Tempt Me

Blissfully Sinful #1

by Alexia Chase

He can’t have her.
She’s always wanted him.

A small-town, brothers’ best friend, tattoo artist, who hurt you, contemporary romance with all the feels.

BellaDominic Wood is my downfall.

All 6'2" of tattoo-covered, pierced, 5 o’clock shadow wearing, cocky, dimpled, devil-may-care attitude… He should be illegal.

He’ll never notice someone like me.

The good girl.
The little sister.
The one he’s always protected.... but never wanted.

So I tried to move on. I even found someone else.

But when my ex refuses to let me go....

Dominic steps in.

And suddenly, staying away from him isn’t an option anymore.

DominicBella Wright is my kryptonite.

I’ve known her my entire life.

She was always off-limits.

Too young.
Too innocent.
My best friends’ little sister.

Then I left for college…And came back to a woman I couldn’t stop thinking about.

She’s everything I shouldn’t want. And everything I can’t have.

No one knows how much I think about her. No one can.

Because if I cross that line…

I lose everything.

But when her ex won’t back off.

Staying away from her isn’t an option anymore.

Genres: Steamy

439 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 5, 2025

About the author

My name is Alexia Chase.

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I specialize in quick, dirty, and sweet short stories and novellas with some novels for your reading pleasure.

I write for busy working mothers who admire and acquire books that provide the full escape of a novel but don’t have a lot of time.

More importantly, I offer insta-love, smutty sex, and swoon-worthy moments that will leave you with a flushed face and a giddy smile. Quick – pray no one is watching and wondering what in the hell is wrong with you because no one else looks that happy.

People who have read my books have the following to say:
“This insta-love story is extremely funny, a quick read and just filled with so much good and filthy stuff. I cannot recommend this book enough to anyone that likes Alexia Chase or is just thinking about picking one of her books up for the first time. Just make sure you are reading this where you can laugh out loud and get a crimson face when you read the erotic sex scenes.” LF Books
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“I’ve read a lot of books written by Alexia Chase; she has done a great job at writing another good short story; she is one of my favorite authors. I can’t wait to read more of her books.” Jeanne Richardson

My writing gives busy women that thirty-minute escape they need when they can’t afford a trip to the Caribbean with their secret lover, Dimitri.

My Soul Sisters don’t even have time to get away from the kids to take a shower.

Quick. Dirty. Sweet.

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Reviews

[Jordan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Woooo chillldddddd, this was JUICYYYY 🥵

WHERE DO I EVEN START?
FIRST - I loved Dominic. Like can I have a dominic please? Tattoo artist that is OBSESSEDDDDDDD with her & i mean obsessed, but what i loved the most is the obsession never walked the line of consent or get weird. It just was him being obsessed with every aspect of her, but being respectful as FFCUUUCKKK and that’s hella sexy imo 🫦

Dominic is like a huge teddy bear disguised as an “unattainable” tough guy imo - he felt unattainable to Bella, when he was just as into her as she was of him the entire time.

BELLA - I truly loved Bella from page 1. She felt relatable and she was so sassy and funny. I wanted to have a drink with her and her girlfriends. I HATED like literally hated Brock. like go away. I hate that name. I hate him.

The emotions this book brings out of you is ELITE. you’ll laugh, you’ll be nervous, you’ll swoon, you’ll be drooling 😜 the smut is SMUTTTINGGGGG. it was hot, it wasn’t too much, it wasn’t weird. It was top tier. super juicy.

I really enjoyed the writing! It was bingable, kept me entertained and I didn’t want it to end! What more can you ask for! I devoured this in one sitting and have 0 regrets.

Overall, you’re going to get:
🖤 Brother’s Best Friend
🖤 NO THIRD ACT CONFLICT
🖤 Mutual Pining
🖤 HE IS OBSESSED WITH HER
🖤 Small Town Romance
🖤 Tats & Piercings
🖤 Forbidden Romance

I immediately need Jake & Emily’s book and want the Sam to have a book & i immediately need the rest of the GFs to have a book too. Basically I’m obsessed and you need to go read it immediately.

