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Games #5
Body Games
Annabelle Tucker is still reeling from last season’s Endurance Island, when the man she loved played her for a fool. When producers ask her back for a new season it’s the last thing she’s interested in…until she hears her ex, the gorgeous but duplicitous Kip, will be there. Revenge and a grand prize? Yes, please!
But someone’s there to throw a kink into her plans. Someone tall and cut, and with the sexiest gray eyes. Jendan Abercrombie’s on an opposing team, but it doesn’t mean that Annabelle can’t lust after him, right? She’ll just have to save all that lusting for post-show, when she’s free to follow where her loins lead.
When a tribal twist puts them both on the same team – naked – will Annabelle be able to resist his very apparent charms? Or will she have to vote Jendan out to save her game?
But someone’s there to throw a kink into her plans. Someone tall and cut, and with the sexiest gray eyes. Jendan Abercrombie’s on an opposing team, but it doesn’t mean that Annabelle can’t lust after him, right? She’ll just have to save all that lusting for post-show, when she’s free to follow where her loins lead.
When a tribal twist puts them both on the same team – naked – will Annabelle be able to resist his very apparent charms? Or will she have to vote Jendan out to save her game?
298 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 15, 2014
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Jessica Clare
69 books4,462 followersThis is a pen name for Jill Myles.
Jill Myles has been an incurable romantic since childhood. She reads all the 'naughty parts' of books first, looks for a dirty joke in just about everything, and thinks to this day that the Little House on the Prairie books should have been steamier.
After devouring hundreds of paperback romances, mythology books, and archaeological tomes, she decided to write a few books of her own - stories with a wild adventure, sharp banter, and lots of super-sexy situations. She prefers her heroes alpha and half-dressed, her heroines witty, and she loves nothing more than watching them overcome adversity to fall into bed together.
Jill Myles has been an incurable romantic since childhood. She reads all the 'naughty parts' of books first, looks for a dirty joke in just about everything, and thinks to this day that the Little House on the Prairie books should have been steamier.
After devouring hundreds of paperback romances, mythology books, and archaeological tomes, she decided to write a few books of her own - stories with a wild adventure, sharp banter, and lots of super-sexy situations. She prefers her heroes alpha and half-dressed, her heroines witty, and she loves nothing more than watching them overcome adversity to fall into bed together.
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October 10, 2021
4.5 Stars
This series is still going strong. The Survivor ones are my favorite.
This series is still going strong. The Survivor ones are my favorite.
July 20, 2014
A million dollars. You think you’d do anything for a chance to be the winner of such a prize right? For Annabelle Tucker, when she is given a second chance to return to “Endurance Island” and play the game of wills again - the first thing she does is spit in its face. Humiliated from her last stint on the show, she is not looking to jump back into the fish bowl. Her life is still under the microscope from the inaccurate and cruel portrayal she received in the previous season, and going back to be once again pegged as the naive slut isn’t high on her priority list.
I’m a huge fan of Jessica Clare’s and have been since I read The Last Hit, it’s one of my all time favorite books. When I was offered the opportunity to review this book, I pounced on it quicker than one of the starving players pounces on donuts. This book is a fun, unique, refreshing and romantic read. I enjoyed the storyline - there was humor and competitiveness and a few twists that surprised me. The story is loosely based on the reality TV show “Survivor,” however, you don’t have to be a fan of the show to enjoy the book. Jessica Clare does a terrific job of outlining the challenges the players face on the island and describing just what life is like during those 6 weeks of the game.
Annabelle is offered the chance to return to the island and play the game again - a Power Players season. While her first reaction is to furiously refuse - she can’t help but wonder if this might be the opportunity she’s been looking for to get back that piece of herself the island stole the first time around. After careful consideration, she accepts the offer to play again. Armed with an iron clad contract of rules (or so she thinks), and a fierce promise to herself that this time around there would be no romance for her on the island - she enters the ring.
Back to the original question...you think you’d do anything for the chance at that million dollar prize right? Annabelle vows that she will not be fooled by Kip, the douche who played her the season before and she vows that she will win the game, no matter what the cost. What if part of that cost included….your clothes? That’s right, in a shocking twist on the game - the contestants in this season were forced to play the game in the nude or forfeit immediately. Honestly, I was laughing and cringing so much for all of them! The sheer embarrassment alone almost broke Annabelle right there as it threw a huge monkey wrench into her plan to be the tough, confident player this time around. However, she’s a lot more brave than she thinks she is and after being taunted by Kip for the last time - she tosses her clothes aside and boldly bares it all.
Annabelle has the misfortune to once again be paired with Kip as her partner - he is the world’s biggest jerk and she is stuck taking care of him and stroking his ego, when what he really deserved was a swift kick in the nuts. It seems to be more than she can handle, until an expected friendship develops with a rival player - Jendan. Oh, Jendan. How I fell so fast in love with him! He is sexy and smart, protective and sexy. Oops, I already said that. But my god...is it ever true. Annabelle had a hard time keeping her panties on around him - ah yes, there was no panties! Imagine, being attracted to and having a fiery chemistry with a hot man such as Jendan and being naked around him 24/7. Annabelle kicks herself for her vow of no romance on the island more than once. Who wouldn’t? Being around a naked, hot man you’re attracted to and you’ve just made a no romance promise - it was like torture!
I loved the connection with these two - it was forbidden, but they still managed to find a way to develop a friendship in spite of the game. They protected each other and played their individual game, all while slowly falling in love.
At the end of the day, they were contestants in a cutthroat, brutal game. Its kill or be killed on that island and betrayal runs deep. To be the last one standing, you have to be ready to play the game of your life and leave a part of your soul behind.
For a million dollars...would you do? For Annabelle, the choices are unthinkable and the consequences are steep. Will she be able to last in the game long enough to come out victorious?
Endurance Island. Be ready...it’s one hell of a ride, that you or your heart may not survive.
*5 Deliciously Wicked Stars*
xo Cassia
deliciouslywickedbooks.com
I’m a huge fan of Jessica Clare’s and have been since I read The Last Hit, it’s one of my all time favorite books. When I was offered the opportunity to review this book, I pounced on it quicker than one of the starving players pounces on donuts. This book is a fun, unique, refreshing and romantic read. I enjoyed the storyline - there was humor and competitiveness and a few twists that surprised me. The story is loosely based on the reality TV show “Survivor,” however, you don’t have to be a fan of the show to enjoy the book. Jessica Clare does a terrific job of outlining the challenges the players face on the island and describing just what life is like during those 6 weeks of the game.
