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Kartais blogiausias sprendimas gali būti teisingiausias
Hilarė Rait visuomet traukė blogiukus. Palikta vaikino ir siekdama apginti savo gerą vardą, ji sutiko su nepadoriu pasiūlymu – apsimesti Trojaus Donovano palydove. Praeityje visiems gerai žinomas prastos reputacijos programišius dabar – geras berniukas… ir seksualus milijardierius. Trojaus reputacija kaip tik tokia, kokios Hilarė senokai nusprendė vengti savo gyvenime, bet jo paslaptingumas tik dar labiau vilioja. Su kiekvienu nuodėmingu bučiniu jos baimės ir pasipriešinimas tirpsta tarsi ledas saulėje. O būti tokiai pažeidžiamai galingos aistros akivaizdoje – bloga išeitis.
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First published August 1, 2012
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Catherine Mann
603 books1,249 followersUSA Today bestseller Catherine Mann has written women's fiction, romance, and romantic suspense for Lake Union, Harlequin, HQN, Berkley, Tule, and Sourcebooks, with titles released in more than 30 countries. Catherine’s novels have won numerous awards, including a RITA Award, the Romantic Times Magazine Reviewer’s Choice Award, and the Bookseller’s Best Award.
A South Carolinian at heart, after years of moving around the country Catherine has settled back in her home state with her Harley-riding husband. Empty nesters, they have a blended family of nine children, nine grandchildren, two dogs, and three feral cats, who all provide endless inspiration for new novels. For more information, visit: http://catherinemann.com
A South Carolinian at heart, after years of moving around the country Catherine has settled back in her home state with her Harley-riding husband. Empty nesters, they have a blended family of nine children, nine grandchildren, two dogs, and three feral cats, who all provide endless inspiration for new novels. For more information, visit: http://catherinemann.com
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August 15, 2012
Troy Donavan is not only sexy as sin but I loved his intelligence and fun personality. This genius is tech savvy and at fifteen hacked into the Department of Defense’s computer system, exposing corruption that the government was hiding. Going in, his intent had been to get his parents attention, but once he’d realized what he’d stumbled upon, he had to solve this little mystery. His powerfully rich dad bought him out of juvie in exchange for the remaining school years to be spent in a Military Prep School.
Hillary Wright is a hard worker and has escaped her life living on a farm with an alcoholic mother. For the past three years she’s worked hard in D.C. building her career as an event planner. With her past record of relationships, she believes herself to be a magnet for Mr. Wrong. And her last boyfriend the very worst of all! Due to this unfortunate choice, she now has to help the CIA in order to clear her name and prove her innocence. When she meets the irresistible Troy Donavan, she doesn’t have a chance. The chemistry is instantaneous and explosive! How can she resist this man’s charisma along with a body like a Greek god! But how can she trust her instincts when her past record proves she’s a “scumbag magnet?” She does fight the pull but when a situation beyond her control throws these two together, the pages sizzle and Hillary soon learns this one is the real-deal.
I completely enjoyed this book! It is heartwarming, funny, and oh-so-sexy! Troy Donavan is an alpha hero that is swoon worthy and Hillary is perfect for him. The hardest thing Hillary can give is her trust and when she opens those gates it was such a pleasure watching these two fall. Their continuing banter was such a pleasure! Loved that! Ms Mann has certainly given us a winner with this first installment along with characters that I adore! I’m looking forward to the next installment and keeping my fingers crossed that it will be Conrad Hughes and his estranged wife.
An Inconvenient Affair by Catherine Mann
Book #1 in The Alpha Brotherhood Series
Steam Factor: 4/5 - Hot
My Rating: 4/5 Stars
Release Date: 8/1/2012
Read: August 2012
My Sincerest Thanks to Netgalley and Harlequin for providing me with a copy of this eBook in exchange for an honest review.
Troy never had the kind of loving and nurturing relationship with his parents that most kids do. While serving his time he formed a special bond with two other young teens that has withstood the test of time. Now, seventeen years later we find these three more like brothers than mere friends. They’re the family that each never really had.These special men make up Catherine Mann’s new The Alpha Brotherhood Series. They’re brilliant, filthy rich, have a gifted talent and find themselves helping the government in special ways. I was immediately intrigued as alphas are my favorite heroes. The first installment is Troy’s story and he does not disappoint! Troy Donavan aka Robin Hood Hacker Hunk, is billionaire bad boy extraordinaire and he won my heart! Even though he has turned his life around and is now a very successful software entrepreneur, he still doesn’t play by all the rules. I was instantly drawn to his intelligence and keen sense of perception. He’s arrogant but in an adorable way and very protective of those he loves. He’s an engaging mix of humor and charm and I knew Hillary was going to have a hard time resisting his magnetism.
Hillary Wright is a hard worker and has escaped her life living on a farm with an alcoholic mother. For the past three years she’s worked hard in D.C. building her career as an event planner. With her past record of relationships, she believes herself to be a magnet for Mr. Wrong. And her last boyfriend the very worst of all! Due to this unfortunate choice, she now has to help the CIA in order to clear her name and prove her innocence. When she meets the irresistible Troy Donavan, she doesn’t have a chance. The chemistry is instantaneous and explosive! How can she resist this man’s charisma along with a body like a Greek god! But how can she trust her instincts when her past record proves she’s a “scumbag magnet?” She does fight the pull but when a situation beyond her control throws these two together, the pages sizzle and Hillary soon learns this one is the real-deal.
I completely enjoyed this book! It is heartwarming, funny, and oh-so-sexy! Troy Donavan is an alpha hero that is swoon worthy and Hillary is perfect for him. The hardest thing Hillary can give is her trust and when she opens those gates it was such a pleasure watching these two fall. Their continuing banter was such a pleasure! Loved that! Ms Mann has certainly given us a winner with this first installment along with characters that I adore! I’m looking forward to the next installment and keeping my fingers crossed that it will be Conrad Hughes and his estranged wife.
An Inconvenient Affair by Catherine Mann
Book #1 in The Alpha Brotherhood Series
Steam Factor: 4/5 - Hot
My Rating: 4/5 Stars
Release Date: 8/1/2012
Read: August 2012
My Sincerest Thanks to Netgalley and Harlequin for providing me with a copy of this eBook in exchange for an honest review.
September 13, 2021
After reading the All or Nothing, the 2nd book in the series The Alpha Brotherhood, I knew that I had to read the first book as soon as possible, and I did! I honestly enjoyed it. This book is engaging; it had a touch of humor that I found refreshing.
In this book, I’ve met Troy Donovan, a genius and at fifteen hacked into the Department of Defense’s computer system and stumbled with the government’s secret that led him to be sent into a Military School where he met Colonel Salvatore and the rest of the Alpha Brotherhood boys and formed an unbreakable bond.
