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Weakness #2
Weak Without Him
"Love is an emotion that will destroy you if you let it. It can ruin your life or create a new one. Jealousy isn't much different."
Jennifer Downs treads in dangerous waters.
Finnley Felton is unaware.
With the help of Lady Luck, they will make it through.
Or will they?
Texas is nothing compared to Vegas but among the bright lights and busy streets, Jennifer discovers who she is. Her life has changed, and for better or worse, she continues to live like tomorrow will never come.
Sabotage. Hatred. Betrayal.
Although love is beautiful and kind, it comes with consequences.
Jennifer finds herself fighting. Fighting for her rights, for love, for Finnley, and for her life.
Hearts may be broken.
Lives will change.
But the ultimate question remains: can love win all?
Jennifer Downs treads in dangerous waters.
Finnley Felton is unaware.
With the help of Lady Luck, they will make it through.
Or will they?
Texas is nothing compared to Vegas but among the bright lights and busy streets, Jennifer discovers who she is. Her life has changed, and for better or worse, she continues to live like tomorrow will never come.
Sabotage. Hatred. Betrayal.
Although love is beautiful and kind, it comes with consequences.
Jennifer finds herself fighting. Fighting for her rights, for love, for Finnley, and for her life.
Hearts may be broken.
Lives will change.
But the ultimate question remains: can love win all?
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April 2, 2014
Book – Weak Without Him (Weakness #2)
Author – Lyra Parish
Publication Date – April 2, 2014
Type – Part of Series
Genre – Romance/New Adult
Rating – 4 out of 5 Stars
Complimentary Copy provided by Author (Release Blitz) in exchange for an honest review.
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Well I do have to say that I was surprised with this little gem. When I first started reading it – I was thinking it wouldn’t be able to top the first book in the series and it was just going to consist of Jennifer and Finnley broadening their relationship…..never did I imagine all the drama these two would encounter. Never a dull moment in the life of Jennifer Downs and Finnley Felton.
Yes, there were times I really got pissed off at Jennifer and her childish ways when dealing with Finnley – but there were also times that I got so frustrated at Finnley for not exposing his true self or admitting his true feelings. I get it that Finnley was hesitant because of past hurts and Jennifer in turn had to come to terms with Finnley’s business but hell, if they could just understand the simple term of COMMUNICATION…almost all of this drama would have never happened.
These two are a match which should take place inside of boxing ring – who will gain control of the relationship? Who will bend first? Who will finally admit that this is love?
And Luke…don’t even get me started on him….there was one point in the book that I was flabbergasted – I couldn’t believe it.
I love how the author kept the reader on their toes throughout this whole story. You wouldn’t be able to take a break from reading because by the next page, there was a new drama unfolding. Definitely a page turner and I can’t wait for the third book to come out now!!
Re-Cap
Jennifer is fired as an escort from The Elite – Jesse has no problems whatsoever in delivering the news to her. Is Finnley done with Jennifer now? What happens next?
After Jennifer proclaims her love to Finnley – he just wants to see where this will go, no commitments, no words of romance – sex just sex and lots of sex. Jennifer doesn’t feel comfortable with this and her take on the whole thing is well, if Finnley doesn’t want a commitment, then she can do whatever she wants. The first thing she wants is to get herself settled in Vegas with a new home and start looking for a job.
Finnley has other plans for her though and now begins the game of cat and mouse – but who is the cat and who is the mouse? Finnley keeps messing up or Jennifer keeps jumping to wrong conclusions which just makes any chance of a solid relationship turn into a clusterfuck.
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Author – Lyra Parish
Publication Date – April 2, 2014
Type – Part of Series
Genre – Romance/New Adult
Rating – 4 out of 5 Stars
Complimentary Copy provided by Author (Release Blitz) in exchange for an honest review.
Review
Well I do have to say that I was surprised with this little gem. When I first started reading it – I was thinking it wouldn’t be able to top the first book in the series and it was just going to consist of Jennifer and Finnley broadening their relationship…..never did I imagine all the drama these two would encounter. Never a dull moment in the life of Jennifer Downs and Finnley Felton.
Yes, there were times I really got pissed off at Jennifer and her childish ways when dealing with Finnley – but there were also times that I got so frustrated at Finnley for not exposing his true self or admitting his true feelings. I get it that Finnley was hesitant because of past hurts and Jennifer in turn had to come to terms with Finnley’s business but hell, if they could just understand the simple term of COMMUNICATION…almost all of this drama would have never happened.
These two are a match which should take place inside of boxing ring – who will gain control of the relationship? Who will bend first? Who will finally admit that this is love?
And Luke…don’t even get me started on him….there was one point in the book that I was flabbergasted – I couldn’t believe it.
I love how the author kept the reader on their toes throughout this whole story. You wouldn’t be able to take a break from reading because by the next page, there was a new drama unfolding. Definitely a page turner and I can’t wait for the third book to come out now!!
Re-Cap
Jennifer is fired as an escort from The Elite – Jesse has no problems whatsoever in delivering the news to her. Is Finnley done with Jennifer now? What happens next?
After Jennifer proclaims her love to Finnley – he just wants to see where this will go, no commitments, no words of romance – sex just sex and lots of sex. Jennifer doesn’t feel comfortable with this and her take on the whole thing is well, if Finnley doesn’t want a commitment, then she can do whatever she wants. The first thing she wants is to get herself settled in Vegas with a new home and start looking for a job.
Finnley has other plans for her though and now begins the game of cat and mouse – but who is the cat and who is the mouse? Finnley keeps messing up or Jennifer keeps jumping to wrong conclusions which just makes any chance of a solid relationship turn into a clusterfuck.
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August 12, 2016
I received a copy of Weak Without Him from Lyra in return for an honest review.
Let’s set the scene…..
So within the first couple of pages there is Jesse standing there with that smirk on her face and I was instantly drawn right back into Jennifer's world. I opened the door with Jennifer on page two and it was also instant, Iwanted to smack that grin right off Jesse's face too. The next minute I'm questioning Finnleys actions, there’s doubt creeping in and Jennifer and indeed me are already sweating it and cripes we haven't even got to the end of page 4!
