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Luminara #2
L'amore
This book contains adult content and therefore is only suitable for age 18 years and over.
Praise for the author.
SJ Molloy, first time British Author from Scotland, has found her way into the hearts of the US and all over the world. I found this book really refreshing in that the back story of the heroine was thought provoking and there was enough detail to get the idea without it being gratuitous. The book in my opinion was very well written. The book definitely had a 50 Shades feel to it, and the sex scenes were very erotic. Well done, SJ Molloy, you will be reaching for the next book in the series like I did! ~ Books and Beyond Fifty Shades.
"SJ Molloy writes her stories the way that we talk about books—with Heart and Passion. Reading her characters’ intense chemistry makes a person yearn to reach out and possess that themselves. This author has left a huge imprint on me, and I cannot wait to see what she deals out next." ~ The SubClub Books.
Please note. This book is not a stand alone novel therefore it's recommended to read in order of the series to appreciate the story. L'amore is book 2 in the series.
L’amore Synopsis
# Book 2 of The Luminara Series.
This is the ultimate romantic love story. This is the most tragic love story.
A life of Love. A life with Love. His Love.
The Love ~ L’amore.
File I for intense. Lexi and Lucca’s relationship is so intense and all-consuming, they barely have time to catch their breath.
Following her passionate, whirlwind romance in Tuscany, Lexi has finally learned how to trust, finding true love and happiness with Lucca Caruso.
File E for earth-shattering. Lexi is about to experience the sexiest, earth-shattering eroticism with her insatiable Italian God, Lucca.
Lucca builds Lexi’s confidence and encourages her to lose her inhibitions with his ‘ask-get’ approach. He teaches her to ask for the desires that she lusts for, and he’s all too willing to give her his sexual gifts of the day.
They have no boundaries.
They have each other.
They live for one another.
File T for timeless. Their love transcends time. He is her always. She is his forever.
Lucca promises to love, cherish, support, and protect his dolcezza. Recent discoveries leave Lexi feeling anxious and uncertain, until Lucca indulges her in romance, adoration, and tender loving care. They plan for their future and everything appears to be getting brighter.
Until darkness prevails …
The tormentor of her dreams.
The devil in disguise.
The uprising of Michael Parks.
Michael has unfinished business, and his resurrection will rewrite Lexi and Lucca’s destiny forever. He wants revenge and will stop at nothing until he has it. Dark black was the colour of her life … and is the colour of her afterlife.
Alexis Evangeline Robertson is going straight to Hell.
After the desires of lust …
And the sweetness of love …
And the flicker of light …
Fate has brought Lucca and Lexi together. Can fate take L’amore away?
Praise for the author.
SJ Molloy, first time British Author from Scotland, has found her way into the hearts of the US and all over the world. I found this book really refreshing in that the back story of the heroine was thought provoking and there was enough detail to get the idea without it being gratuitous. The book in my opinion was very well written. The book definitely had a 50 Shades feel to it, and the sex scenes were very erotic. Well done, SJ Molloy, you will be reaching for the next book in the series like I did! ~ Books and Beyond Fifty Shades.
"SJ Molloy writes her stories the way that we talk about books—with Heart and Passion. Reading her characters’ intense chemistry makes a person yearn to reach out and possess that themselves. This author has left a huge imprint on me, and I cannot wait to see what she deals out next." ~ The SubClub Books.
Please note. This book is not a stand alone novel therefore it's recommended to read in order of the series to appreciate the story. L'amore is book 2 in the series.
L’amore Synopsis
# Book 2 of The Luminara Series.
This is the ultimate romantic love story. This is the most tragic love story.
A life of Love. A life with Love. His Love.
The Love ~ L’amore.
File I for intense. Lexi and Lucca’s relationship is so intense and all-consuming, they barely have time to catch their breath.
Following her passionate, whirlwind romance in Tuscany, Lexi has finally learned how to trust, finding true love and happiness with Lucca Caruso.
File E for earth-shattering. Lexi is about to experience the sexiest, earth-shattering eroticism with her insatiable Italian God, Lucca.
Lucca builds Lexi’s confidence and encourages her to lose her inhibitions with his ‘ask-get’ approach. He teaches her to ask for the desires that she lusts for, and he’s all too willing to give her his sexual gifts of the day.
They have no boundaries.
They have each other.
They live for one another.
File T for timeless. Their love transcends time. He is her always. She is his forever.
Lucca promises to love, cherish, support, and protect his dolcezza. Recent discoveries leave Lexi feeling anxious and uncertain, until Lucca indulges her in romance, adoration, and tender loving care. They plan for their future and everything appears to be getting brighter.
Until darkness prevails …
The tormentor of her dreams.
The devil in disguise.
The uprising of Michael Parks.
Michael has unfinished business, and his resurrection will rewrite Lexi and Lucca’s destiny forever. He wants revenge and will stop at nothing until he has it. Dark black was the colour of her life … and is the colour of her afterlife.
Alexis Evangeline Robertson is going straight to Hell.
After the desires of lust …
And the sweetness of love …
And the flicker of light …
Fate has brought Lucca and Lexi together. Can fate take L’amore away?
625 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 29, 2014
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About the author
S.J. Molloy
10 books309 followersSJ Molloy, British Author of ‘The Luminara Series’ was born in Edinburgh, Scotland. She currently resides in Scotland with her husband, two daughters, and loving gun dog who is utterly spoiled. Along with writing and publishing romance fiction, SJ is completing her MLitt Creative Writing, Crime Writing and Forensic Investigation postgrad at Dundee University, Scotland.
SJ loves well-developed, multi-layered stories with moral complexities in various genre's. SJ will be splitting her time between writing and publishing crime fiction; namely: Tartan Noir, Mystery Suspense, and Psychological Thrillers along with various genre's of romance fiction, script writing, blog posts, and freelance creative writing.
When she's not writing, reading, studying, enjoying family time or walking her dog, SJ loves all things practical and creative. Dancing, music, cooking, travelling, good food and wine are her favourite past times along with laughter, lots and lots of laughter.
SJ loves well-developed, multi-layered stories with moral complexities in various genre's. SJ will be splitting her time between writing and publishing crime fiction; namely: Tartan Noir, Mystery Suspense, and Psychological Thrillers along with various genre's of romance fiction, script writing, blog posts, and freelance creative writing.
When she's not writing, reading, studying, enjoying family time or walking her dog, SJ loves all things practical and creative. Dancing, music, cooking, travelling, good food and wine are her favourite past times along with laughter, lots and lots of laughter.
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June 16, 2017
***** 4 Dolcezza Stars *****
Not a standalone
The story continues! Lexi and Lucca try to work things out after their romantic holiday in Tuscany, but there's a lot of drama because of Lucca's past.
One of my favorite things about this story was getting to know more about their family and friends. There are a lot of touching moments that will warm your heart. I loved this story more than the first, and I can't wait to read the next book!
Not a standalone
The story continues! Lexi and Lucca try to work things out after their romantic holiday in Tuscany, but there's a lot of drama because of Lucca's past.
One of my favorite things about this story was getting to know more about their family and friends. There are a lot of touching moments that will warm your heart. I loved this story more than the first, and I can't wait to read the next book!
June 7, 2014
This book was received from the author in exchange for an honest review.
L’amore is Book 2 in The Luminara Series, and delves further into Lexi Robertson’s and Lucca Caruso’s story. L’amore is not a standalone, so I highly recommend reading Book 1, Lussuria, first. Once you read Lussuria, you will want to jump head first into this continuation.
