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Crushed
Some loves can't be… Crushed
Morgan
Have you ever done something stupid? Like get drunk and hookup with a guy because your heart was broken by someone else? Like his best friend. And then done something really dumb, like fall in love with your hookup? Hookups aren't stick-around guys. I'm hoping Dakota will be different. But hoping has gotten me in trouble before.
Dakota
The absolute last girl I want to see in my court-ordered alcohol and drug information school, the girl who landed me here in the first place, walks in. After we hooked up, I thought I'd gotten Morgan out of my system. So why is my pulse racing? I can't afford to screw up right now. I know I should avoid her. Morgan has a way of messing up my life. But she's the only one who understands.
Morgan
Have you ever done something stupid? Like get drunk and hookup with a guy because your heart was broken by someone else? Like his best friend. And then done something really dumb, like fall in love with your hookup? Hookups aren't stick-around guys. I'm hoping Dakota will be different. But hoping has gotten me in trouble before.
Dakota
The absolute last girl I want to see in my court-ordered alcohol and drug information school, the girl who landed me here in the first place, walks in. After we hooked up, I thought I'd gotten Morgan out of my system. So why is my pulse racing? I can't afford to screw up right now. I know I should avoid her. Morgan has a way of messing up my life. But she's the only one who understands.
221 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 1, 2014
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Gina Robinson
89 books502 followersRomance addict. Hopeless daydreamer. People watcher. Total romantic at heart.
That's me. When I'm lost in a good book a nuclear bomb could go off next to me - I wouldn't flinch. I'm not afraid to read in public and laugh until my eyes water and my sides hurt. I'll cry at a tender moment. Dab my eyes when a couple finally realizes they're in love. Race with my heart pounding to the end of an adventure. Give me a little mystery – now I'm really intrigued.
I'll fall in love with a hot, witty hero any day of the week. Shhh. Just between you and me? My biggest turn-on? A man with a sense of humor. Let me melt now. I'm hooked.
Give me billionaires, modern-day dukes and royals. Give me hot, witty nerds, and intelligent men.
Marriages of convenience? Fake relationships? Second-chance romances? I'm in!
I write books that I want to read. That make me laugh. That make my heart race. If any of this sounds good to you, join me! If you want to be sure to hear when I have a new release, visit me at www.ginarobinson.com and sign up for my newsletter.
That's me. When I'm lost in a good book a nuclear bomb could go off next to me - I wouldn't flinch. I'm not afraid to read in public and laugh until my eyes water and my sides hurt. I'll cry at a tender moment. Dab my eyes when a couple finally realizes they're in love. Race with my heart pounding to the end of an adventure. Give me a little mystery – now I'm really intrigued.
I'll fall in love with a hot, witty hero any day of the week. Shhh. Just between you and me? My biggest turn-on? A man with a sense of humor. Let me melt now. I'm hooked.
Give me billionaires, modern-day dukes and royals. Give me hot, witty nerds, and intelligent men.
Marriages of convenience? Fake relationships? Second-chance romances? I'm in!
I write books that I want to read. That make me laugh. That make my heart race. If any of this sounds good to you, join me! If you want to be sure to hear when I have a new release, visit me at www.ginarobinson.com and sign up for my newsletter.
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November 3, 2014
Honestly the first book was way better. I still enjoyed reading it I just wish there would have been more of zach and Alexis in this story. but it was better than I though it would be. I could not put this book down it was really well written which is why I gave it 4 stars. I hope there will be a third book in this series. Thank you to the author for giving me the opportunity to review this book.
October 9, 2014
Review coming soon, literally just finished it. 4 stars I loved this story and am so glad it was Dak!
April 30, 2020
Great writing--Robinson is a gifted storyteller.
The only reason for the low rating is that I have real issues with the collegiate "Greek" system, which is the setting for this book, so as a result didn't really enjoy it. If you're also not a fan of that culture, skip this book and read one of her other excellent series, all of which I've enjoyed tremendously!
If you're a member, alumni, or fan of that system, please read this book--it will probably bring back warm memories for you and I'm sure you'll really enjoy it.
