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THE WEDPOCALYPSE CONTINUES... Marlon St. James wants only one to be left alone. He has a house, a successful private security business, and endless peace and quiet. Things are exactly as they should be. Until Camilla. His brother thrusts soft, sweet, curvy Camilla Fox in front of Marlon and announces that she’ll be moving into Marlon’s house. Otherwise, she’ll be homeless. Fine. Marlon isn’t a monster. He can lend her a room. Temporarily. Yes, she’s the woman of Marlon’s dreams. No, he’s not going to do anything about it.
He wants her. He can’t have her. The end. All he has to do is stay away from her and quell the protective instincts that try to rise up and choke him.
Camilla doesn’t need protection from Marlon; she’s a baker in demand, not a damsel in distress. That is, until Marlon learns that Camilla's life isn't as sugar-sweet as it seems, and she might need the help of a six-foot-four private security consultant after all…
He wants her. He can’t have her. The end. All he has to do is stay away from her and quell the protective instincts that try to rise up and choke him.
Camilla doesn’t need protection from Marlon; she’s a baker in demand, not a damsel in distress. That is, until Marlon learns that Camilla's life isn't as sugar-sweet as it seems, and she might need the help of a six-foot-four private security consultant after all…
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First published August 8, 2023
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83 books1,437 followersLilian Monroe lives in a luxurious jungle treehouse surrounded by lush greenery, with an army of scantily-clad men with rippling abdominal muscles ready to attend to her every need.
No, wait. That's not true.
Lilian Monroe spends her days dangling her feet into her pool, while a scantily-clad pool boy with rippling abdominal muscles feeds her chocolate-covered strawberries and massages her back.
Okay, okay. You got me. That's not true, either. Let's try again.
Lilian Monroe lives at home with her two children, three dogs, and twelve chickens. Her husband likes to work shirtless in the back yard. His sweaty, gleaming abdominal muscles ripple with every movement and he—
I'm sorry. I have to stop. Fine, I'll admit it. That one isn't true either.
How about this: Lilian Monroe loves thinking about men with rippling abdominal muscles serving her hand and foot, and she wants you to think about them too! She is an avid reader, writer, and lover of all things romance.
She loves everything from bad boys to billionaires. Her books are packed with sizzling-hot heat, action, suspense, and everything from second chances to single dads. She hates cheating and loves a good happily ever after (and rippling abs).
No, wait. That's not true.
Lilian Monroe spends her days dangling her feet into her pool, while a scantily-clad pool boy with rippling abdominal muscles feeds her chocolate-covered strawberries and massages her back.
Okay, okay. You got me. That's not true, either. Let's try again.
Lilian Monroe lives at home with her two children, three dogs, and twelve chickens. Her husband likes to work shirtless in the back yard. His sweaty, gleaming abdominal muscles ripple with every movement and he—
I'm sorry. I have to stop. Fine, I'll admit it. That one isn't true either.
How about this: Lilian Monroe loves thinking about men with rippling abdominal muscles serving her hand and foot, and she wants you to think about them too! She is an avid reader, writer, and lover of all things romance.
She loves everything from bad boys to billionaires. Her books are packed with sizzling-hot heat, action, suspense, and everything from second chances to single dads. She hates cheating and loves a good happily ever after (and rippling abs).
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January 24, 2024
This was going so well until the 75% when the FMC decided to be a stubborn dumbass idiotic character.
Book info:
- Both MCs are owner of their businesses
- No cheating / opd / 3rd act breakup
- Death of a loved one
- Mention of addiction
- Extortion
- Suspense
- Kidnapping
- Blackmail
- Mention of preying on underaged girls
- HEA with an epilogue (one year later and married)
MCs:
- Camilla (33/34), baker
- Marlon (37), security consultant
I didn't read the first book, so I don't know much about the relationship between the MCs. I think they've known each other for a while. When the MMC from book 1 asked his brother (Marlon, MMC here) to let Camilla stay with him temporarily, Marlon was unsure because he had been living alone for almost a decade. Yet he still agreed, since it was temporary. Also, because I think he's attracted to Camilla.
They've become roommates, and they're also attracted to each other. The original plan was to stay for two weeks. But then this loan shark came and extorted Camilla to pay another 10K despite the fact that she had already paid in full. Having to save for another payment, Camilla asked Marlon if she could extend her stay, and he said yes.
Marlon has been taking care of himself and his younger brother since he was a teenager. He had an addict mom, and his father was not in the picture. He and his brother grew up with their grandparents until they passed away.
As for Camilla, she left her family when she was 17 and has been on her own ever since. She had a predatory boyfriend that she lived with when she left home. This ex of her also stole some of her money and made her take out loans.
Both MCs were very independent; maybe that was why trusting someone else didn't come as easily for them. But Marlon has always been an honest guy, and he was always there for Camilla. He's patient, protective, sweet, and dependable. He can be grumpy at times, and he's a man of few words. But he's a softie when it comes to her, and that's just so swoony and endearing to read. Though at times his insecurities would pop up and make him doubt himself, saying he doesn't deserve Camilla and all that crap. I'm just glad he didn't let his fears come into play and went after what he wanted.
Camilla, on the other hand, was a lot to take. I'm proud to read that she made her passion so successful, even though there were so many struggles along the way. She was independent and a successful businesswoman. But she also made me want to strangle her for the stupid things she's done in the book.
1. She took a loan from a freaking loan shark, which she paid for a whole decade. I think she was (23/24) when she took that loan, and there was no detail mentioned about this loan. It's just that she has finally paid the last of it after so many years of hard work. How much money did she borrow so that her payment lasted for ten whole years?
2. She never told anyone about this loan because she was so ashamed of the risk she had to take just to start her business. Which again, I think is stupid. There's nothing shameful about taking a loan to start a business. Then again, maybe it's because her money came from a questionable person.
3. She was having so many problems in her bakery, and she could've told Marlon about her loan shark situation, but she didn't. She kept lying to him by omission, and I really don't appreciate deception.
4. She didn't also tell her friends about her struggles because she had this "what if" about them judging her and cutting her off from their lives. Uhm, hello, true friends would never do that to you. So why did she even have to think about coming clean to them? They could've helped her; she also knew that, but her pride keeps getting in the way, and I'm so done with that.
