucy and Jason's chemistry! it was said that this was the conclusion of the book and truthfully, it already was a good ending! but it's so amazing to have the third book! i'm excited! i can't help but have more of Jason and Lucy. and there's also a spin off story. looking forward to that one too.

Elizabeth Kelly is just superb with her writing style! i love the things that she adds. and i love hoe she writes the steamy scenes: detailed and enticing! but the way she wrote the progression of love in the story os heartfelt too. She's just a ver effective writer!

[Shawn Sluder · Rating 4 out of 5]

Story continues

Book 2 was much of the same. Lucy and Jason continue on with their adventures. On to Book 3. See How it ends.

[Vanessa · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some dramatic moments in between steamy moments

[Abi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quick and fun read. Continues the story of Lucy and Jason. We get to learn more about them and see them fall in love!

[Butterfly914 · Rating 3 out of 5]

Quick read and mostly all sex like the first book.

[Courtney · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars! Very good quick read! Just enjoyable, low angst, very quick “I love you”s but still a good palette cleanser series if you’ve just read something super angsty and emotionally tolling!!

[Sarah Odunsi · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love it

[Jaime · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was so excited for a second glimpse into Lucy and Jason's life because the first book left me wanting to know more. In fact, when I reviewed Tempted I practically screamed and cried for more of their story and I must say that Twice Tempted did not dissapoint me...at all.

This is the third book I've read by EK and I find that I rather enjoy her writing style. It flows well and paints a great picture without being overly wordy or discriptive. Its just right. It is error free, which is something that is often hard to find in todays books (I love a well edited book), but besides being edited properly this book is also well written. Just the right balance of steamy, with a dash of humor, and a bit of drama to kick it up a notch. Well that last sentence made me feel like Rachel Ray writing a recipe. Lol.

I wholeheartedly recommend these two novellas to anyone who likes a good short steamy read. If your not sure just pick up Tempted, its free on Nook and Kindle, and give this story and author a try. Hopefully you won't be dissapointed. I never am.

[Felicity Nichols · Rating 5 out of 5]

Twice Tempted continues Lucy and Jason's story. This sequel focuses more on the emotions of the characters. I was drawn in and didn't stop reading until I finished it.

Lucy is determined to keep her relationship a secret from her coworkers. She doesn't want them to think she gets special treatment for sleeping with her boss. She is falling in love with Jason but is too scared to admit to him.

Jason loves Lucy and is determined to make sure their relationship lasts. He wants Lucy to himself and keeps her close. After a tragic event happens, he takes care of Lucy full time. He realizes how much he has grown to love and cherish Lucy.

Twice Tempted was an excellent story, I felt a strong connection to the characters. I could strongly relate to Lucy's feelings. I highly recommend Twice Tempted.

[Joan Clark · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed Tempted and was excited to read Twice Tempted. Twice Tempted was even better than I expected. We saw different sides of the characters in more non-sexual situations. I fell in love with these characters. We witness a vulnerability in Jason I never expected. His depth and three-dimensional appearance were really fleshed out in this sequel. Lucy is strong, hilarious, and confident. We see these qualities amplified exponentially in this book. The sex appeal and scorching hot loving was not amiss in this book. This book is highly sexual and had me panting in multiple scenes. I hope we see more from this couple. I received this book in exchange for an honest review and I can't express how spectacular I found this read. It is a sequel and Tempted must be read first.

[Cheryl(cherber) · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG xoxox

OMG xoxox

this was the best darn romance series I've read in a long time. I gave a great review for the first book "tempted" but "twice tempted" was TWICE as good! once in awhile I get in the mood for a sappy romance book but this tempted series was the best I've read in a long time. it was a change from the erotic romance,zombie apocalypse,paranormal genre I usually read thanks Elizabeth Kelly for bringing romance back. if you like a great romance with hot sex, real characters and real like story and a sweet ending get the tempted and twice tempted series yo won't regret it, I promise!!

[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received an advanced author’s copy of the 3 book bundle in exchange for my honest review. I read Breathless before these, not knowing it was apart of this world/series. So going back was a nice way to tie in that little bit of back story. First off Jason and Lucy are a hot and intense couple. Several issues and situations are in their way, but it can't keep them apart. I couldn't put it down. I felt for the characters and can easily see both their point of views. The bundle helps with a smooth read through from start to finish. These two can't stay away from each other and you son't want them to!

[Elizabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

I downloaded Tempted for free and really loved it. Just loved Lucy and Jason's chemistry. It was just one of those quick, feel good reads that made me smile (oh, and had a really hot, hot elevator scene!). So when I saw this sequel, I just couldn't help it, I wanted more of those warm fuzzy feelings I got from reading Lucy and Jason's story. And I really loved this second book! Again, for a short read, it was really good! Lucy is a crack up! I just smiled the whole time I read this. Ah, and Jason, such a great guy! Bad enough to keep the tension going, but good enough to just make you swoon.

[Brendy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ok I've waited long enough in order to read this book, I even go re-reading the first book, just to refresh up the history line of the book, and that was such a great idea.
Anyway, it's actually a story about an office relationship with all the pros and cons, so I guess if anyone is considering having a fling or a relationship in work, this would actually be a REALLY good guide to it.
A few hot sex scenes and I think that would be all, oh yeah a heroine that isn't described as if she had a model-type body, that's good.

[Ada P. Leong]

Love it as well!

2 books that I love and can't wait to read my next Elizabeth
Kelly book. No dull moment as well for this book and purely romantic. No hard drama here but what can I say... nothing beats a good book with a happy ending. Will there be a third book for Ms Reid and Mr Young? Probably with a third party from someone's past this time to complicate the two lovebirds' lives? Love it. Thanks for the good read Ms Kelly. :)

[Marie · Rating 1 out of 5]

The first novella is pretty awesome and hot as hell. I really enjoyed it and was frustrated that there wasn't a nice wrap up at the end. Anyway, I bought the other two books in the series and I was pretty pissed. They are both novellas that were a waste of money. They do not add anything to Jason's and Lucy's story. All three novellas do not even add up to one full length novel. I was extremely disappointed. Oh, and the sex sucks in the last two too.

[Sam Callaghan · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great sequel. Wish it has been longer because I do like Lucy and Jason as a couple.
When Lucy lies to Jason in a panic he sets about protecting himself by being even meaner to her than before.
When his jealousy gets Lucy injured they both realise that their mistakes have cost them precious time.
Can an explosion being them together?

[Jacqueline Dorsey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nice read but too. Short


story could have been longer
I would have liked more interactions between the two maybe there will be a third part .to be honest part one and two could have been combined.

[Shardae · Rating 5 out of 5]

A steamy read (not for kids)

Absolutely loved Twice Tempted a hot and steamy read with a romantic hero. Because the story is so short I don't want to give anything away, but stories like this make me wish I had curves to speak of.

[Katerina · Rating 4 out of 5]

The continuation of Lucy´s and Jason´s Story.
Some steam, a twist, and in the end all is wrapped up nicely...
SIGH!

[Abbycrystal22 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Happy that Lucy and Jason got their HEA. They deserve it but this book also had me wanting more! *Hint hint, nudge nudge*

[Patty · Rating 3 out of 5]

I found this to be a little rushed, but still a good story!

[Steph · Rating 3 out of 5]

Book 1 and book 2 are fun reads.

[Lorrie · Rating 5 out of 5]

A little longer than the first but not by much but still hot. Loved the ending but felt the story could've went on a little more

[Christine · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very sweet continuation of the first...