The only reason for the low rating is that I have real issues with the collegiate "Greek" system, which is the setting for this book, so as a result didn't really enjoy it. If you're also not a fan of that culture, skip this book and read one of her other excellent series, all of which I've enjoyed tremendously!
If you're a member, alumni, or fan of that system, please read this book--it will probably bring back warm memories for you and I'm sure you'll really enjoy it.
August 16, 2018
Excelente serie, me encanto!!! realmente muy bien escrita, adoro a los personajes!!!
November 5, 2014
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Reviewed by Fabiola
Review Copy from the Author
Crushed is the second volume in the Rushed series by Gina Robinson. It’s the second book I’ve read by her. I liked the first instalment a lot, Rushed (you can see my review here: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show... ) and I must say that I loved the second one.
I was more than surprised when I realized who the heroes were in this novel. In fact, when Gina Robinson asked me if I wanted to read this book, I focused only on the plot, which I loved.
So when I saw the name of Morgan, I thought to myself: “No!” I didn’t like this character at all, in the first volume.
First challenge for the author: make me love the heroine.
She did it within a few pages only!
We learn about Morgan in Crushed: she’s proud, she refuses to show her weaknesses and is very determined when she wants something. She also has a vulnerable side, and that’s why the reader loves her quickly in her story. Moreover, she really grows during the whole novel. From an unpleasant girl, and without any fundamental change in her personality, she becomes a magnificent heroine whom we love. Considering that, how can we hold a grudge against her for what she did in Rushed?
Then I realized the hero was Dakota. I was blown away. I even believed I had missed a second character named Dakota in the first volume. LOL But no, he was the same one who faked a relationship with Alexis, the heroine in Rushed, for some reasons I won’t tell here. I prefer to avoid spoilers, for those who haven’t read it yet.
In any case, I would never have thought that Morgan would be his heroine. And again, within a few pages the reader understands why she is the one. Even if Dakota’s behaviour annoyed me sometimes, I couldn’t blame him because he had good reasons for his reactions.
The story takes place a few weeks after the events at the end of Rushed. The book can be read as a stand alone, but I recommend reading the first instalment before. At the end of it, Dakota and Morgan were involved in a car accident, because they were drunk. Consequently, by a court decision, they must complete an Alcohol and Drug Information School. They meet again there.
Morgan and Dakota have known each other since their freshman year, and they share a certain past they must overstep before being able to move forward. I won’t say more about it in my review, because it would reveal part of the story.
Anyway, I loved the evolution of the relationship between Morgan and Dakota. I loved the evolution of the relationship between Morgan and Alexis. I loved to see the couple, Alexis and Zach, again. I loved the support shared by the girls from Delta Delta psi, Morgan’s sorority house.
The book contains emotion and humour. The style is flowing, dynamic and once I started reading, I couldn’t wait to know how the author was going to make our heroes overcome the obstacles.
There aren’t a lot of hot scenes as in the first volume, because Gina Robinson focuses a lot on the evolution of the feelings between Morgan and Dakota.
So Crushed surprised me, but I loved it. Well done Gina Robinson, for your work on the main characters. I prefer not to make any guesses about the next heroes, I think I would be wrong. LOL I recommend the book and I advise you to read Rushed if you haven’t done it yet.
Reviewed by Fabiola
Review Copy from the Author
Crushed is the second volume in the Rushed series by Gina Robinson. It’s the second book I’ve read by her. I liked the first instalment a lot, Rushed (you can see my review here: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show... ) and I must say that I loved the second one.
I was more than surprised when I realized who the heroes were in this novel. In fact, when Gina Robinson asked me if I wanted to read this book, I focused only on the plot, which I loved.
So when I saw the name of Morgan, I thought to myself: “No!” I didn’t like this character at all, in the first volume.
First challenge for the author: make me love the heroine.
She did it within a few pages only!
We learn about Morgan in Crushed: she’s proud, she refuses to show her weaknesses and is very determined when she wants something. She also has a vulnerable side, and that’s why the reader loves her quickly in her story. Moreover, she really grows during the whole novel. From an unpleasant girl, and without any fundamental change in her personality, she becomes a magnificent heroine whom we love. Considering that, how can we hold a grudge against her for what she did in Rushed?