5. Her attending their once-a-month family dinner, even though all her parents and siblings do is insult her about her "hobby" and weight. They never acknowledged her business; they thought about her bakery as some sort of hobby that she had to get over with. They constantly gave her passive, aggressive comments about her weight, like there was something wrong with having curves. They always made her feel less because she's not a lawyer like her sister or an executive director like his brother. Her parents don't give a crap about her, and all they ever care about is their reputation. They are very toxic, and she keeps going to this monthly dinner, hoping they will change. Newsflash Camilla, they will never change, and you better learn to step away from this negativity. You don't need them in your life, and you've been successful on your own since you were 17. Just because they are your family, it doesn't mean you have to put up with all their BS.
Then the final straw was their argument, which happened in 75%. Someone broke into the bakery and ruined her cake. Marlon came with her to check on the situation, and one thing led to another, and all of a sudden they were arguing, or technically, Camilla was snapping at Marlon. She really annoyed me at this scene; maybe it was the frustration of having to bake again, the pending deadline for her loan, or her issues about control or independence; honestly, I don't know anymore. Marlon only wanted to make sure she was safe and for her to take some rest or calm down a little bit, cuz she was hyperventilating at this point. Then her witch side came out, and she started spewing nonsense crap at Marlon. She hurt him, and I was so pissed at her that I wanted to get inside the book and shake her so hard for acting like this.
A lot of things happened over the next 24 hours. She made the cake, apologized to Marlon for snapping at him, went home, got kidnapped by the loan shark, was saved by Marlon, and they apologized for hurting one another. Oh, and she also found out why the loan shark was hell-bent on breaking her business. Apparently, her father betrayed this guy a few years ago, and he wanted to take his revenge on her. And then it's the epilogue; one year later, it's their wedding day.
Overall, this was an okay read. It got me interested in the beginning, but it all went down from 75%. I liked that they didn't break up and that once they calmed down, they saw the reasons and apologized for their actions. I mean, they were in their thirties, so I assumed there should be some level of maturity between these MCs. I also liked that they were honest and open most of the time when it came to their feelings, and they never shied away from voicing them out. Although they made up after Camilla's secrecy backfired, my annoyance with her omission didn't go away. If she'd only been honest right from the moment they became more than roommates, I think things would've gone smoothly for most of the people involved. Lastly, I liked that she finally found the backbone to not just take her parents toxicity and that she told them off—well, not really off, but she said she was fine with them not accepting her business. Whether they like it or not, it's not her problem anymore.
So I guess this is still a good and short read with less than 300 pages. Thanks for coming to my Ted talk. 🤣
Book info:
- Both MCs are owner of their businesses
- No cheating / opd / 3rd act breakup
- Death of a loved one
- Mention of addiction
- Extortion
- Suspense
- Kidnapping
- Blackmail
- Mention of preying on underaged girls
- HEA with an epilogue (one year later and married)
MCs:
- Camilla (33/34), baker
- Marlon (37), security consultant
I didn't read the first book, so I don't know much about the relationship between the MCs. I think they've known each other for a while. When the MMC from book 1 asked his brother (Marlon, MMC here) to let Camilla stay with him temporarily, Marlon was unsure because he had been living alone for almost a decade. Yet he still agreed, since it was temporary. Also, because I think he's attracted to Camilla.
They've become roommates, and they're also attracted to each other. The original plan was to stay for two weeks. But then this loan shark came and extorted Camilla to pay another 10K despite the fact that she had already paid in full. Having to save for another payment, Camilla asked Marlon if she could extend her stay, and he said yes.
Marlon has been taking care of himself and his younger brother since he was a teenager. He had an addict mom, and his father was not in the picture. He and his brother grew up with their grandparents until they passed away.
As for Camilla, she left her family when she was 17 and has been on her own ever since. She had a predatory boyfriend that she lived with when she left home. This ex of her also stole some of her money and made her take out loans.
Both MCs were very independent; maybe that was why trusting someone else didn't come as easily for them. But Marlon has always been an honest guy, and he was always there for Camilla. He's patient, protective, sweet, and dependable. He can be grumpy at times, and he's a man of few words. But he's a softie when it comes to her, and that's just so swoony and endearing to read. Though at times his insecurities would pop up and make him doubt himself, saying he doesn't deserve Camilla and all that crap. I'm just glad he didn't let his fears come into play and went after what he wanted.
Camilla, on the other hand, was a lot to take. I'm proud to read that she made her passion so successful, even though there were so many struggles along the way. She was independent and a successful businesswoman. But she also made me want to strangle her for the stupid things she's done in the book.
1. She took a loan from a freaking loan shark, which she paid for a whole decade. I think she was (23/24) when she took that loan, and there was no detail mentioned about this loan. It's just that she has finally paid the last of it after so many years of hard work. How much money did she borrow so that her payment lasted for ten whole years?
2. She never told anyone about this loan because she was so ashamed of the risk she had to take just to start her business. Which again, I think is stupid. There's nothing shameful about taking a loan to start a business. Then again, maybe it's because her money came from a questionable person.
3. She was having so many problems in her bakery, and she could've told Marlon about her loan shark situation, but she didn't. She kept lying to him by omission, and I really don't appreciate deception.
4. She didn't also tell her friends about her struggles because she had this "what if" about them judging her and cutting her off from their lives. Uhm, hello, true friends would never do that to you. So why did she even have to think about coming clean to them? They could've helped her; she also knew that, but her pride keeps getting in the way, and I'm so done with that.
5. Her attending their once-a-month family dinner, even though all her parents and siblings do is insult her about her "hobby" and weight. They never acknowledged her business; they thought about her bakery as some sort of hobby that she had to get over with. They constantly gave her passive, aggressive comments about her weight, like there was something wrong with having curves. They always made her feel less because she's not a lawyer like her sister or an executive director like his brother. Her parents don't give a crap about her, and all they ever care about is their reputation. They are very toxic, and she keeps going to this monthly dinner, hoping they will change. Newsflash Camilla, they will never change, and you better learn to step away from this negativity. You don't need them in your life, and you've been successful on your own since you were 17. Just because they are your family, it doesn't mean you have to put up with all their BS.
Then the final straw was their argument, which happened in 75%. Someone broke into the bakery and ruined her cake. Marlon came with her to check on the situation, and one thing led to another, and all of a sudden they were arguing, or technically, Camilla was snapping at Marlon. She really annoyed me at this scene; maybe it was the frustration of having to bake again, the pending deadline for her loan, or her issues about control or independence; honestly, I don't know anymore. Marlon only wanted to make sure she was safe and for her to take some rest or calm down a little bit, cuz she was hyperventilating at this point. Then her witch side came out, and she started spewing nonsense crap at Marlon. She hurt him, and I was so pissed at her that I wanted to get inside the book and shake her so hard for acting like this.