L’amore begins right where Lussuria left us, and I can’t tell you how much I appreciate that. Lexi is continuing to learn how to deal with everything that has happened in her past, but now she also has to consider how it will affect this new consuming love she has with Lucca. She has always closely guarded herself against the world, and rightly so considering the childhood she had. But she also knows shutting out the man who owns her completely is out of the question. How is he going to react when he hears about everything she has done, or has had done to her? What will he think of her once he knows? When he learned some of the worst events in her childhood, he didn’t handle it well. Can she be the cause of more pain for him?
Lucca wants nothing more than to continue to love, cherish and worship, Lexi, and to keep her safe. Honestly, he would be at his happiest if he could have her chained to his side continuously. Since they have a difficult time keeping their hands off each other when they are together, the chaining could be an added benefit. However, he knows that is not possible, and Lexi doesn’t necessarily appreciate his over-the-top measures of ensuring her safety. But Lucca knows something that Lexi doesn’t, which necessitates the scrutiny of friends and a security detail. The vile monster that dealt Lexi her most horrific abuses is back. And he’ll stop at nothing to destroy her.
I thoroughly enjoyed watching Lexi grow in this book. She is faced with situations that make her pause and evaluate as someone might who hasn’t suffered so horribly in their past. She still has work to do to get there, but it shows how important a trusted support system can be, and how she is opening herself a little each day and allowing this incredible L’amore help her to heal and become stronger. I’m also hoping as she continues to grow that she does a bit less “filing”, as it began to seem a bit excessive. S.J. Molloy has done a wonderful job giving us just enough background to make sense of everything, but also building the anticipation for what is to come. I KNOW there are going to be some major happenings coming up, and I can’t wait to see what happens. I would give this book 4.5/5 stars, but this site does not allow granting of partial stars.
L’amore is Book 2 in The Luminara Series, and delves further into Lexi Robertson’s and Lucca Caruso’s story. L’amore is not a standalone, so I highly recommend reading Book 1, Lussuria, first. Once you read Lussuria, you will want to jump head first into this continuation.
L’amore begins right where Lussuria left us, and I can’t tell you how much I appreciate that. Lexi is continuing to learn how to deal with everything that has happened in her past, but now she also has to consider how it will affect this new consuming love she has with Lucca. She has always closely guarded herself against the world, and rightly so considering the childhood she had. But she also knows shutting out the man who owns her completely is out of the question. How is he going to react when he hears about everything she has done, or has had done to her? What will he think of her once he knows? When he learned some of the worst events in her childhood, he didn’t handle it well. Can she be the cause of more pain for him?
Lucca wants nothing more than to continue to love, cherish and worship, Lexi, and to keep her safe. Honestly, he would be at his happiest if he could have her chained to his side continuously. Since they have a difficult time keeping their hands off each other when they are together, the chaining could be an added benefit. However, he knows that is not possible, and Lexi doesn’t necessarily appreciate his over-the-top measures of ensuring her safety. But Lucca knows something that Lexi doesn’t, which necessitates the scrutiny of friends and a security detail. The vile monster that dealt Lexi her most horrific abuses is back. And he’ll stop at nothing to destroy her.
I thoroughly enjoyed watching Lexi grow in this book. She is faced with situations that make her pause and evaluate as someone might who hasn’t suffered so horribly in their past. She still has work to do to get there, but it shows how important a trusted support system can be, and how she is opening herself a little each day and allowing this incredible L’amore help her to heal and become stronger. I’m also hoping as she continues to grow that she does a bit less “filing”, as it began to seem a bit excessive. S.J. Molloy has done a wonderful job giving us just enough background to make sense of everything, but also building the anticipation for what is to come. I KNOW there are going to be some major happenings coming up, and I can’t wait to see what happens. I would give this book 4.5/5 stars, but this site does not allow granting of partial stars.
May 22, 2021
Book Review: L'amore: The Luminara Series, Book 2
Author: SJ Molloy
FOUR STARS
This book continues with Lexi and Lucca's story. In this book Lucca's jealousy and Lexi's insecurities have about done me in. I do love their chemisty and passion for one another but my goodness they have a lot of issues.
Ms. Molloy does really have a very descriptive way of writing. You can visualize everything and you feel like you are right there in the middle of everything. Hazel and Cameron, Lexi's best friend and brother are amazing people and so protective of Lexi.
There are so many secrets and the way Lucca trys to control every aspect of everything is maddening.
KLH
Author: SJ Molloy
FOUR STARS
This book continues with Lexi and Lucca's story. In this book Lucca's jealousy and Lexi's insecurities have about done me in. I do love their chemisty and passion for one another but my goodness they have a lot of issues.
Ms. Molloy does really have a very descriptive way of writing. You can visualize everything and you feel like you are right there in the middle of everything. Hazel and Cameron, Lexi's best friend and brother are amazing people and so protective of Lexi.
There are so many secrets and the way Lucca trys to control every aspect of everything is maddening.
KLH
October 2, 2016
L'amore is the second book in the Luminara series. Lexi and Lucca pick up almost where they left off from Lussuria in their love story. Lexi is getting more comfortable with her surroundings and while that is a great thing, she is also getting more flashbacks from her childhood. Lexi is getting more comfortable in her own body and asking Lucca for the things she wants intimately and coming out of her shell. Lucca is a great match for Lexi and everyone around friends and family can agree to that once they have seen the couple together. History keeps repeating its self for both Lucca ane Lexi and they have to work together to get through some of these that are much tougher.
What I enjoyed most about L'amore is watching Lucca be such a great balance for Lexi and helping her through her tough times, knowing her as much as she knows herself in the things she is needing at the moment. There are times that Lexi wants to give up thinking she can not keep going on this way, but Lucca is there at every turn not letting her go but learning to give her her space and time to think. Watching Lexi come to the decision that yes she will want certain things in life given in the right time of course that she never thought she would ever want or even think of having.
This is another amazing book by S.J. Molloy. It is a long read but so worth it. This story has Lexi and Lucca coming together and meeting each others family, flashbacks from Lexi's past that she will learn to work through, Lucca and both Lexi are stubborn in their own ways and that is entertaining to read as they play out those moments together, Lexi having more family and loving all the support of Lucca's family, of course what would be a love story without some other woman from Lucca's past trying to snake their way back into his life and rile it up, A love story. If you like stories like this, then L'amore is a must!!
What I enjoyed most about L'amore is watching Lucca be such a great balance for Lexi and helping her through her tough times, knowing her as much as she knows herself in the things she is needing at the moment. There are times that Lexi wants to give up thinking she can not keep going on this way, but Lucca is there at every turn not letting her go but learning to give her her space and time to think. Watching Lexi come to the decision that yes she will want certain things in life given in the right time of course that she never thought she would ever want or even think of having.
This is another amazing book by S.J. Molloy. It is a long read but so worth it. This story has Lexi and Lucca coming together and meeting each others family, flashbacks from Lexi's past that she will learn to work through, Lucca and both Lexi are stubborn in their own ways and that is entertaining to read as they play out those moments together, Lexi having more family and loving all the support of Lucca's family, of course what would be a love story without some other woman from Lucca's past trying to snake their way back into his life and rile it up, A love story. If you like stories like this, then L'amore is a must!!
November 26, 2014
10 Whoop Stars but 5 on here
This book was given to me for my honest review
As a young child we all were intrigued by amusements parks. Whether it be for the food or the rides or even the fascination of the spinning of wheels we loved them. The waiting in the long lines for our favorite of favorite rides we just had to have a go on. The anticipation of what was going to happen when we sat in our favorite ride was the utmost of the park in itself.
This is the 2nd book in the Luminara Series and needs to be read in order.