Troy never had the loving and nurturing relationship with his parents that most kids do. While serving his time, he formed a special bond with two other young teens that have withstood the test of time. Now, seventeen years later, we find these three more like brothers than mere friends. They’re the family that each never really had.And just like Conrad, he was recruited to be a part of the super top-secret; you-can’t-tell-it-to-anyone kind of organization, the Interpol. From the start, I was intrigued and drawn to Troy’s character. I mean... I love a smart guy, and he is a genius! It’s such a turn-on to be with someone intelligent and clever – he’s both. Cocky and arrogant, yet caring and self-sacrificing. And not to mention gorgeous, hot, and sexy as sin! He is the perfect mix of badass and sweetness. I like this kind of alpha. I really do.
Hillary Wright is such a great heroine. But due to her unfortunate choice and trusting the wrong guy, by believing his do-gooder act of tricking rich associates into donating large sums of money to bogus charities, then funneling the money overseas into a Swiss bank account, she had to dig herself out from under the mess she’d made of her life. She has to help the CIA catch his good-for-nothing ex-boyfriend’s associate to clear her name and prove her innocence. And when she met Troy, sparks flew!
The chemistry between these two is white-hot, and the fast building sexual tension is completely addictive, as is the verbal banter between them. Once they both admit their feelings, the moment is adorable and sigh-worthy. It was lovely to see Troy and Hillary get their much-deserved HEA. And it also really helps that the secondary characters are also likable and fit well into the story as a whole.
Overall, An Inconvenient Affair was such a fantastic read! I loved that it was light and fun but had just enough heavy and angst to keep my heart racing and get worked up. It was super sexy and steamy and just an all-around great read. And I’m definitely looking forward to reading the rest of the books in the series.
May 1, 2018
It was an okay read. Kinda mob-ish in the subject matter. He is a secret agent trying to catch a money laundering guy, and also trying to find out if the guy's ex-girlfriend is a part of it. She is going to try to ID his partner and be done with the whole situation. It is a bit cliche, and after knowing each other all of one day, they are in love and it is such a deep love. I'm all for love at first site, and a match made in heaven, but it was a little bit over the top for me with the whirlwind traveling to keep her safe until they can nab the accomplice.
July 15, 2012
I liked it enough to want to read Conrad and his estranged wife's story which I am hoping is next and the other member of the brotherhood Malcolm.
July 20, 2012
Wow. Catherine Mann can sure write some hot alpha men. Hillary has a habit of being attracted to bad boys. The latest one was caught stealing and money-laundering, and she was suspected of being in on it. To clear her name, she has been paired with Troy to identify one of the other participants. Troy also fits that description. He was caught hacking into DOD computers at the age of fifteen and sent to a military reform school (where he met other similar guys, as we'll see later). Now he assists the government when his abilities and lifestyle are needed. When Troy and Hillary meet, they are immediately attracted to each other, but she doesn't trust him. When the man is identified, Troy whisks her away to keep her safe until he is caught. I loved the Costa Rica location - so beautiful! During that week away, she begins to see the man under the persona that the public is allowed to see. Troy is incredibly intelligent, but had a neglected childhood and got into trouble for the attention. He was also very much a loner until he made friends at school, and is still a very private person. I loved seeing him open up to Hillary, even as he tried not to. He just couldn't help it as she reached something in him he didn't know he needed. I also loved the way that he did unexpected things for her, and listened to what she said and wanted. When he abuses her trust, she leaves, but soon realizes that it may not have been all his fault. I loved the way they got back together at the end, and look forward to their appearances in future books. I also enjoyed the mentions of the Landis/Renshaw families. I can't wait for the next book!
June 10, 2019
Protagonistas: Troy & Hillary
Profesiones: Organizadora de Eventos & Empresario
Pais: Monaco, Costa Rica & USA
Profesiones: Organizadora de Eventos & Empresario
Pais: Monaco, Costa Rica & USA
July 21, 2012
An Inconvenient Affair is the first book in a new series, The Alpha Brotherhood. This series focuses on a group of brilliant and successful men who bonded as teens at a military reform school in North Carolina. Still trying to make amends for their past mistakes, they now use their rare talents and social connections as freelance agents for Interpol under the leadership of Col. John Salvatore, their former military school commandant.
At age 15, bored and ignored by his wealthy parents, Troy Donovan hacked into the Department of Defense computer system. He exposed government corruption, earned the title “The Robin Hood Hacker” — and got arrested.
Hillary Wright was raised on a small dairy farm with an abusive, alcoholic mother and an enabling father. She keeps dating the wrong guys and believes Troy is yet another one of them. Her last boyfriend was a con artist and an international money launderer. The authorities coerce her into identifying her boyfriend’s associates — Col. Salvatore is her contact.
An Inconvenient Affair is a quick, fun, read with interesting situations and international locales. The dialogue and chemistry between the characters is clean and sharp, and keeps the story moving along. Troy, the male lead comes across very sexy and Hillary seems real. They both enter their relationship with some emotional baggage, and although we’ve seen it before (many times), the resolution of their relationship issues wasn’t overdone, nor did it seem two-dimensional.
I had a few problems with the story. First, I didn’t understand why the child of a violent alcoholic would choose to be an event planner — a job where alcohol is a constant and knowledge of alcohol is a requirement. Second, because of the Interpol angle I expected there to be more agent/spy “action” in the story. Although there were a number of references to Hillary being in danger, nothing came of it. That surprised me. That may happen in real life, but not usually in books.
That being said, I did truly enjoy An Inconvenient Affair, and I am looking forward to the rest of the series. Hopefully those books feature Troy’s friends Mr. Wall Street and Mozart, both intriguing characters.
Fun and enjoyable.
At age 15, bored and ignored by his wealthy parents, Troy Donovan hacked into the Department of Defense computer system. He exposed government corruption, earned the title “The Robin Hood Hacker” — and got arrested.
Hillary Wright was raised on a small dairy farm with an abusive, alcoholic mother and an enabling father. She keeps dating the wrong guys and believes Troy is yet another one of them. Her last boyfriend was a con artist and an international money launderer. The authorities coerce her into identifying her boyfriend’s associates — Col. Salvatore is her contact.
An Inconvenient Affair is a quick, fun, read with interesting situations and international locales. The dialogue and chemistry between the characters is clean and sharp, and keeps the story moving along. Troy, the male lead comes across very sexy and Hillary seems real. They both enter their relationship with some emotional baggage, and although we’ve seen it before (many times), the resolution of their relationship issues wasn’t overdone, nor did it seem two-dimensional.