A lot of things happened over the next 24 hours. She made the cake, apologized to Marlon for snapping at him, went home, got kidnapped by the loan shark, was saved by Marlon, and they apologized for hurting one another. Oh, and she also found out why the loan shark was hell-bent on breaking her business. Apparently, her father betrayed this guy a few years ago, and he wanted to take his revenge on her. And then it's the epilogue; one year later, it's their wedding day.
Overall, this was an okay read. It got me interested in the beginning, but it all went down from 75%. I liked that they didn't break up and that once they calmed down, they saw the reasons and apologized for their actions. I mean, they were in their thirties, so I assumed there should be some level of maturity between these MCs. I also liked that they were honest and open most of the time when it came to their feelings, and they never shied away from voicing them out. Although they made up after Camilla's secrecy backfired, my annoyance with her omission didn't go away. If she'd only been honest right from the moment they became more than roommates, I think things would've gone smoothly for most of the people involved. Lastly, I liked that she finally found the backbone to not just take her parents toxicity and that she told them off—well, not really off, but she said she was fine with them not accepting her business. Whether they like it or not, it's not her problem anymore.
So I guess this is still a good and short read with less than 300 pages. Thanks for coming to my Ted talk. 🤣
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August 12, 2023
Don’t Bother. DNF
Such a contrived, irritating storyline. Once again, an author presents an independent, yet whiny and not very bright, heroine. You would think those qualities don’t go together, but this seems to be how some authors create drama in their stories lately. Added to that was the incessant inner monologues of said heroine that take up pages and pages unnecessarily. I started skimming until Frankie the Loan Shark came in because the “money she transferred him hadn’t been received” and she was now late with the payment. I didn’t know loan sharks took electronic payments that document their illegal transactions to the authorities. This author did not do her homework. I closed the book after this. Ugh.
Such a contrived, irritating storyline. Once again, an author presents an independent, yet whiny and not very bright, heroine. You would think those qualities don’t go together, but this seems to be how some authors create drama in their stories lately. Added to that was the incessant inner monologues of said heroine that take up pages and pages unnecessarily. I started skimming until Frankie the Loan Shark came in because the “money she transferred him hadn’t been received” and she was now late with the payment. I didn’t know loan sharks took electronic payments that document their illegal transactions to the authorities. This author did not do her homework. I closed the book after this. Ugh.
September 6, 2023
This one. Hmm. The words. They just aren’t coming. Like at all. I don’t know why I keep reading these little rom coms that I know are going to be terrible- but I do. It’s a problem.
Craving is rough. It has a decent enough storyline- but the author evidently likes to say the same thing over and over so many times that it’s actually mentally exhausting.
Marlon is a pretty good character. I mean his character switch from grumpy to puppy dog in love was pretty bad, but overall he is a good guy.
Now Camilla. Wow. She may be one of the worst female characters I have ever met. Like kudos to her for how she has fought in life for everything she has- but something about her is just SO yucky that it’s hard to get past. And when they have that fight in the bakery at like 80% in, she is just soo nasty. Marlon deserves better. I just can’t with her. She just whines and for someone so independent she is super insecure.
I feel like a dick giving this two stars- but the constant repeating and inner monologue of the same shit over and over was just too much. One of the worst books for repeating themselves I have ever come across. Like it’s so much repeating. So much.
Craving is rough. It has a decent enough storyline- but the author evidently likes to say the same thing over and over so many times that it’s actually mentally exhausting.
Marlon is a pretty good character. I mean his character switch from grumpy to puppy dog in love was pretty bad, but overall he is a good guy.
Now Camilla. Wow. She may be one of the worst female characters I have ever met. Like kudos to her for how she has fought in life for everything she has- but something about her is just SO yucky that it’s hard to get past. And when they have that fight in the bakery at like 80% in, she is just soo nasty. Marlon deserves better. I just can’t with her. She just whines and for someone so independent she is super insecure.
I feel like a dick giving this two stars- but the constant repeating and inner monologue of the same shit over and over was just too much. One of the worst books for repeating themselves I have ever come across. Like it’s so much repeating. So much.
March 31, 2024
Great story!!
This is the second book in this fascinating series.
This is a well written story which is an emotional roller coaster, with family, friendships, humour, witty banter, intrigue, romance, challenges, determination, and love which all leads to an entertaining and steamy addictive page turner.
I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.
This is the second book in this fascinating series.
This is a well written story which is an emotional roller coaster, with family, friendships, humour, witty banter, intrigue, romance, challenges, determination, and love which all leads to an entertaining and steamy addictive page turner.
I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.
September 9, 2024
This was the lighthearted romance I needed after reading some dark romance novels. And while yes, this is romantic suspense and there are definitely some intense moments, compared to some of the other books I have read recently this was a nice break. I really enjoyed the first book in the series, but I liked this one even more. I like how the mystery from the 1st novel was interwoven into this story. But you can read this as a standalone and still won’t miss anything in the story. I can’t wait to continue with the rest of the series as the suspense looks like it will be growing in each subsequent novel.
July 26, 2025
Unexpected
Good complicated characters. Some humor, danger, and slow burn. That said, I didn't enjoy this like the first book( could be a "me" issue)... still worth the investment. I expect that I will read the next in the series.
Good complicated characters. Some humor, danger, and slow burn. That said, I didn't enjoy this like the first book( could be a "me" issue)... still worth the investment. I expect that I will read the next in the series.
September 1, 2023
Romantic comedies often require a significant amount of suspended disbelief but this one just was way to far over my threshold of tolerance.
March 15, 2025
2.5*s Idk, I really liked the first, but this one just lacked. I liked the characters it was just how it was written. I was able to put it down for 8 months after the first four chapters and then in a way forced myself to finally finish, and that's kind of how it felt the writing went. The whole story seemed to just cycle the same sentiments. She has debt, she doesn't know how to let anyone in, her family is the worst, her ex was abusive. Serious things, but It's not just that these thoughts would come back around to be reiterated and remain relevant, she would re-explain the whole situation again and again and again like she forgot she already explained what happened. It's like, I get, why are you telling me the same thing again? I feel like Frankie's name was mentioned almost as much as Marlon and Camilla! It just started to grate and made the overall story less enjoyable...also the weird breakup near the end was just so contrived. It didn't need that.
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August 14, 2023
If you want to read about a very irritating and extremely stupid heroine, this is your book. I could not stand Camilla and almost dnf.