Then I realized the hero was Dakota. I was blown away. I even believed I had missed a second character named Dakota in the first volume. LOL But no, he was the same one who faked a relationship with Alexis, the heroine in Rushed, for some reasons I won’t tell here. I prefer to avoid spoilers, for those who haven’t read it yet.
In any case, I would never have thought that Morgan would be his heroine. And again, within a few pages the reader understands why she is the one. Even if Dakota’s behaviour annoyed me sometimes, I couldn’t blame him because he had good reasons for his reactions.
The story takes place a few weeks after the events at the end of Rushed. The book can be read as a stand alone, but I recommend reading the first instalment before. At the end of it, Dakota and Morgan were involved in a car accident, because they were drunk. Consequently, by a court decision, they must complete an Alcohol and Drug Information School. They meet again there.
Morgan and Dakota have known each other since their freshman year, and they share a certain past they must overstep before being able to move forward. I won’t say more about it in my review, because it would reveal part of the story.
Anyway, I loved the evolution of the relationship between Morgan and Dakota. I loved the evolution of the relationship between Morgan and Alexis. I loved to see the couple, Alexis and Zach, again. I loved the support shared by the girls from Delta Delta psi, Morgan’s sorority house.
The book contains emotion and humour. The style is flowing, dynamic and once I started reading, I couldn’t wait to know how the author was going to make our heroes overcome the obstacles.
There aren’t a lot of hot scenes as in the first volume, because Gina Robinson focuses a lot on the evolution of the feelings between Morgan and Dakota.
So Crushed surprised me, but I loved it. Well done Gina Robinson, for your work on the main characters. I prefer not to make any guesses about the next heroes, I think I would be wrong. LOL I recommend the book and I advise you to read Rushed if you haven’t done it yet.
October 21, 2014
** 3.5 Stars **
What do most kids look forward to most when they go to college? It is the higher learning process? Is it the independence from their families? Is it to better themselves for the future? Well maybe. But, I think most kids go to college for the Party Experience, the fraternities and sororities, and freedom to do whatever they want. Most kids manage to get the experiences they want and reap the benefits of a college education. They become responsible adults and look back on their college days with fond memories and wild stories.
Morgan and Dakota took their partying a little too far. In the previous book both of them fell off their high and mighty pedestals. Morgan drank herself into oblivion after she found out that Zach was involved with Alexis. She had crushed on Zack since her freshman year. She was beyond pissed when she found out her little sorority sister, Alexis was involved in a relationship with Zach. She was not a very likable person in the Rushed book. Her attitude and self entitlement had readers cringing.
Dakota was also not a very likable character in the first book. He harbored resentments and jealousy towards Zach. He was also involved in a relationship that he had to keep secret because his family did not approve. He had to maintain the reputation of being the fraternity president. But he was sensible enough to recognize some of his faults and make amends with Zach. His relationship with his secret girlfriend, Jordan is taking a nose dive. One night of blowing off steam and partying too hard almost leads to vehicular homicide. He almost ran over Morgan when she passed out behind his car after the fraternity party. Luckily Zach was there to save Morgan’s life. Dakota almost ended up killing Zach.
Now Dakota and Morgan are paying the consequences for irresponsible drinking. They are both in court ordered sobriety classes, they have both lost their drivers licenses until they are twenty one. They are both social misfits now that they can’t drink. What starts out as enemies and evolves into frenemies to a fun and comfortable friendship. They are finally both able to let down their guards and show who they really are instead of what their Greek college life demands. They are finding a love that could last a lifetime. First they must learn to trust one another, control their negative behaviors, and let their hearts rule their lives rather than the college Greek hierarchy.
I enjoyed this book and would recommend this series. I found the Greek organizations a little over bearing and thought it took away from the characters interactions. I would of like to seen a little more intimacy and personal dialogue rather than all the Greek campus traditions. I am looking forward to the next book in the series. It looks like Gina Robinson is setting up a very complicated and angsty story.
