Hot, Roller Coaster Ride
More Layers begins where Layers ends. Some of the questions hanging from the first book get answered, but wow, what a roller coaster ride of emotions and betrayals our lovers go through. And not to mention, that the “big misunderstanding” from the first book keeps Jaxson and Alexia apart for more than 2 years. It’s a pull and push of what is apparent, but there’s more to the plot. Does that make sense? At this point, I’m disgusted over Jaxson’s behavior. I found myself re-reading some parts over because when the truth behind Jaxson’s actions and assumed betrayal is revealed, it just became a bit convoluted and a little hard to swallow. But, it was still believable, so I went with it.
I never felt so bad for a heroine like I did for Alexia. She’s one hot mess, but you gotta love her down to earth, and irreverent attitude towards wealth and all its trappings. And she has never stopped loving Jaxson. Alexia Grant is now a single mom of twins, and CEO of Grant Inc. She’s from a powerful and wealthy family, but assumed a different identity as Alexia Keith for two years before assuming her duties and responsibilities as heir to the family conglomerate. And Jaxson finds out her true identity when both he and Alexia are in Vegas for their friends, Nick and Jule’s wedding.
Ms. Alexander weaves a story mixed with lots of surprises and angst. She’s written Mia, Jaxson’s ex-wife, and current conniving wife; oh, I think I just confused some folks. But the author’s description of the evil Mia as a petite, brainless, Jessica Rabbit with humongous tatas is priceless. Truly funny. Anyway, everyone calls her Tinker Hell. I just loved the camaraderie of Alexia’s BFFs Jules, Marco, Henry, Lanie and her sister, Samantha. Though they brought personality and flair to the story, there were parts I thought were fluff and did not add to the story; but still, funny dialogue and sexy talk about “back door’ prep was beyond hilarious. So, hang on, I’m fully invested in this story and characters, and I freakin’ want to know if our lovers get their Happily Ever After. And it better be good. Because this book ends in another cliffhanger. Poor Alexia. This heroine deserves happiness after the stuff that happens to her.
This story continues to the next book, Beneath Layers. I can’t wait to read who is really behind the embezzlement scheme, is Jaxson Baby Daddy to Mia’s baby bump, and will Alexia’s grandmother reveal the truth about her past?
Copy provided by Reading Alley in exchange for an honest review.
My rating: 4.5