I had a few problems with the story. First, I didn’t understand why the child of a violent alcoholic would choose to be an event planner — a job where alcohol is a constant and knowledge of alcohol is a requirement. Second, because of the Interpol angle I expected there to be more agent/spy “action” in the story. Although there were a number of references to Hillary being in danger, nothing came of it. That surprised me. That may happen in real life, but not usually in books.
That being said, I did truly enjoy An Inconvenient Affair, and I am looking forward to the rest of the series. Hopefully those books feature Troy’s friends Mr. Wall Street and Mozart, both intriguing characters.
Fun and enjoyable.
July 29, 2012
An Inconvenient Affair ny Catherine Mann
3 STARS love the story line. the characters are charming. This is a harlequin desire so thier are a lot of hot stuff in this book. Hillary Wright is on a airplane heading for Chichago where she will be working on identifing her ex-boyfriend's partner is stealing money from a charity to help with scholarships. She will be working with CIA and Interpol agents. This way she can prove her inocence. Troy Donavan at age 15 broke into the Pentagon computer and shown a lot of corruption going on. Because of his age he was sent to a milatary boarding school. When he turned 21 was approached to working with Interpol by he his boarding school general. He also created computer games and software to become a billionare. He was supposed to meet Hillary at the fundraser tonight to work with, but he wanted to meet her early so he got the seat next to her on the plane. He knew she was pretty but not that hot. They flirted the whole way but Hillary told him she was not going to date him. Before they could depart the plane Troy name was called out and he was handcuffed and taken off the plane. Which was a stunt for the charity and good cover for him. He played rich playboy to the press and did assignments about once a year. Did more work on computer for them more often. Hillary could not believe the guy she was flirting with was Troy Donavan the rich playboy who had got into trouble all those years ago. At the Black tie event the last item up for bid was Troy. He was now on stage in tux still handcuffed up for auction was this weekend as his date. He went for almost 100,000. The winner was his assistant and he told the audience that he was known for not following the rules and said this way he got to pick the date of his choice for the weekend and in the spotlight went up to Hillary and picked her. They both have issue with thier parents, and still have a lot of issues to workout. I was given this ebook to read in exchange of honest review from Netgalley. 08/01/2012 PUB. Harlequin Harlequin Desire
3 STARS love the story line. the characters are charming. This is a harlequin desire so thier are a lot of hot stuff in this book. Hillary Wright is on a airplane heading for Chichago where she will be working on identifing her ex-boyfriend's partner is stealing money from a charity to help with scholarships. She will be working with CIA and Interpol agents. This way she can prove her inocence. Troy Donavan at age 15 broke into the Pentagon computer and shown a lot of corruption going on. Because of his age he was sent to a milatary boarding school. When he turned 21 was approached to working with Interpol by he his boarding school general. He also created computer games and software to become a billionare. He was supposed to meet Hillary at the fundraser tonight to work with, but he wanted to meet her early so he got the seat next to her on the plane. He knew she was pretty but not that hot. They flirted the whole way but Hillary told him she was not going to date him. Before they could depart the plane Troy name was called out and he was handcuffed and taken off the plane. Which was a stunt for the charity and good cover for him. He played rich playboy to the press and did assignments about once a year. Did more work on computer for them more often. Hillary could not believe the guy she was flirting with was Troy Donavan the rich playboy who had got into trouble all those years ago. At the Black tie event the last item up for bid was Troy. He was now on stage in tux still handcuffed up for auction was this weekend as his date. He went for almost 100,000. The winner was his assistant and he told the audience that he was known for not following the rules and said this way he got to pick the date of his choice for the weekend and in the spotlight went up to Hillary and picked her. They both have issue with thier parents, and still have a lot of issues to workout. I was given this ebook to read in exchange of honest review from Netgalley. 08/01/2012 PUB. Harlequin Harlequin Desire
July 9, 2012
Catherine Mann has a great new series. The Alpha Brotherhood series begins with "An Inconvenient Affair", Troy. A billionaire computer guru, was sent to military school at 15, because he hacked the Department of Defense computers, exposing corruption. He grows up to run a major computer company and helps out the CIA and Interpol on occasion.
Hillary grew up in small town America, the daughter of an alcoholic mom, where appearances were everything. Hillary left her hometown to make it big in the Washington DC charity events planning world. Things go to hell in a hand basket when her boyfriend turns out to be embezzling and money laundering through charities that she planned events for. He's arrested, but not talking, but she knows who is secret partner is.
That's what leads her to meet her billionaire soulmate. Courtesy of the CIA and Interpol. She's flying to Chicago to try to identify the partner at a weekend charity gala. Troy is flying there as well, for the same reason. He knows who she is, she doesn't know who he is. Thus the action begins...They are on an exciting adventure traveling the world and falling in love. They spend much of the book in his exotic Costa Rican hideaway keeping each other safe from revenge. It's a sexy, hot fantasyland!
You can never go wrong with a Catherine Mann novel. My only problem was my own. I've been reading only ebooks for two years and this was in paperback. So strange! Anyway, Read and enjoy!
Hillary grew up in small town America, the daughter of an alcoholic mom, where appearances were everything. Hillary left her hometown to make it big in the Washington DC charity events planning world. Things go to hell in a hand basket when her boyfriend turns out to be embezzling and money laundering through charities that she planned events for. He's arrested, but not talking, but she knows who is secret partner is.
That's what leads her to meet her billionaire soulmate. Courtesy of the CIA and Interpol. She's flying to Chicago to try to identify the partner at a weekend charity gala. Troy is flying there as well, for the same reason. He knows who she is, she doesn't know who he is. Thus the action begins...They are on an exciting adventure traveling the world and falling in love. They spend much of the book in his exotic Costa Rican hideaway keeping each other safe from revenge. It's a sexy, hot fantasyland!
You can never go wrong with a Catherine Mann novel. My only problem was my own. I've been reading only ebooks for two years and this was in paperback. So strange! Anyway, Read and enjoy!
August 12, 2012
I am a HUGE fan of Catherine Mann. She writes some of the best heroes that I have read(especially her military heroes)and Troy is definitely one of her best.
An Inconvenient Affair is such a great story. It is a heartwarming, fun, sexy read with interesting and lovable characters. Troy *sigh* ~ he is such a great character (nothing better then a smart, charming, slightly broken, badboy)and I fell in love with him right from the start. I love him and Hillary together ~ she was perfect for him. Oh, there were some great sex scenes too!! ;) I am hoping to see their characters throughout the series.
Just a great quick read that entertained me till the end and I can't wait for the next book in the series!! Definitely a keeper!!
Reading An Inconvenient Affair was a great way to spend the afternoon! Thanks Catherine!! 5 out of 5 rating.
