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DreamMakers #1
All Fired Up
He’s ready to lead the way
As the owner of DreamMakers Inc., Parker Wilson takes the skills he learned as a Ranger to help men win in the love department, using every resource available to plan the perfect date. But when a routine recon turns into an unexpected night of fiery passion, Parker’s mission becomes personal—and he won’t give up until Lynn Davidson is all his.
She’s more than willing to follow
Lynn is a goner from the moment she lays eyes on the delectable Parker. She’s tired of sticking to the straight and narrow. It’s time to walk on the wild side, and what better way than in the arms of the most irresistible man she’s ever met? But when their red-hot affair is threatened, it’ll take a team effort to make their dreams come true.
As the owner of DreamMakers Inc., Parker Wilson takes the skills he learned as a Ranger to help men win in the love department, using every resource available to plan the perfect date. But when a routine recon turns into an unexpected night of fiery passion, Parker’s mission becomes personal—and he won’t give up until Lynn Davidson is all his.
She’s more than willing to follow
Lynn is a goner from the moment she lays eyes on the delectable Parker. She’s tired of sticking to the straight and narrow. It’s time to walk on the wild side, and what better way than in the arms of the most irresistible man she’s ever met? But when their red-hot affair is threatened, it’ll take a team effort to make their dreams come true.
292 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 21, 2014
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Vivian Arend
157 books2,626 followersNew York Times and USA Today bestselling author Vivian Arend loves to share the products of her over-active imagination with her readers. She writes contemporary, western, and light-hearted paranormal romances. The stories are humorous yet emotional, usually with a large cast of family or friends, and a guaranteed happily-ever-after. Vivian lives in British Columbia, Canada, with her husband of many years—her inspiration for every hero and a willing companion for all sorts of adventures.
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April 19, 2014
DNF @ 35%.
I am not a fan of books where the synopsis offers one thing, but the actual book offers something else. So my review is a little ranty, as I feel a little mislead right now.
As a reader I want to be given the choice as to whether I want to read certain things, and at no point in the synopsis was it even intimated that this book contains a disclosure would have been nice, as I would have 100% not requested this book to review as an ARC. I hate DNF'ing a book, and I dislike even more doing it because I was not given the forewarning as to the books contents. I am not talking about giving the whole story away, and yes I know we are all more liberated in what we read nowadays, but there are certain tropes, that I choose to avoid, not because I am a prude, but because I have tried reading them before and they just leave me cold.
As such, after reading the synopsis. I was expecting an easy-going romantic series focused on 3 ex-Rangers, Parker Wilson, Dean Colter and Jack Hunter. I was looking froward to reading each of their stories and experiencing snarky banter, funny situations and hot one-on-one sexy times. Initially that's what I got, but as the story started to develop, the feeling of disappointment grew, until I finally stopped reading.
I am not disrespecting the authors, the writing style was superb, the Hot Yoga class had me giggling, the banter between the guys, and Lynn and her friend Suz were spot on. I would absolutely read another book by either author, and if this type of story is of interest to you then I would recommend All Fired Up, I just don't want to read about especially as I think the story as far as I had read was strong enough without that as an addition.
My 3 star rating is based on the above paragraph, and the portion of the book I read.
ARC provided by Netgalley, in exchange for the above honest review.
I am not a fan of books where the synopsis offers one thing, but the actual book offers something else. So my review is a little ranty, as I feel a little mislead right now.
As a reader I want to be given the choice as to whether I want to read certain things, and at no point in the synopsis was it even intimated that this book contains a disclosure would have been nice, as I would have 100% not requested this book to review as an ARC. I hate DNF'ing a book, and I dislike even more doing it because I was not given the forewarning as to the books contents. I am not talking about giving the whole story away, and yes I know we are all more liberated in what we read nowadays, but there are certain tropes, that I choose to avoid, not because I am a prude, but because I have tried reading them before and they just leave me cold.
As such, after reading the synopsis. I was expecting an easy-going romantic series focused on 3 ex-Rangers, Parker Wilson, Dean Colter and Jack Hunter. I was looking froward to reading each of their stories and experiencing snarky banter, funny situations and hot one-on-one sexy times. Initially that's what I got, but as the story started to develop, the feeling of disappointment grew, until I finally stopped reading.
I am not disrespecting the authors, the writing style was superb, the Hot Yoga class had me giggling, the banter between the guys, and Lynn and her friend Suz were spot on. I would absolutely read another book by either author, and if this type of story is of interest to you then I would recommend All Fired Up, I just don't want to read about especially as I think the story as far as I had read was strong enough without that as an addition.
My 3 star rating is based on the above paragraph, and the portion of the book I read.
ARC provided by Netgalley, in exchange for the above honest review.
March 20, 2016
Sometimes a good, fast, steamy read gets the job done! This was bit cheeky, often cute, but constantly hot. I mean the whole concept of three ex-military alphas running a "romance help/event coordinating" service was fun enough on its own but add in a feisty gal who is up for some fun and some of that military brass tactics...BOOM...super cool read!
