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Burned: 2 Romances, 2 Impossible Loves
When you fall for the guy you know you shouldn't, you always risk getting... burned.
2 romances. 2 impossible loves.
Book 1 - Hooked on the Game
by C.M. Owens
Everyone has secrets that define them, a past that has shaped them, and a game they play - whether they know it or not.
Despite the fact they live next door to each other, Kade and Raya have never made an effort to speak, until a wild party, four frat boys, and... a bulldozer.
Sterling Shore was supposed to be a new start for eighteen-year-old Raya Capperton. Everything was working out perfectly until her two roommates were expelled for a prank, leaving Raya with the house she couldn't afford on her own. Fate intervenes before she has the chance to find a new home, but she struggles to decide if it's divine luck or the devil's cruel sense of humor.
Twenty-one-year-old Kade Colton has his life planned out, and everything he does is an elaborate game to aid him with his future endeavors. Coming from money has made Kade's life easy, but he wants to build his own name - his own future. The thing he doesn't realize... when you only put forth superficial effort, you only acquire superficial friends.
Raya is torn between being amused or disturbed by Kade and his philosophy, but the drive behind his determination isn't what Raya expected. Little by little, her hatred fades and is replaced by emotions she never would have believed she could have for the rich jerk she desperately doesn't want to care about. Too bad you can't force yourself not to care.
The problem is... Kade's shiny name can't be tarnished, and Raya has a jaded tie she can't cut loose. Nothing about them can work, nothing about them makes sense, but nothing can seem to stop them from trying.
*Not suitable for anyone under the age of eighteen
**No cliffhanger
**New Adult Contemporary Romance
**Descriptive sex
**Language
Book 2 - My Despicable Ex (Part 1)
By Sierra Rose
She thinks he’s despicable. He wants her back…with a vengeance.
Ashly Roberts and Jake Connors are barely twenty when they decide to take the proverbial plunge and walk down the aisle to exchange vows in front of the dearly beloved. Basking in bridal bliss, Ashly feels she is living the perfect fairytale, until she’s faced with a runaway groom, dumped at the altar by bad-boy fiancé, Jake Connors.
Five years later, Jake steps back into her life…
He realizes that being a no-show for their nuptials was the worst mistake of his life. A little older and more mature, he is ready to fight for Ashly’s love once again. When Ashly sees him, she can’t deny the attraction she feels, but her hormones are overruled by the horror of what he did to her in the past. Nevertheless, Jake’s most potent weapon, those dazzling baby blues, ignites a spark in Ashly, no matter how angry she wants to be. She cannot deny the spark, and she only hopes the inferno it ignites will not consume her heart again.
2 romances. 2 impossible loves.
Book 1 - Hooked on the Game
by C.M. Owens
Everyone has secrets that define them, a past that has shaped them, and a game they play - whether they know it or not.
Despite the fact they live next door to each other, Kade and Raya have never made an effort to speak, until a wild party, four frat boys, and... a bulldozer.
Sterling Shore was supposed to be a new start for eighteen-year-old Raya Capperton. Everything was working out perfectly until her two roommates were expelled for a prank, leaving Raya with the house she couldn't afford on her own. Fate intervenes before she has the chance to find a new home, but she struggles to decide if it's divine luck or the devil's cruel sense of humor.
Twenty-one-year-old Kade Colton has his life planned out, and everything he does is an elaborate game to aid him with his future endeavors. Coming from money has made Kade's life easy, but he wants to build his own name - his own future. The thing he doesn't realize... when you only put forth superficial effort, you only acquire superficial friends.
Raya is torn between being amused or disturbed by Kade and his philosophy, but the drive behind his determination isn't what Raya expected. Little by little, her hatred fades and is replaced by emotions she never would have believed she could have for the rich jerk she desperately doesn't want to care about. Too bad you can't force yourself not to care.
The problem is... Kade's shiny name can't be tarnished, and Raya has a jaded tie she can't cut loose. Nothing about them can work, nothing about them makes sense, but nothing can seem to stop them from trying.
*Not suitable for anyone under the age of eighteen
**No cliffhanger
**New Adult Contemporary Romance
**Descriptive sex
**Language
Book 2 - My Despicable Ex (Part 1)
By Sierra Rose
She thinks he’s despicable. He wants her back…with a vengeance.