***Copy obtained per Catherine Mann ~ Thank you!! :)
An Inconvenient Affair is such a great story. It is a heartwarming, fun, sexy read with interesting and lovable characters. Troy *sigh* ~ he is such a great character (nothing better then a smart, charming, slightly broken, badboy)and I fell in love with him right from the start. I love him and Hillary together ~ she was perfect for him. Oh, there were some great sex scenes too!! ;) I am hoping to see their characters throughout the series.
Just a great quick read that entertained me till the end and I can't wait for the next book in the series!! Definitely a keeper!!
Reading An Inconvenient Affair was a great way to spend the afternoon! Thanks Catherine!! 5 out of 5 rating.
***Copy obtained per Catherine Mann ~ Thank you!! :)
July 11, 2012
"Catherine Manns "An Inconvenient affair" - they say good things come in small packages. I think this saying applies to this wee gem! I normally read at a very fast rate but have paced myself over three days with this book. I wanted to savour every word and take a serious view of my very first ARC and review. The characters are charming & funny. The story is sexy and it keeps you entertained and interested. I am now looking forward to reading the next book in the Alpha Brotherhood series. I suppose I could write how descriptive and great Catherine Mann is, how her writing is imaginative and I tend to think she uses the perfect adjectives / nouns ..but I think the majority of us know this already. To me this is another in a long line of good books, and more yet to come.
I may be biased but if it aint broke..don't try to fix it. I really ejoyed the book and it's 5* from me.
If I had been unhappy / unresponsive to the book I would have told you so!!!
I may be biased but if it aint broke..don't try to fix it. I really ejoyed the book and it's 5* from me.
If I had been unhappy / unresponsive to the book I would have told you so!!!
August 29, 2012
The story tell the story of Hillary and Troy who was being deployed to identified the accomplice of a money laundering syndicate member whom Hillary's boyfriend was a member. This assignment is a way for Hillary to prove herself innocent. Troy on the other hand, was assigned to provide protection to Hillary without letting her know. And when the accomplice managed to slip from the authorities' radar, Troy have forced Hillary to stay in his company to safeguard her safety.
Overall, the relationship between Hillary and Troy has started at the wrong side. Trust seems to be an issue for Hillary especially given her past record of exes. She is determine that she would not make the same mistake as before yet she couldnt stop herself from falling hard in love with Troy. It was an interesting read with simple story plot.
Overall, the relationship between Hillary and Troy has started at the wrong side. Trust seems to be an issue for Hillary especially given her past record of exes. She is determine that she would not make the same mistake as before yet she couldnt stop herself from falling hard in love with Troy. It was an interesting read with simple story plot.
July 13, 2012
An Inconvenient Affair is about Troy, a bad boy turned good guy and Hillary, a woman who has been hurt by past relationships and has trouble trusting.
Despite Troy's issues of growing up with no one who cared enough to put him first and Hillary's issues with her alcoholic mother and then a series of boyfriend disasters, they take a chance and explore the chemistry brewing between them.
From Chicago to Washington, D.C. and several places in between An Inconvient Affair will keep you hooked from the first meeting to the last kiss. I give it an A+ and will definately add it to my keeper shelf and I look forward to reading the next book in The Alpha Brotherhood series.
Despite Troy's issues of growing up with no one who cared enough to put him first and Hillary's issues with her alcoholic mother and then a series of boyfriend disasters, they take a chance and explore the chemistry brewing between them.
From Chicago to Washington, D.C. and several places in between An Inconvient Affair will keep you hooked from the first meeting to the last kiss. I give it an A+ and will definately add it to my keeper shelf and I look forward to reading the next book in The Alpha Brotherhood series.
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July 15, 2012
Big thanks to the amazing Catherine Mann for sending me an ARC of this awesome book ;) I loved this hot little treasure... Troy is absolutely amazing in every way possible. I have to say the name of the series is what grabbed my attention... The Alpha Brotherhood - ummm, sign me up!!! But the story itself was easy to follow, fun to read, and hot as can be!
I look forward to reading more from The Alpha Brotherhood series ;)
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July 14, 2012
Wow - I received a signed copy from the author after emailing her I'd be willing to read it and write a review. Now I can't wait for the other books in the Alpha Brotherhood series.
Quick read so much so that I didn't want to put it down. Great storyline, romance, love, intrigue, great locales for the setting and the requisite happily ever after that I wanted to read more about. The descriptions were so vivid you felt like you were there.
I look forward to reading other books by Mann as well.
Quick read so much so that I didn't want to put it down. Great storyline, romance, love, intrigue, great locales for the setting and the requisite happily ever after that I wanted to read more about. The descriptions were so vivid you felt like you were there.
I look forward to reading other books by Mann as well.
October 3, 2012
I love Catherine Mann's books and this one did not disappoint. Amazing chemistry between the H/h. Looking forward to the next book in this series.
March 9, 2019
An Inconvenient Affair
This is the first book in this series. Troy better know as the Robin Hood Hacker has been working with Interpol since he was twenty-one. He fights the wrongs of people from the bad side of life. Here he is paired with Hilary. She has a bad habit of trusting the wrong men. Her latest siphoned money to off shore accounts. She is trying to right that wrong. Will he be able to keep her safe? What about the sparks they both feel? And if so Will it last?
This is the first book in this series. Troy better know as the Robin Hood Hacker has been working with Interpol since he was twenty-one. He fights the wrongs of people from the bad side of life. Here he is paired with Hilary. She has a bad habit of trusting the wrong men. Her latest siphoned money to off shore accounts. She is trying to right that wrong. Will he be able to keep her safe? What about the sparks they both feel? And if so Will it last?
did-not-finish
June 8, 2022DNF at 45%. This should be a romantic suspense, but I get no sense of the real mystery or danger here. It pretty much feels like a guy who is horny hitting on a woman that doesn’t want to be his fling. Plus, the audiobook is driving me crazy. There are all these weird long pauses that really jolt me out of the story.
August 23, 2012
At the age of fifteen, Troy Donavan hacked into the DoD's computer system and uncovered government bribery and corruption. With that one act, he became instantly famous and was dubbed the “Robin Hood Hacker”. He was spared from having to serve jail time because his influential father managed to get him placed in a military boarding school to serve out his time. Seventeen years later, Troy owns a software company and runs a legitimate business. However, his many connections and his skills are often called upon by his former mentor, Colonel Salvatore. It is one such called in favor that has him on a flight heading for Chicago and a weekend gala of the rich and famous.
