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Tainted Deception: Rockstar Billionaire!
Chase Hudson is a billionaire, extremely good looking, cocky as hell, and a guy that women salivate over... But looks can be deceiving... Ivy Maisen thinks she knows exactly what type of guy Chase is and she isn't falling for It! But, Little does she know that underneath the tuxedo, luxurious demeanor and smooth character is a bad boy covered in tattoos, piercings, lead singer in a band, and he owns three of the clubs that Ivy frequents. Oh and he rides a Harley... Will Ivy finally open her eyes and allow herself to see the real Chase or will she reject his alter-ego and refuse his advances again and again? When desire is tainted with deception and lies, does that person become less desirable? Could love be the one thing powerful enough to push them past the deception and down to the real person underneath the facade?
277 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 9, 2015
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About the author
Aleya Michelle
17 books955 followersThe Author of seven full length novels and one novella, genres range from contemporary romance, Romantic Suspense to Dark Romance.
Aleya was Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, she is in her thirties and happily married with three gorgeous boys.
A lover of reading, hanging out at the beach, playing netball, shopping and listening to music, which she adds into her writing frequently.
Aleya’s main thrill when writing is introducing her readers to new and exciting characters that you will either love, or love to hate.
Come and find me on social media!
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Aleya was Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, she is in her thirties and happily married with three gorgeous boys.
A lover of reading, hanging out at the beach, playing netball, shopping and listening to music, which she adds into her writing frequently.
Aleya’s main thrill when writing is introducing her readers to new and exciting characters that you will either love, or love to hate.
Come and find me on social media!
https://www.facebook.com/aleyamichell...
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October 5, 2016
Before I get into my review, I think that it needs to be said that I had massively high hopes for this book. I was super excited to read it but it was a bit of a disappointment. In a big way.
I LOVE a good bad boy in a book. They are just so much fun to read. That is not what I got with this one. I think that I'm supposed to like Chase ... I'm pretty sure that was the author's intention but dude. This guy was a douche bag. Could not stand him. I found him scary-possessive and then he would grab Ivy and shit. Hey, some characters are supposed to be like that, right? Every book needs that one a-hole but it shouldn't be the hero of the story. Chase was disrespectful and incredibly self-absorbed. He was also fairly contradictory. This dude would say that he doesn't care about money but then every five seconds, he's talking about how much his clothes cost and about his stupid car. Every sentence just made me hate this dude more. Such a hypocritical jerk. This character completely ruined the book for me. He also made it so that Ivy wasn't even a blip on my radar! I was so irritated that THIS was the leading man in the story that everything else fell by the wayside. Nothing else mattered because this character was an epic failure in my mind.
There were also these weird things with Ivy and Chase's best friends. Ivy and Chase basically hated their best friends. They would both go on and on about how they didn't like how their bestie was materialistic or a womanizer. If you don't like your best friend, that's freaking weird! Why be friends with someone if you don't like who they are?!? Then again, I'm sure Chase likes who he is and he's an asshole. Maybe it fits. But that doesn't mean it works for the story.
Maybe it's because I didn't like the characters or something but the conversations these characters would have were stiff and stilted. They weren't realistic or plausible and basically just not something I was looking for in a book. I want the pages to come alive and not play dead.
This was definitely not the book for me. The whole premise of the storyline was intriguing and if the characters hadn't been such asshats, I think that I would have enjoyed the book. Then again, who the heck knows. Definitely not one for me.
* I received this novel in exchange for an honest review *
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September 22, 2016
This story started a bit strangely for me -
The mMC - Chase - was a bit of an arrogant, self-centered and self absorbed Rich Guy, who was leading a double life. Never being true to himself. Granted he was good looking and apparently "could have any woman he wanted"
Enter the fMC - Ivy - Free spirited, self reliant, Artist - yes, she came from a similar background to Chase but she never hesitated to blaze her own trail! (by the way I loved her - even with her hang ups)
They meet at a high society charity event that neither want to be at. She rejects him - and of course that makes him want to get her even more.
At their next meeting - "accidental" - (he sort of stalked her on FB) - she begins to realize that maybe there is more to him than meets the eye. He gets her number and promises to call.
So far I'm thinking - I've read this story a hundred times...then things change as they begin to develop their relationship. I actually began to like Chase a bit - he started being more true to himself - and Ivy began to get behind his "mask".
Loved their sexy and fun times! Lead up tension was hot and the sheet time did not disappoint. As their relationship grew it seemed to bring out the best in both of them. I knew I was hooked when - I could feel the excitement in my belly and couldn't quit turning the pages.
I did get frustrated with Chase in not telling Ivy about his double life sooner. Her reaction was deserved and he did have to grovel a bit. So Yay!
absolutely loved this quote from the book: "our past shouldn’t define us. We are in charge of our future, and we can decide to be happy and move on or to be stuck in the past."
All in all a good, sweet, sexy ride!