I highly recommend the Rushed series. Each book can be read as a stand alone novel or in series order.
December 29, 2014
I received a complimentary e-copy of Crushed in exchange for an honest review.
I had previously read Rushed, book 1 in the Rushed series, so I wanted to see what was happening next in the sorority house.
Crushed focuses on Morgan, and her frenemy relationship ship with Dakota. Morgan and Dakota each find themselves in front of a judicial committee, stemming from the drunken night where Morgan had passed out on the ground behind Dakota's girl and he almost ran her over, instead injuring Zach. Their punishment consists of losing their licenses until their 21st birthdays, being on social probation until then and having to attend a drug and alcohol class. All of which they each resent but know they have to do what's being asked or have to suffer even worse consequences.
Thrown together by circumstance, and trying to keep everyone in their houses from finding out the extent of their punishment, they start to spend a lot of time together. But Dakota's got a girlfriend, Jordan, back home that only Zach and Alexis know about, and thinks that Morgan is still pining after Zach. And Morgan can't figure out how he can still be friends with Alexis after it was revealed that she had been 'cheating' on him with Zach. All of Dakota's and Morgan's previous hookups have been drunken encounters- will they each discover that they can mean something more to each other without the alcoholic haze?
I liked this book. It was great to revisit the house with the characters we met in Rushed, but it was definitely interesting to see things from a completely different point of view than Alexis'. Morgan was hard to like at first, but as I got to know her, it was easier to understand why she acted the way she did. And Dakota, I loved him too, but the only part that kept me from rating Crushed a 5-star book was that he didn't come clean with Jordan sooner. Ignoring the situation with her wasn't making it go away.
There's a 3rd book in the works and you can be sure I'll be watching for it!
I had previously read Rushed, book 1 in the Rushed series, so I wanted to see what was happening next in the sorority house.
Crushed focuses on Morgan, and her frenemy relationship ship with Dakota. Morgan and Dakota each find themselves in front of a judicial committee, stemming from the drunken night where Morgan had passed out on the ground behind Dakota's girl and he almost ran her over, instead injuring Zach. Their punishment consists of losing their licenses until their 21st birthdays, being on social probation until then and having to attend a drug and alcohol class. All of which they each resent but know they have to do what's being asked or have to suffer even worse consequences.
Thrown together by circumstance, and trying to keep everyone in their houses from finding out the extent of their punishment, they start to spend a lot of time together. But Dakota's got a girlfriend, Jordan, back home that only Zach and Alexis know about, and thinks that Morgan is still pining after Zach. And Morgan can't figure out how he can still be friends with Alexis after it was revealed that she had been 'cheating' on him with Zach. All of Dakota's and Morgan's previous hookups have been drunken encounters- will they each discover that they can mean something more to each other without the alcoholic haze?
I liked this book. It was great to revisit the house with the characters we met in Rushed, but it was definitely interesting to see things from a completely different point of view than Alexis'. Morgan was hard to like at first, but as I got to know her, it was easier to understand why she acted the way she did. And Dakota, I loved him too, but the only part that kept me from rating Crushed a 5-star book was that he didn't come clean with Jordan sooner. Ignoring the situation with her wasn't making it go away.
There's a 3rd book in the works and you can be sure I'll be watching for it!
October 21, 2014
*I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*
I give Crushed 4.5 stars!
Note: This is book two in the Rushed Series, but can be read as a standalone. Even though the author gives the backstory in the beginning of the book, I do recommend reading book one Rushed.
I don't even know where to begin. I thought I would get the story of the stuck up, spooiled bitch from book one, Rushed, but boy was I wrong!!
I am loving this series! I think I like Morgan's book better than Alexis' book. LOL!
In book one, we read about Morgan pining away for Zach. Until things take a bad turn. In book two, we see the softer, nicer side of Morgan. The girl trying to deal with her punishment from the accident like a grown up. I had to stop and ask myself if I was reading the same character. I actually liked Morgan while reading this book!
Then there's Dakota. In Book one, he turned out to be not so much of a prick. In book two, that continues and we see the sweet side come out right along with it. Swoon!