Lucca-fabulously hunky
Lexi-pretty, smart and reserved
Hazel-best friend of Lexi’s
This is the continuation of Lexi and Lucca’s journey. With Lexi’s past still causing despair in her dreams Lucca tries to slay the dragons and ensure that their forever will be of happy times. He vows to protect her at all costs but what if the costs are too high? What if Lexi ends up the protector will she be able to keep her promise to Lucca and not leave? Or will he understand that said promise is a way of showing the path to finding the true paths to their forever?
Everyone is out to protect Lexi at all costs she loves them dearly but as a surprise comes into play life becomes a little more interesting and more exasperating for them both. Not all surprises are good mind us all. Some of them can hurt but with a little flare can mean the entire world in the end.
To the author: You have floored me again with this amazing book. This reviewer is in awe and can’t wait to read the 3rd book. I would love to explode in this review but I have a tendency of keeping readers in the dark. All is fair when reading this book. You have major Kudos.
To the readers: Stay tuned for this journey is not over yet.
Happy Reading
This book was given to me for my honest review
As a young child we all were intrigued by amusements parks. Whether it be for the food or the rides or even the fascination of the spinning of wheels we loved them. The waiting in the long lines for our favorite of favorite rides we just had to have a go on. The anticipation of what was going to happen when we sat in our favorite ride was the utmost of the park in itself.
This is the 2nd book in the Luminara Series and needs to be read in order.
Lucca-fabulously hunky
Lexi-pretty, smart and reserved
Hazel-best friend of Lexi’s
This is the continuation of Lexi and Lucca’s journey. With Lexi’s past still causing despair in her dreams Lucca tries to slay the dragons and ensure that their forever will be of happy times. He vows to protect her at all costs but what if the costs are too high? What if Lexi ends up the protector will she be able to keep her promise to Lucca and not leave? Or will he understand that said promise is a way of showing the path to finding the true paths to their forever?
Everyone is out to protect Lexi at all costs she loves them dearly but as a surprise comes into play life becomes a little more interesting and more exasperating for them both. Not all surprises are good mind us all. Some of them can hurt but with a little flare can mean the entire world in the end.
To the author: You have floored me again with this amazing book. This reviewer is in awe and can’t wait to read the 3rd book. I would love to explode in this review but I have a tendency of keeping readers in the dark. All is fair when reading this book. You have major Kudos.
To the readers: Stay tuned for this journey is not over yet.
Happy Reading
June 5, 2014
This is the second book in the Luminara series, and you need to read the first to understand what’s happening in this installment.
The story picks up with Lexi settling down with Lucca after their Italian vacation and engagement. She’s now making the move into his Castello de Caruso. They have to continue to learn how to live and communicate with one another. Lexi has progressed remarkably since being introduced as a shy and timid woman in Lussuria. She has become more firm in her beliefs and her ability to speak up. She’s also more comfortable around strange men.
Lucca continues to be his domineering, yet loving self. It’s clear he always has Lexi’s best interests at heart but he sometimes goes about it in the wrong way. He also has an issue when he gets overly stressed of not talking to Lexi but instead drinking too much.
With a large cast of supporting characters you’d think you get lost but truthfully they grow into their own and start to show individual personalities. They relate well to Lexi and Lucca and add to the story by showing the lessening of Lexi’s fears and the overall growth of the relationship.
Michael Parks, Lexi’s childhood torturer, is back. For a majority of this installment he’s very much in the background and only peripheral to the story; however, by the end he becomes the focus and even the catalyst to set up the third book.
This is a solid series filled with fairytale type romance and a side of erotica. It’ll be interesting to see how the past becomes the present in the next part.
Rating: 4 stars
~Complimentary copy received in exchange for honest review.~
The story picks up with Lexi settling down with Lucca after their Italian vacation and engagement. She’s now making the move into his Castello de Caruso. They have to continue to learn how to live and communicate with one another. Lexi has progressed remarkably since being introduced as a shy and timid woman in Lussuria. She has become more firm in her beliefs and her ability to speak up. She’s also more comfortable around strange men.
Lucca continues to be his domineering, yet loving self. It’s clear he always has Lexi’s best interests at heart but he sometimes goes about it in the wrong way. He also has an issue when he gets overly stressed of not talking to Lexi but instead drinking too much.
With a large cast of supporting characters you’d think you get lost but truthfully they grow into their own and start to show individual personalities. They relate well to Lexi and Lucca and add to the story by showing the lessening of Lexi’s fears and the overall growth of the relationship.
Michael Parks, Lexi’s childhood torturer, is back. For a majority of this installment he’s very much in the background and only peripheral to the story; however, by the end he becomes the focus and even the catalyst to set up the third book.
This is a solid series filled with fairytale type romance and a side of erotica. It’ll be interesting to see how the past becomes the present in the next part.
Rating: 4 stars
~Complimentary copy received in exchange for honest review.~
March 13, 2016
Again, if I could give this book 10* I certainly would. I absolutely adore Lexi and Lucca. As expected when finishing book 1, Lexi' past comes back to haunt her. Much to her annoyance, Lucca gets security in place to protect Lexi from her childhood abuser that has been released from prison...he has one aim and that's revenge for Lexi killing his father.
This book tests Lexi. The poor girl gets over one hurdle only to face another five hurdles.
This book ends when we find out that Lexinis pregnant and she has to be whisked away to Italy with Lucca and her mum for protection. Her full family is in danger from this abuser. I really want to know what happens now. I just love this story.
Well done SJ Molloy.
This book tests Lexi. The poor girl gets over one hurdle only to face another five hurdles.
This book ends when we find out that Lexinis pregnant and she has to be whisked away to Italy with Lucca and her mum for protection. Her full family is in danger from this abuser. I really want to know what happens now. I just love this story.
Well done SJ Molloy.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 28, 2016
Wow, after reading the first book in this series I could not wait to return to the lives of Lexi and Lucca. It picked up right where the previous left off (FYI if book 2 had not been out I would have gone insane waiting for it).
Lexi has to face up to the fact that Michael is not only out of prison, but he feels he has unfinished business with Lexi. He wants his revenge and is prepared to wait to get it.
Can Lucca keep Lexi and her family safe from this twisted individual?
Really intense read, it grabs hold and does not let go. I really need to know what happens next with this couple. This is one series which always leaves you not only wanting but needing more!!
Lexi has to face up to the fact that Michael is not only out of prison, but he feels he has unfinished business with Lexi. He wants his revenge and is prepared to wait to get it.
Can Lucca keep Lexi and her family safe from this twisted individual?
Really intense read, it grabs hold and does not let go. I really need to know what happens next with this couple. This is one series which always leaves you not only wanting but needing more!!
October 1, 2016
You most definitely have to read Lussuria first. The books in this series so far are NOT stand-alones, they are cliffhangers and you'll be on the edge of your seat. Things start to get mysterious and suspenseful in L'Amore. Twist and turns, Romance, Off the wall hot/steamy/you'll need a cold shower sex scences. I love this series so far and can't wait to dive into the 3rd book. The Luminara series definitely holds my interest. You won't be disappointed. L'Amore picks up were Lussuria left off. Who doesn't want more of Lucca and Lexi?
September 9, 2015
I'm on the edge of my seat. I felt like Lexi, running in the bush without shoes, each time I turned a page. This Michael character gives me the chills and he is only mentioned three times in the whole book. I have no doubt that Lucca will do everything in his power to defeat anything that causes Lexi distress. Ugh, when is the third book going to be released? I need more Lucca and Lexi!
January 20, 2016
Loved this book a easy five star rating highly recommended.
December 27, 2017
So this is the second instalment of the series and it is not stand alone so you will have to have read book one, Lussuria in order to have an understanding of where Lexa and Lucca pick up. This one picks up at a flash forward to a therapy session between Lexa, Lucca and Casey three weeks after an event. The Lexa we see here is scared, unsure and adrift....we are left unsure what has happened.....