Hillary Wright is on a flight to Chicago, dreading the upcoming weekend gala she is being forced to attend in order to clear her name and get a keep out of jail card. Barry Curtis, Hillary's ex, has been accused of international money laundering; fleecing the scholarship donations of her contacts and clients from her job as a high society event planner. The authorities are not convinced of her innocence about his illegal activities and offer her a way out: attend the gala and identify her ex's elusive business partner. Chastising herself for having fallen for yet another jerk, she swears off men and dating in general. That is until a charming and handsome stranger takes the seat next to her on the plane.
Their chemistry sizzles from the moment they lay eyes on one another. Troy's charm and sense of humor make it very hard for Hillary to dismiss him. Even I liked him a lot. He's a nerd, but a successful nerd. He's somewhat socially inept, due to his upbringing. First his parents who were more concerned with their image and careers to pay any attention to him. Then his time spent in the military boarding school where he formed a sort of second family with some of the other boys. That friendship carried over into adulthood – calling themselves the Alpha Brotherhood. Hillary is the first woman to truly capture and hold his attention. From the very beginning he knows that he wants more with her than just a fling. But first he'll have to get over her trust issues. Not an easy task when he has secrets he can't tell. To keep her safe from retribution for identifying her ex's partner, he whisks her off to his secluded home in Costa Rica. It is there that she gets a real glimpse at the real Troy, and not the image he projects to the public.
I can't say that I liked Hillary. I understood her reluctance to open herself up to another man, especially one of Troy's background, but I felt that her back and forth dragged out too long – pretty much from beginning until the very end. It often seemed like she was fishing for compliments. Troy would say things that would set her heart a flutter, and immediately afterward she would tell herself that he doesn't really mean anything he says. She fails to be honest with herself, even 80% in to the story, and Troy is too afraid to push too hard, too fast. Then were things that bothered me a little. During a slightly kinky scene, Troy thinks to himself: “he hoped he could cement their bond before they left”. That was one point when his lack of relationship experience shone through. Sex does not a relationship make. I was not pleased either with Hillary's reaction to Troy's confession, that he'd kept the truth about them being in the clear for one whole day.
“Why? Why wouldn't you tell me?” Pain laced her every word. “Why would you let me worry and wonder? It's almost like you kidnapped me, handcuffing me here with a lie.” Was Troy wrong to prolong their bubble by a day? Perhaps so, but she wasn't exactly unwilling. In fact, she was along for the ride that lasted for days. Worrying was the furthest thing from her mind. The ending was predictable, and you could tell the exact moment when she'd finally pick up her heels and run. I had hoped that she would have her epiphany on her own, without her sister's help. Hillary redeemed herself in the end, but for me, it was a little too late. I'm definitely going to read the rest in this series, but I hope the next heroine will be a little less over dramatic. I'm giving this 3.5 stars.
Favorite moments:
“Are you seriously hitting on me?”
“Yes.” And for once he wasn't holding anything back.
“You must be really hard up.”
“Or just h–“
“Don't even say it.”
He passed her one of the condoms, and she sheathed him with torturously slow precision that threatened to send him over the edge, here and now, with the monkeys laughing at his lack of restraint.
That made me think of those annoying monkeys from Angry Birds.
She closed her fist around something square and pulled out...Classic!
“A cowbell?” Laughing, she rolled to her back, clanging the copper bell.
“Everything's better with a little cowbell.”
Thank you Harlequin (Imprint: Harlequin Desire) and NetGalley for the ARC.
Disclaimer: A review in exchange for the ARC was not promised. The views and opinions expressed in this review are my own, and in no way represent the views or opinions of the publisher/distributor.
July 15, 2024
Pek sevemedim ne yazık ki
Herhalde ilk roman daha iyi olduğu için olabilir
Aslında casusluk, aksiyon içerisinde romance güzel bir fikir ama bir şey var... Eksik olan ama ne?
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Allah'tan kısaydı
Yazara devam etmeyeceğim
Herhalde ilk roman daha iyi olduğu için olabilir
Aslında casusluk, aksiyon içerisinde romance güzel bir fikir ama bir şey var... Eksik olan ama ne?
Yine de yarım bırakmamak adına okuduğum kitaplardan oldu
Allah'tan kısaydı
Yazara devam etmeyeceğim
August 23, 2018
Not for me: nothing happens
June 7, 2013
Pleasant Enough, I Suppose
There's having bad taste in men, and then there's Hillary Wright, whose ex-boyfriend is being indicted for fraud and embezzlement. To make matters worse, the federal government suspects she was complicit in his crimes. In an effort to clear her name, she's flying to Chicago to help the CIA identify her ex's shady partners. Then she's going to try to put the whole sordid mess - and relationship - behind her.
The charming, good-looking man seated beside her on the flight to Chicago may be just what she needs to start the process.
Former hacker and computer wunderkind Troy Donavan is scoping out Hillary for his boss, but nothing about the pretty, funny woman says she knew anything about her boyfriend's illegal activities. He's been called to serve in his role as freelance Interpol agent to make sure his instincts are correct, and if necessary, protect her from the people who may not be too happy with her if she fingers them for criminals.
It's a tough job, spending time with a gorgeous, witty, enchanting woman who stirs his blood, but somebody's got to do it.
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I'm a fan of Catherine Mann and have enjoyed several of her books, but this debut of her new series was just okay for me. Maybe part of the responsibility for my lack of enthusiasm lies with the Harlequin Desire line. I don't read a lot of them because they tend not to have the sort of depth and complexity I prefer in my books. They're shorter length novels and while they definitely bring the heat, they don't usually bring much else.
That was pretty much the case for me here. I liked the premise of the group of independent Interpol agents and the backstory that connects them. I liked the main characters well enough, too, though again, not a whole lot of depth or complexity went into either one of them. There were some elements of the plot that were fairly far-fetched, and the romance arc had moments that struck me as being overly and unnecessarily dramatic, but overall, there were few truly eye-rolling moments at any point of the story.
There were just as few moments that really impressed or wowed me.
The book is fairly simple, straightforward brain candy, light on substance but with a bit of a sexy bite. There's no doubt Mann is an accomplished author who can write layered characters and well-rounded plots. I just don't think this particular venue is the place for that to happen. It wasn't a bad read at all, and I certainly didn't dislike it, but it never really went beyond being just an okay read for me. In the future I think I'll get my Mann fixes elsewhere.
Disclosure: An ARC of this book was provided to me by Harlequin Blaze publisher Harlequin via NetGalley. This rating, review, and all included thoughts and comments are my own.
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Reviewed for One Good Book Deserves Another.
There's having bad taste in men, and then there's Hillary Wright, whose ex-boyfriend is being indicted for fraud and embezzlement. To make matters worse, the federal government suspects she was complicit in his crimes. In an effort to clear her name, she's flying to Chicago to help the CIA identify her ex's shady partners. Then she's going to try to put the whole sordid mess - and relationship - behind her.