So from all this I could pretty much guess that I was going to be a bit of a rollercoaster ride. By a chance meeting with Jennifer, Luke is back on the scene too and this has you starting to wonder….. and then we’re jetting off to Paris and then London and still wondering......
It was great getting to see another side of Finnley, yeah he's still taking no sass from Jennifer and she's still giving it like a pro. Finnley shows us a domesticated side, one that isn't balls to the wall jet setter/dominator and Owner of The Elite. Then just as it settled down to a gentler pace - BAM - Lyra sent that next shocker! This is what I love, I’ve settled in, it's going at a nice romantic pace and then freakin hell, you feel thrown into a different lane and this lane has a whole different aura to it. It’s now become darker, edgier and now simply too hard to put down. The dual perspectives I loved again during this book but were definitely an added benefit and especially helped with the momentum throughout this flying by the seat of your pants section.
The enemies in Weak Without Him are awesome – they are deliciously, awesomely nasty-ass baddies! For a while too you really won’t know who the real enemy is and it all adds to the OMFG of it! I just love it when that happens!
I do think I should say that although you know from Weak For Him that Lyra writes strong scenes and edgy romances, heck it all started with The Elite and high class prostitution. But the world of The Elite are like unicorn and rainbows compared to the Underground world that gets visited in Weak Without Him. Me I loved the EXTRA edginess and seediness of what goes on!
Everything in Weak Without Him falls into place perfectly, the story flowed, there's no plot stutters, no waffle, it's all relevant and books written like this and delivered like this, well they deserve no less than 4 stars, but I'm going with 4.5 stars (not going to go with 5 as that'll go to Lyra's head and I need to keep her wondering what she can do to get a 5 out of me! ;0) )
Let’s set the scene…..
'you're fired'
So within the first couple of pages there is Jesse standing there with that smirk on her face and I was instantly drawn right back into Jennifer's world. I opened the door with Jennifer on page two and it was also instant, Iwanted to smack that grin right off Jesse's face too. The next minute I'm questioning Finnleys actions, there’s doubt creeping in and Jennifer and indeed me are already sweating it and cripes we haven't even got to the end of page 4!
So from all this I could pretty much guess that I was going to be a bit of a rollercoaster ride. By a chance meeting with Jennifer, Luke is back on the scene too and this has you starting to wonder….. and then we’re jetting off to Paris and then London and still wondering......
In the distance, I caught a glimpse of the steel beams of the tower
It was great getting to see another side of Finnley, yeah he's still taking no sass from Jennifer and she's still giving it like a pro. Finnley shows us a domesticated side, one that isn't balls to the wall jet setter/dominator and Owner of The Elite. Then just as it settled down to a gentler pace - BAM - Lyra sent that next shocker! This is what I love, I’ve settled in, it's going at a nice romantic pace and then freakin hell, you feel thrown into a different lane and this lane has a whole different aura to it. It’s now become darker, edgier and now simply too hard to put down. The dual perspectives I loved again during this book but were definitely an added benefit and especially helped with the momentum throughout this flying by the seat of your pants section.
The sharpness of the blade skimmed my face......
The enemies in Weak Without Him are awesome – they are deliciously, awesomely nasty-ass baddies! For a while too you really won’t know who the real enemy is and it all adds to the OMFG of it! I just love it when that happens!
I do think I should say that although you know from Weak For Him that Lyra writes strong scenes and edgy romances, heck it all started with The Elite and high class prostitution. But the world of The Elite are like unicorn and rainbows compared to the Underground world that gets visited in Weak Without Him. Me I loved the EXTRA edginess and seediness of what goes on!
For the first time, I felt helpless and broken.
Everything in Weak Without Him falls into place perfectly, the story flowed, there's no plot stutters, no waffle, it's all relevant and books written like this and delivered like this, well they deserve no less than 4 stars, but I'm going with 4.5 stars (not going to go with 5 as that'll go to Lyra's head and I need to keep her wondering what she can do to get a 5 out of me! ;0) )
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April 11, 2014
No Longer Weak is coming soon!
April 7, 2014
I was a huge fan of the first book in this series, Weak For Him, so when the opportunity came around to read the second one, I was all over that! Unfortunately, this book falls short of the entertainment and complexity of the first book.
Weak Without Him picks up right where the last book leaves off, with Jennifer being fired from The Elite for essentially breech of contract because she is no longer a virgin. For the sake of not wanting to spoil any of the plot, let’s just say that there are ulterior reasons for firing Jennifer, and don’t worry because it looks like Jennifer and Finn are going to make a go of it. It also felt like maybe the author was trying to answer some of the questions that were asked by reviewers whom may have rated the first book lower. For instance:
“Why did you strip in my office so willingly? Or agree to sell your virginity? Normal, logical people don’t do things like that. You’re a smart intelligent woman, and it seems out of character, almost unrealistic in a sense.” “Sometimes a person does something just to do it. I don’t understand why that’s so hard to understand…”
I thought we had a pretty good idea of why Jennifer did the things she did in the first book. It seemed strange to rehash an old argument. And what a strange discussion to have with a former employee, didn’t he have an entire staff of women that stripped in his office, including some that had been virgins as well? Was Jennifer the only intelligent one?
For perhaps the first 2/3 of the book there is a lot of back and forth between Jennifer and Finn, and a lot of he said/she said, lack of communication, kind of angsty stuff going on, which got to be a little tiresome. It’s not until we’re left with only 1/3 of the book that things really start to get interesting, however the event that happens (again, no spoilers!) seems really out of place in the book….it just didn’t seem like we made a natural progression from point A to point B to the conclusion.
The plot twists that did take place were doozies though, that’s for sure! There will be one that you’ll see coming that started brewing in the first book, but then there is another one that will knock your socks off! I was certainly kept on the edge of my seat, but it happened so late in the book that it almost felt like too little too late.
Maybe it is that the first book was that good that I had such high hopes for this one, but for me, this was a three and a half star read. In the first book we had more depth, both in character and storyline development, whereas this once just seemed a bit more rushed. I did enjoy and I will certainly stick around for the last installment of the series, No Longer Weak, comes out later this year.