Then begins three weeks prior with typically scorching sex between Lexi and Lucca you may need a cold shower! The build up of the story is intense with Lexi becoming so much more confident, both in her intense relationship with Lucca, but also her confidence in life in general. We also see a much more human side of Lucca and see what struggles he himself also faces. Then the bottom falls out of their world and events that unfold leave you worrying Lexi and Lucca may never recover from events that haunt them from their past.
Lexi's confidence takes a nose-dive when she experiences a blast from Lucca's past . Lucca himself is desperately trying to shelter her from a much bigger storm ahead but of course life doesn't happen this way and Michael Parks rears his ugly head and past demons take hold. Once again, SJ Molloy delves into some dark and potentially triggering occurrences but she manages to once again do this in such a sympathetic way that we experience more the emotional trauma rather than knowing in too much detail what happened physically to Lexa, Cameron and Grace.
Don't get me wrong, SJ skilfully guides us through a roller coaster of emotions that make yiu flip from happy, sad and angry all in the space of one chapter.....but it is SO worth it! My only complaint is the way book two ends, but I am lucky to have come late to this party and can read book three straight away!
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reading Copy of this book.
Then begins three weeks prior with typically scorching sex between Lexi and Lucca you may need a cold shower! The build up of the story is intense with Lexi becoming so much more confident, both in her intense relationship with Lucca, but also her confidence in life in general. We also see a much more human side of Lucca and see what struggles he himself also faces. Then the bottom falls out of their world and events that unfold leave you worrying Lexi and Lucca may never recover from events that haunt them from their past.
Lexi's confidence takes a nose-dive when she experiences a blast from Lucca's past . Lucca himself is desperately trying to shelter her from a much bigger storm ahead but of course life doesn't happen this way and Michael Parks rears his ugly head and past demons take hold. Once again, SJ Molloy delves into some dark and potentially triggering occurrences but she manages to once again do this in such a sympathetic way that we experience more the emotional trauma rather than knowing in too much detail what happened physically to Lexa, Cameron and Grace.
Don't get me wrong, SJ skilfully guides us through a roller coaster of emotions that make yiu flip from happy, sad and angry all in the space of one chapter.....but it is SO worth it! My only complaint is the way book two ends, but I am lucky to have come late to this party and can read book three straight away!
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reading Copy of this book.
June 15, 2017
My Review of L'amore: The Luminara Series, Book 2
by SJ Molloy
My Rating 4 Stars
The second book in this series by far was better than the first. Lexi and Lucca are progressing through their relationship and Lexi is finally moving forward and trusting Lucca. Just when I think all is well, this story took a turn and had me on the edge of my seat anticipating the turn of events that are sure to happen. The chemistry between Lucca & Lexi is undeniable, and Lucca is such a protective alpha male and I really enjoy his character. Can’t wait to see what’s next in this series!
** I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of his book in exchange for an honest review from Author & Debra @Buoni Amici Press**
by SJ Molloy
My Rating 4 Stars
The second book in this series by far was better than the first. Lexi and Lucca are progressing through their relationship and Lexi is finally moving forward and trusting Lucca. Just when I think all is well, this story took a turn and had me on the edge of my seat anticipating the turn of events that are sure to happen. The chemistry between Lucca & Lexi is undeniable, and Lucca is such a protective alpha male and I really enjoy his character. Can’t wait to see what’s next in this series!
** I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of his book in exchange for an honest review from Author & Debra @Buoni Amici Press**
May 5, 2021
The Luminara series continues!
Lucca and Lexi's story continues. More dark, light,love and lust! Danger from the past threatens Lexi and her family. Can Lucca keep them all safe? Another must read!
Lucca and Lexi's story continues. More dark, light,love and lust! Danger from the past threatens Lexi and her family. Can Lucca keep them all safe? Another must read!
June 16, 2017
This continues in from book 1 and Lexi and Lucca's love is still going strong. Their love is so strong and I feel that this is captured brilliantly in this book. I was pleased to learn more about Lexi's past but again this was done in a thoughtful way. There was of course some drama which always adds more to a romance. Overall a good read and I can't wait for more.
4 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
4 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
May 14, 2021
And the story continues. Holy snot. Lexi is such a strong character, and I love her even more in this book. NOT a stand-alone, not by any means. So definitely read book one!
June 15, 2017
There is lots of hotness and emotional parts in the book but it moves really slow. It is really good if you don't mind it moving at a slow pace though. Ends in another cliffhanger too.
I received an ARC for an honest review
I received an ARC for an honest review
June 7, 2017
This is the second book in the series. Lexi and Lucca’s love continues to burn and how can you not fall in love with Lucca. I really like the characters as well as the story. Looking forward to the next in the series.
July 6, 2014
Lucca and Lexi are finally taking the leap and moving in together. Now that they are engaged, there is nothing standing in their way. Well… almost nothing. Lexi is not normal, she will be the first one to admit it. She has a horrific past that she has spent so much time trying to get beyond. She knows that Lucca is her grounding force. He will ways protect and love her. He will always be her strength when she is weak and her voice when she can’t speak. But he will never be able to fix all of the bad things in her past that have permanently damaged her soul. But he knows that he waill always be there for her. That is what L’Amore is all about!
Lexi still has a lot of hurdles from her past and present to over come and she know sthat she is going to marry Lucca. She still has her moments and her insecurities but with Lucca, Lexi truly believes that everything will be ok. He is the one for her. He is her calm and her strength. There is nothing that she can’t handle with him by her side. Except for maybe his past…
Her past will always be there, unfortunatley, so will his. But his is women. Many of them and it seems they are all around. It is a lot for Lexi to take in. It becomes even more when one of his past flings happens to be his sister’s best friend. The proximity to Lexi is too much for her to handle. Then there’s Kimberly… another item of his past. Even though she can’t get rid of Anna’s best friend, there has to be something she can do about Kimberly. Certainly if she can’t do anything, Lucca can.
Lucca is probably the most patient and loving man in the history of books. He never seems to get upset at Lexi for anything. Not only that, but he is amazingly handsom, good looking, he has a heart of gold and he treasures Lexi so much. He would do anything for her and give her anything she needs and even things she doesn’t need. But he does it because he loves her and he wants to make her happy. But is happiness for Lexi completely obtainable?
She struggles daily with things from her past, there are little triggers all around her. It can be too much and if she has night terrors, it seems the only thing that can calm her down is Lucca. When things start getting to be too much, Lexi knows something is going to give. Please, please don’t let it be her sanity. But can Lucca be the driving force that gets her beyond her past? Can he be enough to comfort her when it all breaks around her? Can his love be the only thing she needs to get by?
Then there’s the big question, what happens when Lexi finds out that he past is not only haunting her in her dreams, but hunting her in real life? Can Lucca protect her from her dreams and the man that caused the nightmares of her past?
This book was a very sweet side of love, of course, then you throw in a heap of drama and crazy and you have a well balanced book. It is a great story with just the right amount of insanity to keep it going at a great pace. It is a longer book, but worth every moment. S.J. Molloy’s attention to details is remarkable and makes the simple things truly stunning. This book was touching and full of love. It was full of hurt and angst and crazy too, but the love between Lucca and Lexi is beautiful. Their love for each other is strong and seeming untouchable.
S.J. Molloy has a done a great job on the second book in the Luminara series and I cannot wait for more of her work! I love the language, the feel and the love that is written on each page of this book and the feelings and emotions are just so real it is moving. I am looking forward to reading the next enstallment of this series! Job well done and five fabulous stars!