Annabelle is offered the chance to return to the island and play the game again - a Power Players season. While her first reaction is to furiously refuse - she can’t help but wonder if this might be the opportunity she’s been looking for to get back that piece of herself the island stole the first time around. After careful consideration, she accepts the offer to play again. Armed with an iron clad contract of rules (or so she thinks), and a fierce promise to herself that this time around there would be no romance for her on the island - she enters the ring.
Back to the original question...you think you’d do anything for the chance at that million dollar prize right? Annabelle vows that she will not be fooled by Kip, the douche who played her the season before and she vows that she will win the game, no matter what the cost. What if part of that cost included….your clothes? That’s right, in a shocking twist on the game - the contestants in this season were forced to play the game in the nude or forfeit immediately. Honestly, I was laughing and cringing so much for all of them! The sheer embarrassment alone almost broke Annabelle right there as it threw a huge monkey wrench into her plan to be the tough, confident player this time around. However, she’s a lot more brave than she thinks she is and after being taunted by Kip for the last time - she tosses her clothes aside and boldly bares it all.
Annabelle has the misfortune to once again be paired with Kip as her partner - he is the world’s biggest jerk and she is stuck taking care of him and stroking his ego, when what he really deserved was a swift kick in the nuts. It seems to be more than she can handle, until an expected friendship develops with a rival player - Jendan. Oh, Jendan. How I fell so fast in love with him! He is sexy and smart, protective and sexy. Oops, I already said that. But my god...is it ever true. Annabelle had a hard time keeping her panties on around him - ah yes, there was no panties! Imagine, being attracted to and having a fiery chemistry with a hot man such as Jendan and being naked around him 24/7. Annabelle kicks herself for her vow of no romance on the island more than once. Who wouldn’t? Being around a naked, hot man you’re attracted to and you’ve just made a no romance promise - it was like torture!
I loved the connection with these two - it was forbidden, but they still managed to find a way to develop a friendship in spite of the game. They protected each other and played their individual game, all while slowly falling in love.
At the end of the day, they were contestants in a cutthroat, brutal game. Its kill or be killed on that island and betrayal runs deep. To be the last one standing, you have to be ready to play the game of your life and leave a part of your soul behind.
For a million dollars...would you do? For Annabelle, the choices are unthinkable and the consequences are steep. Will she be able to last in the game long enough to come out victorious?
Endurance Island. Be ready...it’s one hell of a ride, that you or your heart may not survive.
*5 Deliciously Wicked Stars*
xo Cassia
deliciouslywickedbooks.com
January 28, 2015
I think Annebelle is my favourite h of this whole series. I loved everything about her. And I'm really happy she got Jendan as her H cause he just such a great guy. I think this might be my favourite of the series! I love how freaking creative Jessica Clare is with these books, I could never think up all these crazy challenges and twists, she should do her own reality tv. She'd be awesome at it for sure lol.
April 9, 2017
4/5 stars
I was on the night shift this past week and I'm having trouble getting to back to my regular schedule. So instead of lying awake and getting annoyed at myself, I read this book.
I really enjoy this series. It's a little different than usual and just a light, funny and entertaining series.
I was on the night shift this past week and I'm having trouble getting to back to my regular schedule. So instead of lying awake and getting annoyed at myself, I read this book.
I really enjoy this series. It's a little different than usual and just a light, funny and entertaining series.
August 7, 2021
survivor but make it naked...
June 4, 2016
Heck yes! This book brought me back to what I love about this series…great romance, hilarious situations and competition. Books three and four in this series were really disappointing…especially three, but this book reminded me of everything I absolutely loved about the first two. I could not get enough and devoured this book in two sittings. If you like fun, fast-paced, steamy NA books, then this series in most defiantly one you should pick up!
First off, I love the plots of these books. I love watching reality TV shows, but now I love to read about them even more! This book focuses on a Suvivor-esque show called Endurance Island. The challenges they had to complete were exciting and realistic. My one complaint is the weird, convenient twists Clare adds to push the plot forward. I didn’t find this in the first three books, but the fourth had one and so did this one. {Spoiler} This one being that they must compete in the nude. It just felt weird, and as far as I know, has not been done on Survivor before. But other than that, I loved the reality TV aspect. {End Spoiler}
I really enjoy the writing style that Clare has. It is easy and fun, which makes reading these books go really fast. I also love the first paragraph of every chapter, which is in the guy’s perspective…amazing! I do wish that maybe in future books, Clare would do alternating chapters because sometimes those small paragraphs are not enough. If readers got a chance to delve deeper into them male characters POV, it might add to their character development.
I really loved the characters in this one! Like I have stated in some of my other reviews for this series, it seems like the main protagonist in all her books are the same. The average girl, who does not think she is attractive, but ends up getting the amazingly hot guy in the end. I do find it somewhat annoying, but I like the character…even if she is in every single book, just with a different name. What I LOVE are the men! They all differ so much and Jendan was amazing! I liked that he was the nice guy, but still had some cute banter with Annabelle. I thought he was a little too perfect, but I still loved him anyway.
Overall, I would most defiantly recommend this book…and the first two in the series. I really don’t think it matters if you skip books because when the characters make appearances in the previous books, usually it is pretty vague (except Jendan did have a pretty big part in the third book). If you like cute NA reads, pick this one up…it is great for summer! I will be picking up any other books that happen to come along in this series (I hope a lot more!) and am hoping to branch out to some of Clare's other books.
First off, I love the plots of these books. I love watching reality TV shows, but now I love to read about them even more! This book focuses on a Suvivor-esque show called Endurance Island. The challenges they had to complete were exciting and realistic. My one complaint is the weird, convenient twists Clare adds to push the plot forward. I didn’t find this in the first three books, but the fourth had one and so did this one. {Spoiler} This one being that they must compete in the nude. It just felt weird, and as far as I know, has not been done on Survivor before. But other than that, I loved the reality TV aspect. {End Spoiler}
I really enjoy the writing style that Clare has. It is easy and fun, which makes reading these books go really fast. I also love the first paragraph of every chapter, which is in the guy’s perspective…amazing! I do wish that maybe in future books, Clare would do alternating chapters because sometimes those small paragraphs are not enough. If readers got a chance to delve deeper into them male characters POV, it might add to their character development.