Obviously it is taboo for the hired romance help to fall for the target, but hey Parker can't help it when Lynn deserves so much more than a stick-n-the-mud old suit! Good thing for all because when she realizes it...well...sometimes 2 military men are better than 1! Yep...that hot! So of course there is more to the story, but the fall into love was predictable, good thing the rest of the tale wasn't!
Obviously it is taboo for the hired romance help to fall for the target, but hey Parker can't help it when Lynn deserves so much more than a stick-n-the-mud old suit! Good thing for all because when she realizes it...well...sometimes 2 military men are better than 1! Yep...that hot! So of course there is more to the story, but the fall into love was predictable, good thing the rest of the tale wasn't!
June 26, 2015
3.5~4 Stars
So I'm going to to be brief on my thoughts, most of the negative reviews have been about something that is a one time event in this book. I agree it was a little out there, but then again that is what I love about reading, this not my reality but something completely different. My biggest problem was that it was a little predictable, so I felt like I was just waiting for the "secret" to come out and that make a book a lot less interesting for me. When all was said and done, I liked this story and am jumping in to the next book.
So I'm going to to be brief on my thoughts, most of the negative reviews have been about something that is a one time event in this book. I agree it was a little out there, but then again that is what I love about reading, this not my reality but something completely different. My biggest problem was that it was a little predictable, so I felt like I was just waiting for the "secret" to come out and that make a book a lot less interesting for me. When all was said and done, I liked this story and am jumping in to the next book.
April 21, 2014
This was a cute, hot, beach-type read--nothing angsty or very suspenseful. Just a sexy contemporary romance between a couple of twenty-somethings.
The hero (Parker Wilson) is a hunky ex-Army Ranger who co-owns (along with Ranger buddies Dean Colter and Jack Hunter) an unusual business called DreamMakers. DreamMakers sets up the perfect dream dates for clueless guys who are trying to impress their wives or girlfriends. When one of these clueless guys (newspaper advertising director Phil Shotelle) hires Dream Makers to set up a date for the women he's about to propose to (but knows not much about--not even her favorite color) Parker and company decide they need to do a little recon on Phil's intended (layout editor Lynn Davidson) in order to discover her likes and dislikes so they can plan the perfect date. When Parker first lays eyes on Lynn at a bar he's smitten; and when he joins her "hot yoga" class his lust is in overdrive. But Lynn's the girlfriend of a potential client, and there's no way he'd risk his company's reputation by getting involved with her. But what if Lynn discovers what a douchebag her boyfriend really is? And breaks things off....is she now fair game?
Parker...
I enjoyed this hot little read. Parker is dreamy, sexy, and all alpha-like with Lynn, and the two of them make a wickedly hot couple. Although I must admit, the fact that Lynn was not really an adventurous girl but then proceeded to . So after that unusual start with their love life, things go back to a more normal one, but it proved just how adventurous Lynn became in Parker's company.
Lots of sexy times for these two, a predictable lie of omission that gets Parker into trouble with Lynn, and a hint of suspense from the smarmy ex- boyfriend who refuses to take no for an answer, and that about sums up the rest of the plot. There's also the cast of supporting characters who have their moments in the sun; the "I'll-kick-your-ass-if-you-hurt-her" best friend Suz, the man-whore Ranger buddy Dean, and the sexy "I-may-have-a-secret-thing-for-your-younger-sister" Jack, who get their own future stories (at least Dean and Jack do).
If there had been just a little more background details on Parker and Lynn (because I felt I didn't know that much about Lynn especially--and would like to know what she ever saw in Phil) this would've earned another star. But since this was the first book in the series and there was some setting up that had to take place, I can understand the absence of a lot of those details. There was just enough to whet my appetite for the upcoming books (Jack's story--Love is a Battlefield and Dean's book--Don't Walk Away. A nice solid collaboration between Ms. Arend and Ms. Kennedy--4 stars
The hero (Parker Wilson) is a hunky ex-Army Ranger who co-owns (along with Ranger buddies Dean Colter and Jack Hunter) an unusual business called DreamMakers. DreamMakers sets up the perfect dream dates for clueless guys who are trying to impress their wives or girlfriends. When one of these clueless guys (newspaper advertising director Phil Shotelle) hires Dream Makers to set up a date for the women he's about to propose to (but knows not much about--not even her favorite color) Parker and company decide they need to do a little recon on Phil's intended (layout editor Lynn Davidson) in order to discover her likes and dislikes so they can plan the perfect date. When Parker first lays eyes on Lynn at a bar he's smitten; and when he joins her "hot yoga" class his lust is in overdrive. But Lynn's the girlfriend of a potential client, and there's no way he'd risk his company's reputation by getting involved with her. But what if Lynn discovers what a douchebag her boyfriend really is? And breaks things off....is she now fair game?