Lexi still has a lot of hurdles from her past and present to over come and she know sthat she is going to marry Lucca. She still has her moments and her insecurities but with Lucca, Lexi truly believes that everything will be ok. He is the one for her. He is her calm and her strength. There is nothing that she can’t handle with him by her side. Except for maybe his past…
Her past will always be there, unfortunatley, so will his. But his is women. Many of them and it seems they are all around. It is a lot for Lexi to take in. It becomes even more when one of his past flings happens to be his sister’s best friend. The proximity to Lexi is too much for her to handle. Then there’s Kimberly… another item of his past. Even though she can’t get rid of Anna’s best friend, there has to be something she can do about Kimberly. Certainly if she can’t do anything, Lucca can.
Lucca is probably the most patient and loving man in the history of books. He never seems to get upset at Lexi for anything. Not only that, but he is amazingly handsom, good looking, he has a heart of gold and he treasures Lexi so much. He would do anything for her and give her anything she needs and even things she doesn’t need. But he does it because he loves her and he wants to make her happy. But is happiness for Lexi completely obtainable?
She struggles daily with things from her past, there are little triggers all around her. It can be too much and if she has night terrors, it seems the only thing that can calm her down is Lucca. When things start getting to be too much, Lexi knows something is going to give. Please, please don’t let it be her sanity. But can Lucca be the driving force that gets her beyond her past? Can he be enough to comfort her when it all breaks around her? Can his love be the only thing she needs to get by?
Then there’s the big question, what happens when Lexi finds out that he past is not only haunting her in her dreams, but hunting her in real life? Can Lucca protect her from her dreams and the man that caused the nightmares of her past?
This book was a very sweet side of love, of course, then you throw in a heap of drama and crazy and you have a well balanced book. It is a great story with just the right amount of insanity to keep it going at a great pace. It is a longer book, but worth every moment. S.J. Molloy’s attention to details is remarkable and makes the simple things truly stunning. This book was touching and full of love. It was full of hurt and angst and crazy too, but the love between Lucca and Lexi is beautiful. Their love for each other is strong and seeming untouchable.
S.J. Molloy has a done a great job on the second book in the Luminara series and I cannot wait for more of her work! I love the language, the feel and the love that is written on each page of this book and the feelings and emotions are just so real it is moving. I am looking forward to reading the next enstallment of this series! Job well done and five fabulous stars!
June 5, 2014
S.J has did it once again! Not a moment disappointed, yet another amazing book beautifully written, following on from Lussuria the first instalment. I loved this book from head to toe, just like the title L'amore.
L'amore is full of intriguing, edge gripping moments have you gasping for air and stomach turning points, but don't worry at every turn Lucca, the knight in shining armour, running through to dark standing by his queen to protect and love her in every way he can.
The love between Lucca and Lexi, grows even more strong with every challenge they face. They understand each other, like perfect, two people that are made for each other. The author have done a awesome job, in building up both characters, showing us there affection of love and need in each other. Within the story, the author also capture us the importance of friends and families support for any situations. Loving support help shine another ray of light from the darkness, which show how the future could be in the light, we shouldn't be scared and let the dark consume us.
Both Lucca and Lexi's past come back to haunt them. Making it mentally and psychically challenging for them both, points of reading it made my stomach all tighten up for them, knowing how bad and hard they united, i was like please work it out. Lucca's love for Lexi, is crazy. You can really sense, the love he has for her, without any hesitation or doubts evening know how trouble she is, he loves her whole heartedly and wants to give her the world. He really is the sweeties, charming and hot boyfriend, that we all wish for and even better he can cook amazing food, what more can you ask for! perfecto!! The both just as cute as each other, there love is what they need and the most important to them.
I also love the author have introduce different characters in the story, giving us another diversion and light of the characters. Making the story even more curious and loving to read. I would love to read other story about the other character too because they all amazing personality that have they own hidden story behind them.
Of course, there is lots of hot steamy scene in the book, lots of love, passion and affection shown should i say.. wink wink! Loved his book all the way...serious can't wait for the next. Can't your making me wait again, leaving me on the high and HANGING..damn you S.J.
The next one will be sensational i can see it! hurry up please, its driving me nuts to know what happens!
Please read this amazing book...This amazing author is one you shouldn't miss, she won't disppoint you in anyway! This series has it all, romance, love, lust, thrillers, laugh out loud cheeky moments and a hot Italian god...whats not to get your interest ay!
L'amore is full of intriguing, edge gripping moments have you gasping for air and stomach turning points, but don't worry at every turn Lucca, the knight in shining armour, running through to dark standing by his queen to protect and love her in every way he can.
The love between Lucca and Lexi, grows even more strong with every challenge they face. They understand each other, like perfect, two people that are made for each other. The author have done a awesome job, in building up both characters, showing us there affection of love and need in each other. Within the story, the author also capture us the importance of friends and families support for any situations. Loving support help shine another ray of light from the darkness, which show how the future could be in the light, we shouldn't be scared and let the dark consume us.
Both Lucca and Lexi's past come back to haunt them. Making it mentally and psychically challenging for them both, points of reading it made my stomach all tighten up for them, knowing how bad and hard they united, i was like please work it out. Lucca's love for Lexi, is crazy. You can really sense, the love he has for her, without any hesitation or doubts evening know how trouble she is, he loves her whole heartedly and wants to give her the world. He really is the sweeties, charming and hot boyfriend, that we all wish for and even better he can cook amazing food, what more can you ask for! perfecto!! The both just as cute as each other, there love is what they need and the most important to them.
I also love the author have introduce different characters in the story, giving us another diversion and light of the characters. Making the story even more curious and loving to read. I would love to read other story about the other character too because they all amazing personality that have they own hidden story behind them.
Of course, there is lots of hot steamy scene in the book, lots of love, passion and affection shown should i say.. wink wink! Loved his book all the way...serious can't wait for the next. Can't your making me wait again, leaving me on the high and HANGING..damn you S.J.
The next one will be sensational i can see it! hurry up please, its driving me nuts to know what happens!
Please read this amazing book...This amazing author is one you shouldn't miss, she won't disppoint you in anyway! This series has it all, romance, love, lust, thrillers, laugh out loud cheeky moments and a hot Italian god...whats not to get your interest ay!
June 5, 2014
This book is NOT a stand alone and should be read AFTER Lussuria!
In this book Lexi and Lucca are coming back from Tuscany and Lexi is moving in with Lucca. Things aren't easy for this couple when they return home. In fact at times I think that Lexi and Lucca have it even harder. When it comes down to it though they always have each other, their love for one another, their close friends and family members.
New problems arise in the form of a "beautiful young blonde girl" who has a history with Lucca and isn't pleased about seeing him with Lexi. This mean, ugly, spiteful, and dangerous in her own way. She's responsible for some very interesting moments in the book. While Lexi is trying to figure out this problem and how she feels about it Lucca is keeping secret another problem. Lexi's past has come looking for her and is determined to find her and make her pay.
Lexi has been through so much and as the story progresses we get a more in depth look into her past. The horror and atrocities that she suffered are unimaginable. It shreds my heart as I read about the things she suffered through as a child. Through Lucca and his love and devotion to her she's slowly beginning to heal and move forward. It's difficult for her at times but she's stronger with Lucca by her side. She also knows that she will always have her friends to help her through anything. We also get to meet Lexi's mom and grandparents in this book which I really liked. I enjoyed the glimpse we get into her mom and I found my heart reaching out to her for what she suffered and still suffers.
I absolutely love Lucca!!! The way he loves his Dolcezza is just beyond words. He makes some of the most beautiful and romantic gestures I've ever seen. He cherishes Lexi and does everything to let her know how much he loves her. He would do anything to keep her safe and he has the money to do it. He hires security and becomes obsessed with Lexi's safety when his fear that her past might look for her starts to come true.