Weak Without Him picks up right where the last book leaves off, with Jennifer being fired from The Elite for essentially breech of contract because she is no longer a virgin. For the sake of not wanting to spoil any of the plot, let’s just say that there are ulterior reasons for firing Jennifer, and don’t worry because it looks like Jennifer and Finn are going to make a go of it. It also felt like maybe the author was trying to answer some of the questions that were asked by reviewers whom may have rated the first book lower. For instance:
“Why did you strip in my office so willingly? Or agree to sell your virginity? Normal, logical people don’t do things like that. You’re a smart intelligent woman, and it seems out of character, almost unrealistic in a sense.” “Sometimes a person does something just to do it. I don’t understand why that’s so hard to understand…”
I thought we had a pretty good idea of why Jennifer did the things she did in the first book. It seemed strange to rehash an old argument. And what a strange discussion to have with a former employee, didn’t he have an entire staff of women that stripped in his office, including some that had been virgins as well? Was Jennifer the only intelligent one?
For perhaps the first 2/3 of the book there is a lot of back and forth between Jennifer and Finn, and a lot of he said/she said, lack of communication, kind of angsty stuff going on, which got to be a little tiresome. It’s not until we’re left with only 1/3 of the book that things really start to get interesting, however the event that happens (again, no spoilers!) seems really out of place in the book….it just didn’t seem like we made a natural progression from point A to point B to the conclusion.
The plot twists that did take place were doozies though, that’s for sure! There will be one that you’ll see coming that started brewing in the first book, but then there is another one that will knock your socks off! I was certainly kept on the edge of my seat, but it happened so late in the book that it almost felt like too little too late.
Maybe it is that the first book was that good that I had such high hopes for this one, but for me, this was a three and a half star read. In the first book we had more depth, both in character and storyline development, whereas this once just seemed a bit more rushed. I did enjoy and I will certainly stick around for the last installment of the series, No Longer Weak, comes out later this year.
March 31, 2014
ARC GIVEN TO ME BY AUTHOR FOR AN HONEST REVIEW
5- Absolutely breathtaking, exciting, and never a dull moment. LOVED IT!
Move out Fifty Shades of Grey hello Weakness Trilogy.
I can't tell you how much I love this trilogy. Lyra Parish is amazing.
And here I thought that Weak For Him was amazing but Weak Without Him is mind-blowing a total mind f**k.
Honestly I fell hard for both Finnley and Luketon than when i decided I loved both, I had my mind blown. This book is a total roller coaster.
I smiled, I laughed, I cried it took my life and turned it upside down. my emotions after reading this book was so raw that I needed a couple days to put my life back together.
For this being Lyra Parish's second book I have to say it's amazing, beautifully written and I cannot waite until she release more books. because to be truthful I will buy every single one of her books and I don't even care what they are about.
I highly recommend this book and series you will not be disappointed.
5- Absolutely breathtaking, exciting, and never a dull moment. LOVED IT!
Move out Fifty Shades of Grey hello Weakness Trilogy.
I can't tell you how much I love this trilogy. Lyra Parish is amazing.
And here I thought that Weak For Him was amazing but Weak Without Him is mind-blowing a total mind f**k.
Honestly I fell hard for both Finnley and Luketon than when i decided I loved both, I had my mind blown. This book is a total roller coaster.
I smiled, I laughed, I cried it took my life and turned it upside down. my emotions after reading this book was so raw that I needed a couple days to put my life back together.
For this being Lyra Parish's second book I have to say it's amazing, beautifully written and I cannot waite until she release more books. because to be truthful I will buy every single one of her books and I don't even care what they are about.
I highly recommend this book and series you will not be disappointed.
March 30, 2014
Review to come.
October 2, 2014
***Received an ARC copy of Weak Without Him by the author, Lyra Parish, in exchange for an honest review***
5 Crazy Suspenseful Stars
I originally fell in love with Lyra Parish when I read Weak for Him and she has made me fall a little bit harder! I absolutely LOVED Weak Without Him. From the moment I started Weak Without Him I was hooked and didn’t put it down until the very last page. WWH took me on a crazy emotional roller coaster ride and I loved every minute of it. This book had the perfect combination of love, lust, angst, and suspense. I love Lyra’s writing style and will definitely be reading everything that she writes.
Weak Without Him picks up where Weak for Him left off. It’s been a few days since Jennifer gave Finnley her virginity when Jesse shows up telling her that she has been fired and is to be escorted off the premises immediately and report to Mr. Felton’s office. Just when she is thinking Finnley is about to kick her to the curb, he shocks her by asking her to move in with him. But both of them have very different ideas about what this means for their future.
Jennifer believes that Finnley is finally accepting her love and this is the beginning of their relationship. She is quickly corrected and told that though Finnley enjoys having Jennifer around she is to be kept a secret and hidden in the dark and if she doesn’t like it she knows where the door is. Devastated but not willing to be anyone’s secret Jennifer leaves. I love how strong Jennifer is and even though she loves Finnley with all her heart, she knows she deserves more than how he is treating her and isn't willing to settle for less. Finnley quickly realizes what an ass he is and apologizes and is able to win Jennifer back.
“Sometimes I hated myself for being weak, for giving in to Finnley Felton, but another part of me reveled in his touch and in the fact that he wanted and had me.”
But sadly this couple has a huge issue with communication with results in a lot of drama and misunderstandings which causes Jennifer to run and seek comfort from the one person she probably shouldn’t, Luketon Brand, Finnley’s brother. Needing a break from her relationship issues Jennifer jets off to Paris with Luke. And that’s when all hell breaks loose.
WWH takes a shocking turn that I did not see coming. I don't want to reveal too much because I think the shock value and all that happens makes the story that much better. I will say that I was on the edge of my seat freaking the hell out not knowing who to trust and questioning everything I thought I knew about some of the characters.
Weak Without Him doesn’t necessarily end in a cliffhanger but is left open with issues that still need to be resolved before Finnley and Jennifer can get their HEA.
I can’t wait to see what happens in No Longer Weak!!