I really liked this book. The flow of the story was very well developed with just the right amount of detail. The characters were very well thought out and fit together nicely! It's also a great reminder that you can still have fun without drinking in a world full of partying and booze! Excellent job Gina! I look forward to the next book in this series!
I give Crushed 4.5 stars!
Note: This is book two in the Rushed Series, but can be read as a standalone. Even though the author gives the backstory in the beginning of the book, I do recommend reading book one Rushed.
I don't even know where to begin. I thought I would get the story of the stuck up, spooiled bitch from book one, Rushed, but boy was I wrong!!
I am loving this series! I think I like Morgan's book better than Alexis' book. LOL!
In book one, we read about Morgan pining away for Zach. Until things take a bad turn. In book two, we see the softer, nicer side of Morgan. The girl trying to deal with her punishment from the accident like a grown up. I had to stop and ask myself if I was reading the same character. I actually liked Morgan while reading this book!
Then there's Dakota. In Book one, he turned out to be not so much of a prick. In book two, that continues and we see the sweet side come out right along with it. Swoon!
I really liked this book. The flow of the story was very well developed with just the right amount of detail. The characters were very well thought out and fit together nicely! It's also a great reminder that you can still have fun without drinking in a world full of partying and booze! Excellent job Gina! I look forward to the next book in this series!
February 1, 2016
I guess I liked that these had a bit more of a "story" together as to how they find each other and eventually fall in love but both of them and the story was just...meh...to me. Not much to dig into.
SPOILERS!!!!!!
After the whole, almost kill Zach by running him over incident, both Morgan and Dakota have to go to ADIS, where they meet up and decide to be sobriety buddies. It's later revealed that on the night of the incident that Morgan and Dak hooked up "to nurse their broken hearts". But then it turns out that Dak has always been in love with Morgan while she was pining for Zach. And while Dak knows he wants Morgan, he can't jump all in without knowing for sure how she feels this time. The last time he broke up with Jordan (on and off again girlfriend) for Morgan only to have her choose his best friend. He is not sure if he should make that mistake again. But know that Morgan has her partying under control and after all the events, she is for sure over Zach, and she wants Dak. But he keeps acting hot and cold and she has no idea how to read their "relationship". And then on top of that, she thinks shes pregnant, with Daks baby. Finally, Dak is present when Morgan miscarries and he freaks out a little bit but after a disastrous night with Jordan, Dak makes up his mind about who he wants to be with and makes sure to get what he wants. He and Morgan start dating, and all is going roses. There's a blip when Jordan tries to break them up and succeeds for a couple days but they do get back together.
SPOILERS!!!!!!
After the whole, almost kill Zach by running him over incident, both Morgan and Dakota have to go to ADIS, where they meet up and decide to be sobriety buddies. It's later revealed that on the night of the incident that Morgan and Dak hooked up "to nurse their broken hearts". But then it turns out that Dak has always been in love with Morgan while she was pining for Zach. And while Dak knows he wants Morgan, he can't jump all in without knowing for sure how she feels this time. The last time he broke up with Jordan (on and off again girlfriend) for Morgan only to have her choose his best friend. He is not sure if he should make that mistake again. But know that Morgan has her partying under control and after all the events, she is for sure over Zach, and she wants Dak. But he keeps acting hot and cold and she has no idea how to read their "relationship". And then on top of that, she thinks shes pregnant, with Daks baby. Finally, Dak is present when Morgan miscarries and he freaks out a little bit but after a disastrous night with Jordan, Dak makes up his mind about who he wants to be with and makes sure to get what he wants. He and Morgan start dating, and all is going roses. There's a blip when Jordan tries to break them up and succeeds for a couple days but they do get back together.
October 26, 2014
Finally! I've been waiting for this one since I'd finished Rushed. The only teaser I got was the next book will be about a surprising couple and I have high hopes that it will be about Morgan! I have this crazy thing with the "bitches" of the story. I always believed that there is a story behind every bitchiness. So I am really excited with this book.
Crushed is about the "bitch" of double deltsies, Morgan, and the Tau Psi president, Dakota. Being caught up in a tragedy and got stuck with the same punishment, they will try their best not to surrender for their growing attractions with each other.