June 16, 2024
Rating: 3/5 stars
Main Tropes/Features: 3rd person POV, Roommates to Lovers, Protective hero, Small Town, Rom-Com, He falls first
Secondary Tropes/Features: Security romance, Curvy heroine, Suspense, MCs in their 30s-40s, Found family
Safety warning/Triggers: There are potential triggers both on and off page. In my opinion most are light potential triggers due to minimal detail and how little they feature in the plot and the more prominent triggers are not written in an overly triggering way. Triggers include:
Marlon and Camilla’s book was enjoyable, depicting a romance with feel good and comfort reading vibes.
Marlon was a grumpy hero who kept to himself. He thought a solitary life was what he wanted but started to realise that there is something to coming home to someone and the comfort they provide, especially when that person was Camilla. As the book progressed we saw overprotective and secret softie sides to him which all together made him a likeable character who I wanted to learn more about. Camilla was an independent character and it was a trait she prided herself on though sometimes it was to her own detriment. Throughout the book we saw how headstrong she was, how caring, her insecurities and her growth in learning to lean on others. Like Marlon, she was a likeable character who I enjoyed learning more about and I was rooting for her to get her happy ending.
They were both very attracted to one another from early on and it was something that they tried to survive whilst being in close proximity. I enjoyed the fighting attraction portion of their romance development and how it lowered their walls unexpectedly. Marlon loved a lot about Camilla’s body and these little thoughts and comments about how much would occasionally slip through his otherwise grumpy persona and I loved it. There was an ease of living together, again from early on, and despite their steamy thoughts an innocence to their relationship was portrayed. The enjoyment they got from one another’s company and the companionship was initially at the forefront of their romance development and established a deeper connection and closer bond which allowed the reader to connect to them both and their story.
Like the first book in the series, the timeline isn’t particularly long but it didn't feel rushed because of how much time the main characters spend together and how their connection is depicted to the reader. I enjoyed their romance and look forward to appearances from them and glimpses of their relationship in the rest of the books in the series.
Favourite Quote:
Main Tropes/Features: 3rd person POV, Roommates to Lovers, Protective hero, Small Town, Rom-Com, He falls first
Secondary Tropes/Features: Security romance, Curvy heroine, Suspense, MCs in their 30s-40s, Found family
Safety warning/Triggers: There are potential triggers both on and off page. In my opinion most are light potential triggers due to minimal detail and how little they feature in the plot and the more prominent triggers are not written in an overly triggering way. Triggers include:
Marlon and Camilla’s book was enjoyable, depicting a romance with feel good and comfort reading vibes.
Marlon was a grumpy hero who kept to himself. He thought a solitary life was what he wanted but started to realise that there is something to coming home to someone and the comfort they provide, especially when that person was Camilla. As the book progressed we saw overprotective and secret softie sides to him which all together made him a likeable character who I wanted to learn more about. Camilla was an independent character and it was a trait she prided herself on though sometimes it was to her own detriment. Throughout the book we saw how headstrong she was, how caring, her insecurities and her growth in learning to lean on others. Like Marlon, she was a likeable character who I enjoyed learning more about and I was rooting for her to get her happy ending.
They were both very attracted to one another from early on and it was something that they tried to survive whilst being in close proximity. I enjoyed the fighting attraction portion of their romance development and how it lowered their walls unexpectedly. Marlon loved a lot about Camilla’s body and these little thoughts and comments about how much would occasionally slip through his otherwise grumpy persona and I loved it. There was an ease of living together, again from early on, and despite their steamy thoughts an innocence to their relationship was portrayed. The enjoyment they got from one another’s company and the companionship was initially at the forefront of their romance development and established a deeper connection and closer bond which allowed the reader to connect to them both and their story.
Like the first book in the series, the timeline isn’t particularly long but it didn't feel rushed because of how much time the main characters spend together and how their connection is depicted to the reader. I enjoyed their romance and look forward to appearances from them and glimpses of their relationship in the rest of the books in the series.
Favourite Quote:
‘Losing himself in a kiss wasn’t something Marlon had ever done. He’d never touched a woman and felt electrified the way he did at that moment. He’d never felt his soul let out a gasping sigh, like he’d finally found the missing piece.’
July 6, 2024
Craving was a jump in quality from the first book, Conquest, by a good league. Monroe didn't spend as much time letting her characters get lost in their own mental monologues (a relief as I get tired of reading a character listing the same grievances over and over again in any novel, no matter the genre) and I loved the nice parallel of Camilla and Marlon being very independent people learning to soften and open their hearts. The sexual tension was excellent and the brief interludes of breaking it only heightened the final climax (pun intended). The pacing of the sex scenes were also very well done and flowed well with the story both plot wise and emotionally for the characters.
In contrast to the thief subplot of Conquest, Camilla's loan shark problems held significantly more weight. Her tension and stress of the debt was done well in depicting how crushing a debt can be to someone's life - even if there isn't a creeper loan shark involved. Camilla's independence was used well as both a strength and weakness throughout the book and while I found her silence frustrating at times it seemed fully intentional on the author's part and not just a poor reuse of the miscommunication trope. Again, the weight of Camilla's debt was done very, very well and I think Monroe did an excellent job of showing how debilitating debt can be no matter how industrious the person.
My largest gripe has to be with Camilla's family. They felt cartoonishly evil. It didn't help that her parents would just materialize in a scene to say something degrading and then leave. The scene where Camilla and Marlon go to her family's house was far too heavy handed and ended in such a silly way with Marlon just slinging Camilla over his shoulder. Camilla's desire to rekindle a relationship with her family also felt lackluster and weak when seeing just how ridiculously bad they all were. Her family just felt so unnecessay to the plot even with the reveal that the loan shark wanted revenge on her father. I wished Camilla hadn't felt proud about finally gaining respect from her father at the end. I felt it would have been more appropriate that she severed ties when realizing she had more strength in her found family of friends, employees and Marlon.
Besides the heavy handed family nonsense, this was such a wonderful and cozy read. The use of the Marlon's house as nearly a character and a catalyst for Marlon and Camilla's change was lovely. It was nice to see the friend group also move outside of mainly talking about men and being very supportive of Camilla.
In contrast to the thief subplot of Conquest, Camilla's loan shark problems held significantly more weight. Her tension and stress of the debt was done well in depicting how crushing a debt can be to someone's life - even if there isn't a creeper loan shark involved. Camilla's independence was used well as both a strength and weakness throughout the book and while I found her silence frustrating at times it seemed fully intentional on the author's part and not just a poor reuse of the miscommunication trope. Again, the weight of Camilla's debt was done very, very well and I think Monroe did an excellent job of showing how debilitating debt can be no matter how industrious the person.