⚠️ There is so triggers with a stalking / psycho ex, so def protect your mental health first & foremost.

[Korkoi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Finally Acknowledging the Inevitable -
It is important to note that you will have to carve out a few hours where there will be no interruptions before you start reading this book, as there is no way you will want to be disturbed from the moment you start reading. I found myself totally engrossed whilst I eagerly turned the pages and didn’t take a break until I finished reading the book. More importantly, the romance, steamy encounters and camaraderie of the characters made sure I had a pleasurable reading experience. Grab a copy of this book now, as you will definitely enjoy reading the story and be happy to recommend it. I am definitely looking forward to reading the next book in the series.

I received an advanced copy of this book and I am voluntarily leaving a review.

[B E · Rating 4 out of 5]

She is his best friend’s sister and has always been off limits. She has wanted him forever. Will they finally give in to temptation and try at a relationship.

[Jess - Reader of Books]

Tempt Me by Alexia Chase 💚
A Blissful Sinful Small Town Series, Book 1
Interconnected Standalone

Adult • Romance
ARC Review
300 pages
🗓️ February 5

💚best friend’s sister
💛mutual pining
💚secret tattoo
💛no 3rd act breakup

📍”I don’t want you to do that because of me.” “Who else would I do it for?”

This was such a fun read!

[Laura Gerez · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC Review of Tempt Me by Alexia Chase🎨✂️🎓🏫💉🩵📚

Where to begin?
First off—Dominic. Swoon. Can I have a Dominic, please? This man is a tattoo artist obsessed with Bella in the best possible way. And when I say obsessed, I don’t mean in a creepy, overbearing way. Nope. He’s all about her—mind, body, and soul—while still being respectful as hell. And let’s be real, that’s sexy af— well, you get it. He’s got that tough, untouchable vibe, but deep down? He’s a total teddy bear, and I loved that contrast.

And Bella? From page one, she had me. She’s sharp, she’s hilarious, and she’s the kind of woman you just want to grab a drink with. I was rooting for her the whole time.
As for Brock? Ew. Don’t even get me started. I hated him the second he showed up. The name, the attitude, all of it. Boy Bye.

Now, let’s talk about the emotions. This book gets you. One minute you’re laughing, the next you’re nervous, then suddenly you’re full-on swooning. And the steam? Whew. The spice was spicying in the best way—hot, never cringey, and just the right amount.

The writing? Addictive. I binged this in one sitting and didn’t regret a second of it. The romance, the chemistry, the friendships—it all just works.

Can’t wait for what’s next for Alexia!

TROPES
🖤Brother's Best Friend
🖤No third act breakup
🖤Mutual Pining
🖤MMC obsessed with her
🖤Small Town Romance
🖤Tats & Piercings
🖤Forbidden Romance

🩵My Favorite Quotes🩵

I want this woman in my life and in my bed because she’s already in my heart.

“You belong to me.”
“Yes.” He rises back to his knees.
“And I belong to you.” He runs his hand over the tattoo. “I got this the day after your graduation party, and I realized you were the only girl I’d ever love. And I couldn’t have you.”

‼️Book coming out February 5th on Amazon, and I'm already so stoked for everyone to read it and love it as much as I did‼️

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🌶️🌶️🌶️/5

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#Happyreading

[Kinal · Rating 4 out of 5]

Alexia Chase’s Tempt Me has everything hot and spicy one would want from a small town romance. There is brother’s broody hot tattoo artist best friend with boy obsessed love. The story of Dominic and Bella is super sizzling with their chemistry.

It starts with Bella and Dominic both obsessively in love with each other but they both haven’t confessed it to each other. Dom knows his best friend’s sister is off limits as per Bella’s brothers Sam and Ben while Bella feels Dom is not interested in her that way. But what happens when he is pushed to the limits where Bella’s creepy ex Brock begins to harass Bella almost everywhere she goes or when she tries to move on with another guy?! It’s all everything in Dom to break apart and claim her. She doesn’t know if this is true or a mistake. It gets more complicated with the small town newsfeeds get this information. Well that would mean a lot of drama, love, friendship, romance and a HEA. The book offers it all.