My 5 star review of Weak for Him
5 Crazy Suspenseful Stars
I originally fell in love with Lyra Parish when I read Weak for Him and she has made me fall a little bit harder! I absolutely LOVED Weak Without Him. From the moment I started Weak Without Him I was hooked and didn’t put it down until the very last page. WWH took me on a crazy emotional roller coaster ride and I loved every minute of it. This book had the perfect combination of love, lust, angst, and suspense. I love Lyra’s writing style and will definitely be reading everything that she writes.
Weak Without Him picks up where Weak for Him left off. It’s been a few days since Jennifer gave Finnley her virginity when Jesse shows up telling her that she has been fired and is to be escorted off the premises immediately and report to Mr. Felton’s office. Just when she is thinking Finnley is about to kick her to the curb, he shocks her by asking her to move in with him. But both of them have very different ideas about what this means for their future.
Jennifer believes that Finnley is finally accepting her love and this is the beginning of their relationship. She is quickly corrected and told that though Finnley enjoys having Jennifer around she is to be kept a secret and hidden in the dark and if she doesn’t like it she knows where the door is. Devastated but not willing to be anyone’s secret Jennifer leaves. I love how strong Jennifer is and even though she loves Finnley with all her heart, she knows she deserves more than how he is treating her and isn't willing to settle for less. Finnley quickly realizes what an ass he is and apologizes and is able to win Jennifer back.
“Sometimes I hated myself for being weak, for giving in to Finnley Felton, but another part of me reveled in his touch and in the fact that he wanted and had me.”
But sadly this couple has a huge issue with communication with results in a lot of drama and misunderstandings which causes Jennifer to run and seek comfort from the one person she probably shouldn’t, Luketon Brand, Finnley’s brother. Needing a break from her relationship issues Jennifer jets off to Paris with Luke. And that’s when all hell breaks loose.
WWH takes a shocking turn that I did not see coming. I don't want to reveal too much because I think the shock value and all that happens makes the story that much better. I will say that I was on the edge of my seat freaking the hell out not knowing who to trust and questioning everything I thought I knew about some of the characters.
Weak Without Him doesn’t necessarily end in a cliffhanger but is left open with issues that still need to be resolved before Finnley and Jennifer can get their HEA.
I can’t wait to see what happens in No Longer Weak!!
My 5 star review of Weak for Him
April 3, 2014
Ooooh Finn; you made me swoon, laugh, giggle, and day-dream all at ones. I love his character and in Weak Without Him we got to know him a bit more –not only through Jenn’s pov but also through his. YES, WWH is written in dual pov and I freaking loved it. But also his brother Luke gave some sweet details about Finn away ;) He’s a man with many faces, which I love every single one of them.
Jenn and Finn’s growing relationship was joy to read; I loved their back and forth; their snarky remarks; challenging each other. Both are stubborn and strong willed and it was a give and take between them. They were yelling at each other, ignoring the other one, and teasing the crap out of each other. Tension – pure tension. But when they cooled off the reunion was sugar sweet ;)
Lyra put some twists and turns in it as well as some ‘slap-you-in-the-face’ surprises – I mean, damn I didn’t see that coming or expected it. So yeah I was surprised. But one surprise made me smile so hard my face hurt *swoon*
"You'll be the and of me, Miss Downs. You will be the fucking end of me." "You were the beginning of me, Mr. Felton." aaaawww!!
She wrote with Weak Without Him a great sequel. I’m an even bigger fan of Finn than before. Her writing was stronger than in book two and before you wonder why I give it (only) 4 stars I’ve to mention I’ve received an ARC (advanced reader copy) and while reading it I know Lyra made some changes; changes I thought were necessary, as in more showing than telling. Certain parts of the book needed more conversations, less rushing (especially the last 20%), more feelings. Until around 70% the book was a 4.5 read for me but then it was a bit too fast – I wished for more development by adding more background infos, more dialogues, more ‘why the hell did you do that’ toward the end.
But as mentioned, it was an ARC and I know she made changes so I’m positive that it’s now a 4.5 if not a 5 star read for me – so don’t worry about it ;)
Oh btw, I loved and ruled for Finn’s brother Luke in book 1 –so no, I haven’t forgotten him and no Lyra didn’t just cut him out - but after the stunt he pulled in this book, no mister, not anymore. I saw a side of Luke that made me shudder and even though I somewhat understand why he did certain things (all for the show), for me it was too real and I think we got a glimpse of his real persona –dude, you’re NOT TO BE TRUSTED! No matter how hot you’re nope, nope.
Oh one more thing, don’t think Finn and Jenn got rid of miss bitchy Jesse, she has some tricks up her sleeve that make you want to choke and burry her alive –just you wait and see *grin*
I’m looking forward to read more of Lyra’s books, especially in her Weakness series and recommend her series – so keep on writing missy :)
Jenn and Finn’s growing relationship was joy to read; I loved their back and forth; their snarky remarks; challenging each other. Both are stubborn and strong willed and it was a give and take between them. They were yelling at each other, ignoring the other one, and teasing the crap out of each other. Tension – pure tension. But when they cooled off the reunion was sugar sweet ;)
Lyra put some twists and turns in it as well as some ‘slap-you-in-the-face’ surprises – I mean, damn I didn’t see that coming or expected it. So yeah I was surprised. But one surprise made me smile so hard my face hurt *swoon*
"You'll be the and of me, Miss Downs. You will be the fucking end of me." "You were the beginning of me, Mr. Felton." aaaawww!!
She wrote with Weak Without Him a great sequel. I’m an even bigger fan of Finn than before. Her writing was stronger than in book two and before you wonder why I give it (only) 4 stars I’ve to mention I’ve received an ARC (advanced reader copy) and while reading it I know Lyra made some changes; changes I thought were necessary, as in more showing than telling. Certain parts of the book needed more conversations, less rushing (especially the last 20%), more feelings. Until around 70% the book was a 4.5 read for me but then it was a bit too fast – I wished for more development by adding more background infos, more dialogues, more ‘why the hell did you do that’ toward the end.