My largest gripe has to be with Camilla's family. They felt cartoonishly evil. It didn't help that her parents would just materialize in a scene to say something degrading and then leave. The scene where Camilla and Marlon go to her family's house was far too heavy handed and ended in such a silly way with Marlon just slinging Camilla over his shoulder. Camilla's desire to rekindle a relationship with her family also felt lackluster and weak when seeing just how ridiculously bad they all were. Her family just felt so unnecessay to the plot even with the reveal that the loan shark wanted revenge on her father. I wished Camilla hadn't felt proud about finally gaining respect from her father at the end. I felt it would have been more appropriate that she severed ties when realizing she had more strength in her found family of friends, employees and Marlon.
Besides the heavy handed family nonsense, this was such a wonderful and cozy read. The use of the Marlon's house as nearly a character and a catalyst for Marlon and Camilla's change was lovely. It was nice to see the friend group also move outside of mainly talking about men and being very supportive of Camilla.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 13, 2023
This is such an enjoyable novel. The three-dimensional characters, intriguing plot, easy-to-read narrative voice and touches of humor – everything works together to create a truly delightful read.
I especially appreciated the depth of the main characters – Marlon and Camilla. Each had strengths that also could be considered weaknesses – Marlon’s “protectiveness” and Camilla’s “independence.” Ms. Monroe showed how both of these characters are essentially caretakers, and both of them have tried to shed that role in different, but similar, manners. Camilla vowed to never depend on another person, wearing her independence as a badge of honor, even while “caretaking” by feeding people through her bakery. Marlon recognized the downside of his protective tendencies and shut himself off from the world, even while starting a security business that kept his clients safe. I loved these juxtapositions! The characters’ recognition of their personally damaging behavior, while at the same time, engaging in professions that perpetuated the protective/caretaker mindset!
I also liked the intersection of Camilla’s “problem” and Marlon’s client – the same character, the novel’s main villain. This was a great plot point because it ramped my anticipation through the roof. Not only was I on the edge of my seat with the sexual tension between the two main characters, but I was also biting my nails wondering when Camilla’s secret "problem" would surface on Marlon's radar.
The mystery/suspense aspect of the novel was also expertly written. I gravitate toward novels that feature an engaging story intertwined with the romance. Ms. Monroe’s “Craving” did not disappoint me in this regard!
There was only one negative to the novel, in my mind. I really wanted to see some retribution for the way Camilla’s family treated her. I had been cheering on Camilla as she “picked herself up by her bootstraps” in her dealings with her family, so the resolution of her issues was a bit of a let-down to me. I guess I’m pretty vindictive!
In summary, “Craving” is one of Lilian Monroe’s best efforts, in my mind. I highly recommend it for fans of contemporary romance – and especially for those who also enjoy a good mystery/suspense plot woven throughout.
I especially appreciated the depth of the main characters – Marlon and Camilla. Each had strengths that also could be considered weaknesses – Marlon’s “protectiveness” and Camilla’s “independence.” Ms. Monroe showed how both of these characters are essentially caretakers, and both of them have tried to shed that role in different, but similar, manners. Camilla vowed to never depend on another person, wearing her independence as a badge of honor, even while “caretaking” by feeding people through her bakery. Marlon recognized the downside of his protective tendencies and shut himself off from the world, even while starting a security business that kept his clients safe. I loved these juxtapositions! The characters’ recognition of their personally damaging behavior, while at the same time, engaging in professions that perpetuated the protective/caretaker mindset!
I also liked the intersection of Camilla’s “problem” and Marlon’s client – the same character, the novel’s main villain. This was a great plot point because it ramped my anticipation through the roof. Not only was I on the edge of my seat with the sexual tension between the two main characters, but I was also biting my nails wondering when Camilla’s secret "problem" would surface on Marlon's radar.
The mystery/suspense aspect of the novel was also expertly written. I gravitate toward novels that feature an engaging story intertwined with the romance. Ms. Monroe’s “Craving” did not disappoint me in this regard!
There was only one negative to the novel, in my mind. I really wanted to see some retribution for the way Camilla’s family treated her. I had been cheering on Camilla as she “picked herself up by her bootstraps” in her dealings with her family, so the resolution of her issues was a bit of a let-down to me. I guess I’m pretty vindictive!
In summary, “Craving” is one of Lilian Monroe’s best efforts, in my mind. I highly recommend it for fans of contemporary romance – and especially for those who also enjoy a good mystery/suspense plot woven throughout.
August 1, 2023
Craving: A Roomates-to-Lovers Romance (The Four Groomsmen of the Wedpocalypse Book 2) by Lilian Monroe. Due to circumstances beyond her control, Camilla became homeless. She needed a place to live, so her best friend Amelia’s fiancée, Leo, talked his brother Marlon into sharing his 3-bedroom home with her. Marlon’s life reflected him being a caretaker and a natural protector, sometimes to the point of losing himself while looking after others. Amelia is quite an independent lady who doesn’t ever want to ask for anyone’s help. Camilla forged a backbone of steel when she studied to be a chef and opened her bakery. Instead of her family showing their pride in Camilla’s talents, she was cut off from her family because she refused to be the debutante they wanted to mold her into. Camilla leaves baked goodies for Marlon each day before work, and he begins to let her into his closed-up life. Camilla made not so wise decisions that she thought were her only alternative. Those hard decisions ended up causing her untold grief and heartache. Luckily Camilla has Marlon on her side, who helps her climb out of a dangerous place. With lots of spice, “oh no” moments, and a few laughs, Craving is a beautiful romantic comedy by Lillian Monroe.
April 2, 2024
Okay I'd enjoyed conquest and the enemies to lovers, but I still wanted to read Craving and boy oh boy am I glad. Rating a solid 4/5- I can't say it's perfect but it was so enjoyable and very close. So. Marlon. Not a sexy name. But let me tell you he's a SEXY MAN. I mean the tension building between him and Camilla was enough to drive anyone crazy and them slowly testing and breaking each other's rules when they so clearly were ready to go full steam ahead was something to watch develop.
I know it had to build and develop but it did keep frustrating me when Camilla wouldn't just share with at least one person what was going on. She was almost too independent (my mother has said that about me though too, yet here we are), and even opening up to one of the girls but trying to keep it from Marlon could have added different drama without making me frustrated with her a bit? But that's pretty small potatoes given how much I enjoyed everything else. I loved hearing how much Camila rallied (why her woe is me was annoying since she was a badass) (sorry I did it again) despite the setbacks with the bakery. But all in all, I really loved how soft Marlon was for her- Camila really softened his heart again and had him dreaming all kinds of domestic bliss- which I'm so glad they got!!