Parker...
I enjoyed this hot little read. Parker is dreamy, sexy, and all alpha-like with Lynn, and the two of them make a wickedly hot couple. Although I must admit, the fact that Lynn was not really an adventurous girl but then proceeded to . So after that unusual start with their love life, things go back to a more normal one, but it proved just how adventurous Lynn became in Parker's company.
Lots of sexy times for these two, a predictable lie of omission that gets Parker into trouble with Lynn, and a hint of suspense from the smarmy ex- boyfriend who refuses to take no for an answer, and that about sums up the rest of the plot. There's also the cast of supporting characters who have their moments in the sun; the "I'll-kick-your-ass-if-you-hurt-her" best friend Suz, the man-whore Ranger buddy Dean, and the sexy "I-may-have-a-secret-thing-for-your-younger-sister" Jack, who get their own future stories (at least Dean and Jack do).
If there had been just a little more background details on Parker and Lynn (because I felt I didn't know that much about Lynn especially--and would like to know what she ever saw in Phil) this would've earned another star. But since this was the first book in the series and there was some setting up that had to take place, I can understand the absence of a lot of those details. There was just enough to whet my appetite for the upcoming books (Jack's story--Love is a Battlefield and Dean's book--Don't Walk Away. A nice solid collaboration between Ms. Arend and Ms. Kennedy--4 stars
August 17, 2015
I really only have one comment that should sum up this book in it's entirety ...
total cheese-fest
from start to finish! It wasn't bad but it wasn't good either .... it was just, there...
This series of three are inter-connected so I'm gonna end up reading them all at some point, just not today ... or tomorrow ...
This series of three are inter-connected so I'm gonna end up reading them all at some point, just not today ... or tomorrow ...
April 17, 2014
Things that make me smile -- the idea of rough and tumble former soldiers giving dating advice to clueless men. Things that make me smile even harder -- that said former soldiers approach each individual date they help plan as a mission they have to do recon for and strategically implement.
Seriously, I love it. LOVE IT.
The fact that Parker, Jack, and Dean are all hunky lady-killers just makes things better. And, yeah, all three of them do well with the ladies. Multiple ladies, sometimes.
So. Parker. Hot. Falls for Lynn the first time he lays eyes on her. I love it when the big guys get bit (and bit HARD) by the love bug. While the guys have a strict hands-off policy regarding clients, there are no rules the moment the contract ends. Good thing, too, because Parker and Lynn steam up the sheets nicely.
Poor Lynn has to put up with her douchey boyfriend (who quickly becomes an ex), a friend who doesn't know the meaning of the word restraint -- err, unless it's in a bondage-y sense. I'm guessing she's familiar with those! -- and a relationship with Parker that's sending her spinning. The fact he gives phenomenal orgasms might have something to do with that last part.
The characters are fun, the banter between the guys is HILARIOUS, the sex is steamy, and the bad guy is pretty skeevy. That's what I call a recipe for a good book!
-Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal
Seriously, I love it. LOVE IT.
The fact that Parker, Jack, and Dean are all hunky lady-killers just makes things better. And, yeah, all three of them do well with the ladies. Multiple ladies, sometimes.
So. Parker. Hot. Falls for Lynn the first time he lays eyes on her. I love it when the big guys get bit (and bit HARD) by the love bug. While the guys have a strict hands-off policy regarding clients, there are no rules the moment the contract ends. Good thing, too, because Parker and Lynn steam up the sheets nicely.
Poor Lynn has to put up with her douchey boyfriend (who quickly becomes an ex), a friend who doesn't know the meaning of the word restraint -- err, unless it's in a bondage-y sense. I'm guessing she's familiar with those! -- and a relationship with Parker that's sending her spinning. The fact he gives phenomenal orgasms might have something to do with that last part.
The characters are fun, the banter between the guys is HILARIOUS, the sex is steamy, and the bad guy is pretty skeevy. That's what I call a recipe for a good book!
-Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal
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August 31, 2015No. No, no, no, no, and no!
I absolutely loved the beginning, the writing flowed well and the characters interested me. But then the female protagonist, Lynn did something that just wasn't her. She has a three-some with some dude (who likes likes her) and his friend.
WHAT. THE. FUCK!?
I couldn't even continue on after that point. I hated it.
I absolutely loved the beginning, the writing flowed well and the characters interested me. But then the female protagonist, Lynn did something that just wasn't her. She has a three-some with some dude (who likes likes her) and his friend.
WHAT. THE. FUCK!?
I couldn't even continue on after that point. I hated it.