But as mentioned, it was an ARC and I know she made changes so I’m positive that it’s now a 4.5 if not a 5 star read for me – so don’t worry about it ;)
Oh btw, I loved and ruled for Finn’s brother Luke in book 1 –so no, I haven’t forgotten him and no Lyra didn’t just cut him out - but after the stunt he pulled in this book, no mister, not anymore. I saw a side of Luke that made me shudder and even though I somewhat understand why he did certain things (all for the show), for me it was too real and I think we got a glimpse of his real persona –dude, you’re NOT TO BE TRUSTED! No matter how hot you’re nope, nope.
Oh one more thing, don’t think Finn and Jenn got rid of miss bitchy Jesse, she has some tricks up her sleeve that make you want to choke and burry her alive –just you wait and see *grin*
I’m looking forward to read more of Lyra’s books, especially in her Weakness series and recommend her series – so keep on writing missy :)
April 10, 2020
I was gifted a copy in exchange for an honest review.
I will also apologize how all over the place this review is, but that’s kind of how the book left me when I was finished.
I will start off by saying; I really HATED Finnley in the first book. Even though he is sexy as sin, he absolutely pissed me off; and if he was real, I’d probably kick him in the balls. But after reading this book, he has definitely grown on me.
I really liked how in this book, you got to see through Finnley’s eyes. I think that’s what helped the most to understand how he worked. You also got to see a completely different side of him that we never saw in the first book.
This story starts off where Weak with Him left off (so if you haven’t read that one yet, you need to). Now here I was still pretty pissed at Finnley, and it carried over with how he treated Jennifer after their hot night of explosive sex. After pretty much being told that she was Finnley’s “greatest kept secret” Jennifer decided she was out of there. Well wouldn’t you be if the man you were falling for didn’t want anyone to know that you were together?
But as always Jennifer falls back into FInnley’s arms after he comes after to and tries to start again.
Throughout the book, you pretty much are taken on the emotional roller coaster that is Jennifer Downs. She is in love with Finnnley (but doesn’t realize it) and isn’t sure what to do with her feelings. However after a series of incidents she finally realizes that no matter what, she can’t live without Finnley. He is the air that she breathes, and with out that, she is weak.
Finnley.. Awwww Finnley, I like you sooo much better after this book! You really don’t know how much he holds back until you actually get to see his POV. And what he does for Jennifer at the end, totally proves that he isn’t the total ass I thought he was.
Towards the end of the story there is a huge WTF moment. At first, you wonder: “why did she do this? It doesn’t make any sense with what’s going on in the story” But after you think about what job Finnley holds and look back into what happened before this point, it makes sense (Sorry guys, I not sure exactly sure what to say about that without giving to much away). At this point you get to see how much of a bad boy Finnley really is (and this makes him even hotter)..
After everything that they have to go through, do Finnley and Jennifer finally break down each other walls so that they can be together? Or do they keep playing the cat and mouse game that could end up totally ruining their relationship forever?
I will say, I’m pretty excited to see what happens next with Finnley and Jennifer in No Longer Weak!
I will also apologize how all over the place this review is, but that’s kind of how the book left me when I was finished.
I will start off by saying; I really HATED Finnley in the first book. Even though he is sexy as sin, he absolutely pissed me off; and if he was real, I’d probably kick him in the balls. But after reading this book, he has definitely grown on me.
I really liked how in this book, you got to see through Finnley’s eyes. I think that’s what helped the most to understand how he worked. You also got to see a completely different side of him that we never saw in the first book.
This story starts off where Weak with Him left off (so if you haven’t read that one yet, you need to). Now here I was still pretty pissed at Finnley, and it carried over with how he treated Jennifer after their hot night of explosive sex. After pretty much being told that she was Finnley’s “greatest kept secret” Jennifer decided she was out of there. Well wouldn’t you be if the man you were falling for didn’t want anyone to know that you were together?
But as always Jennifer falls back into FInnley’s arms after he comes after to and tries to start again.
Throughout the book, you pretty much are taken on the emotional roller coaster that is Jennifer Downs. She is in love with Finnnley (but doesn’t realize it) and isn’t sure what to do with her feelings. However after a series of incidents she finally realizes that no matter what, she can’t live without Finnley. He is the air that she breathes, and with out that, she is weak.
Finnley.. Awwww Finnley, I like you sooo much better after this book! You really don’t know how much he holds back until you actually get to see his POV. And what he does for Jennifer at the end, totally proves that he isn’t the total ass I thought he was.
Towards the end of the story there is a huge WTF moment. At first, you wonder: “why did she do this? It doesn’t make any sense with what’s going on in the story” But after you think about what job Finnley holds and look back into what happened before this point, it makes sense (Sorry guys, I not sure exactly sure what to say about that without giving to much away). At this point you get to see how much of a bad boy Finnley really is (and this makes him even hotter)..
After everything that they have to go through, do Finnley and Jennifer finally break down each other walls so that they can be together? Or do they keep playing the cat and mouse game that could end up totally ruining their relationship forever?
I will say, I’m pretty excited to see what happens next with Finnley and Jennifer in No Longer Weak!
June 24, 2014
3.5 out of 5 Stars
Jennifer Downs never thought that she would end up in the bed of her boss, the same that made it his business to sell young women's virginity, included hers. However, there is something about Finnley Felton one cannot turn away from, and it makes her strong enough to brave her enemies and although unintentionally, to disappoint those who believed they had a future with her.
However, the happy end is not yet in sight and betrayal soon rears its ugly head with only one thing in nind: destroy Jennifer and Felton's newfound happiness.
Please note that Weak Without Him is Part 2 of the Weakness series and cannot be read as a standalone. Also be aware that this is totally a 50 Shades Of Grey / The Arrangement type of book with lots of suspense and a real dark and sexual side that revolves around human trafficking and sex trafficking, so make sure you feel comfortable with those subjects.
To be very honest with you, I really had high expectations from the first book, because I really loved alpha Finnley, feisty Texas-girl Jennifer and the rather unusual storyline. However, I found the first part of this book rather boring, because now that Finnley and Jennifer found each other, the first half of the book is only about them driving each other crazy - and not the good kind! And that really made me hate Jennifer: she gets mad at the lightest misunderstanding, acts totally out of proportion, and suddenly - after all her being angry and pissed - she dismissed the whole thing and goes back to normal until everything starts anew.