I know it had to build and develop but it did keep frustrating me when Camilla wouldn't just share with at least one person what was going on. She was almost too independent (my mother has said that about me though too, yet here we are), and even opening up to one of the girls but trying to keep it from Marlon could have added different drama without making me frustrated with her a bit? But that's pretty small potatoes given how much I enjoyed everything else. I loved hearing how much Camila rallied (why her woe is me was annoying since she was a badass) (sorry I did it again) despite the setbacks with the bakery. But all in all, I really loved how soft Marlon was for her- Camila really softened his heart again and had him dreaming all kinds of domestic bliss- which I'm so glad they got!!
April 29, 2024
Sometimes being independent (and stubborn) can get in your way. Marlon is a care giver/protector but after he and Leo lost their Mother then their Grandparents and then Leo going off to college Marlon totally closed himself off. Always the grumpy face always. Until at Leo and Amelia's wedding they found out the Amelia's best friend lost her apartment and was going to sleep on an air mattress in her bakery, Leo approached his brother and didn't ask but told him Camilla would be staying in his old room for a bit. Well to make matters worse Camilla was just as stubborn and independent as Marlon. She made some bad mistakes and was just about to be done with the loan shark until he paid her a visit and told her she was late with the final payment and owed him $10K more. So let the fun begin. The chemistry between Marlon and Camilla was thru the roof but they made his place a no sex zone. LOL It was hysterical. Cute read, at little tense at times especially with the loan shark and her own parents. I was surprised at the information Frankie Smith the loan shark revealed to Camilla about her Dad. Wow I can't wait to dive into Cormack's read "Combat". This should be interesting. Why are guys always so broody.
August 22, 2023
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I absolutely love a strong protective man and a strong independent female that doesn't realize she wants to be looked after and protected and this book deliveries just that!
Camilla is 34 year old girl that's lived on her own for half her life! She's strong independent, but doesn't know when to ask for help.
Marlon is 38 year old man that's looked after everyone that's ever meant something to him. After losing his mother as a teen he raised his brother Leo while looking after both his ill grandparents only to be left all alone in life.
Camilla and Marlon are like two puzzle pieces that finally found each other, but they both are too headstrong and afraid to admit it. But when Camilla is in danger Marlon is willing to take the risk of getting his heart broken once again.
I just love Marlon! My heart broke for both these amazing people throughout the whole book and I'm so happy they are getting the happiness they deserve.
I just wish there was more of a healing moment for Marlon involving his brother Leo. I know it's a romance novel, but it would have been amazing to see that interaction as well.
I absolutely love a strong protective man and a strong independent female that doesn't realize she wants to be looked after and protected and this book deliveries just that!
Camilla is 34 year old girl that's lived on her own for half her life! She's strong independent, but doesn't know when to ask for help.
Marlon is 38 year old man that's looked after everyone that's ever meant something to him. After losing his mother as a teen he raised his brother Leo while looking after both his ill grandparents only to be left all alone in life.
Camilla and Marlon are like two puzzle pieces that finally found each other, but they both are too headstrong and afraid to admit it. But when Camilla is in danger Marlon is willing to take the risk of getting his heart broken once again.
I just love Marlon! My heart broke for both these amazing people throughout the whole book and I'm so happy they are getting the happiness they deserve.
I just wish there was more of a healing moment for Marlon involving his brother Leo. I know it's a romance novel, but it would have been amazing to see that interaction as well.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 28, 2024
Camilla and Marlon has the perfect acquaintances to lovers story line. And the steamy scenes are pretty amazing. From making out (yes, please) (p.112>) to 3rd base (steamy mcsteam) (p.135>)to hitting that proverbial homerun (OMG why can't this be me) (p.215>), you'll get the steam you're looking for.
What bothered me was the continual internal narrative, aka prose, of self-doubt that each character expressed on the "daily" (can I say pagely because it happened on almost every single page?). I would have liked to see Monroe develop better, deeper, matured inner monologue for these characters that worked to increase an emotional understanding rather than the same monologue over and over and over followed by the quintessential BAM of understanding. It would have seemed a little more realistic? I think? But then again, don't we all just loop our inner monologues in the same way every day? For me, I would have liked to see a little more emotional maturity from the characters as a stronger buildup to the BAM moment of clarity.
Still worth the read and I can't wait for installment #3 and #4 to hit Kindle Unlimited. I really enjoy Monroe's works.
What bothered me was the continual internal narrative, aka prose, of self-doubt that each character expressed on the "daily" (can I say pagely because it happened on almost every single page?). I would have liked to see Monroe develop better, deeper, matured inner monologue for these characters that worked to increase an emotional understanding rather than the same monologue over and over and over followed by the quintessential BAM of understanding. It would have seemed a little more realistic? I think? But then again, don't we all just loop our inner monologues in the same way every day? For me, I would have liked to see a little more emotional maturity from the characters as a stronger buildup to the BAM moment of clarity.
Still worth the read and I can't wait for installment #3 and #4 to hit Kindle Unlimited. I really enjoy Monroe's works.
September 15, 2023
This is a cute story but somewhat frustrating too :)
The characters are from the first book and the older brother Marlon and the baker Camilla ..
Leo's brother, In the first book along with Amelia have been married and are off on their Honeymoon...
Marlon took care of everyone he cared about, as he was growing up, and felt alone and in a rut (even tho he did not realize this).
Camilla grew up in a critical/dysfunctional family, so she is cynical and feels she has to do everything on her own .. but she is a giver ...
Though Marlon and Camilla both close themselves off emotionally from family and friends. They act like everything is fine, but when they get together, it seems their real feelings begin to form and show... They're both afraid regardless of their feelings, but if they would just open up and be honest with each other, they would find everything they've secretly always wanted...
Once the action starts off their lives together, and the little moments they share, become entangled, funny and reaching... THEY GET THEIR HEA....
The characters are from the first book and the older brother Marlon and the baker Camilla ..
Leo's brother, In the first book along with Amelia have been married and are off on their Honeymoon...
Marlon took care of everyone he cared about, as he was growing up, and felt alone and in a rut (even tho he did not realize this).
Camilla grew up in a critical/dysfunctional family, so she is cynical and feels she has to do everything on her own .. but she is a giver ...
Though Marlon and Camilla both close themselves off emotionally from family and friends. They act like everything is fine, but when they get together, it seems their real feelings begin to form and show... They're both afraid regardless of their feelings, but if they would just open up and be honest with each other, they would find everything they've secretly always wanted...