November 24, 2020
DNF at 18% 2,5 stars… I wanted to like that book… I really did… I never go into stories wanting or expecting to hate or DNF them… but this one just really didn’t work for me… the beginning was promising, the writing style initially entertaining, but the more we got into the story the weirder it got… the recon guys from the company are doing feels like a weird stalking and gave me the creeps… there are a lot of objectifying comments that were totally unnecessary and didn't add anything to the actual story… Lynn, our heroine, is in a different relationship at the start of the book… she’s not happy with the guy and I don’t really see the point of her being with him, other than to add drama to the story… again, totally unnecessary in my opinion… this one just really wasn’t for me… if you read and loved it, good for you :) I’m moving on to something else :)
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November 13, 2014
What a hot and steamy book this start out as being. Full of sexy men who definitely know their way around the bedroom (among other places). I was totally enjoying this book until I hit the 73% mark then…..
The ridiculous drama took all the steam and sexiness out of the story and left me skimming and grumbling at the same time.
I am still curious about the teaser at the end about Pepper and Jack and will give this series another chance with their story.
The ridiculous drama took all the steam and sexiness out of the story and left me skimming and grumbling at the same time.
I am still curious about the teaser at the end about Pepper and Jack and will give this series another chance with their story.
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November 2, 2020
i love elle kennedy books! she never disappoints me.
February 22, 2016
I'll go ahead and say it: I'm an mfm slut. This book has that. If you don't like that sort of thing, then don't read this book. I'll also go on record saying that there is no warning that this is going to be a part of the book until about 20% before it actually happens. And trust me when I say that the first mention that these hottie, hot boys share one woman at the same time is quite the surprise. So, when the act finally happens (around 35%) I was fully prepared for it and more than happy to read it. I have seen some of the reviews where readers have dnf'd this book at this point, but that only kept my interest.
That done: this book is HOT. The mfm sex, the mf sex, the building relationship: all hot. It's a bit suspenseful, it's a bit sexy, and it's all awesome. This entire book worked for me. The entire thing clicked and was wonderful. It isn't everyday that I 5-star a book, so it was to my surprise and delight that this whole thing worked.
Want steamy sex? Read All Fired Up. It's free, so you aren't out anything.
That done: this book is HOT. The mfm sex, the mf sex, the building relationship: all hot. It's a bit suspenseful, it's a bit sexy, and it's all awesome. This entire book worked for me. The entire thing clicked and was wonderful. It isn't everyday that I 5-star a book, so it was to my surprise and delight that this whole thing worked.
Want steamy sex? Read All Fired Up. It's free, so you aren't out anything.
December 13, 2019
I liked the main characters in this book. Three fun-loving ex-Army Rangers? Hellz yeah...I’m all about it! Besties Lynn and Suz were lots of fun too! Great banter.
But the story? It was so ‘out there’.
First, DreamMakers. I can’t imagine men spending money for someone else to plan a date. It’s not that hard. Maybe a few, but enough to sustain a business with 4 full-time employees? Doubt it.
Second, in order to plan these dates, Parker, Dean, and Jack are doing ‘recon’, following women to yoga class, grocery stores, and bars, to find out what they like. Dude...Facebook and Instagram. Way easier.
Third, nothing Phil did made sense to me. His behavior was contradictory from one moment to the next. He gives an explanation at the end, but it doesn’t hold water.
I would really like to see Parker and Lynn fall in love in a completely different story. They were really cute together!
But the story? It was so ‘out there’.
First, DreamMakers. I can’t imagine men spending money for someone else to plan a date. It’s not that hard. Maybe a few, but enough to sustain a business with 4 full-time employees? Doubt it.
Second, in order to plan these dates, Parker, Dean, and Jack are doing ‘recon’, following women to yoga class, grocery stores, and bars, to find out what they like. Dude...Facebook and Instagram. Way easier.
Third, nothing Phil did made sense to me. His behavior was contradictory from one moment to the next. He gives an explanation at the end, but it doesn’t hold water.
I would really like to see Parker and Lynn fall in love in a completely different story. They were really cute together!
August 13, 2016
4.5 stars. This book was, but wasn't, your typical hot alpha male meets girl story. I loved the twist, the profession of Parker.
April 28, 2014
Slick‘s review posted on Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews
4.5 STARS
Review copy provided for an honest review
When two authors whose work I love team up, that can only mean one thing…as a reader I am in atruegemawardfor a treat of epic proportions and Vivian Arend and Elle Kennedy’s DreamMakers series is off to a damn fine start with All Fired Up. What’s a group of ex-Army Rangers to do when they get out of the service? Well, they start a service to help clueless men plan the date of their lives for the women they love or want to impress. Surprised? I was and I loved every minute of this book mainly because of the way these men approach masterminding these dates; it’s like they are preparing for battle but with romance and it’s absolutely entertaining to watch.
Parker Wilson has a problem, the woman his latest client wants to impress sends his pulse and other parts of him into overdrive. Worst thing is the client is a scumbag who doesn’t know the least little thing about his girlfriend after several months of dating. Determined to get through the recon, he finds himself even more intrigued when he chats with her and her friend. Finding out she’s dumped the guy only makes things more complicated because while he knows he should stay away, he simply can’t even though he knows going after the ex-girlfriend of a client could be really bad for business.