I enjoyed the book a lot however, there were parts where I felt a bit cliché with Dominic’s way of loving Bella and her responding to it as well. Parts of it were very dramatic with the creepy ex and Bella’s family.

Overall it was a fun book and enjoyed it well. I wish Alexia all the luck and look forward to reading more of her work in the future as well.

* these are just my views on the ARC copy reading*

[J.p · Rating 5 out of 5]

It is advisable to have a few hours free because once you start reading this you will want to read the entire book. This was an absolute pleasure to read. Dominic was the sort of man we all wish for, he was obsessed with Bella, but not in a creepy way! He loved her for years but always maintaining his distance due to his promise to her brothers and the idea he wasn’t good enough, let me tell you he was good enough and then some. An ideal man, amazing friend with a heart of gold, great artist, tattooed, pierced and with a really dirty mouth. Bella has been in love with Dominic most of her life too but never pursued as she’s younger and believed he didn’t like her. When an ex won’t take no for an answer she finds Dominic is her knight in shining armour. When they get together it is explosive and so steamy. Loved her sassiness and strength but before she grew a back bone she was a goodie to shoes but Dominic soon changed that!🥵loved Dominic’s personality and vulnerability due to his parentage but he a really good man. So steamy, can’t wait for Jake and Emma and the rest of the gang particularly Xavier. Great characters.

[Donna · Rating 4 out of 5]

Dominic Wood didn't have the best childhood. He grew up, went to college, got a degree in graphic design and then went straight to the best most prestigious tattoo shop, Twisted Ink in the city and after waiting months finally got the job. His designs are beautiful. He is obsessed with Bella and she is his muse for his drawings that no one is supposed to know about or do they?

Bella Wright has had a crush on Dominic for as long as she can remember, probably 4th or 5th grade, that was ten years ago. She is Sam and Ben's little sister and they happen to be best friends with Dominic.
She broke up with Brock after finding out he was cheating on her but now he won't leave her alone, so Dominic comes to her rescue. He will do anything to keep her safe, even though he thinks he's not good enough for her. But can he?

4 stars

[Carmela Dimattia · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think every woman needs a Dominic in her life and what a very lucky girl Bella was to have his attention and love. Bella and Dominic both fight their attraction because of the family connection but the fire is so prominent that you can feel it blazing the pages alight. When Bella’s ex harasses her Dominic steps in to warn Brock away from Bella and we discover his protective side and we see the strength of his love for Bella. Although you literally want to slap them both at times for their inaction it is a great journey as we read about their love flourishing. I am a huge Alexia Chase fan and this book was great to read and to say I devoured it is an understatement. Cannot wait for more!

[Destiny Imperati · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC Review ✨️

♡Bella & Dominic♡

Brother's best friend, and he's a tattoo artist?!!! 😍🙌😩 I want him! This story was a slow burn, had so many swoonworthy moments, the perfect couple, and some incredibly enjoyable writing.

The side characters were the best touch, and I loved how there was a "villian" in this story, which happens to be also Bella's horrid ex. I highly recommend giving this story a go!

Tropes:
🖤Small town
✨️Brother's best friend
🖤MMC tattoo artist
✨️Contemporary romance

Thanks so much to the author for the ARC!

[Aleksandra · Rating 5 out of 5]

This delightful romance combines the irresistible "brother's best friend" trope with a dash of suspense, making it a captivating and heartwarming read. Bella has secretly loved Dominic since her teenage years, and unbeknownst to her, he’s harbored feelings for her just as long. However, the protective interference of her brothers kept Dominic at bay, leaving both to hide their emotions.

Now 21 and newly single, Bella finds herself facing a stalker ex-boyfriend, and Dominic’s protective instincts kick into high gear. The chemistry between these two is electric, and their journey from suppressed longing to undeniable love is full of emotional depth. Dominic’s feelings of unworthiness contrast beautifully with Bella’s determination, and their shared vulnerability makes their eventual union all the more satisfying.