I really loved the characters in this one! Like I have stated in some of my other reviews for this series, it seems like the main protagonist in all her books are the same. The average girl, who does not think she is attractive, but ends up getting the amazingly hot guy in the end. I do find it somewhat annoying, but I like the character…even if she is in every single book, just with a different name. What I LOVE are the men! They all differ so much and Jendan was amazing! I liked that he was the nice guy, but still had some cute banter with Annabelle. I thought he was a little too perfect, but I still loved him anyway.
Overall, I would most defiantly recommend this book…and the first two in the series. I really don’t think it matters if you skip books because when the characters make appearances in the previous books, usually it is pretty vague (except Jendan did have a pretty big part in the third book). If you like cute NA reads, pick this one up…it is great for summer! I will be picking up any other books that happen to come along in this series (I hope a lot more!) and am hoping to branch out to some of Clare's other books.
June 5, 2018
Welcome to Endurance Island, this edition brings a new twist the viewers will sure enjoy.
This one is the last of the Games series that I wanted to read, the others I tried or weren't what I was looking for. I do hope that there will be more Games books in the future, as I don't want to leave these characters just yet. Plus Jessica Clare sure has a fabulous way of writing.
Meet Annabelle Tucker, a girl who isn't having such a good time due to what happened in a previous season of Endurance Island. She was edited as a slut and a ho, as a girl who will do anything for a man's attention. On top of that, the guy she liked? He turned out to have only used her. :| Yep. So you can imagine that Annabelle isn't all too happy at first when she gets a new offer for a new season. But with the bribery of tons of money (which she desperately needs) she signs up. I did feel for Annabelle, but I wasn't sure if it would be a good idea to try another season. But I was kind of curious how the girl would redeem herself, how would she take revenge on the guy who wronged her (RIP Kip), how hard will she play this time? And also, will she be able to not fall head over heels for a hot guy again?
Of course I knew instantly what would happen during the pairing of the teams. Come on, it is a reality show, was she that naive that she thought they would respect her wishes? Girl, please. Though I have to say that I didn't expect the twist (due to the cover mostly), but that the twist was certainly entertaining as hell. Good luck doing challenges or even surviving when you are that. :P Not to mention the awkwardness and then there is the sunburn in places you probably never want to be sunburned. *shivers*
The challenges were pretty fun and interesting. Some were sporty/athletic, others were creative, and some where just downright disgusting (like eating that bat, or ripping meat of a pig with flies).
I also liked the Judgement and that even if a team was voted off they could still have a chance to get back, well, one of them at least. And that there was a box, Pandora Box, that could change the game, but not always for the good. Which made the game even more interesting. It was a bit of a shame that only Annabelle understood the clues, I had wished that other teams also found their Pandora Boxes (provided there are more than one or two).
Kip was just a terrible, terrible, terrible guy, and sorry, I didn't feel any empathy towards him when he was either burned or when Annabelle decided to not cook his water (because she is not his slave). I am glad the show's producers also didn't feel a drop of mercy when Kip found out later after the show. Sorry dude, you should have gotten your own water or even asked. But no, you just lazed around, stole everything left and right, and let Annabelle do everything. On top of that you were surprised that the girl was pissed off. And he was just a perv as well. Yuck. But Karma always finds its way to the right people. :P
Jendan! The guy from one of the earlier books, this time he plays a bigger role and even the love interest. I loved seeing him again, though I was a bit wary about it. Would he still be a nice guy? Would he understand what Annabelle was doing and how she was feeling? I loved reading his confessionals at the start of each chapter. Plus I had a big laugh that he had to run into the woods/bushes to take care of business at times. Poor dude.
I loved how Annabelle played the show, how smart she was, and how she manipulated people left and right. Her speech was also impressive. I am sure that people feel a bit hurt that she acted like this, but come on peeps, it is a game. You need to win, you would do the same. Don't tell me something different, I know you would play the same way.
I did think it was lousy that the author wrote Brodie and Kandis in this one and then dropped them out like this. Sorry, but why even add them then? It just felt weird and out of place and I would rather not have had them. As I was all giddy to see them again and I was looking forward to seeing them more often. :|
I loved the ending and what happened there. It was just so sweet, so cute, and I was squeeing in happiness. Though I have to say that there was a part that had me rolling my eyes. So Jendan doesn't call you for 4 days and you think he doesn't want you/it is the end of the world? Girl, please, it is only 4 days, give the dude some time to recover from stuff. Seriously, dramaqueen much?
There is not much sex in this one, just near the end a few scenes. Though there are enough mentions of Jendan's penis.
But all in all, this was a terrific book and I couldn't stop reading. I would recommend it.
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
This one is the last of the Games series that I wanted to read, the others I tried or weren't what I was looking for. I do hope that there will be more Games books in the future, as I don't want to leave these characters just yet. Plus Jessica Clare sure has a fabulous way of writing.
Meet Annabelle Tucker, a girl who isn't having such a good time due to what happened in a previous season of Endurance Island. She was edited as a slut and a ho, as a girl who will do anything for a man's attention. On top of that, the guy she liked? He turned out to have only used her. :| Yep. So you can imagine that Annabelle isn't all too happy at first when she gets a new offer for a new season. But with the bribery of tons of money (which she desperately needs) she signs up. I did feel for Annabelle, but I wasn't sure if it would be a good idea to try another season. But I was kind of curious how the girl would redeem herself, how would she take revenge on the guy who wronged her (RIP Kip), how hard will she play this time? And also, will she be able to not fall head over heels for a hot guy again?
Of course I knew instantly what would happen during the pairing of the teams. Come on, it is a reality show, was she that naive that she thought they would respect her wishes? Girl, please. Though I have to say that I didn't expect the twist (due to the cover mostly), but that the twist was certainly entertaining as hell. Good luck doing challenges or even surviving when you are that. :P Not to mention the awkwardness and then there is the sunburn in places you probably never want to be sunburned. *shivers*
The challenges were pretty fun and interesting. Some were sporty/athletic, others were creative, and some where just downright disgusting (like eating that bat, or ripping meat of a pig with flies).