When Lynn Davidson realizes her boyfriend is seeing someone on the side she dumps him and when she runs into Parker, a man she met in yoga class a few days ago and his good looking friend, Dean, she decides to take a chance and blow off some steam. While she gets a night she’ll always remember Parker insists they spend some time getting to know one another. Surprised that he’s still interested after their night of debauchery, Lynn decides to take a leap and see Parker again.
If you’ve read these authors before you know two things about them, one they can write some amazingly hot sex scenes and two they don’t shy away from multiple partners. So yes, there is a ménage scene in this book and it was pretty amazing. The guys are no strangers to this type of action but Lynn is, however she gets with the program quickly once they spell it out that they are there for her pleasure. Holy hell does she get the experience of a lifetime. What I absolutely LOVE about this story though is when Parker asks Lynn is they can go on a date and she’s feeling shy about what happened between the three of them, he puts her at ease and assures her that he’s serious and wants to see her just the two of them. Parker is a pretty amazing guy and yes, he does make an error in judgment but I give Lynn a lot of credit for taking the high road and voicing her concerns rationally. I like that despite how their relationship began, they really do have a sweet little romance going on and Parker is willing to do everything to prove to her how important she is to him.
I feel I would be remiss not to mention the secondary characters in this book that play a huge part into making an already amazing story even better. In addition to Parker’s partners Dean and Jack, Lynn’s best friend Suz is a total trip and I love her crazy attitude. The men’s office manager Didi is like a second Mom to the “boys” and keeps them in line which is pretty funny. And Parker’s sister, Pepper makes a cameo appearance that has me very curious about what’s going to happen in the next book. Oh, and we can’t forget Lynn’s scumbag ex because he adds a whole bunch of drama that no one has time for.
The first book in a series sometimes can be overwhelming because of all the characters being introduced and trying to tell the first story, develop the characters and their motivations but I didn’t feel that in this book. All Fired Up was well written, the characters completely entertaining, the dialog amusing and smart, and the intimate scenes sexy and satisfying. I’m stoked about this series and I can’t wait to see what these two come up with next!
4.5 STARS
Review copy provided for an honest review
When two authors whose work I love team up, that can only mean one thing…as a reader I am in atruegemawardfor a treat of epic proportions and Vivian Arend and Elle Kennedy’s DreamMakers series is off to a damn fine start with All Fired Up. What’s a group of ex-Army Rangers to do when they get out of the service? Well, they start a service to help clueless men plan the date of their lives for the women they love or want to impress. Surprised? I was and I loved every minute of this book mainly because of the way these men approach masterminding these dates; it’s like they are preparing for battle but with romance and it’s absolutely entertaining to watch.
Parker Wilson has a problem, the woman his latest client wants to impress sends his pulse and other parts of him into overdrive. Worst thing is the client is a scumbag who doesn’t know the least little thing about his girlfriend after several months of dating. Determined to get through the recon, he finds himself even more intrigued when he chats with her and her friend. Finding out she’s dumped the guy only makes things more complicated because while he knows he should stay away, he simply can’t even though he knows going after the ex-girlfriend of a client could be really bad for business.
When Lynn Davidson realizes her boyfriend is seeing someone on the side she dumps him and when she runs into Parker, a man she met in yoga class a few days ago and his good looking friend, Dean, she decides to take a chance and blow off some steam. While she gets a night she’ll always remember Parker insists they spend some time getting to know one another. Surprised that he’s still interested after their night of debauchery, Lynn decides to take a leap and see Parker again.
If you’ve read these authors before you know two things about them, one they can write some amazingly hot sex scenes and two they don’t shy away from multiple partners. So yes, there is a ménage scene in this book and it was pretty amazing. The guys are no strangers to this type of action but Lynn is, however she gets with the program quickly once they spell it out that they are there for her pleasure. Holy hell does she get the experience of a lifetime. What I absolutely LOVE about this story though is when Parker asks Lynn is they can go on a date and she’s feeling shy about what happened between the three of them, he puts her at ease and assures her that he’s serious and wants to see her just the two of them. Parker is a pretty amazing guy and yes, he does make an error in judgment but I give Lynn a lot of credit for taking the high road and voicing her concerns rationally. I like that despite how their relationship began, they really do have a sweet little romance going on and Parker is willing to do everything to prove to her how important she is to him.
I feel I would be remiss not to mention the secondary characters in this book that play a huge part into making an already amazing story even better. In addition to Parker’s partners Dean and Jack, Lynn’s best friend Suz is a total trip and I love her crazy attitude. The men’s office manager Didi is like a second Mom to the “boys” and keeps them in line which is pretty funny. And Parker’s sister, Pepper makes a cameo appearance that has me very curious about what’s going to happen in the next book. Oh, and we can’t forget Lynn’s scumbag ex because he adds a whole bunch of drama that no one has time for.