And Finnley, well he's being turned into an average 50 Shades guy, covering Jennifer in great clothes, fancy cars, and lingerie. Sorry, but *yawn* ...
But then, towards the middle of the book, the story takes somewhat of an unexpected turn, when a major event happens that really keeps you glued to the book - this makes up nicely for the boring beginning, but I'm giving the overall book only 3.5 stars as the ending was once again... boring and predictable.
Weak Without Him doesn't end with a cliffhanger, and perhaps leads on to a rather dull 3rd book in the series, unless Lyra Parish can get another twist into the story. No matter what, I will check it out, since I am confident this has potential, even if it lacks in execution here and there :)
Jennifer Downs never thought that she would end up in the bed of her boss, the same that made it his business to sell young women's virginity, included hers. However, there is something about Finnley Felton one cannot turn away from, and it makes her strong enough to brave her enemies and although unintentionally, to disappoint those who believed they had a future with her.
However, the happy end is not yet in sight and betrayal soon rears its ugly head with only one thing in nind: destroy Jennifer and Felton's newfound happiness.
Please note that Weak Without Him is Part 2 of the Weakness series and cannot be read as a standalone. Also be aware that this is totally a 50 Shades Of Grey / The Arrangement type of book with lots of suspense and a real dark and sexual side that revolves around human trafficking and sex trafficking, so make sure you feel comfortable with those subjects.
To be very honest with you, I really had high expectations from the first book, because I really loved alpha Finnley, feisty Texas-girl Jennifer and the rather unusual storyline. However, I found the first part of this book rather boring, because now that Finnley and Jennifer found each other, the first half of the book is only about them driving each other crazy - and not the good kind! And that really made me hate Jennifer: she gets mad at the lightest misunderstanding, acts totally out of proportion, and suddenly - after all her being angry and pissed - she dismissed the whole thing and goes back to normal until everything starts anew.
And Finnley, well he's being turned into an average 50 Shades guy, covering Jennifer in great clothes, fancy cars, and lingerie. Sorry, but *yawn* ...
But then, towards the middle of the book, the story takes somewhat of an unexpected turn, when a major event happens that really keeps you glued to the book - this makes up nicely for the boring beginning, but I'm giving the overall book only 3.5 stars as the ending was once again... boring and predictable.
Weak Without Him doesn't end with a cliffhanger, and perhaps leads on to a rather dull 3rd book in the series, unless Lyra Parish can get another twist into the story. No matter what, I will check it out, since I am confident this has potential, even if it lacks in execution here and there :)
April 2, 2014
I have patiently been waiting for the release of this book and let me tell you, Lyra didn't disappoint at all. This book picks up where Weak For Him left off, where Finn fired Jennifer after FINALLY getting together. I couldn't wait to see their relationship develop and for Jennifer to break down Finn's walls so he could love again.
What I didn't expect, was all the twists and turn that were thrown in. Relationships aren't easy to begin with. When you add the fact that Finn is CEO of the Elite (something Jennifer is VERY well acquainted with), his walls , Jennifer's insecurities, a jealous co-worker, and Luke's attraction, you have one amazing story.
We get to see another side of Finn. Finn outside of his stuffy businessman facade. He still needs smacked a few times. But he's learning. He's not been willing to share that part of himself since the death of his wife. Jenn has to be a very patient woman or very much in love, to be willing to put up with him during this time.
This story takes on a dark twist, one that I was totally not expecting. I wasn't expecting it to be all ribbons and rainbows, but...what a plot twist. It turned poor Jenn's world upside down and left her not knowing who she could trust. Once that part started, I would NOT put my Kindle down. I needed to know everything would turn out OK. I was so afraid that there would be a cliffhanger ending. This would have been a perfect book for a cliffhanger. But, luckily, it's not. All the loose ends aren't tied up yet, but I finished the book with a smile on my face and the belief that everything will work out in the end.
What I didn't expect, was all the twists and turn that were thrown in. Relationships aren't easy to begin with. When you add the fact that Finn is CEO of the Elite (something Jennifer is VERY well acquainted with), his walls , Jennifer's insecurities, a jealous co-worker, and Luke's attraction, you have one amazing story.
We get to see another side of Finn. Finn outside of his stuffy businessman facade. He still needs smacked a few times. But he's learning. He's not been willing to share that part of himself since the death of his wife. Jenn has to be a very patient woman or very much in love, to be willing to put up with him during this time.
This story takes on a dark twist, one that I was totally not expecting. I wasn't expecting it to be all ribbons and rainbows, but...what a plot twist. It turned poor Jenn's world upside down and left her not knowing who she could trust. Once that part started, I would NOT put my Kindle down. I needed to know everything would turn out OK. I was so afraid that there would be a cliffhanger ending. This would have been a perfect book for a cliffhanger. But, luckily, it's not. All the loose ends aren't tied up yet, but I finished the book with a smile on my face and the belief that everything will work out in the end.
April 18, 2014
I must say this book didn't go the way I thought it would. Jennifer was fired by Finley but that didn't put a damper on their romance. Though somehow between the firing and getting kicked out of the mansion she moved in with him without any idea what that meant until she got there. After a day out with him she realizes that he isn't the man she thought he was and decides to find a place of her own. Things between her and Luke are still tense as feelings are still raw but she can't deny her feelings for the older brother. It seems that Finley and Jennifer was back were left them but one misunderstanding blew that up and next thing you know there is ocean between them. Through some scheming on Finley's part they are reunited and once torn apart through an evil plot. Nope I can't even give that away because I myself didn't see it coming. Finding out that Finley had secret life before he became CEO was surprising. I very much look forward to the next installment. As a hope their enemy is dealt with once and for all and finally Luke will find the love he truly deserves. Although I know that Jennifer didn't mean to hurt him the fact that it happened to such a loving guy as Luke broke my heart. If anyone is deserving of love its Luke.