The subplot involving Bella’s obsessive ex adds tension, keeping readers on edge as they await his comeuppance. Rich with engaging minor characters, like Dominic’s supportive family, and set within the promise of a broader series, this story delivers everything fans of contemporary romance could hope for.

With a mix of suspense, heartfelt romance, and well-crafted characters, Alexia Chase’s story is a must-read for lovers of protective heroes and strong-willed heroines. It’s a fantastic start to what promises to be an exciting series!

[Sarah Nielsen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received this as an arc from the author and I’m voluntarily leaving my honest review.

This was a great brothers’ best friend romance. It was a fairly slow burn story and much more so than what I have become used to by this author but it worked for the story. Thes story was well written and had me hooked from the beginning. I loved Domenic and Bella, they had such much chemistry and were just great together.

[Tracey Troxell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book. He is one of her brothers’ best friends and she has been in love with him for years. She never thought he liked her because they always fought when they were around each other. He has secretly been in love with her too, never thinking he was good enough for her. When he finds out that her ex is stalking her he steps in and protects her. They finally admit their feelings to each other and become a couple. This was a hot, steamy read that I highly recommend.

I voluntarily reviewed an arc of this book.

[KAG · Rating 4 out of 5]

Normally I skip "I don't like my siblings best friend" books. I am glad I did not skip this book, it was good. This is one of your novel length so there is more character development. There is more time for plot and a little bit of action. Action not action action like sex because a lot of action action . I really like that the lead male character showed emotions. I am all for emotions on a man. Although Dad needs to calm down at times *insert laugh* . Would recommend, two thumbs up.

[Linda Lavoie · Rating 5 out of 5]

À Young girl crush, Bella is now becoming a woman who knows what she wants and it isn’t easy. Add a crazy ex to the mix, older brothers well you see the picture. You won’t be able to put it down, those steamy moments are just hot, I felt in love with Dominic, my new book boyfriend.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Linda · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 stars

I loved this book! Bella and Dominic are just the perfect mix for each other.

I love friends to something more, even if this was years in the making for them.

Age gap, brothers' best friend, small town, secretly crushing in each other for years, protective romance story.

I loved this world that Alexia built and I hope this is the beginning of a new series!.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Erika · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bella and Dom have been in love with each other for years. Neither had the courage to tell the other. When she decides to move on, her past comes back to haunt her. Don will do everything to protect what was his all along. This is one hot story that will keep you glued to your kindle.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Karen B · Rating 4 out of 5]

Asking for a friend…where can one find a Dominic to lust after and then date? Wow, what a fantastic MMC-a protective, rough exterior with a heart of gold that has it bad for his beat friends’ little sister, Bella. Once these two finally admitted their pull to each other, their connection was strong, the spice was heavy and the love vast. A quick contemporary romance read with awesome tattoo references!
Thanks to the author for an eARC-thoughts are honest, my own and voluntary.

[Cynthia · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was so good! It was steamy and passionate with a little suspense, lots of chemistry, and a whole lot of spark. It's a definite must-read.

[Amanda M · Rating 4 out of 5]

A really great story that has likable characters. It's well written too. And you get two very deserving characters of a HEA.

[Isabel Debono · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a great read about unrequited love... when it turns out that love was definitely reciprocated.
I always love a brothers best friend read and this one didn't disappoint.
Dominic was everything one could want in a male lead.
Bella was the perfect best friends little sister, who Dominic couldn't help but be protective over, and eventually fall for.
Great read.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Kim · Rating 4 out of 5]

Welcome to the small town drama of Brookhaven. He’s not good enough for her because of his father. She’s afraid of disappointing her parents so she holds back from her true self. These two are quite a pair but when they finally get together they are explosive. Looking forward to more stories from this new world.

[Heather · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked Dominic and Bella. Their relationship isn't easy at the start but develops into more. The storyline was good and I liked the characters. I liked how protective Dominic was. There's steam but plenty of emotion. This was a good read I binged in a couple of hours.

[Catherine M. · Rating 4 out of 5]

ARC Review
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Who can resist a tattooed and pierced brother’s best friend story? Definitely not me! This story was delicious and delivered on chemistry, connection and spice.