S.J. Molloy does an amazing job with this book. I was pulled right back into Lexi and Lucca's life almost from the beginning. After a little bit it felt like I had never left. I was pulled into the storyline and found myself crying over the child Lexi, blushing at times after reading Lexi and Lucca's intimate moments (they can be tender or they can be down right WOW!!!!), then other times I was laughing at Lexi and her friends. This book is a definite must read!!!! Remember though you need to read book 1 Lussuria first. I can't wait to see what S.J. has for us next.
In this book Lexi and Lucca are coming back from Tuscany and Lexi is moving in with Lucca. Things aren't easy for this couple when they return home. In fact at times I think that Lexi and Lucca have it even harder. When it comes down to it though they always have each other, their love for one another, their close friends and family members.
New problems arise in the form of a "beautiful young blonde girl" who has a history with Lucca and isn't pleased about seeing him with Lexi. This mean, ugly, spiteful, and dangerous in her own way. She's responsible for some very interesting moments in the book. While Lexi is trying to figure out this problem and how she feels about it Lucca is keeping secret another problem. Lexi's past has come looking for her and is determined to find her and make her pay.
Lexi has been through so much and as the story progresses we get a more in depth look into her past. The horror and atrocities that she suffered are unimaginable. It shreds my heart as I read about the things she suffered through as a child. Through Lucca and his love and devotion to her she's slowly beginning to heal and move forward. It's difficult for her at times but she's stronger with Lucca by her side. She also knows that she will always have her friends to help her through anything. We also get to meet Lexi's mom and grandparents in this book which I really liked. I enjoyed the glimpse we get into her mom and I found my heart reaching out to her for what she suffered and still suffers.
I absolutely love Lucca!!! The way he loves his Dolcezza is just beyond words. He makes some of the most beautiful and romantic gestures I've ever seen. He cherishes Lexi and does everything to let her know how much he loves her. He would do anything to keep her safe and he has the money to do it. He hires security and becomes obsessed with Lexi's safety when his fear that her past might look for her starts to come true.
S.J. Molloy does an amazing job with this book. I was pulled right back into Lexi and Lucca's life almost from the beginning. After a little bit it felt like I had never left. I was pulled into the storyline and found myself crying over the child Lexi, blushing at times after reading Lexi and Lucca's intimate moments (they can be tender or they can be down right WOW!!!!), then other times I was laughing at Lexi and her friends. This book is a definite must read!!!! Remember though you need to read book 1 Lussuria first. I can't wait to see what S.J. has for us next.
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March 14, 2014Cover reveal!
Book Title: L'amore (Luminara, #2)
Author: SJ Molloy
Genre: Contemporary Romance/Suspense
Expected publication: June 1st 2014 by SJ Molloy
Synopsis: This is the ultimate romantic love story. This is the most tragic love story.
A life of Love. A life with Love. His Love.
The Love ~ L’amore.
File I for intense. Lexi and Lucca’s relationship is so intense and all-consuming, they barely have time to catch their breath.
Following her passionate, whirlwind romance in Tuscany, Lexi has finally learned how to trust, finding true love and happiness with Lucca Caruso.
File E for earth-shattering. Lexi is about to experience the sexiest, earth-shattering eroticism with her insatiable Italian God, Lucca.
Lucca builds Lexi’s confidence and encourages her to lose her inhibitions with his ‘ask-get’ approach. He teaches her to ask for the desires that she lusts for, and he’s all too willing to give her his sexual gifts of the day.
They have no boundaries.
They have each other.
They live for one another.
File T for timeless. Their love transcends time. He is her always. She is his forever.
Lucca promises to love, cherish, support, and protect his dolcezza. Recent discoveries leave Lexi feeling anxious and uncertain, until Lucca indulges her in romance, adoration, and tender loving care. They plan for their future and everything appears to be getting brighter.
Until darkness prevails …
The tormentor of her dreams.
The devil in disguise.
The uprising of Michael Parks.
Michael has unfinished business, and his resurrection will rewrite Lexi and Lucca’s destiny forever. He wants revenge and will stop at nothing until he has it. Dark black was the colour of her life … and is the colour of her afterlife.
Alexis Evangeline Robertson is going straight to Hell.
After the desires of lust …
And the sweetness of love …
And the flicker of light …
Fate has brought Lucca and Lexi together. Can fate take L’amore away?
Book Title: L'amore (Luminara, #2)
Author: SJ Molloy
Genre: Contemporary Romance/Suspense
Expected publication: June 1st 2014 by SJ Molloy
Synopsis: This is the ultimate romantic love story. This is the most tragic love story.
A life of Love. A life with Love. His Love.
The Love ~ L’amore.
File I for intense. Lexi and Lucca’s relationship is so intense and all-consuming, they barely have time to catch their breath.
Following her passionate, whirlwind romance in Tuscany, Lexi has finally learned how to trust, finding true love and happiness with Lucca Caruso.
File E for earth-shattering. Lexi is about to experience the sexiest, earth-shattering eroticism with her insatiable Italian God, Lucca.
Lucca builds Lexi’s confidence and encourages her to lose her inhibitions with his ‘ask-get’ approach. He teaches her to ask for the desires that she lusts for, and he’s all too willing to give her his sexual gifts of the day.
They have no boundaries.
They have each other.
They live for one another.
File T for timeless. Their love transcends time. He is her always. She is his forever.
Lucca promises to love, cherish, support, and protect his dolcezza. Recent discoveries leave Lexi feeling anxious and uncertain, until Lucca indulges her in romance, adoration, and tender loving care. They plan for their future and everything appears to be getting brighter.
Until darkness prevails …
The tormentor of her dreams.
The devil in disguise.
The uprising of Michael Parks.
Michael has unfinished business, and his resurrection will rewrite Lexi and Lucca’s destiny forever. He wants revenge and will stop at nothing until he has it. Dark black was the colour of her life … and is the colour of her afterlife.
Alexis Evangeline Robertson is going straight to Hell.
After the desires of lust …
And the sweetness of love …
And the flicker of light …
Fate has brought Lucca and Lexi together. Can fate take L’amore away?
April 18, 2019
**I received a complimentary copy in exchange for an honest review**
(This is not a stand alone. I recommend you read Lussuria (Book 1) before reading this.)
**5++ Stars**
I was playing around on the internet one day when I came across the synopsis of a not yet to be released debut novel named Lussuria by SJ Molloy. I read the synopsis and became very interested in the book. So I anxiously waited for release day back in November 2013. On that day, I bought the book read it and loved it! I knew it was the beginning a great series.
Since then, Lussuria was re-edited and republished with two more chapters, some flashbacks and extra scenes that made the book even better! It also laid more of a foundation for L'amore.
L'amore starts with Lexi and Lucca back home from Tuscany. Many incidents happen that have Lexi feeling very insecure. She starts having a lot of trouble dealing with Lucca’s past., especially when it smacks her in the face a couple of times (figuratively speaking). She’s also not sure what her brother, Cameron, is up to and that bothers her.
Lucca is a dream! Although, he has some things he needs to take care of from his past, it is indisputable how unconditional his love is for Lexi. He does everything in his power to make sure she is happy and loved. He is so supportive of her no matter what. Lexi and Lucca have a lot to battle in this book, but Lucca always makes sure they do it together. No matter how many times she tries to run. We also get to know the rest of Lucca’s family in this book.
SJ did an amazing job at writing about Lexi's abuse without going into horrifying detail. At the same time, she gives us enough information to fill in the blanks and paint the not so pretty picture, in your head, of what Lexi and her family had to endure. You will definitely feel the pain, anger, sadness and happiness right along with the characters all throughout the book. This is one of the best series I have ever read and this is only the second book! I highly recommend this book, but please read Lussuria (Book 1) first.