The charming, good-looking man seated beside her on the flight to Chicago may be just what she needs to start the process.
Former hacker and computer wunderkind Troy Donavan is scoping out Hillary for his boss, but nothing about the pretty, funny woman says she knew anything about her boyfriend's illegal activities. He's been called to serve in his role as freelance Interpol agent to make sure his instincts are correct, and if necessary, protect her from the people who may not be too happy with her if she fingers them for criminals.
It's a tough job, spending time with a gorgeous, witty, enchanting woman who stirs his blood, but somebody's got to do it.
~*~
I'm a fan of Catherine Mann and have enjoyed several of her books, but this debut of her new series was just okay for me. Maybe part of the responsibility for my lack of enthusiasm lies with the Harlequin Desire line. I don't read a lot of them because they tend not to have the sort of depth and complexity I prefer in my books. They're shorter length novels and while they definitely bring the heat, they don't usually bring much else.
That was pretty much the case for me here. I liked the premise of the group of independent Interpol agents and the backstory that connects them. I liked the main characters well enough, too, though again, not a whole lot of depth or complexity went into either one of them. There were some elements of the plot that were fairly far-fetched, and the romance arc had moments that struck me as being overly and unnecessarily dramatic, but overall, there were few truly eye-rolling moments at any point of the story.
There were just as few moments that really impressed or wowed me.
The book is fairly simple, straightforward brain candy, light on substance but with a bit of a sexy bite. There's no doubt Mann is an accomplished author who can write layered characters and well-rounded plots. I just don't think this particular venue is the place for that to happen. It wasn't a bad read at all, and I certainly didn't dislike it, but it never really went beyond being just an okay read for me. In the future I think I'll get my Mann fixes elsewhere.
Disclosure: An ARC of this book was provided to me by Harlequin Blaze publisher Harlequin via NetGalley. This rating, review, and all included thoughts and comments are my own.
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Reviewed for One Good Book Deserves Another.
October 8, 2013
Review copy courtesy of the publisher via NetGalley
For me, this book was kind of "meh". It certainly wasn't bad, far from it. But it also wasn't so great that it stood out from any other books I've read.
Hillary is the female lead in the book. She was sweet but I didn't really connect with her and I didn't really think she was all that interesting. She was dating a guy who turned out to be a bit of a criminal and he's kind of one in a series of men that are essentially, Mr. Wrong. I've read a few books with female leads like Hillary - they've gotten burned by a man or by a few men and have decided to swear off dating for a while. I totally get this reaction and don't think anything less of any character who feels this way. But for someone who is choosing to not trust people any more, she sure falls for the hero pretty easily. As they're chatting on a plane ride when she's on her way to ID one of her ex-boyfriend's associates, she finds herself attracted to this man and having a good time speaking with him. From then on, it felt like being in stop-and-go traffic because she'd be attracted to him and want to kiss him and to be with him but then she would put the brakes on and go back to wanting to not trust anyone, him in particular. It sort of got old and a little bit tiring after a while.
Troy was a little more interesting. When he was young, he was placed in a military boarding school after he was caught hacking into DOD files and sending those files to the press. He's made himself into an upstanding citizen, and a filthy rich one to boot! He still feels guilt over what he did as a teenager, so when he's called upon, he provides his computer skills to the government. He essentially has no peers when it comes to computer and hacking skills, that's how awesome he is. Troy meets Hillary on the plane en route to his next case, which he happens to be working with Hillary. She just doesn't know it yet! I liked Troy. I thought he was quirky and cool. He has a unique dressing style, with his little signature fedoras, which I thought was kind of neat but kind of adorable. I could tell that Troy had this gooey, nerdy center underneath all of his hot, sexy, rich man exterior. It definitely sounded like he has a really great history and had lots of adventures while helping out the government. I wish we could have had more time with him and heard more stories from his past!
Troy and Hillary are pretty hot together. Their Sexy Time is pretty intense! I don't know if they're well matched but they sure are sexually compatible!
I don't know if I would recommend this book or not. I didn't enjoy it but I fully admit that maybe this is just not my kind of book. I can't really explain WHY I didn't connect with Hillary or why I wasn't interested in Hillary and Troy's relationship. I just know that I was a little bored at times while reading this and was happy to finish it up.
For me, this book was kind of "meh". It certainly wasn't bad, far from it. But it also wasn't so great that it stood out from any other books I've read.
Hillary is the female lead in the book. She was sweet but I didn't really connect with her and I didn't really think she was all that interesting. She was dating a guy who turned out to be a bit of a criminal and he's kind of one in a series of men that are essentially, Mr. Wrong. I've read a few books with female leads like Hillary - they've gotten burned by a man or by a few men and have decided to swear off dating for a while. I totally get this reaction and don't think anything less of any character who feels this way. But for someone who is choosing to not trust people any more, she sure falls for the hero pretty easily. As they're chatting on a plane ride when she's on her way to ID one of her ex-boyfriend's associates, she finds herself attracted to this man and having a good time speaking with him. From then on, it felt like being in stop-and-go traffic because she'd be attracted to him and want to kiss him and to be with him but then she would put the brakes on and go back to wanting to not trust anyone, him in particular. It sort of got old and a little bit tiring after a while.
Troy was a little more interesting. When he was young, he was placed in a military boarding school after he was caught hacking into DOD files and sending those files to the press. He's made himself into an upstanding citizen, and a filthy rich one to boot! He still feels guilt over what he did as a teenager, so when he's called upon, he provides his computer skills to the government. He essentially has no peers when it comes to computer and hacking skills, that's how awesome he is. Troy meets Hillary on the plane en route to his next case, which he happens to be working with Hillary. She just doesn't know it yet! I liked Troy. I thought he was quirky and cool. He has a unique dressing style, with his little signature fedoras, which I thought was kind of neat but kind of adorable. I could tell that Troy had this gooey, nerdy center underneath all of his hot, sexy, rich man exterior. It definitely sounded like he has a really great history and had lots of adventures while helping out the government. I wish we could have had more time with him and heard more stories from his past!
Troy and Hillary are pretty hot together. Their Sexy Time is pretty intense! I don't know if they're well matched but they sure are sexually compatible!
I don't know if I would recommend this book or not. I didn't enjoy it but I fully admit that maybe this is just not my kind of book. I can't really explain WHY I didn't connect with Hillary or why I wasn't interested in Hillary and Troy's relationship. I just know that I was a little bored at times while reading this and was happy to finish it up.