I also liked the Judgement and that even if a team was voted off they could still have a chance to get back, well, one of them at least. And that there was a box, Pandora Box, that could change the game, but not always for the good. Which made the game even more interesting. It was a bit of a shame that only Annabelle understood the clues, I had wished that other teams also found their Pandora Boxes (provided there are more than one or two).
Kip was just a terrible, terrible, terrible guy, and sorry, I didn't feel any empathy towards him when he was either burned or when Annabelle decided to not cook his water (because she is not his slave). I am glad the show's producers also didn't feel a drop of mercy when Kip found out later after the show. Sorry dude, you should have gotten your own water or even asked. But no, you just lazed around, stole everything left and right, and let Annabelle do everything. On top of that you were surprised that the girl was pissed off. And he was just a perv as well. Yuck. But Karma always finds its way to the right people. :P
Jendan! The guy from one of the earlier books, this time he plays a bigger role and even the love interest. I loved seeing him again, though I was a bit wary about it. Would he still be a nice guy? Would he understand what Annabelle was doing and how she was feeling? I loved reading his confessionals at the start of each chapter. Plus I had a big laugh that he had to run into the woods/bushes to take care of business at times. Poor dude.
I loved how Annabelle played the show, how smart she was, and how she manipulated people left and right. Her speech was also impressive. I am sure that people feel a bit hurt that she acted like this, but come on peeps, it is a game. You need to win, you would do the same. Don't tell me something different, I know you would play the same way.
I did think it was lousy that the author wrote Brodie and Kandis in this one and then dropped them out like this. Sorry, but why even add them then? It just felt weird and out of place and I would rather not have had them. As I was all giddy to see them again and I was looking forward to seeing them more often. :|
I loved the ending and what happened there. It was just so sweet, so cute, and I was squeeing in happiness. Though I have to say that there was a part that had me rolling my eyes. So Jendan doesn't call you for 4 days and you think he doesn't want you/it is the end of the world? Girl, please, it is only 4 days, give the dude some time to recover from stuff. Seriously, dramaqueen much?
There is not much sex in this one, just near the end a few scenes. Though there are enough mentions of Jendan's penis.
But all in all, this was a terrific book and I couldn't stop reading. I would recommend it.
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
July 17, 2014
I have to admit that I’m not one of those that enjoys watching reality TV (I’d rather spend my time behind a book) nor have I read any other books in the Games Series so for me this story was a breath of fresh air from my usual reads.
In this story, Annabelle Tucker has just returned back to real life after a stint in the fourth season of Endurance Island. While one would expect her to be famous she is infamous for being the slutty contestant that fell for another cast member, Kip. She thought that Kip felt the same as she did but behind the camera he was using her to get further in the game. While she was confessing her love during those confessionals Kip was tearing her down and humiliating her on National TV.
Life after Endurance Island was completely miserable. She had to quit school just to get away from the ridicule. She wanted nothing else to do with the show yet when the casting director started leaving messages she was tempted to ignore them. Her curiosity however got the best of her and out of desperation she ends up back on the Season 5 with Kip as her partner no less.
I thought that the entire situation couldn’t get any worse but Jessica Clare sure did add enough twist and turns throughout Annabelle’s ordeal. What I enjoyed specifically about all of it was how Annabelle tackled every task challenge beautifully. There were moments were she had to make some difficult decisions and while some might think she was heartless you can definitely tell that all those decisions weren’t made lightly.
Annabelle knew that she needed to repair her reputation and make a stand this second time around and she sure did end up doing just that and even gained so much more. I was totally impressed with her character.
Now about the romance, it felt that it was on the lighter side than what I am used to. For me this wasn’t necessarily a bad thing. Because of this, the story seemed to focus more on Annabelle’s comeback more than anything else. It seemed to have highlighted the couples relationship emotionally rather than physically which I very much appreciated.
I thought the writing was superb and the story line was compelling. I particularly enjoyed reading Jendan’s thoughts before every single chapter. It took alot of control on my part not to skip ahead to read what he had to say next. What a really nice touch!
I enjoyed Book 5 in the Games Series and I sure am looking forward to reading the previous books in the series as well.
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In this story, Annabelle Tucker has just returned back to real life after a stint in the fourth season of Endurance Island. While one would expect her to be famous she is infamous for being the slutty contestant that fell for another cast member, Kip. She thought that Kip felt the same as she did but behind the camera he was using her to get further in the game. While she was confessing her love during those confessionals Kip was tearing her down and humiliating her on National TV.
Life after Endurance Island was completely miserable. She had to quit school just to get away from the ridicule. She wanted nothing else to do with the show yet when the casting director started leaving messages she was tempted to ignore them. Her curiosity however got the best of her and out of desperation she ends up back on the Season 5 with Kip as her partner no less.
I thought that the entire situation couldn’t get any worse but Jessica Clare sure did add enough twist and turns throughout Annabelle’s ordeal. What I enjoyed specifically about all of it was how Annabelle tackled every task challenge beautifully. There were moments were she had to make some difficult decisions and while some might think she was heartless you can definitely tell that all those decisions weren’t made lightly.
Annabelle knew that she needed to repair her reputation and make a stand this second time around and she sure did end up doing just that and even gained so much more. I was totally impressed with her character.
Now about the romance, it felt that it was on the lighter side than what I am used to. For me this wasn’t necessarily a bad thing. Because of this, the story seemed to focus more on Annabelle’s comeback more than anything else. It seemed to have highlighted the couples relationship emotionally rather than physically which I very much appreciated.
I thought the writing was superb and the story line was compelling. I particularly enjoyed reading Jendan’s thoughts before every single chapter. It took alot of control on my part not to skip ahead to read what he had to say next. What a really nice touch!
I enjoyed Book 5 in the Games Series and I sure am looking forward to reading the previous books in the series as well.
liezelsbookblog.net
January 26, 2021
I cannot emphasize how much I truly love this entire series.
The characters are funny, relatable, and not always what they seem. The storyline is romantic, surprising, and hysterical. And the setting of the various reality TV shows the characters find themselves on is just the icing on the cake that gives this series what it needs to be differentiated and more unique than the other rom-coms out there.