Ashly Roberts and Jake Connors are barely twenty when they decide to take the proverbial plunge and walk down the aisle to exchange vows in front of the dearly beloved. Basking in bridal bliss, Ashly feels she is living the perfect fairytale, until she’s faced with a runaway groom, dumped at the altar by bad-boy fiancé, Jake Connors.
Five years later, Jake steps back into her life…
He realizes that being a no-show for their nuptials was the worst mistake of his life. A little older and more mature, he is ready to fight for Ashly’s love once again. When Ashly sees him, she can’t deny the attraction she feels, but her hormones are overruled by the horror of what he did to her in the past. Nevertheless, Jake’s most potent weapon, those dazzling baby blues, ignites a spark in Ashly, no matter how angry she wants to be. She cannot deny the spark, and she only hopes the inferno it ignites will not consume her heart again.
308 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 16, 2014
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About the author
Sierra Rose
84 books255 followersSierra Rose is a stay at home mom and writer. With the support from her husband, friends, and family, she finally decided to write her first romance novel, My Despicable Ex, followed by the second book in the series. She hopes to write more romance books in the future.
Sierra is a dreamer, a hopeless romantic, and believes fairy tales can come true. She enjoys spending time with her husband of ten years and her wonderful children, ages 9 - 12. She has two cats and one dog. Sierra enjoys going to book clubs, camping, hiking, reading, jogging, and swimming.
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June 19, 2014
I could not put this book down! This story was surprisingly good and the characters are so vivid in my mind as I read this book. Sierra Rose did a great job in writing this story because you can feel the ups and downs that Raya and Kade experience throughout the story. I loved this story and look forward to sampling some more of her work. I recommend this book.
May 26, 2017
A very good book by this author, an enjoyable read.
December 17, 2017
I just loved this book, I couldn’t put it down once I stated reading it. If you’re into contemporary romance of any kind like I am, then I recommend you read this book.
August 27, 2018
To be honest, i had this book in my kindle for a year and change,only managed to read the first story ,after that didn't feel the need to continue. The first was ok.
May 8, 2022
Dumped?
Both stories we well written and I enjoyed both. You were given just enough to leave you wanting more can't wait to continue the story
Both stories we well written and I enjoyed both. You were given just enough to leave you wanting more can't wait to continue the story
June 17, 2015
I dug the first story (4), but the second wasn't my thing(1.5)
I had already read (and reviewed) Hooked on the Game. I really liked that book (4 stars), finding it a good plot with likable characters and good sexy scenes.
My Despicable Ex fell short and then nothing came of it, so I'd give it 1.5 stars). I don't care to read about an angry character that never reveals redeeming qualities, and due to the cliffhanger/brevity, I didn't see the redemption with Ashly. She came across too princessy at the start and with her friends, so I couldn't forgive her deserved anger at Jake. Simply put, it just wasn't for me.
I had already read (and reviewed) Hooked on the Game. I really liked that book (4 stars), finding it a good plot with likable characters and good sexy scenes.
My Despicable Ex fell short and then nothing came of it, so I'd give it 1.5 stars). I don't care to read about an angry character that never reveals redeeming qualities, and due to the cliffhanger/brevity, I didn't see the redemption with Ashly. She came across too princessy at the start and with her friends, so I couldn't forgive her deserved anger at Jake. Simply put, it just wasn't for me.
June 18, 2014
Book 1 C.M. Owens
I really enjoyed this book. There was alot of classic elements. Rich bad boy, poor beautiful girl. Lots of misunderstandings in between. Very entertaining !
Book 2 Sierra Rose
I really tried to like this book. REALLY! I just couldn't , so well I DNF. I know now I'm despicable.
I really enjoyed this book. There was alot of classic elements. Rich bad boy, poor beautiful girl. Lots of misunderstandings in between. Very entertaining !
Book 2 Sierra Rose
I really tried to like this book. REALLY! I just couldn't , so well I DNF. I know now I'm despicable.
July 1, 2014
4 Stars - Hooked on the Game
2 Stars - My Despicable Ex
2 Stars - My Despicable Ex
June 5, 2014
Both very good stories.
July 18, 2014
Rating is for 'My Despicable Ex' only, as I had rated the other book separately.
June 13, 2016
Two great stories
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