March 25, 2014
I received this book from the author Lyra Parish in exchange for an honest review. Like the first book in this series Weak for Him, I absolutely loved Weak Without Him! It had everything I love plus some. It had love, angst, shock and awe. I loved that it actually made me feel things like anger towards the characters so much that I wanted to reach in the book and slap them. Lol I thought that WWH was very well rounded and written. I can't think of anything bad to say about it and that's always good. I had a love hate relationship with the main female character Jennifer Downs throughout this book and I can't think of any other main female characters that I have had that connection to, so that is awesome
In itself. This book made me feel like I was there with the characters and going through the things they were going through and I love when that happens. I cannot wait until the next book "No Longer Weak" there was no cliffhanger in Weak Without Him, but it will leave you wanting more...way more. Congrats yet again to the amazing author Lyra Parish for putting out such an amazing piece of literature.
In itself. This book made me feel like I was there with the characters and going through the things they were going through and I love when that happens. I cannot wait until the next book "No Longer Weak" there was no cliffhanger in Weak Without Him, but it will leave you wanting more...way more. Congrats yet again to the amazing author Lyra Parish for putting out such an amazing piece of literature.
September 1, 2016
After giving her virginity to Finnley Felton, Jennifer Downs received her pink slip from Elite. When he told her she was fired, she thought he was kidding. Well, apparently not. Much to her surprise the bearer of the official news was Jessica, the bitch, with a wicked grin on her face, that said "you are fired now fuck off." Losing her job, meant losing her home as well. No longer an Elite girl, meant no longer living with them. Or Finn. Finnley was happy to fire Jennifer. She was his and he would not share her. He would also protect her from being sued for breaking her contract. He wanted her away from Elite, but not away from him. And Finn always gets what he wants. Even when his brother wants her too. The second installment of Finnley and Jennifer's story moves their relationship forward. But not without the hurdles of jealousy, insecurities and growing pains familiar to two people new to love and to each other. Except that's not all they face. Not when others will do anything and everything to keep them apart or are willing to kill trying.
March 24, 2014
I'd loved book one so was really looking forward to this book. It started out well, lots of sass and sarcasm, each trying to prove they were in control. Jennifer is so bloody stubborn there were times I wanted to slap her, yet others where I applauded her decisions. I was about half way through wondering where the story was going to go when wham! Never saw that coming... And for the rest of the book I was left shocked, doubting, double guessing, disbelieving even.
Absolutely brilliant book, I honestly couldn't put it down no matter how tired I was, just one more chapter... Say that enough times and suddenly you're at the end of the book.
I know only a small number of blogs received this book as an Arc and I'm truly honoured to have been one of the ones selected. I also had an amazing and extremely enjoyable reading experience with this book. I wholeheartedly recommend that you read it.
Absolutely brilliant book, I honestly couldn't put it down no matter how tired I was, just one more chapter... Say that enough times and suddenly you're at the end of the book.
I know only a small number of blogs received this book as an Arc and I'm truly honoured to have been one of the ones selected. I also had an amazing and extremely enjoyable reading experience with this book. I wholeheartedly recommend that you read it.
July 19, 2015
Mixed feelings for this one. I was really pissed at Jennifer because she was always running away instead of trying to work things out with Finnley. That frustration was forgotten when things got really bad and I only remembered it later when I was writing the review. Finnley and Jennifer have a very powerful enemy who has some really strong motives and won't hesitate to do anything.
To say that Jennifer's future wasn't looking good is an understatement. Their enemy is crazy and powerful which is not a great combination, but it guarantees that the story will keep the reader's interest. Luke should get his own story, even though I lost some of my warm feelings for him during this story. He tried to be altruistic, but to me it seemed as if he decided you keep the truth to himself for his own selfish reasons. He should have said something to Finnley because he was miserable.
To say that Jennifer's future wasn't looking good is an understatement. Their enemy is crazy and powerful which is not a great combination, but it guarantees that the story will keep the reader's interest. Luke should get his own story, even though I lost some of my warm feelings for him during this story. He tried to be altruistic, but to me it seemed as if he decided you keep the truth to himself for his own selfish reasons. He should have said something to Finnley because he was miserable.
April 18, 2014
Amazing, A-MA-Z-I-N-G follow-up.
Weak Without Him took a very interesting turn and totally a good one. I really wasn’t expecting anything quite like this. It kept me up all night. I got so involved in the characters and invested in the story that I simply couldn’t put it down.
This series has everything you could possibly ask for. Hot sex, amazing characters, drama, angst, twists and turns and original plot.
I found myself lost in Jennifer and Finnley´s story, not wanting it to end. Good thing is that there is more.
Lyra writing style captivated me once again. She was bit by bit peeling the layers of their story and with each next one peeled I was pulled deeper and deeper in the story.
Go read this both books. You won’t be disappointed.
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>>>Complimentary copy provided in exchange for an honest review<<<
Weak Without Him took a very interesting turn and totally a good one. I really wasn’t expecting anything quite like this. It kept me up all night. I got so involved in the characters and invested in the story that I simply couldn’t put it down.
This series has everything you could possibly ask for. Hot sex, amazing characters, drama, angst, twists and turns and original plot.
I found myself lost in Jennifer and Finnley´s story, not wanting it to end. Good thing is that there is more.
Lyra writing style captivated me once again. She was bit by bit peeling the layers of their story and with each next one peeled I was pulled deeper and deeper in the story.
Go read this both books. You won’t be disappointed.
≧◔◡◔≦ 5 ✰ read ≧◉◡◉≦
>>>Complimentary copy provided in exchange for an honest review<<<
March 27, 2014
I couldn't put this book down... Even when I had to I was thinking about it.. The story of Jennifer and Finley continues right where book 1 ended, Finley and Jen had consummated their relationship and now what do they do... Well drastic times call for drastic measures, the ball is set in place and though finely thinks he's doing the right thing by keeping their relationship a secret we soon find out that it's not the case. We all know that Jesse has more than a business interest in Finley but does he have one with her?
This book brings back key players like Luke and Lori but also adds new ones as well.. Abbott for one is from Finley's past.