As I was expecting, being a bitch was just a cover up and deep inside there was a fun, loving and caring Morgan. I enjoyed reading this book more than the first one. But, don't get me wrong, I still love Alexis and Zach but the chemistry between Morgan and Dakota was something you just can't ignore. How they were forced to be together was just wrong. It just made it all complicated but it also made them spend time together and allow feelings to grow. I loved Zach and all his brotherly love for everyone, but the sweetness and the thoughtfulness of Dakota just made him the best for me.
If you love reading about sorority and fraternity with some good and funny story, you should try this series. You will certainly love it because I do. I'll definitely wait for the next one.
Thank you Gina Robinson for providing a copy in exchange of an honest review.
Crushed is about the "bitch" of double deltsies, Morgan, and the Tau Psi president, Dakota. Being caught up in a tragedy and got stuck with the same punishment, they will try their best not to surrender for their growing attractions with each other.
As I was expecting, being a bitch was just a cover up and deep inside there was a fun, loving and caring Morgan. I enjoyed reading this book more than the first one. But, don't get me wrong, I still love Alexis and Zach but the chemistry between Morgan and Dakota was something you just can't ignore. How they were forced to be together was just wrong. It just made it all complicated but it also made them spend time together and allow feelings to grow. I loved Zach and all his brotherly love for everyone, but the sweetness and the thoughtfulness of Dakota just made him the best for me.
If you love reading about sorority and fraternity with some good and funny story, you should try this series. You will certainly love it because I do. I'll definitely wait for the next one.
Thank you Gina Robinson for providing a copy in exchange of an honest review.
November 25, 2014
Morgan and Dakota's story start out way different than any story we've ever heard. It starts with him almost running her over. When because of their alcohol level being so high they were forced to take a alcohol class together, they were practically enemies for the simple fact that she liked his friend and he was in love with her, had been since freshman year. What started out as enemies turned into what you would call frenemies and sobriety buddies so they could help each other make it to their 21st birthday and not go to jail. As the time progressed on their way to their 21st birthday they became much closer and really good friends and then what turned from friends to more as they slowly fell in love with each other. However Dakota had a secret that could destroy them completely if it were to come out. When that secret shows up at the sorority that Morgan is in will it be the end of them or will they be able to work past this huge roadblock in their life?
I love this book it was amazing it made you laugh, cry, jump for joy, and want to smack them all the same time. It shows you a little bit of the life of a college student and what they have to go through while also giving you the romance that you love. I recommend this book to anyone who loves a good story.
Reviewed for Renee Entress's blog
I love this book it was amazing it made you laugh, cry, jump for joy, and want to smack them all the same time. It shows you a little bit of the life of a college student and what they have to go through while also giving you the romance that you love. I recommend this book to anyone who loves a good story.
Reviewed for Renee Entress's blog
October 22, 2014
Laws were broken, mistakes were made, now it's time to face the consequences. Morgan's out of control drinking and reckless behavior nearly got her killed. Broken hearted, on social probation, and now without a driver's license, she has no where to go but up. Scared straight, she's determined to make the most of her second chance and show her sorority sisters she can change her evil ways.
Dakota's known Morgan since freshman year and has been burned by her more than he cares to count. After all, she is the reason he lost his licenses and is required to attend ADIS. Sick of watching her pine after his former best friend and using him, he resolves to stay far away from her and avoid her like the plague. But Dak is to Morgan like a moth is to a flame and cannot resist her. Their chemistry is too strong, and their desire for each other cannot be denied. If only she could see he is the guy who's crushed on her all along.
Oh.....and don't forget about Jordan! Dakota's girlfriend from back home. Out of sight, out of mind and all that.
I absolutely LOVED this book and highly recommend this author. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Dakota's known Morgan since freshman year and has been burned by her more than he cares to count. After all, she is the reason he lost his licenses and is required to attend ADIS. Sick of watching her pine after his former best friend and using him, he resolves to stay far away from her and avoid her like the plague. But Dak is to Morgan like a moth is to a flame and cannot resist her. Their chemistry is too strong, and their desire for each other cannot be denied. If only she could see he is the guy who's crushed on her all along.