August 11, 2012
I just recently started reading Catherine Mann and i have discovered whether she writes a full size book or one of these smaller Harlequin books with around 200 pages she knows how to pack them with exceptional writing and plenty of action. Poor Hilary always seems to have the worst taste in men and her latest boy friend has gotten her in trouble with the law. Now she's trying to help out the government to put him behind bars and clear any suspicion that she was helping him. This puts her in contact with Troy who has a bit of a sketchy past of his own he can't live down. Busted at 15 for hacking into files to expose some corrupt men got him sent off to military reform school. It ended up helping him find some really great stand up friends and a purpose for his life. A family since his own didn't seem to care enough about him. Troy falls for Hilary pretty quick but he has trust issues and social issues from his childhood that cause him problems when dealing with her. Hiliary has some trust issues herself as her mom was and is a alcoholic and her dad was her enabler until he passed away. Her one bright spot was her sister. They've tried to be there for each other over the years. After a several great days together and building a little trust between them while waiting for the bad guy to get caught it all falls apart with one lie. I loved Troy. You feel for him and Hilary with their trouble childhoods and their parents failings of them. Catherine Mann paints a clear picture of their pasts and makes you roots for them. Really enjoyed this past paced book. You feel like your getting more than 200 pages the story is so rich in detail. You also get introduced to Troys fellow reform school friends and hopefully we get their stories in the near future. Can't think of anything i didn't like about this book. 5 out of 5 Modokker Book Pick stars for An Inconvenient Affair by Catherine Mann.
July 24, 2012
With sketchy pasts both of Catherine Mann’s characters fall into a love that will consume their hearts. Troy Donavan is the ultimate playboy, he knows how to play his cards right, and he lives a life of parties and girls. Well at least that’s how the media see’s him. The truth is he is a man trying to repay his debts and make a difference in the world. Troy and Hillary Wright are brought together to help catch the second man in a scheme to steal money from some of the richest socialites. The problem is the leader of the bad guys team used to be Hillary’s boyfriend, and she can’t see past the way the media paints troy as a bad boy.
I found this novel to be one of sweet and steamy romance. This is a romance that quickly blooms into a free fall of the heart and true love. Hillary and Troy seem completely wrong for each other but the spark between them ignites a story of intrigue and emotional awareness that I couldn’t help but fall in love with. This being the Debut novel in Catherine Mann’s latest series to arrive in August I couldn’t help but set aside previous projects and read it!
Catherine Mann’s books have always had an amazing reputation and a great following; “An Inconvenient Affair” made me an instant fan of her writing style and characters. This book was collage of sweet romance, well developed characters and storyline, and a tropical beach read. I found myself telling the characters how can you NOT see that he/she loves you, and you are meant to be together?!?!
If there is one novel that you will read before the end of summer it has to be Catherine Mann’s “An Inconvenient Affair”! It for one is an amazing debut novel and two it is the start to a new and wonderful world where only the Alpha Brotherhood can ignite passion, love, and inspiration in the characters and the readers alike.
I found this novel to be one of sweet and steamy romance. This is a romance that quickly blooms into a free fall of the heart and true love. Hillary and Troy seem completely wrong for each other but the spark between them ignites a story of intrigue and emotional awareness that I couldn’t help but fall in love with. This being the Debut novel in Catherine Mann’s latest series to arrive in August I couldn’t help but set aside previous projects and read it!
Catherine Mann’s books have always had an amazing reputation and a great following; “An Inconvenient Affair” made me an instant fan of her writing style and characters. This book was collage of sweet romance, well developed characters and storyline, and a tropical beach read. I found myself telling the characters how can you NOT see that he/she loves you, and you are meant to be together?!?!
If there is one novel that you will read before the end of summer it has to be Catherine Mann’s “An Inconvenient Affair”! It for one is an amazing debut novel and two it is the start to a new and wonderful world where only the Alpha Brotherhood can ignite passion, love, and inspiration in the characters and the readers alike.
July 16, 2012
Hillary Wright is in a bit of trouble. Her knack for perpetually getting involved with the wrong man has landed her in a situation that takes her from her home and job in Washington D.C. to a flight headed for Chicago where she is to identify associates of her criminal ex-boyfriend who are involved in a money laundering scheme.
On the flight she meets a very attractive, too good to be true Troy. Knowing her luck for meeting the wrong man, Hillary fights her instant attraction to Troy and possibly with god reason. Meet Troy Donovan, rich, handsome and devious. When Hillary finds out Troy is none other than the infamous "Robin Hood Hacker" she figures she needs to stay far away from Troy. That isn't in the cards though.
Troy Donovan is working with the people that have brought Hillary to Chicago, and feels obliged to protect her until the criminals are caught, so he comes up with an elaborate plan to win her for a date weekend.
Exasperated but interested nonetheless, Hillary goes along with Troy's plan and in the process the pair become deeply involved although Hillary keeps the trust issue as the barrier between her and Mr. Donovan.
During this introductory tale we meet several members of the Alpha Brotherhood and find out where it all began and why. I very much enjoyed this Catherine Mann book. Believe it or not, An Inconvenient Affair is my first Harlequin Desire book. This story had enough intrigue and romance to keep me very interested. Catherine Mann is a great writer. I enjoy her work and I suspect the Alpha Brotherhood series will be a popular one. I mean who doesn't like steamy and mysterious stories with rich, handsome bad boys?
The Alpha Brotherhood ~An Inconvenient Affair ~ by Catherine Mann is available August 1, 2012
~KIMBERLY~
August 17, 2012
This story centers on Troy Donovan: the Robin Hood Hacker. When he was 15 he hacked into the DoD and started exposing corruption. Instead of sending him to juvie, the judge sent him to military reform school where he met the other members of the Alpha Brotherhood. His current assignment is to help identify a dangerous thief and money-launderer at a glitzy Chicago party. At the same time, Hillary Wright is trying to clear her name as the scheme involved a former boyfriend. The only way to convince the CIA that she had nothing to do with the scam, Hillary must identify a man that few have ever laid eyes on. Troy has the advantage of knowing they are both there for the same reason.
Determined to protect Hillary from the unnamed danger, Troy finds ways to get close to Hillary. First he meets her on the plane to Chicago. Then he “buys” himself at the bachelor auction he is roped into participating in, only to ask her to be his date for the weekend.
Hillary is convinced that she only falls for bad boys. Her latest attraction to Troy only reinforces this idea in her head. Initially resistant to Troy’s attempts she finally convinces herself to just enjoy the adventure.
The action takes them from Chicago to Costa Rica with brief glimpses of France and Monte Carlo. As with all Desires it moves quickly. However, Ms. Mann managed to pack a lot of story between the covers.
I love sprawling interconnected stories like this. We get brief glimpses back to the Landis / Renshaw families and hints of what might be to come with the rest of the Alpha Brotherhood. I thoroughly enjoyed this one and can’t wait for the next.