Once the action starts off their lives together, and the little moments they share, become entangled, funny and reaching... THEY GET THEIR HEA....
March 17, 2024
This is Marlon and Camilla’s book in the Wedpocalypse series and pretty much picks up right where ‘Conquest’ left off, only it’s of course, in the aforementioned characters’ POVs.
I found that I absolutely loved it early in and it got me thinking about my own issues, because the female lead was soo relatable—she’s had to rely on herself and make something out of nothing. She’s never had a strong support system (until now) so once she has one, she’s too afraid to rely on it, go with it, etc. And she’s keeping secrets. It made it SO FUN and of course, packed substance.
Forced proximity.
Roommates to lovers.
Overprotective male lead.
Headstrong female lead with hyper-independence.
Seedy loan shark.
Multiple crime plots.
Extortion.
Secrets.
Protective male lead.
This is both a romance and an action-packed read with crime, mystery, full-on villains and of course a tale of a couple of broken people finding their way. Wholeheartedly recommend.
5 stars.
🎧 Audio:
The audio was perfect! Both narrators were great and it was beautifully produced. 5 stars.
I found that I absolutely loved it early in and it got me thinking about my own issues, because the female lead was soo relatable—she’s had to rely on herself and make something out of nothing. She’s never had a strong support system (until now) so once she has one, she’s too afraid to rely on it, go with it, etc. And she’s keeping secrets. It made it SO FUN and of course, packed substance.
Forced proximity.
Roommates to lovers.
Overprotective male lead.
Headstrong female lead with hyper-independence.
Seedy loan shark.
Multiple crime plots.
Extortion.
Secrets.
Protective male lead.
This is both a romance and an action-packed read with crime, mystery, full-on villains and of course a tale of a couple of broken people finding their way. Wholeheartedly recommend.
5 stars.
🎧 Audio:
The audio was perfect! Both narrators were great and it was beautifully produced. 5 stars.
April 27, 2024
This book was a little annoying. I liked the interactions between the main characters fine, but for some reason, the FMC just didn't sit right with me. Throughout the whole book, it is repeated over and over about how independent she is and how she left home at 17. Yet somehow at the same time, she is going to family dinner every month, getting berated all the time, and just lets them walk all over her because they are "family"? Is she independent or not?
Then there is the whole ordeal about this shady loan that she had. I was't aware that a loan shark would accept repayment over the span of a decade. That seems a bit long to me. Plus, seriously... how large was this loan? Seems a bit much, and there were not enough details involved.
Grammar-wise things were good; nothing jumped out at me.
I just left the end of this book feeling a little incomplete. There just didn't seem to be enough there. It's missing something.
I don't believe I would read this one again.
I may continue with the series, and hopefully the next one will be better.
Then there is the whole ordeal about this shady loan that she had. I was't aware that a loan shark would accept repayment over the span of a decade. That seems a bit long to me. Plus, seriously... how large was this loan? Seems a bit much, and there were not enough details involved.
Grammar-wise things were good; nothing jumped out at me.
I just left the end of this book feeling a little incomplete. There just didn't seem to be enough there. It's missing something.
I don't believe I would read this one again.
I may continue with the series, and hopefully the next one will be better.
January 9, 2025
Okay, I’m tapping out. I really wanted to fall for this series—I even convinced myself, “Hey, maybe the second book will redeem the first!” Spoiler alert: it did not. 😩
Let’s start with Marlon. My guy took one look at Camilla and was like, “Welp, guess I’m soulmates with this stranger now.” His love-at-first-sight routine was so intense it gave me the ick in record time. 🤢 Honestly, it felt like he was love-bombing himself with his over-the-top inner monologue. Chill, dude.
And Camilla? Oh, Camilla. Someone needed to shake her and yell, “It’s OKAY to ask for help, girl!” She was so stubbornly independent it stopped being admirable and started being maddening. Like, we get it—you’re tough. But sometimes you just need to phone a friend, you know?
To top it off, the story kept repeating the same pointless details like a broken record, which made me want to yeet the book across the room. By the end, I felt like I was stuck in a loop of frustration and boredom.
I tried, y’all. I really did. But this series is officially not for me. Hard pass.
Let’s start with Marlon. My guy took one look at Camilla and was like, “Welp, guess I’m soulmates with this stranger now.” His love-at-first-sight routine was so intense it gave me the ick in record time. 🤢 Honestly, it felt like he was love-bombing himself with his over-the-top inner monologue. Chill, dude.
And Camilla? Oh, Camilla. Someone needed to shake her and yell, “It’s OKAY to ask for help, girl!” She was so stubbornly independent it stopped being admirable and started being maddening. Like, we get it—you’re tough. But sometimes you just need to phone a friend, you know?
To top it off, the story kept repeating the same pointless details like a broken record, which made me want to yeet the book across the room. By the end, I felt like I was stuck in a loop of frustration and boredom.
I tried, y’all. I really did. But this series is officially not for me. Hard pass.
August 15, 2023
Almost great
I wanted to like this book. The first in the series was so entertaining, so I had high hopes. But, although the characters were solid, there were too many wrong turns in the story.
First, it was truly annoying to read the same thing over and over when Camilla thought about her life. Seriously, the repetition was awful. And her longing to have her family be close was unbelievable, considering how they treated her. They were brutal to her, yet she kept going back for more. It became pathetic.
Secondly, an entire subplot was thrown in when it didn't need to be. It detracted from the story instead of adding to it.
Finally, the ending was rushed, probably because too much time was spent on other plot points.
Overall, it was a disappointing read. Also, Ms. Monroe, fire your editor. Besides the aforementioned plot mistakes, tere were too many overlooked typos and errors, which distracted me from the story.
I'm sad that this series tanked after the first book.
I wanted to like this book. The first in the series was so entertaining, so I had high hopes. But, although the characters were solid, there were too many wrong turns in the story.
First, it was truly annoying to read the same thing over and over when Camilla thought about her life. Seriously, the repetition was awful. And her longing to have her family be close was unbelievable, considering how they treated her. They were brutal to her, yet she kept going back for more. It became pathetic.
Secondly, an entire subplot was thrown in when it didn't need to be. It detracted from the story instead of adding to it.
Finally, the ending was rushed, probably because too much time was spent on other plot points.
Overall, it was a disappointing read. Also, Ms. Monroe, fire your editor. Besides the aforementioned plot mistakes, tere were too many overlooked typos and errors, which distracted me from the story.
I'm sad that this series tanked after the first book.