(This is not a stand alone. I recommend you read Lussuria (Book 1) before reading this.)
**5++ Stars**
I was playing around on the internet one day when I came across the synopsis of a not yet to be released debut novel named Lussuria by SJ Molloy. I read the synopsis and became very interested in the book. So I anxiously waited for release day back in November 2013. On that day, I bought the book read it and loved it! I knew it was the beginning a great series.
Since then, Lussuria was re-edited and republished with two more chapters, some flashbacks and extra scenes that made the book even better! It also laid more of a foundation for L'amore.
L'amore starts with Lexi and Lucca back home from Tuscany. Many incidents happen that have Lexi feeling very insecure. She starts having a lot of trouble dealing with Lucca’s past., especially when it smacks her in the face a couple of times (figuratively speaking). She’s also not sure what her brother, Cameron, is up to and that bothers her.
Lucca is a dream! Although, he has some things he needs to take care of from his past, it is indisputable how unconditional his love is for Lexi. He does everything in his power to make sure she is happy and loved. He is so supportive of her no matter what. Lexi and Lucca have a lot to battle in this book, but Lucca always makes sure they do it together. No matter how many times she tries to run. We also get to know the rest of Lucca’s family in this book.
SJ did an amazing job at writing about Lexi's abuse without going into horrifying detail. At the same time, she gives us enough information to fill in the blanks and paint the not so pretty picture, in your head, of what Lexi and her family had to endure. You will definitely feel the pain, anger, sadness and happiness right along with the characters all throughout the book. This is one of the best series I have ever read and this is only the second book! I highly recommend this book, but please read Lussuria (Book 1) first.
June 3, 2014
I was provided a copy of the book by the Author for an honest review.
Wow just finish reading this book, and I love it, I read the first book in the series and I love it, now I don't know which one I love more, I love the characters, I have to say this book have my emotion in a roller coaster, I am gone keep this short since I don't want to give anything away.
The story continue with Lexi and Lucca, they are back home from Tuscany, they have just woke up and are about to get hot, that's until Lexi dog demand to let her in, Lucca is happy that Lexi is moving in with him, they are now engage and ready to have their happy life, but now Lexi is struggling to become the strong independent woman that she believed she is. She has scar from her past, and now they are threating to come forefront for all to see, her insecurities are showing through the cracks of her psyche, and on top of that she is having trouble dealing with Lucca’s past. Lucca is always there as a solid foundation for her, he would do everything he can to protect her, and make her happy, but Lucca also have a past of his own, and some things from his past that he needs to deal with, would their love be strong enough and destroy all the bad in their life, would they win the battle from the past, and finally have their happy ever after.
I love and enjoy reading this book, love the way how Lexi and Lucca are with each other, and love how much they love each other, Author S.J. Molloy THANK YOU for this awesome characters and this amazing book love it.
Wow just finish reading this book, and I love it, I read the first book in the series and I love it, now I don't know which one I love more, I love the characters, I have to say this book have my emotion in a roller coaster, I am gone keep this short since I don't want to give anything away.
The story continue with Lexi and Lucca, they are back home from Tuscany, they have just woke up and are about to get hot, that's until Lexi dog demand to let her in, Lucca is happy that Lexi is moving in with him, they are now engage and ready to have their happy life, but now Lexi is struggling to become the strong independent woman that she believed she is. She has scar from her past, and now they are threating to come forefront for all to see, her insecurities are showing through the cracks of her psyche, and on top of that she is having trouble dealing with Lucca’s past. Lucca is always there as a solid foundation for her, he would do everything he can to protect her, and make her happy, but Lucca also have a past of his own, and some things from his past that he needs to deal with, would their love be strong enough and destroy all the bad in their life, would they win the battle from the past, and finally have their happy ever after.
I love and enjoy reading this book, love the way how Lexi and Lucca are with each other, and love how much they love each other, Author S.J. Molloy THANK YOU for this awesome characters and this amazing book love it.
June 4, 2014
We were introduced to Lexi and Lucca, in Book 1 'Lussuria' their journey was an emotional, erotic, heart wrenching story of lust, love and light.
Lexi and Lucca's journey continues in 'L'Amore' in an intense erotic, emotional roller coaster filled with uncertainty, suspense and passion.
Lucca will do everything in his power to protect her from her past, his past and her nightmares!
A hot and sexy story of survival, acceptance, learning to trust and believing
OUR LOVE
THE LOVE
L'AMORE
After reading Book 1, I was expecting a lot and I was not disappointed. Both leading characters go on an emotional journey that will keep you wanting to turn the next page!
I've always wondered how people truly loose themselves in a book, until now. I found I laughed, cried, hated and loved which makes me think that SJ Molloy is in a league of her own
Questions are answered and lots of detail is given as to their past, their demons and all sorts that enrich the characters.
Lucca is very Alpha-Male, very Italian in every way and quite something else. To put it politely, you will not be disappointed - he delivers!
This is a strong, erotic romantic storyline, with fabulous characters that would be a worthy book purchase for anyone who likes this genre. I am very grateful to have been given the privilege of reading this before the release date and will not hesitate to read the rest of the series after I have read the first two books again and again!
Lexi and Lucca's journey continues in 'L'Amore' in an intense erotic, emotional roller coaster filled with uncertainty, suspense and passion.
Lucca will do everything in his power to protect her from her past, his past and her nightmares!
A hot and sexy story of survival, acceptance, learning to trust and believing
OUR LOVE
THE LOVE
L'AMORE
After reading Book 1, I was expecting a lot and I was not disappointed. Both leading characters go on an emotional journey that will keep you wanting to turn the next page!
I've always wondered how people truly loose themselves in a book, until now. I found I laughed, cried, hated and loved which makes me think that SJ Molloy is in a league of her own
Questions are answered and lots of detail is given as to their past, their demons and all sorts that enrich the characters.
Lucca is very Alpha-Male, very Italian in every way and quite something else. To put it politely, you will not be disappointed - he delivers!
This is a strong, erotic romantic storyline, with fabulous characters that would be a worthy book purchase for anyone who likes this genre. I am very grateful to have been given the privilege of reading this before the release date and will not hesitate to read the rest of the series after I have read the first two books again and again!
April 4, 2015
L'amore
Book two in the Luminara series.
L'amore - The love
This is a wonderful love story, a very heart-rending love story.
One that is overly hot and sensual well you wouldn't expect anything else with an Italian God in it which Lucca is. Lexi is one lucky lady.
Lexi and Lucca's relationship is just as passionate as it was in Lussuria.
Lexi has been swept off her feet by Lucca, but she is still learning that trust issue that she has going on.
Lucca is a sexy Italian God who is whirling Lexi on an erotic experience. He is helping Lexi with her confidence and removing her shyness.Lucca shows Lexi what he desires and together they are releasing Lexi's desires.
Lexi and Lucca have such an intense relationship Lucca loves Lexi it's a love so extreme it swallows you up.
Being back from Tuscany life seems to just swirl past Lexi, her and Lucca are planning a future of everything they want and Lucca wants Lexi to have everything.
Can there life be happy?
Not when the past Lexi has been escaping from comes back once more to tilt her world.
The evil man wants to hurt Lexi and he wants her to go straight to a living hell that he is more than happy to kick start for her, he has dreams of what he will do with her and now his plan is finally falling in to place.
Yet again SJ has blown me away with this story there is so much I want to say but I can't as I will be spoiling it for you. Just go get it :-)
5***** definitely a must read ladies
Book two in the Luminara series.
L'amore - The love
This is a wonderful love story, a very heart-rending love story.