Determined to protect Hillary from the unnamed danger, Troy finds ways to get close to Hillary. First he meets her on the plane to Chicago. Then he “buys” himself at the bachelor auction he is roped into participating in, only to ask her to be his date for the weekend.
Hillary is convinced that she only falls for bad boys. Her latest attraction to Troy only reinforces this idea in her head. Initially resistant to Troy’s attempts she finally convinces herself to just enjoy the adventure.
The action takes them from Chicago to Costa Rica with brief glimpses of France and Monte Carlo. As with all Desires it moves quickly. However, Ms. Mann managed to pack a lot of story between the covers.
I love sprawling interconnected stories like this. We get brief glimpses back to the Landis / Renshaw families and hints of what might be to come with the rest of the Alpha Brotherhood. I thoroughly enjoyed this one and can’t wait for the next.
October 11, 2012
This is the first book in a new Harlequin Desire series by Catherine Mann called The Alpha Brotherhood. The Alpha Brotherhood consist of a group of wayward teen boys who meet at a military boarding school 17 years prior. Each young man is capable and talented and as they've grown they've achieved amazing things. Colonel John Salvatore served as the boys teacher/mentor at school and now he serves as their contact in their double roles as government agents.
Troy Donavan, the first of the brotherhood, is best known from his youth as the Robin Hood Hacker but now lives a posh life as a playboy billionaire and secret government agent. His current assignment is to guard Hillary Wright. Hillary was duped by a former boyfriend (Barry) and now her entire future is at risk. She must identify Barry's illusive business partner in order to reclaim her own life.
The story had a nice, slow but bold build in the romance department. But in the same respect it happened very quickly. I'm not exactly sure why this one failed to captivate me. It had all the components but just didn't come through. I think I'm going to slow or stop my Harlequin reads for a bit since this is 19th Harlequin and 12th, 2 Star Harlequin. Of those twelve 2 star books, 5 are Catherine Mann's and I think it's given me an unfair bias against her.
Troy Donavan, the first of the brotherhood, is best known from his youth as the Robin Hood Hacker but now lives a posh life as a playboy billionaire and secret government agent. His current assignment is to guard Hillary Wright. Hillary was duped by a former boyfriend (Barry) and now her entire future is at risk. She must identify Barry's illusive business partner in order to reclaim her own life.
The story had a nice, slow but bold build in the romance department. But in the same respect it happened very quickly. I'm not exactly sure why this one failed to captivate me. It had all the components but just didn't come through. I think I'm going to slow or stop my Harlequin reads for a bit since this is 19th Harlequin and 12th, 2 Star Harlequin. Of those twelve 2 star books, 5 are Catherine Mann's and I think it's given me an unfair bias against her.
July 22, 2012
Loved!!!! 4 1/2 stars :)
Full review:
The Alpha Brotherhood:
A groups of three very troubled but very brilliant young men who meet in boarding school from an unlikely friendship that has stood the test of time over the last 17 years. They call themself The Alpha Brotherhood and have become the brothers they never had grouping up. Brothers that are there for them, through thick and thin.
An Inconvenient Affair is book one in the Alpha Brotherhood trilogy. We meet Troy Donavan, a notorious hacker turned billionaire playboy who moonlights as secret government agent. Troy’s latest assignment is Hillary Wright. He is to learn what she knows and get out. But Troy doesn’t like to play by the rules and when he changes his plans and ends out on Hillary’s plane, neither of them will ever be the same.
Troy and Hillary are a great couple to read about. They banter like an old married couple. They both are stubborn and don’t take being lied to very well. But when it come down to the end both are willing to go the extra mile to get what they want.
This was a fun quick read. I am looking forward to the next installment in The Alpha Brotherhood series.
Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review
Full review:
The Alpha Brotherhood:
A groups of three very troubled but very brilliant young men who meet in boarding school from an unlikely friendship that has stood the test of time over the last 17 years. They call themself The Alpha Brotherhood and have become the brothers they never had grouping up. Brothers that are there for them, through thick and thin.
An Inconvenient Affair is book one in the Alpha Brotherhood trilogy. We meet Troy Donavan, a notorious hacker turned billionaire playboy who moonlights as secret government agent. Troy’s latest assignment is Hillary Wright. He is to learn what she knows and get out. But Troy doesn’t like to play by the rules and when he changes his plans and ends out on Hillary’s plane, neither of them will ever be the same.
Troy and Hillary are a great couple to read about. They banter like an old married couple. They both are stubborn and don’t take being lied to very well. But when it come down to the end both are willing to go the extra mile to get what they want.
This was a fun quick read. I am looking forward to the next installment in The Alpha Brotherhood series.
Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review
August 27, 2012
ABOUT THE BOOK:
Hillary Wright has always been a magnet for Mr. Wrong. Her latest left her in trouble with the law, and to clear her name, she's agreed to an undercover sting—as the "date" for infamous Troy Donavan. The notorious hacker is now a government good guy…and a sexy billionaire playboy. Troy has a reputation as the sort of man she's vowed to avoid, and his secretiveness adds fuel to Hillary's distrust. But with his kisses like molten sin, her fierce resistance is melting. And being sensible in the face of such overpowering desire is just not an option.
REVIEW: *laughing* This book was fabulous. It has all the action you need, on all three levels: Action, Romance, and Comedy. I found myself drawn completely to this piece and unable to put it down.
The character development didn’t seem pushed and was quite natural. The budding romance was even better. I loved the conflict these two faced and found myself rooting for each of them.
Troy’s bad boy ways were the perfect fit into this piece and the read was very easy to get through. I can’t wait to see more from this series and have added Ms. Mann to my “must-read-list.”
Four out of five stars for a job well done!
Hillary Wright has always been a magnet for Mr. Wrong. Her latest left her in trouble with the law, and to clear her name, she's agreed to an undercover sting—as the "date" for infamous Troy Donavan. The notorious hacker is now a government good guy…and a sexy billionaire playboy. Troy has a reputation as the sort of man she's vowed to avoid, and his secretiveness adds fuel to Hillary's distrust. But with his kisses like molten sin, her fierce resistance is melting. And being sensible in the face of such overpowering desire is just not an option.
REVIEW: *laughing* This book was fabulous. It has all the action you need, on all three levels: Action, Romance, and Comedy. I found myself drawn completely to this piece and unable to put it down.
The character development didn’t seem pushed and was quite natural. The budding romance was even better. I loved the conflict these two faced and found myself rooting for each of them.
Troy’s bad boy ways were the perfect fit into this piece and the read was very easy to get through. I can’t wait to see more from this series and have added Ms. Mann to my “must-read-list.”
Four out of five stars for a job well done!
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