And I loved that Annabelle and Jenden's relationship had such a different vibe to it than the others. They took it slow (sometimes unbelievably so), and it was a nice breath of fresh air to read. We got to see their friendship and desire for companionship blossom before it turned into something romantic and soul-wrenching. Absolutely wonderful. I will definitely be continuing on in this series and can't wait for the next novel!
My Jenden:
The characters are funny, relatable, and not always what they seem. The storyline is romantic, surprising, and hysterical. And the setting of the various reality TV shows the characters find themselves on is just the icing on the cake that gives this series what it needs to be differentiated and more unique than the other rom-coms out there.
And I loved that Annabelle and Jenden's relationship had such a different vibe to it than the others. They took it slow (sometimes unbelievably so), and it was a nice breath of fresh air to read. We got to see their friendship and desire for companionship blossom before it turned into something romantic and soul-wrenching. Absolutely wonderful. I will definitely be continuing on in this series and can't wait for the next novel!
My Jenden:
December 3, 2014
So, my thoughts on this one.
It was good. Jendan is too good to be true. But I think they're a perfect mix, Jendan and Anabelle. I like her sass.
Anyways, so the game. Nothing new challenge. Something I've read or saw before but the twist was a good one. Although some events were predictable, I like it that the story makes you really want to make it to the end.
It was good. Jendan is too good to be true. But I think they're a perfect mix, Jendan and Anabelle. I like her sass.
Anyways, so the game. Nothing new challenge. Something I've read or saw before but the twist was a good one. Although some events were predictable, I like it that the story makes you really want to make it to the end.
June 8, 2015
4 star grins. Really liked this series up until bk 4 which was just an okay read. Figured the reality game show thrill had run its course for me. Thankfully bk 5 caught my eye and I decided to take another chance on this series. Snarky and laugh out loud funny with a sexy cute romance and a great HEA. Looking for some laughs and a good time? Read this. Anxiously looking forward to bk 6.
January 7, 2015
Lindsay: Ok, I know we typically start off with out initial impressions of the book and all that but I just have to put this out there....
So I know that sounds promising but seriously...you would NEVER catch me willingly doing that on NATIONAL TELEVISION!
Nikki: LMAO! Uh yeah! You won't EVER catch me baring all for the world either! *blushing* I don't mind reading about people who do! ;)
Lindsay: LOL. Exactly! And I freely admit that the fact that everyone was naked (partly) drew me to the book. Even though I could't actually see it, I just knew that it would be an interesting aspect to the story and cause no shortage of awkward interactions.
Nikki: Oh yeah! This was definitely an imagination provoking read! ;)
Lindsay: LOL. I'll admit that part of me was wishing that they wouldn't pixilate the naughty bits for the TV show so everyone could see just how small Kip was. Because we all know he was the size of a thimble. ;) And speaking of Kip...OMG. I FREAKING HATED HIM!!! I wanted a piranha to mistake his *cough* for a worm and bite it off. I was beyond glad when Annabelle stopped boiling his water! He deserved worse for all the crap he put her through!
Nikki: I couldn't agree more about Kip! He was a douche canoe of the highest order! Every time he DIDN'T do something to help pull his weight, I wanted to jump in the book and junk punch him!
Lindsay: LOL. You're far nicer than me. I was hoping his sun burn below the belt would start peeling and hurt like a hot poker was being shoved up his....
Nikki: Hey! I know you love plotting the torture of fictional characters, but keep it clean! ;)
Lindsay: ....anyway, I was beyond happy that Annabelle got revenge on him.
Nikki: LMAO!!! Well, your idea is better than mine! Ok so we can agree Kip was a waste of space... What did you think about our leading lady, Annabelle?
Lindsay: I really liked Annabelle. I felt so bad for her in the beginning. I'm not a huge fan of reality TV (I do watch the ocasional show) but it made me wonder how often the cast was edited in a horrible way. I mean, I know it probably happens and they do manipulate the contestants, but what they did to her was awful. And the way she was treated by strangers was horrible. They acted like she was sleeping with every Tom, Dick and Harry when she thought she found love with someone that turned out to be a loser. And I just couldn't believe that people still harassed her knowing that Kip had used her and bragged about it.
Nikki: I am not a fan at all of reality tv. I'm glad this was a book, cuz I probably wouldn't have watched it. I did like how the behind the scenes aspect was explained. That was really interesting! I agree with you too. Annabelle was a sweet and feisty girl. I hated how she was portrayed and I was glad when she came up with her plan-o-vengence! ;)
Lindsay: I have to say that that I hate that Jendan (or as I called him...Jordan) got caught up in her plan-o-vengence because I totally loved him.
Nikki: I loved him too! He was a nice guy, but not in the pushover geeky way. I hated that he was caught in the middle, even though he didn't know it.
Lindsay: I agree. And he could have totally been a jerk when that happend and delayed them getting together, but he was able to see through the game to her real emotions. And I totally loved his little video confessionals at the beginning of each chapter. It was the next best thing to having his POV.
Nikki: Oh yes! I loved his confessional too! And yeah, I also liked that he was able to understand where Annabelle was coming from and didn't hold her actions against her. Just proved he was a great guy and right for her! :D
Lindsay: I have to say that I've never watched Survivor (aside from a few scenes as I flipped through the channels) but I couldn't do what Annabelle and Jendan did. I couldn't go naked or do the horrible quests/puzzles. And I worried that the reality show would get in the way of me loving the story but it didn't. I really enjoyed it. *shifty eyed look* But not enough to actually want to be on a reality show. SMH. Not happening!
Nikki: LOL!! What about the food!! *gag* There's no way I could stomach that weird stuff! And I agree, I enjoyed this book a lot but I still wouldn't sign on for reality tv, but especially a Survivor type show! I like indoor plumbing and AC too much! ;)
Lindsay: *barf* OMG. The food! I could probably make due with their diet of coconut and roots and fish (although you'd probably be in hell) but not the challenge food! I was gagging just reading that! And indoor plumbing and AC are a MUST. I'm not cut out for camping. To me, "roughing it" is staying in a motel. Give me a nice hotel with all the modern conveniences any day!
Nikki: LMAO! *high five sistah* This is why we get along so well! :D
Lindsay: True Dat Brah! ;) So, what's your rating? I couldn't put it down, I read it in one setting and loved it so it's a big ole 5 from me.