Oh.....and don't forget about Jordan! Dakota's girlfriend from back home. Out of sight, out of mind and all that.
I absolutely LOVED this book and highly recommend this author. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
October 8, 2014
*I received a copy in exchange for an honest review*
Gina has done it again. She has written a novel that I enjoyed so much I finished it in a day.
It was originally hard for me to like Morgan. She was the perceived villain in Rushed, and played the part of royal bitch beautifully. Even in this story, you sort of want to shake her a bit to knock some sense into her. However, the more I read from her point of view, I started to feel a little sympathy and grew to like her.
I liked Dakota from Rushed and was extremely excited to have him feature in this story. I loved the interactions between him and Morgan, especially when they were "sobriety buddies". I was rooting for him to find happiness for two novels now :)
Crushed is definitely fun to read with some witty humor and believable characters (even if you would like to knock some sense into them)!
Gina has done it again. She has written a novel that I enjoyed so much I finished it in a day.
It was originally hard for me to like Morgan. She was the perceived villain in Rushed, and played the part of royal bitch beautifully. Even in this story, you sort of want to shake her a bit to knock some sense into her. However, the more I read from her point of view, I started to feel a little sympathy and grew to like her.
I liked Dakota from Rushed and was extremely excited to have him feature in this story. I loved the interactions between him and Morgan, especially when they were "sobriety buddies". I was rooting for him to find happiness for two novels now :)
Crushed is definitely fun to read with some witty humor and believable characters (even if you would like to knock some sense into them)!
October 15, 2014
I greatly enjoy Gina Robinson's writing style and I was extremely excited when she asked be to review her book. As always she's written incredibly interesting and relatable characters. I actually learned a little bit about frats and sororities that I had not known prior to reading this book. I loved how she had some crossover with the Reckless characters.
So I was totally into the book until like the last 20%, it felt a little anti-climatic. Like there was tons of build up with multiple characters warning Morgan that Dakota "isn't what he seems," and then nothing. I'm not sure what I was expecting but I most definitely didn't get it.
Anyways you can most definitely read this as a stand alone, like I did, and it makes sense and is a good read. If you got some spare time I suggest reading the the Reckless series and Rushed for a more full experience.
So I was totally into the book until like the last 20%, it felt a little anti-climatic. Like there was tons of build up with multiple characters warning Morgan that Dakota "isn't what he seems," and then nothing. I'm not sure what I was expecting but I most definitely didn't get it.
Anyways you can most definitely read this as a stand alone, like I did, and it makes sense and is a good read. If you got some spare time I suggest reading the the Reckless series and Rushed for a more full experience.
October 21, 2014
Once again, I found myself caught up in one of Ms. Robinson's addicting romances.
I found myself attracted to Dak in in the first book, Rushed. I knew I'd like him even more when I got to know him better in this book ;) Morgan??? Let's just say she grew on me. Lol! I actually liked that both she and Dak were the 'bad boy' so to speak (usually the guy gets that title, but Morgan had her own twist on, 'bad').
Allow though you can read this as a stand alone, I recommend starting with Rushed as it helps get a little back story on Morgan and Dak.
As much as I like their story (Morgan and Dak) the epilogue left me screaming for more!! I CAN"T WAIT for Ian and Seth to take center stage!
Thanks so much for allowing me to read and review, Crushed.
I found myself attracted to Dak in in the first book, Rushed. I knew I'd like him even more when I got to know him better in this book ;) Morgan??? Let's just say she grew on me. Lol! I actually liked that both she and Dak were the 'bad boy' so to speak (usually the guy gets that title, but Morgan had her own twist on, 'bad').
Allow though you can read this as a stand alone, I recommend starting with Rushed as it helps get a little back story on Morgan and Dak.
As much as I like their story (Morgan and Dak) the epilogue left me screaming for more!! I CAN"T WAIT for Ian and Seth to take center stage!
Thanks so much for allowing me to read and review, Crushed.