April 19, 2024
While I really enjoyed the first book in this series, I didn't love this one. I found the FMC very boring and kind of juvenile. In her quest for "independence," she becomes a very secretive person, but expects the truth from everyone.
I feel like this story had such potential - I loved Marlon, the older, hardened, grumpy 37 yo security hero. But Camilla just seemed immature. And you find out at the end of the novel that she's 33. During the book as her character repeats (several, and I mean SEVERAL times) how she has to do it on her own and she has to be independent and cannot rely on anyone, I assumed she was a 20 yo little girl who just needed to grow up.
Overall, I liked the plot enough (but seriously - who believes paying a loan shark can happen online where everything is traceable??), and I finished - even though I skimmed the last few chapters.
I'm going to try the third installment, as I like Cormac a lot from his cameos.
2.75, rounded up.
I feel like this story had such potential - I loved Marlon, the older, hardened, grumpy 37 yo security hero. But Camilla just seemed immature. And you find out at the end of the novel that she's 33. During the book as her character repeats (several, and I mean SEVERAL times) how she has to do it on her own and she has to be independent and cannot rely on anyone, I assumed she was a 20 yo little girl who just needed to grow up.
Overall, I liked the plot enough (but seriously - who believes paying a loan shark can happen online where everything is traceable??), and I finished - even though I skimmed the last few chapters.
I'm going to try the third installment, as I like Cormac a lot from his cameos.
2.75, rounded up.
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August 9, 2023
This is the second book in the Four Groomsmen of the Wedpocalypse series. You this as a standalone but it is connected to the first book which was Marlon's younger brother Leo's story. After Leo left for college Marlon decided it was best to distance himself from people so he has become a bit of loner. Camilla has spent years handling everything on her own, avoiding relationships, never asking for help even from her best friends. Marlon and Camilla are attracted to each other but neither of them make a move due to their fears but when Camilla ends up as Marlon's roommate they have a hard time fighting that attraction. Steamy and funny I couldn't stop turning the pages. I've really enjoyed this series and am looking forward to book three. I received a copy of this book from the author and this is my honest review.
January 10, 2024
Another bakery owner FMC…I’ve read many novels in the past couple of years featuring a heroine who either bakes as a hobby or runs a bakery/restaurant. It’s not limited to the plus size characters, either it should be a trope all on its own, just like roommates to lovers, found family, etc. I’m not complaining, though. Camilla’s bakery and Marlon’s security company (what else is an alpha male to do if he’s not in a MC, the mafia, or some kind of tech billionaire?) could be cliche, but it is natural and works well in the narrative.
I enjoyed this story. It was well written, the characters were well developed. So well developed, I found myself wanting to enter the pages and shake some sense into both Camilla and Marlon. They were both dysfunctional. But somehow, they worked together. Their crazies cancelled each other out.
Will I recommend? YES!
5 ⭐️, 2.5 🌶️, 4 ❤️, and 2 😢
I enjoyed this story. It was well written, the characters were well developed. So well developed, I found myself wanting to enter the pages and shake some sense into both Camilla and Marlon. They were both dysfunctional. But somehow, they worked together. Their crazies cancelled each other out.
Will I recommend? YES!
5 ⭐️, 2.5 🌶️, 4 ❤️, and 2 😢
July 22, 2023
This book was so good. Love seeing a grumpy hero fall for a determined to make it on her own girl boss. Camilla learned early on that she can only depend on herself. Marlon spent most of his life taking care of everyone else, and craving a time when no one needs him. He meets Camilla and that feeling quickly disappears. Instantly, he feels protective of his new sister-in-laws best friend. He tries to control it, but to no avail. Camilla is just trying to make her Bakery the best it can be and make up for past mistakes. Things are going well, until it isn’t. Marlon fell fast for the beautiful Camilla. Is he ready to give up his quiet life? Can Camilla accept Marlon’s help when she needs it most? The chemistry between these two was instant and so, so hot! 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
August 9, 2023
Camilla and Marlon are thrust together as roommates till she can get on her feet after due to poor choices she made when she felt she had no other choice to get her bakery. Camilla learned early on that she can only depend on herself. Those hard decisions ended up causing her bakery gets vandalized many times in a short time . The sexual attraction between them is off the charts. Marlon, a grumpy growly alpha has spent his life taking care of others and now he wants to be alone. Having Camilla as his roommate brings out his protectiveness for her and he fights himself to not feel like that again. When Marlon takes charge to keep her safe Camilliais determined to make it on her own. This is a funny, steamy book and is aone you must read.
August 30, 2023
slow burn,easy with a complicated heroine and some mystery
Marlon’ heart is frozen on the outside but mushy on the inside. He’s been everyone’s rock and protector and is happy to be alone. He’s one of four friends (and his brother) who attended the first wedding in this series. In book one his brother meets his match and he is told to let his new sister-in-law laws best friend live with him because she’s suddenly homeless. Of course he has the hots for her. He’s protective and runs a protection agency. Camilla owns a bakery and seems to always have financial difficulty. She keeps secrets from everyone. She was abused psychologically by her parents and an ex boyfriend. She strives for independence but craves Marlon and he her. It’s complicated with surprises.
Marlon’ heart is frozen on the outside but mushy on the inside. He’s been everyone’s rock and protector and is happy to be alone. He’s one of four friends (and his brother) who attended the first wedding in this series. In book one his brother meets his match and he is told to let his new sister-in-law laws best friend live with him because she’s suddenly homeless. Of course he has the hots for her. He’s protective and runs a protection agency. Camilla owns a bakery and seems to always have financial difficulty. She keeps secrets from everyone. She was abused psychologically by her parents and an ex boyfriend. She strives for independence but craves Marlon and he her. It’s complicated with surprises.
October 31, 2023
Camilla use to do everything by herself. She has her own successful bakery, amazing friends, but sadly on the verge of homeless. Marlon loved to be alone, then his brother shoved Camilla to his face and he got nothing but accept her as his roommate. No matter how beautiful she is, or how amazing she is, or how sexy she is, Marlon just want to be alone.
Of course he won't. He fall fast for Camilla, and hard.
Camilla is stubborn, and feared too much unconsciously make her kinda doormat. But then she realized she was, and try to be strong by insisting independence that will put her into another trouble. Yup, kinda vicious cycle. Thankfully she put her brain from her ass and accept Marlon's love.
Of course he won't. He fall fast for Camilla, and hard.
Camilla is stubborn, and feared too much unconsciously make her kinda doormat. But then she realized she was, and try to be strong by insisting independence that will put her into another trouble. Yup, kinda vicious cycle. Thankfully she put her brain from her ass and accept Marlon's love.
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