The first book in a series sometimes can be overwhelming because of all the characters being introduced and trying to tell the first story, develop the characters and their motivations but I didn’t feel that in this book. All Fired Up was well written, the characters completely entertaining, the dialog amusing and smart, and the intimate scenes sexy and satisfying. I’m stoked about this series and I can’t wait to see what these two come up with next!
March 5, 2024
Tak toto ma bavilo od začiatku do konca! Čítať obľúbenú autorku v angličtine je také ľahké. Vadilo mi akurát tak to, že to nemalo moc dej, skôr sa to krútilo iba okolo seksu a na môj vkus ho tam bolo fakt priliz veľa. No ale to čo sa stalo na konci som absolútne nečakala a bolo zo príjemne oživenie deja. A hlavná hrdinka sa správala na svoj vek, to bolo veľmi príjemne.
April 10, 2016
I loved the unique premise of three ex-Army Rangers starting a company to help out clueless men by setting up dream dates. How cool is that! Their work involves 'surveillance and recon missions' and they end up in all kinds of hilarious situations.
Lynn and Porter are both compelling and lovable characters. Their relationship gradually develops and intensifies, it's realistic and believable, not the typical insta-love.
The secondary characters are also very entertaining and interesting. The three guys are tough Alpha males, but have a sweet and sensitive side and I really enjoyed their banter. And who wouldn't love to have a bff like Suz! I had a lot of fun reading this book!
I have to admit I was hesitant to pick it up when I heard there would be more than two in the bedroom - at the same time. Not my usual fare... But - I love Elle Kennedy's Killer Instincts series, so I thought I'd give this a try. And I'm glad I did! The action between the sheets is raunchier than what I'm used to reading but is well-written and didn't make me feel uncomfortable at all. Very hot!
ALL FIRED UP is a well-paced read with a unique storyline, lots of action, great humor, sweet romance and red-hot passion.
I'm looking forward to reading the next installment in this great collaboration!
This is the first book I read by Vivian Arend and I will definitely check out her other titles as well.
Lynn and Porter are both compelling and lovable characters. Their relationship gradually develops and intensifies, it's realistic and believable, not the typical insta-love.
The secondary characters are also very entertaining and interesting. The three guys are tough Alpha males, but have a sweet and sensitive side and I really enjoyed their banter. And who wouldn't love to have a bff like Suz! I had a lot of fun reading this book!
I have to admit I was hesitant to pick it up when I heard there would be more than two in the bedroom - at the same time. Not my usual fare... But - I love Elle Kennedy's Killer Instincts series, so I thought I'd give this a try. And I'm glad I did! The action between the sheets is raunchier than what I'm used to reading but is well-written and didn't make me feel uncomfortable at all. Very hot!
ALL FIRED UP is a well-paced read with a unique storyline, lots of action, great humor, sweet romance and red-hot passion.
I'm looking forward to reading the next installment in this great collaboration!
This is the first book I read by Vivian Arend and I will definitely check out her other titles as well.
April 7, 2014
This is the first contemporary romance book that I have ever read where it is the men that have the dating agency. Well it's not exactly a dating agency, but still it's a first for me. And I have to say I thoroughly enjoyed seeing 3 ex-Rangers showing their romantic sides when planning dates for other men! Not that they didn't managed to used their military skills when completing their missions!
This was a fun slightly erotic romance featuring Parker and Lynn, who was the focus of an almost client. However, Parker immediately realizes that he can't plan a date for his client when he is smitten with Lynn and knows that the client is a jerk. While this definitely sets the stage for the inevitable fight between our characters, this was a fun plot with a somewhat surprising twist. I can't wait to see what Vivian Arend, Elle Kennedy have in store for the other two rangers and Lynn's best friend, Suz. I definitely would look for more from this duo since I hated to put the book down until I finished!
This was a fun slightly erotic romance featuring Parker and Lynn, who was the focus of an almost client. However, Parker immediately realizes that he can't plan a date for his client when he is smitten with Lynn and knows that the client is a jerk. While this definitely sets the stage for the inevitable fight between our characters, this was a fun plot with a somewhat surprising twist. I can't wait to see what Vivian Arend, Elle Kennedy have in store for the other two rangers and Lynn's best friend, Suz. I definitely would look for more from this duo since I hated to put the book down until I finished!
April 22, 2014
*Received as an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*
I was very excited to get this as an ARC because of the promise of 3 ex-military men running a dating event company. But, the more I got into it, the less I could relate to the characters and some situations left me uncomfortable. I don't think the story would've suffered if the liberal sexuality depicted was toned down some. With that said, the interaction between just Parker and Lynn was fun, witty and hot. Supporting cast of characters were also well-developed and sparked my interest with the exception of the main antagonist. I felt that Phil Shotelle was too heavily written as a total a**hole that he comes off as a caricature. I never fully understood his fixation on Lynn when he seemed to get plenty on the side. Quick, fun read.