Nikki: I really enjoyed it. It made me laughout loud and swwon and I thought it was sweet too. I'm giving it a solid 4!
Well, there you have it! Two enthusiastic recommendations!
July 15, 2014
The surprise, thrill and every twist and turn imaginable offered by a competition based reality TV show hits my eReader once again.
I was so excited about getting my ARC that the full impact of the book’s title didn’t hit until I was a few chapters in. The basic premise of the plot is still the same as the rest of the series, it’s a romance novel in a reality TV setting where the main characters are participants in the show’s competition. But the intricacies of this particular book were a bit difficult for me to adjust to. I won’t reveal them because it will diminish the shock factor, because my brows hit my hairline in a big “So…I didn’t see that coming” kind of way.
Annabelle is given a chance to return to Survival Island, but after getting her pride, ego and heart wounded from the last time she appeared on the show, she’s hesitant. But she accepts knowing this time around it’ll be different, she’ll be different. The economic incentive isn’t a bad either.
I tend to have a difficult time with heroines that are weak, indecisive and gullible. And gullible was practically Annabelle’s middle name. But throughout the book she tested herself and came out better, stronger person which I totally took to.
And Jendan, sweet perpetually stuck in the friend zone Jendan, was also not my typical hero material. But he’s not just nice, he’s good and trustworthy, and hot. He saw Annabelle’s true character and won big by getting the girl.
If I’ve been loath to be entertained by this genre of television programming the past decade, it’s certainly not the case with Jessica Clare’s series. Which I find sexy, cute, fast paced, exciting and original.
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I was so excited about getting my ARC that the full impact of the book’s title didn’t hit until I was a few chapters in. The basic premise of the plot is still the same as the rest of the series, it’s a romance novel in a reality TV setting where the main characters are participants in the show’s competition. But the intricacies of this particular book were a bit difficult for me to adjust to. I won’t reveal them because it will diminish the shock factor, because my brows hit my hairline in a big “So…I didn’t see that coming” kind of way.
Annabelle is given a chance to return to Survival Island, but after getting her pride, ego and heart wounded from the last time she appeared on the show, she’s hesitant. But she accepts knowing this time around it’ll be different, she’ll be different. The economic incentive isn’t a bad either.
I tend to have a difficult time with heroines that are weak, indecisive and gullible. And gullible was practically Annabelle’s middle name. But throughout the book she tested herself and came out better, stronger person which I totally took to.
And Jendan, sweet perpetually stuck in the friend zone Jendan, was also not my typical hero material. But he’s not just nice, he’s good and trustworthy, and hot. He saw Annabelle’s true character and won big by getting the girl.
If I’ve been loath to be entertained by this genre of television programming the past decade, it’s certainly not the case with Jessica Clare’s series. Which I find sexy, cute, fast paced, exciting and original.
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December 21, 2016
Another good read from Jessica Clare
If you like watching reality tv shows like survivor then this book is definitely for you. It's like a fun little behind the scenes look of what the contestants may actually be going through.
I really enjoyed it, and was glad that the heroine was focused on her main goal. Of course there is a love story, but the heroine had more on her mind than just that. It was refreshing. Of course the lovey stuff still happens, but it has equal timing with playing the actual game.
All in all a fun and good read.
If you like watching reality tv shows like survivor then this book is definitely for you. It's like a fun little behind the scenes look of what the contestants may actually be going through.
I really enjoyed it, and was glad that the heroine was focused on her main goal. Of course there is a love story, but the heroine had more on her mind than just that. It was refreshing. Of course the lovey stuff still happens, but it has equal timing with playing the actual game.
All in all a fun and good read.
July 16, 2014
This was a refreshing, light hearted yet cutthroat book that I enjoyed immensely! It was funny, engaging, and I was interested from page one. I started it last night when I got in bed and ended up reading till 1 am! I didn't want to stop! I've never been a fan of reality tv so I wasn't sure how this book would go for me. I'm happy to report that it went well! :D Annabelle was a previous contestant on Endurance Island, but was portrayed as the island slut and was duped by the guy she thought cared for her. She decides this time around, things are gonna go her way. No island romances. Get the jerk from last season kicked off, and hopefully win the money. Starting off, things are not pretty. She's paired with the guy she's there to send packing. She meets and starts to fall for another guy who seems really genuine and sweet. And the challenges are a lot more... challenging ;) There are twists the contestants have to face, mixed feelings on how to proceed, sweet and later sexy times, and a story that kept me engaged from page one til the very end! I have not read the rest in this series, but you can bet I'll be getting right on that! :D
August 23, 2015
Best Yet of the Series
It's an All Star Edition of Endurance Island! And there is one big twist that no one saw coming!
Last season on EI - Annabelle Tucker was made to look like a fool. Falling for her partner when in the end, he was only playing her to get to the final rounds. This time she's going to be smart. She's playing the game to win. No matter who she has to step on in the process.
Jendan was on House Guest and so he's never had the advantage of being surviving on an Island before. He's always the nice guy, that's just the way he is. Even though he's a stunt man by day... Unless he gets an alliance with some who knows what their doing, he's as good as gone. He just never expected To run into the beautiful Annabelle.
I think this one is the best of the series to date. I love it and can't wait for more in the Series.
It's an All Star Edition of Endurance Island! And there is one big twist that no one saw coming!
Last season on EI - Annabelle Tucker was made to look like a fool. Falling for her partner when in the end, he was only playing her to get to the final rounds. This time she's going to be smart. She's playing the game to win. No matter who she has to step on in the process.
Jendan was on House Guest and so he's never had the advantage of being surviving on an Island before. He's always the nice guy, that's just the way he is. Even though he's a stunt man by day... Unless he gets an alliance with some who knows what their doing, he's as good as gone. He just never expected To run into the beautiful Annabelle.
I think this one is the best of the series to date. I love it and can't wait for more in the Series.
December 1, 2014
Anabelle and Jendan
I read this whole series over Thanksgiving vacation this year. I loved each and every one of them. I would love more and to see updates from each couple. More, more, more. Make it never stop!
I love how each one of these is so different. I was sad to see Brodie and Kandis leave so quickly. :(
I read this whole series over Thanksgiving vacation this year. I loved each and every one of them. I would love more and to see updates from each couple. More, more, more. Make it never stop!