October 25, 2014
Overall I liked this book it just took me a while to get going and to get used to the whole delta Greek mythology which was used.Ok so the story of Morgan and Dakota Morgan at the beginning I literally couldn't stand her she was cold callous and honestly a bitch but once you strip back the layers and dig a little deeper you see the real Morgan,who like any girl is insecure and really just wants to be loved so her and Dakota are sworn enemies and come together during adis a few sessions mild flirting and we have frenemies Dakota has always loved Morgan but doesn't want to let go to be broken by her.This book was genius and I'm not gonna lie about 80% in I was an emotional wreck well done gina robinson
November 5, 2014
Review from Rising Indies United
This book can be read as a standalone, but I highly recommend that you read Rushed, book 1, before reading this. You will understand more about the characters. And see what happened before this story, with them, and everything they went through.
I really did not like Morgan at all in Rushed. Crushed showed a whole different side of her. She isn't the bitch she was in the first book, she was actually funny and nice. She is dealing with a lot. There was a part of the book, that I started to tear up because of what happened. (Not going to post what it is. I don't like posting spoilers)
Dakota, hmm, I did like him in the first book and after reading this one, I like him even more.
The stinger has me curious :)
This book can be read as a standalone, but I highly recommend that you read Rushed, book 1, before reading this. You will understand more about the characters. And see what happened before this story, with them, and everything they went through.
I really did not like Morgan at all in Rushed. Crushed showed a whole different side of her. She isn't the bitch she was in the first book, she was actually funny and nice. She is dealing with a lot. There was a part of the book, that I started to tear up because of what happened. (Not going to post what it is. I don't like posting spoilers)
Dakota, hmm, I did like him in the first book and after reading this one, I like him even more.
The stinger has me curious :)
October 28, 2014
Copy provided by author for honest review
Short quick read. This was a nice addition to the series.
Morgan wand Dakota get their story. In book one Morgan was the girl everyone hated. It is very hard to feel good about the mean girl. The author did a very good job in showing her good side. She was very likable and you pull for her and Dakota. the slow buildup to their romance was very appealing. They went from friends to lovers and everything in between. I have enjoyed this series so far and look forward to the next one.
Short quick read. This was a nice addition to the series.
Morgan wand Dakota get their story. In book one Morgan was the girl everyone hated. It is very hard to feel good about the mean girl. The author did a very good job in showing her good side. She was very likable and you pull for her and Dakota. the slow buildup to their romance was very appealing. They went from friends to lovers and everything in between. I have enjoyed this series so far and look forward to the next one.
October 21, 2014
5 wonderful stars!!!
This book was great! Better than the first! I devoured it in a day! Beautifully written! I felt like I was right there in the story with them! I've got a new book boyfriend! Love love love Dak!! Full review soon!
This book was great! Better than the first! I devoured it in a day! Beautifully written! I felt like I was right there in the story with them! I've got a new book boyfriend! Love love love Dak!! Full review soon!
January 5, 2015
a little disappointed
This book was not what I expected. I guess I'm to old to relate to the Greek life and the romance these to had. The story was well written. I personally enjoy books that I can relate to or have a connection with the characters.
This book was not what I expected. I guess I'm to old to relate to the Greek life and the romance these to had. The story was well written. I personally enjoy books that I can relate to or have a connection with the characters.
May 8, 2016
Somehow I didn't peg Dakota and Morgan to be the next couple. Who knew they had such a connection even before Alexis and Zach?
Well all I needed to read was the last few chapters of the story and that was it for me.
Well all I needed to read was the last few chapters of the story and that was it for me.
October 8, 2014
I loved the book. I loved the characters and that they grew up a lot from their mistakes. I learned a lot about Greek life as well. Sweet stinger at the end too!
July 16, 2015
I tried really hard to love these characters, but often times I felt they were shallow and selfish. Probably because of this, the book just drug on for me with no real excitement.
November 18, 2015
The first book was meh for me. This book - LOVED IT! I loved Morgan and Dakota's story. I was rooting for them the whole way through. It ended a bit abruptly but I can forgive that.
August 26, 2016
I love this series so much.. Such a great story.. I love Morgan and Dak.. So much!!! On to the 3rd book
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