One that is overly hot and sensual well you wouldn't expect anything else with an Italian God in it which Lucca is. Lexi is one lucky lady.
Lexi and Lucca's relationship is just as passionate as it was in Lussuria.
Lexi has been swept off her feet by Lucca, but she is still learning that trust issue that she has going on.
Lucca is a sexy Italian God who is whirling Lexi on an erotic experience. He is helping Lexi with her confidence and removing her shyness.Lucca shows Lexi what he desires and together they are releasing Lexi's desires.
Lexi and Lucca have such an intense relationship Lucca loves Lexi it's a love so extreme it swallows you up.
Being back from Tuscany life seems to just swirl past Lexi, her and Lucca are planning a future of everything they want and Lucca wants Lexi to have everything.
Can there life be happy?
Not when the past Lexi has been escaping from comes back once more to tilt her world.
The evil man wants to hurt Lexi and he wants her to go straight to a living hell that he is more than happy to kick start for her, he has dreams of what he will do with her and now his plan is finally falling in to place.
Yet again SJ has blown me away with this story there is so much I want to say but I can't as I will be spoiling it for you. Just go get it :-)
5***** definitely a must read ladies
June 5, 2014
This is book 2 in the Luminara Series, and should not be read as a standalone.
Book Worms gave this book 5 stars.
S.J. Molloy has done it again!! Yes this book is as good as the first one if not even better!!!
You are in for another emotional roller coaster. In the continuing story of Lexi and Lucca story.
Passion, love, breathtaking moments. But fate is not done messing with them. Can it all be taken away from them in a blink of an eye? Can they survive without being with each other?
I loved this book, it is really hard to write a review for a second book in a series without giving things away. So I will just say that if you have been on the journey so far you have to read this book!!! If you have not what are you waiting for go get book one and get on this band wagon!!!! This is not a book to miss!!! You will fall in love, you will cry, and you will swoon. But most of all you will be captivated by this beautiful love. Hang on you're in for the ride of your life with this book!! Thank you S.J. for once again taking us to places unknown. <3
June 5, 2014
This the second book in the series and I loved it just as much as the first.
The story picks but right where the first left off. Lexi and Lucca are back home and are settling into a life together. They both face so many different battles in this book. As with book one there are lots of emotions and lots and ups and down in their relationship. I continued to love Lucca even more. Its great how patient and protective he is of Lexi. I also felt Lexi grew so much in this story, I felt she became much stronger as she begins to open up to Lucca and her friends and family. We are introduced to more characters in this book which the author really brings to life and felt that I got to know them well.
As with the first book the author drip feeds parts of Lexi’s past and childhood. This was done really well and as I already said the more we learn about Lexi’s past the stronger character I felt she become. So much emotion is expressed throughout the story; I felt happiness, sadness and anger.
The book is well written and flows really well. Once I started I didn’t want to put in down and I also love that these books are really long to.
I can’t wait for the next instalment as I’m sure it’s going to be filled with as much drama and emotion as the first two. Overall a brilliant read that I would highly recommend reading.
The story picks but right where the first left off. Lexi and Lucca are back home and are settling into a life together. They both face so many different battles in this book. As with book one there are lots of emotions and lots and ups and down in their relationship. I continued to love Lucca even more. Its great how patient and protective he is of Lexi. I also felt Lexi grew so much in this story, I felt she became much stronger as she begins to open up to Lucca and her friends and family. We are introduced to more characters in this book which the author really brings to life and felt that I got to know them well.
As with the first book the author drip feeds parts of Lexi’s past and childhood. This was done really well and as I already said the more we learn about Lexi’s past the stronger character I felt she become. So much emotion is expressed throughout the story; I felt happiness, sadness and anger.
The book is well written and flows really well. Once I started I didn’t want to put in down and I also love that these books are really long to.
I can’t wait for the next instalment as I’m sure it’s going to be filled with as much drama and emotion as the first two. Overall a brilliant read that I would highly recommend reading.
June 2, 2014
Whew! S.J. Molloy really knows how to get the emotions rolling and the blood pumping! This was a great 2nd book in the Luminara series. Full of love, passion, anger, misunderstanding, fear, suspense, and so much more. I think I chewed my lips raw from biting them constantly while reading this book. I was hooked from the opening words and found it very hard to put my tablet down long enough to anything around the house.
Lucca and Lexi are at it again and they are hot, hot, hot! There are a LOT of seriously steaming scenes happing in this book but also plenty of sweet and romantic moments between them as well. They are both learning how to be in a relationship and trust each other. They have new situations being thrown at them and they have to do their best to deal with them. I really admire the growth they show in this book, especially Lexi. Their friends and family are really great as well.
This story will definitely keep you on your toes and have you begging for more from Lucca and Lexi. I know I can’t wait for the next book in the series. The story telling is a little different for those of us in the US but I personally didn’t let it deter me from my favorable impression of the series. It’s an intense story and I’m eager to see how things will go from here. 4 out of 5 stars!
Lucca and Lexi are at it again and they are hot, hot, hot! There are a LOT of seriously steaming scenes happing in this book but also plenty of sweet and romantic moments between them as well. They are both learning how to be in a relationship and trust each other. They have new situations being thrown at them and they have to do their best to deal with them. I really admire the growth they show in this book, especially Lexi. Their friends and family are really great as well.
This story will definitely keep you on your toes and have you begging for more from Lucca and Lexi. I know I can’t wait for the next book in the series. The story telling is a little different for those of us in the US but I personally didn’t let it deter me from my favorable impression of the series. It’s an intense story and I’m eager to see how things will go from here. 4 out of 5 stars!
June 15, 2014
L’amore, L’amore! I want some more!
Seriously, I can’t get enough. The second book wowed me even more than the first. A DEFINITE MUST READ.
Lexi and Lucca’s love affair goes through its ups and downs (more ups than downs) as Lexi begins to feel confident in her own skin. Everyone is fascinated with the woman who has captured Lucca Caruso’s heart, and there are some people who want to throw a wrench into that happiness. A ghost from her past is out to destroy everything she’s gained.
Lucca’s as dashing and romantic as ever, but as a reader, you get to see more of him as a person and not just as the “Italian god”. You see him vulnerable, weak, possessive, and these flaws endear him more to the reader as well as to Lexi. She is truly his whole world and it’s a passionate love you hope to find in your life or with your partner.
This book pulled various emotions out of me, but I did tear up. It takes a quality writer in order to make me cry, and SJ Molloy is an exceptional one. Like a fine wine, this book gets better with every sip. I have no doubt the third installment will be as engaging and hook the reader in as much as the first two. If you haven’t read the first book, get it, read it, and then read L’amore!
Seriously, I can’t get enough. The second book wowed me even more than the first. A DEFINITE MUST READ.
Lexi and Lucca’s love affair goes through its ups and downs (more ups than downs) as Lexi begins to feel confident in her own skin. Everyone is fascinated with the woman who has captured Lucca Caruso’s heart, and there are some people who want to throw a wrench into that happiness. A ghost from her past is out to destroy everything she’s gained.
Lucca’s as dashing and romantic as ever, but as a reader, you get to see more of him as a person and not just as the “Italian god”. You see him vulnerable, weak, possessive, and these flaws endear him more to the reader as well as to Lexi. She is truly his whole world and it’s a passionate love you hope to find in your life or with your partner.
This book pulled various emotions out of me, but I did tear up. It takes a quality writer in order to make me cry, and SJ Molloy is an exceptional one. Like a fine wine, this book gets better with every sip. I have no doubt the third installment will be as engaging and hook the reader in as much as the first two. If you haven’t read the first book, get it, read it, and then read L’amore!
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