I love how each one of these is so different. I was sad to see Brodie and Kandis leave so quickly. :(
August 18, 2014
I loved this book, as I have all the other games books. It is predicable but I just didn't care. Jessica continues to combine my love of reading with my love of reality TV. I hope this series continues
June 26, 2023
I liked this- Annabelle and Jendan just seem like genuinely nice people. Their romance was really sweet, they care about and trust each other and don't try to screw the other over.
The twist for the show seemed strange though, it just felt uncomfortable that everyone was naked all the time
The twist for the show seemed strange though, it just felt uncomfortable that everyone was naked all the time
March 17, 2018
In Wicked Games I wanted more in game play and I definitely got that here. Admittedly, this was in expense of quality somewhat as the ending went on a little longer than I wanted.
Still, enjoyable characters and a really fun story.
4/5
Still, enjoyable characters and a really fun story.
4/5
October 23, 2014
I love these books! And I'm so glad the Jendan was in this one because I really liked him in the last one!
October 22, 2015
Not sure why, but just could not get into this book. Skimmed the rest to read the ending
May 10, 2022
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I’ve read this book multiple times since I originally purchased it back in 2013 but have never gotten around to posting a review so here goes. I enjoyed this book, and thought it was a good addition to the Games Series by Jessica Clare/Jill Myers. I thought this was a good book, and I’m glad that we got to see Jendan again, after he was introduced in book 4 when he was on House Guests. Annabelle was on a previous Endurance Island, and was edited horribly. She thought Kp her partner and her had something real but he was just being a manipulative a*sehole, and using her as a guaranteed vote so he can hopefully win the money. When the other players ended up in the loser lodge they tried to tell her about Kip but she was half in love with him and they even sl*pt together before they went home. She was naive and thought that he’d call but he never did, and then she felt completely stupid when the show aired. She’s been treated horribly since then as people judging her and thinking she’s like that in real life. She never wants to hear about Endurance Island again. Endurance Island Casting rings her and tells her about the show, she’s planning to flat out say no until she hears about the guaranteed $25K signing bonus, and if you make it to the jury you get $50k but she wants $50K regardless of whether she makes it to the jury or not, which they agree and no Kip, considering he’s playing again as well. Annabelle has a new strategy she’s going to play like an a*sehole and no island romances, as she doesn’t want a repeat of last time.
The big twist for the game this time is that the contestants have to play naked. Annabelle is completely pissed when she’s partnered with Kip as they promised but she forgot to get it included in her contract. All I can say is Kip is a horrible person, as soon as Annabelle turns him down for a repeat, he turns completely nasty and doesn’t do anything around their camp. Who would write Lousy Lay on their partners back for the world to see? I’m glad that Jendan threw the challenge so he could secretly rub it off her back. Annabelle is completely shocked and ends up returning the favour by voting the other team out since Jendan and his teammate Sunnie was up for judgement, as Jendan threw one of the challenges to help Annabelle. loved how Jendan and Annabelle ended up running into each other in the jungle and formed a secret alliance. The attraction between Annabelle and Jendan was undeniable but nothing happened as Annabelle didn’t want a repeat of what happened when the show aired last time, no matter how much she liked Jendan but as soon as the show ends, she’d be happy to see how things go. I thought Annabelle played a very good game, and she definitely deserved to be in the final. It was horrible when she had to had to use the Pandora’s Box to vote Jendan out as they switched teams, as she originally was planning to use it for Kip since he’s a complete and utter a*sehole. She felt so bad, and poor Jendan was so confused. Jendan was now the second jury member. Will Jendan be bitter about what happened, and what will happen when the show ends? I’m looking forward to reading the next book. I’d definitely recommend this book, series and author to everyone.
I’ve read this book multiple times since I originally purchased it back in 2013 but have never gotten around to posting a review so here goes. I enjoyed this book, and thought it was a good addition to the Games Series by Jessica Clare/Jill Myers. I thought this was a good book, and I’m glad that we got to see Jendan again, after he was introduced in book 4 when he was on House Guests. Annabelle was on a previous Endurance Island, and was edited horribly. She thought Kp her partner and her had something real but he was just being a manipulative a*sehole, and using her as a guaranteed vote so he can hopefully win the money. When the other players ended up in the loser lodge they tried to tell her about Kip but she was half in love with him and they even sl*pt together before they went home. She was naive and thought that he’d call but he never did, and then she felt completely stupid when the show aired. She’s been treated horribly since then as people judging her and thinking she’s like that in real life. She never wants to hear about Endurance Island again. Endurance Island Casting rings her and tells her about the show, she’s planning to flat out say no until she hears about the guaranteed $25K signing bonus, and if you make it to the jury you get $50k but she wants $50K regardless of whether she makes it to the jury or not, which they agree and no Kip, considering he’s playing again as well. Annabelle has a new strategy she’s going to play like an a*sehole and no island romances, as she doesn’t want a repeat of last time.
The big twist for the game this time is that the contestants have to play naked. Annabelle is completely pissed when she’s partnered with Kip as they promised but she forgot to get it included in her contract. All I can say is Kip is a horrible person, as soon as Annabelle turns him down for a repeat, he turns completely nasty and doesn’t do anything around their camp. Who would write Lousy Lay on their partners back for the world to see? I’m glad that Jendan threw the challenge so he could secretly rub it off her back. Annabelle is completely shocked and ends up returning the favour by voting the other team out since Jendan and his teammate Sunnie was up for judgement, as Jendan threw one of the challenges to help Annabelle. loved how Jendan and Annabelle ended up running into each other in the jungle and formed a secret alliance. The attraction between Annabelle and Jendan was undeniable but nothing happened as Annabelle didn’t want a repeat of what happened when the show aired last time, no matter how much she liked Jendan but as soon as the show ends, she’d be happy to see how things go. I thought Annabelle played a very good game, and she definitely deserved to be in the final. It was horrible when she had to had to use the Pandora’s Box to vote Jendan out as they switched teams, as she originally was planning to use it for Kip since he’s a complete and utter a*sehole. She felt so bad, and poor Jendan was so confused. Jendan was now the second jury member. Will Jendan be bitter about what happened, and what will happen when the show ends? I’m looking forward to reading the next book. I’d definitely recommend this book, series and author to everyone.