I was very excited to get this as an ARC because of the promise of 3 ex-military men running a dating event company. But, the more I got into it, the less I could relate to the characters and some situations left me uncomfortable. I don't think the story would've suffered if the liberal sexuality depicted was toned down some. With that said, the interaction between just Parker and Lynn was fun, witty and hot. Supporting cast of characters were also well-developed and sparked my interest with the exception of the main antagonist. I felt that Phil Shotelle was too heavily written as a total a**hole that he comes off as a caricature. I never fully understood his fixation on Lynn when he seemed to get plenty on the side. Quick, fun read.
April 25, 2014
Received an ARC for review
This is a very cute, pool read. It's great to read a book that a guy knows how to do romance, actually three guys. There was a nasty ex, but no drawn out emotional angst, no police chases, nobody getting blown up. There's just a girl and her BFF and a guy and his two BFF's. There is one threesome, but don't let that stop you from reading this. I liked the "extra chapters" where we get to hear from Jack, Dean, Suz, and Pepper. I look forward to reading the next books.
This is a very cute, pool read. It's great to read a book that a guy knows how to do romance, actually three guys. There was a nasty ex, but no drawn out emotional angst, no police chases, nobody getting blown up. There's just a girl and her BFF and a guy and his two BFF's. There is one threesome, but don't let that stop you from reading this. I liked the "extra chapters" where we get to hear from Jack, Dean, Suz, and Pepper. I look forward to reading the next books.
May 26, 2015
The plot of this book is a bit ridiculous. Ex military men running a dream date business seems a little weird, but they authors make them seem good at their job and funny too. A lot of what I enjoyed about the book was how the boys interacted with each other. How Parker and Lynn meet does seem a bit stalkerish but overall I still really enjoyed the story of how they came together. Another plus for me was seeing snippets from other characters points of view, not just Parker and Lynn. I liked that aspect as well.
June 27, 2017
The start of a trilogy with an excellent premise but while finished the book not really interested in pursuing what happens next or to whom as just cannot drum up the enthusiasm for the other two men finding their own romantic partners.
August 19, 2016
4.5 stars!
This book is HOT! And it's a great story. I loved the multiple points of view from not just the H/h, but also other characters.
This book is HOT! And it's a great story. I loved the multiple points of view from not just the H/h, but also other characters.
May 29, 2017
Sometimes, there's a reason a book is available on amazon for free.
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January 10, 2022MAYBE I’M A NAIVE KITTEN BUT THERE ARE TWO PEOPLE ON THE COVER AND TWO NAMES MENTIONED IN THE SYNOPSIS AND I...JUST DID NOT SEE THAT THREESOME COMING
July 29, 2019
Tldr: cool idea, terrible follow through but worth a read if you like things in the "good bad" category.
I downloaded this because the idea of a bunch of special forces guys being involved in a dating service tickled me. After my first failure I was worried it would end up being one of those terrible post "the game" businesses. Happily I was wrong about that, but this book was one of the hottest messes I've ever read. Potential spoilers ahead (not safe for everyone)
First of all the writing felt disjointed. It's possible that's because there were two authors. It was off to a rocky start with the ode to Parker's hard on while Lynn was still with Phil. It's fine that he found her attractive but we didn't need paragraphs about what that did for his erection. One of the two biggest weird things about this book was the throwaway threesome. Apparently these guys regularly have threesomes with each other which never results in awkwardness, which seems highly unrealistic. And for the most part they never again talk about the fact that they had a threesome that included the woman their friend is now seriously involved with. Lynn goes from meek to talking like a porn star so fast out makes your head spin. In general a lot of the language, especially in sex scenes, felt inauthentic. There was so much "bro"and "babe" I felt like I was in a frat house. There's no development. The entire relationship happens in either montage or totally off screen. The plot goes nowhere then all of a sudden makes this insane turn into crazy town wherein her ex literally kidnaps her expecting her to play nice at a work weekend so he can get a promotion. And even though he'd been trying to half assedly win her back for weeks now he only dated her in the first place to impress this boss that she had never even met...what?! It just got more and more insane till it reached comical proportions. Then bing bang boom wrapped up in a nice pretty bow and I was left wondering what the fuck I just read.
That being said there were some actually funny parts. I really liked the premise of the book and there was something about the writing that had potential, I'm just bummed it didn't live up to its potential. With a collaboration it's always a toss up. I'm not sure if it was one author I liked and the other didn't work for me or both were fine but the teamwork wasn't there. I'd probably try others by either author but wouldn't read the sequel. Though I'm curious as to what happened to pepper.