With Jennifer's temper and sarcastic mouth there is bound to be trouble but you also see love in an awesome form.. This is a must read series by miss parish❤️ Tara
This book brings back key players like Luke and Lori but also adds new ones as well.. Abbott for one is from Finley's past.
With Jennifer's temper and sarcastic mouth there is bound to be trouble but you also see love in an awesome form.. This is a must read series by miss parish❤️ Tara
May 6, 2014
OMG! Lyra Parish blew me away with part 2, she shocked me in Weak For Him and I really didn't think she could so that twice but WOW, I didn't see it coming and well, it just blew me away. I know that is redundant. We start out with Jennifer being fired and Jesse being way too smug about it. From here there are the normal struggles for two people starting a relationship where communication breaks down and misunderstandings happen but then smack, just as they seem to be getting things on track there is a great twist about half way through the book. The last half is tension filled as you try to figure out who to believe and well, what will happen. Go, buy and read this series … you won't be disappointed. Oh, and the kitchen christening will melt your panties!
April 13, 2014
OMG! Lyra Parish blew me away with part 2, she shocked me in Weak For Him and I really didn't think she could so that twice but WOW, I didn't see it coming and well, it just blew me away. I know that is redundant. We start out with Jennifer being fired and Jesse being way too smug about it. From here there are the normal struggles for two people starting a relationship where communication breaks down and misunderstandings happen but then smack, just as they seem to be getting things on track there is a great twist about half way through the book. The last half is tension filled as you try to figure out who to believe and well, what will happen. Go, buy and read this series … you won't be disappointed. Oh, and the kitchen christening will melt your panties!
August 28, 2014
I found myself kidnapped by Lyra Parish's Weak Without Him, I could not escape until the last work and even then my thoughts were seized by realization that there is one more book to this amazing love story.
Lyra Parish gives the reader these wonderfully human characters that have pasts they struggle with, flaws and doubts. Who have this electric chemistry that sets off sizzling hot sex to full blow out confrontations. While reading their story you're sometimes frustrated, sometimes smiling, you feel their heart ache and their happiness. And you question the people around them wondering who to trust when Finn and Jennifer's lives take a dark turn.
Completely addicting leaving me wanting more, can't wait for No Longer Weak
April 5, 2014
Ok where do I begin? Should I start by saying how much I LOVED this book!!! Jennifer and Finnley's story continues, and believe me it does not disappoint. In this book we learn more about Finnley. Everyone of their scenes together are scorching hot. As I read the book there was not one emotion that I didn't feel for this couple. And of course there's a twist that will leave your mouth hanging open!!!! I can not even to begin to say how much I will be stalking until the third book comes out. BTW Just wondering will there ever be a book for Abbot or Luketon? Nothing like a Hot, British Bad boy to make the temperature rise in the room. Lyra Parish you're an amazing writer!!
April 1, 2014
Weak Without Him is the second book in the Weakness series. It is not a stand alone. you must read Weak For Him first. Weak Without Him starts where Weak For Him left off. It is a great second book.
I loved the first book so of course this one hooked me right from the beginning.
At some points I was annoyed with some of the actions of the characters. There where time I was like seriously did that just happen. There are a few shocking twists that I never expected. In the end Lyra pulled it all together perfectly.
This is a must read. There is no cliffhanger but we will get a book three.
I loved the first book so of course this one hooked me right from the beginning.
At some points I was annoyed with some of the actions of the characters. There where time I was like seriously did that just happen. There are a few shocking twists that I never expected. In the end Lyra pulled it all together perfectly.
This is a must read. There is no cliffhanger but we will get a book three.
March 1, 2015
The reason I thought this book was even better than book one is because I felt that Ms Parish had settled into the storytelling. She had found her style and she had planned the story out.
It is a good book because just when you think there's a resolution BAM there's a huge curve ball thrown in and it throws you off your seat! I never for a second worked out that was going to happen! I like books that keep me guessing and this certainly did that.
The story flowed much better in this book and the author has certainly grown since book 1.
It is a good book because just when you think there's a resolution BAM there's a huge curve ball thrown in and it throws you off your seat! I never for a second worked out that was going to happen! I like books that keep me guessing and this certainly did that.
The story flowed much better in this book and the author has certainly grown since book 1.
April 9, 2014
I just received this book as a birthday gift but I would have purchased it. This is the second book of the series. I absolutely love it, in this book there are still tons of insecurities between the the both of them (Finnley & Jennifer). He knows what love this but with Jennifer its different. She doesn't know what love is but knows that she cant live without him. In this one there love, hatred, & betrayal. There is so much more. I would recommend this book and the series....
September 17, 2014
Well I couldn't wait to start this book and it did take a turn later in the book. To bad its not all done because more crazy will happen with these women. One thing that got me is Abbie I don't understand what she was trying to do with Finn and if I was Jennifer I wouldn't trust her ass. I was shocked about one person who was involved with messing with Jennifer. I am glad about the ending.
April 22, 2014
I'm glad this book didn't end with a cliffy like the previous one. I know there's a third book and I of course can not wait to read it.
So far I LOVE this series. Great job Lyra.... now let's get that bitch in the third book ;)
So far I LOVE this series. Great job Lyra.... now let's get that bitch in the third book ;)
April 9, 2014
Wow how much things change. Jennifer and Finn have to go thru so much stuff in order to be together and wow this one was big. Lets just say that that crazy bitch who hates her is set on revenge. But things get better the next book is gonna be great cant wait.
July 2, 2014
Man what a ride!
So this was book two. I loved getting more Finnley and Jennifer!
and of course the luscious LUKE!
There were more OMG moments in this one and so much more CRAZY DRAMA!
I don't want to give anything away but man... you think everything is okay and then BAM! TWIST AND A TURN!
So this was book two. I loved getting more Finnley and Jennifer!
and of course the luscious LUKE!
There were more OMG moments in this one and so much more CRAZY DRAMA!
I don't want to give anything away but man... you think everything is okay and then BAM! TWIST AND A TURN!
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April 7, 2014Just wow! And now I have to wait for book 3. Just an amazing gripping story still with love, romance and a good storyline! Just wow!
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