March 19, 2019
Body Games is the fifth in the Games series. This game book brings back couples from previous games for the "ultimate" game winner. This one is in the Figi Islands. It can be read as a standalone book.
Annabelle and Kip were partnered in a previous game. Annabelle had real feelings for Kip and he was just playing and manipulating her to win the prize money. Not only did Annabelle go home with a broken heart, but she was made to look like the island whore by editing. As the shows broadcast and she finds out how stupid she looks being used as well as the editing issue, she is driven out of college because of it and even has a hard time keeping her waitress job. Casting calls her to do a "best of" repeat season. Guaranteed prize money for all participants. She is reluctant, but agrees as long as Kip is not her partner. She won't be as naive this time and there will be no island romances.
Unfortunately, Annabelle forgets to have their promises written into her contract. Guess who is partnered with Kip? Now she has a new goal to add to the prize money and no romance promise - to get Kip kicked off the island as soon as she can. Kip can't seem to figure out where his plaything he can sweet talk has disappeared to. He is looking to pick up where they left off until he realizes all he will be getting is the cold shoulder. Then he turns mean and demanding doing none of his share of the work around camp.
Meanwhile, their neighboring camp team has a super handsome and nice guy, Jendan, who has been kind to Annabelle since day one. They have a strong attraction, but Annabelle is sticking to her no island romance rule. She helps him with some island survival skills (since his game was in a home previously) and he helps her as well. Will they be able to stick to their no romance rule? Do they really want to in the end?
Annabelle and Kip were partnered in a previous game. Annabelle had real feelings for Kip and he was just playing and manipulating her to win the prize money. Not only did Annabelle go home with a broken heart, but she was made to look like the island whore by editing. As the shows broadcast and she finds out how stupid she looks being used as well as the editing issue, she is driven out of college because of it and even has a hard time keeping her waitress job. Casting calls her to do a "best of" repeat season. Guaranteed prize money for all participants. She is reluctant, but agrees as long as Kip is not her partner. She won't be as naive this time and there will be no island romances.
Unfortunately, Annabelle forgets to have their promises written into her contract. Guess who is partnered with Kip? Now she has a new goal to add to the prize money and no romance promise - to get Kip kicked off the island as soon as she can. Kip can't seem to figure out where his plaything he can sweet talk has disappeared to. He is looking to pick up where they left off until he realizes all he will be getting is the cold shoulder. Then he turns mean and demanding doing none of his share of the work around camp.
Meanwhile, their neighboring camp team has a super handsome and nice guy, Jendan, who has been kind to Annabelle since day one. They have a strong attraction, but Annabelle is sticking to her no island romance rule. She helps him with some island survival skills (since his game was in a home previously) and he helps her as well. Will they be able to stick to their no romance rule? Do they really want to in the end?
August 21, 2020
I'm a few pages into this book and i have to say, the premise is making me really uncomfortable. With the context of the show, It's unethical, unhygienic, and feels like it should be a sexual harassment. The fact that kip keep touching Annabelle inappropriately should be called out for what it is. Sexual harassment.
I have to say, i've read 3 books in this series, and it always goes pretty similarly, i'd hate the beginning, but the second half of the book make up for it. This one's my favorite so far, the romance was mature but still sweet, and I appreciate how hard Annabelle played
I have to say, i've read 3 books in this series, and it always goes pretty similarly, i'd hate the beginning, but the second half of the book make up for it. This one's my favorite so far, the romance was mature but still sweet, and I appreciate how hard Annabelle played
June 30, 2017
Back to a 4 star review!
Annabelle got screwed the last time she was on Endurance Island. So when she's offered a chance to do it again, she very reluctantly agrees. Unfortunately she's stuck with the guy who screwed her over and the reality that the TV people lie to get the players to bend to their will.
Jendan's back from the House Guest show and he's super duper romantic and adorable. And the waterfall meet ups were awesome.
I loved this for the multiple happy endings.
Annabelle got screwed the last time she was on Endurance Island. So when she's offered a chance to do it again, she very reluctantly agrees. Unfortunately she's stuck with the guy who screwed her over and the reality that the TV people lie to get the players to bend to their will.
Jendan's back from the House Guest show and he's super duper romantic and adorable. And the waterfall meet ups were awesome.
I loved this for the multiple happy endings.
May 23, 2020
Great love story!!
I really enjoyed this one. I loved how she stuck to her guns even when it hurt to do so. Jendan, was Jendan...he was as great as he was in "House Guests". I lived that he didn't change. Annabelle was perfect. The only thing I didn't really care for is the naked the whole time thing. I didn't find it feasible. No toothbrushes for 6 weeks? It didn't seem like that would even be able to do that. But I loved the finish!
I really enjoyed this one. I loved how she stuck to her guns even when it hurt to do so. Jendan, was Jendan...he was as great as he was in "House Guests". I lived that he didn't change. Annabelle was perfect. The only thing I didn't really care for is the naked the whole time thing. I didn't find it feasible. No toothbrushes for 6 weeks? It didn't seem like that would even be able to do that. But I loved the finish!
August 30, 2022
Survivor meets Naked and Afraid. It’s always interesting to see how the author plays out each story in this reality tv series.
I respect how Annabelle played toward the end of the game and did Kip dirty. Jensen seems like a nice gym bro but just can’t get over the fact that his last name is Abercrombie.
I respect how Annabelle played toward the end of the game and did Kip dirty. Jensen seems like a nice gym bro but just can’t get over the fact that his last name is Abercrombie.
June 21, 2023
4.5 stars, one of the best ones in the series. She was so good at playing but I never thought she went too far with anything. I cackled at her not boiling her partners water, he was a complete wank, and the love interest was an absolute golden retriever lol never did anything wrong always said the right thing and fully supported her the whole time.
March 9, 2024
Helemaal uitgelezen. Echt onzinnig dat ze allemaal naakt moesten... Want het was geen kabel tv, dus alles moest gecensureerd worden. Ben blij dat ze gewonnen had. Die Kip had er echt eerder uit gemogen. Hij maakte me zo boos! En hoe durfde hij zo schijnheilig te doen en met haar te spelen in een eerdere realityshow! Die andere gozer was echt lief. Er mogen meer van dat soort types in boeken.
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