This was a fun, quick read that made me smile and swoon over Dominic, our tattooed and pierced MMC with heart of gold and a fierce protective side. He is so gone for our FMC, Bella. In turn, Bella goes from good girl to feisty when she decides to take control of her life and go after what she wants. When they both realize their feelings for each other is when the magic starts to happen and it’s so good!

Dom, Bella and their entourage made me smile, swoon and laugh. It definitely was a good one!

I would like to thank Alexia Chase for the opportunity to read and review Tempt Me.

[Tiffany Hannick · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a brothers friend romance. It also is filled with excitement as Bella deals with an ex that can’t understand that they are no longer together. Dominic is an amazing man who is definitely a protector. They had each had major crushes on each other for years but didn’t think the other would feel the same. Their story will keep you on your toes watching as Bella and Dom dance around one another. You also get to get to know their friends so well that you will want more from them all once the book ends.

[Serena Dale · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.75 ⭐️

ARC Review

Really enjoyed this book! Dominic is the protective hero we all love to read about! The way he has always looked out for Bella made me swoon for him!
Bella has her doubts/insecurities, but she is still such a confident person and knows what she wants!
I love the banter and relationship between Bella and Dominic!

[Biggs_bookshelf · Rating 5 out of 5]

I inhaled this book! From page one I loved the chemistry between Dom and Bella. Unrequited love finally is exposed. There’s great banter, some series heat an ex that is terrible. Sam needs to pull the stick out of his but (oddly my brothers name is also Sam and this sounds just like him). All of the characters brought something to the table, the parents were great and again loved the main characters. Kind of think we need to have a copy of Doms art!

[Sue MacKenzie · Rating 5 out of 5]

These two were perfect for each other.
They just didn't see it, but others did.
But they're so caught up in worrying about what others think, that they end wasting so much time.
Time that they could of had together.
I haven't read a small town romance in a long time, and this was the perfect one to get me back in to them.
I couldn't put it down once I started.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Jennifer Leigh (jenjenbookfan) · Rating 4 out of 5]

𝐓𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐭 𝐌𝐞 is the first book in A Blissfully Sinful Small Town Series by Alexia Chase, featuring a spicy brother’s best friend, who hurt you romance for Bella and Dominic with all the feels, tons of heat, and some “Touch Her and ☠️” vibes. I enjoyed Bella and Dominic’s mutual pining dynamic that became downright comical as it became obvious that everyone was aware but them!🤦🏼‍♀️ Talk to each other, people!😅 I loved Dominic, the protective tattoo artist, who was definitely obsessed with his secret muse Bella! Bella was relatable with her desire to please her parents, while still exuding an admirable strength bubbling to the surface to push her onto the path she really wanted to be on. The compelling suspense plot came in with her creepy ex who can’t take no for an answer, which made for some interesting scenes. Once Dominic and Bella gave into the chemistry between them, the fire was immediate and explosive!!🔥🥵🫠 While I appreciated the heat, I’ll the admit that there were a couple times that the frequency of the spicy scenes took me out of the flow of the story a bit. Dominic’s supportive family were great, and I can’t wait to learn more about them as the series continues!

I received an ARC for free, and am leaving this review voluntarily.
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[Mafia Wife · Rating 4 out of 5]

She was the little sister of his best friend and she knew that he would never look at her as anything else. But when her ex won't leave her alone he steps up and steps in. He always noticed her, even when they were kids and her brothers teased her, he was her protector. Now that the ex is sniffing around again, there is no way he is going to stand aside and let him near her again. He is obsessed with her, but has been keeping it on the back burner, but now that there is a threat, he is not going to stand back anymore. These two are so spicy and hot. They have been mutually pining for each other for years, and once they push away the obstacles there is nothing to keep their chemistry in check as it ignites. You can't really call it instalove because it has been simmering for years, but it is intense love. They each have vulnerabilities to explore and overcome as well as dealing with the ex, but these two are meant to be together and they can't keep their hands off each other once they start. So hot and spicy. You just love the sweet and protective book boyfriend who is obsessed with his lady.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.