I downloaded this because the idea of a bunch of special forces guys being involved in a dating service tickled me. After my first failure I was worried it would end up being one of those terrible post "the game" businesses. Happily I was wrong about that, but this book was one of the hottest messes I've ever read. Potential spoilers ahead (not safe for everyone)
First of all the writing felt disjointed. It's possible that's because there were two authors. It was off to a rocky start with the ode to Parker's hard on while Lynn was still with Phil. It's fine that he found her attractive but we didn't need paragraphs about what that did for his erection. One of the two biggest weird things about this book was the throwaway threesome. Apparently these guys regularly have threesomes with each other which never results in awkwardness, which seems highly unrealistic. And for the most part they never again talk about the fact that they had a threesome that included the woman their friend is now seriously involved with. Lynn goes from meek to talking like a porn star so fast out makes your head spin. In general a lot of the language, especially in sex scenes, felt inauthentic. There was so much "bro"and "babe" I felt like I was in a frat house. There's no development. The entire relationship happens in either montage or totally off screen. The plot goes nowhere then all of a sudden makes this insane turn into crazy town wherein her ex literally kidnaps her expecting her to play nice at a work weekend so he can get a promotion. And even though he'd been trying to half assedly win her back for weeks now he only dated her in the first place to impress this boss that she had never even met...what?! It just got more and more insane till it reached comical proportions. Then bing bang boom wrapped up in a nice pretty bow and I was left wondering what the fuck I just read.
That being said there were some actually funny parts. I really liked the premise of the book and there was something about the writing that had potential, I'm just bummed it didn't live up to its potential. With a collaboration it's always a toss up. I'm not sure if it was one author I liked and the other didn't work for me or both were fine but the teamwork wasn't there. I'd probably try others by either author but wouldn't read the sequel. Though I'm curious as to what happened to pepper.
September 18, 2021
Really enjoyed this book. I’m a big fan of Elle Kennedy’s writing and this book did not disappoint!
The whole DreamMakers inc. is such an interesting concept, and the fact that three ex military rangers started it just makes it better. Parker, Jack and Dean are easily some of my favorite guys. (Although I was a bit psyched out when Jack was first introduced and his last name is Hunter because in the HOT series I just finished, one of my fav guys is also named Jack Hunter).
Anyways this book focuses on Parker and Lynn and oh boy are they fun. First off, this is probably one of the steamiest books I’ve ever read and in saying that because I’ve never read a threesome before. So that was interesting. But aside from the thousands of sexy times in this book, Parker and Lynn have such a cute relationship and I’m glad we get to see that a lot.
Parker is big on showing Lynn just how much he cares for her and I think that’s so refreshing to read in a book. Also Parker would literally move oceans for Lynn and if that ain’t the cutest, sweetest thing ever, then idk what is.
Jack’s book is next and I’m excited to read his story (with Parker’s sister, Pepper) as well as hopefully see some updates on Parker and Lynn!
The whole DreamMakers inc. is such an interesting concept, and the fact that three ex military rangers started it just makes it better. Parker, Jack and Dean are easily some of my favorite guys. (Although I was a bit psyched out when Jack was first introduced and his last name is Hunter because in the HOT series I just finished, one of my fav guys is also named Jack Hunter).
Anyways this book focuses on Parker and Lynn and oh boy are they fun. First off, this is probably one of the steamiest books I’ve ever read and in saying that because I’ve never read a threesome before. So that was interesting. But aside from the thousands of sexy times in this book, Parker and Lynn have such a cute relationship and I’m glad we get to see that a lot.
Parker is big on showing Lynn just how much he cares for her and I think that’s so refreshing to read in a book. Also Parker would literally move oceans for Lynn and if that ain’t the cutest, sweetest thing ever, then idk what is.
Jack’s book is next and I’m excited to read his story (with Parker’s sister, Pepper) as well as hopefully see some updates on Parker and Lynn!
June 21, 2019
There are many things to like about this book:
1. The concept of tough military veterans helping clueless men with dates is a bit of a funny concept. A bit cheesy but not over the top.
2. The banter between the three guys, as well as Lynn and her friend Suz, was witty and kept the story going.
3. The chemistry between Lynn and Parker was HOT.
4. Overall it was a fast, semi-smutty read.
So why a 3 star and not higher?
Will say that although I liked this one I really don't know if I will read the rest of the series. I liked it but not sure I invested enough to continue. We shall see.
1. The concept of tough military veterans helping clueless men with dates is a bit of a funny concept. A bit cheesy but not over the top.
2. The banter between the three guys, as well as Lynn and her friend Suz, was witty and kept the story going.
3. The chemistry between Lynn and Parker was HOT.
4. Overall it was a fast, semi-smutty read.
So why a 3 star and not higher?
Will say that although I liked this one I really don't know if I will read the rest of the series. I liked it but not sure I invested enough to continue. We shall see.
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May 21, 2019DNF at page 100..... Um zero stars what the hell did I just waste my time on! I was bamboozled! I saw Elle Kennedy’s name and expected greatness instead I got this shit which I refuse to believe she has any part of!
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August 13, 2017Kindle Freebie on Amazon 6/26/17
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