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review
The mMC - Chase - was a bit of an arrogant, self-centered and self absorbed Rich Guy, who was leading a double life. Never being true to himself. Granted he was good looking and apparently "could have any woman he wanted"
Enter the fMC - Ivy - Free spirited, self reliant, Artist - yes, she came from a similar background to Chase but she never hesitated to blaze her own trail! (by the way I loved her - even with her hang ups)
They meet at a high society charity event that neither want to be at. She rejects him - and of course that makes him want to get her even more.
At their next meeting - "accidental" - (he sort of stalked her on FB) - she begins to realize that maybe there is more to him than meets the eye. He gets her number and promises to call.
So far I'm thinking - I've read this story a hundred times...then things change as they begin to develop their relationship. I actually began to like Chase a bit - he started being more true to himself - and Ivy began to get behind his "mask".
Loved their sexy and fun times! Lead up tension was hot and the sheet time did not disappoint. As their relationship grew it seemed to bring out the best in both of them. I knew I was hooked when - I could feel the excitement in my belly and couldn't quit turning the pages.
I did get frustrated with Chase in not telling Ivy about his double life sooner. Her reaction was deserved and he did have to grovel a bit. So Yay!
absolutely loved this quote from the book: "our past shouldn’t define us. We are in charge of our future, and we can decide to be happy and move on or to be stuck in the past."
All in all a good, sweet, sexy ride!
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review
September 14, 2015
Received a copy in exchange for an honest review
“Chase bends down, grabs me by the hips, and throws me over his shoulder like some conquering warrior. He carries me over to his monstrous dining table and places me gently on my feet.”
5 sexy rock stars!!! Good grief this book was off the charts sexy!!! Chase is the epitome of a bad boy rock star and I loved every minute of it!!!
Ivy Maisen thinks she knows exactly what type of guy Chase Hudson is — billionaire, extremely good looking, cocky as hell, and a guy that women salivate over...
But looks can be deceiving...
Underneath the tuxedo, luxurious demeanor and smooth character is a bad boy covered in tattoos, piercings, the lead singer in a band, and he owns three of the clubs that Ivy frequents.
Oh and he rides a Harley...
Will Ivy finally open her eyes and allow herself to see the real Chase or will she reject his alter-ego and refuse his advances again and again?
When desire is tainted with deception and lies, does that person become less desirable?
Could love be the one thing powerful enough to push them past the deception and down to the real person underneath the facade?
I can’t even begin to explain how much I loved this book!! I love a good rocker book and Tainted Deception, fueled my love for them!! You fall in love with Ivy and Chase as you read. I was sucked in and I didn’t put my kindle down until I was done reading, it really pulls you in!!! I can’t even begin to describe how amazing this book and love story is!! You won’t be disappointed.
**Received a copy in exchange for an honest review. Read and reviewed by Melissa for Alpha Book Club**
“Chase bends down, grabs me by the hips, and throws me over his shoulder like some conquering warrior. He carries me over to his monstrous dining table and places me gently on my feet.”
5 sexy rock stars!!! Good grief this book was off the charts sexy!!! Chase is the epitome of a bad boy rock star and I loved every minute of it!!!
Ivy Maisen thinks she knows exactly what type of guy Chase Hudson is — billionaire, extremely good looking, cocky as hell, and a guy that women salivate over...
But looks can be deceiving...
Underneath the tuxedo, luxurious demeanor and smooth character is a bad boy covered in tattoos, piercings, the lead singer in a band, and he owns three of the clubs that Ivy frequents.
Oh and he rides a Harley...
Will Ivy finally open her eyes and allow herself to see the real Chase or will she reject his alter-ego and refuse his advances again and again?
When desire is tainted with deception and lies, does that person become less desirable?
Could love be the one thing powerful enough to push them past the deception and down to the real person underneath the facade?
I can’t even begin to explain how much I loved this book!! I love a good rocker book and Tainted Deception, fueled my love for them!! You fall in love with Ivy and Chase as you read. I was sucked in and I didn’t put my kindle down until I was done reading, it really pulls you in!!! I can’t even begin to describe how amazing this book and love story is!! You won’t be disappointed.
**Received a copy in exchange for an honest review. Read and reviewed by Melissa for Alpha Book Club**
November 17, 2015
I like books about Billionaire CEO's but mix a hot Rockstar into the mix and this could be my ultimate book!!!
By day Chase Hudson is a hot CEO, women love him, men want to be him but underneath his sexy expensive suit by night is one hot tattooed, pierced rock god.
Ivy Maisen hate the privileged world she has been brought up in, she has tattoos, loves art and works in a gallery - she followed her dreams and made them happen, fortunately her parents love and support her, they may not like the path she followed but love her.
One night Ivy attends a party with her parents and this is where she meets Chase.
When personalities clash, deep secrets hidden by both of them will Chase and Ivy ever truly find their happy place?
This is my first time reading a book by Aleya Michelle, i really loved the overall plot, i loved Ivy but it was the character Chase i really enjoyed watching him develop throughout the book.
By day Chase Hudson is a hot CEO, women love him, men want to be him but underneath his sexy expensive suit by night is one hot tattooed, pierced rock god.
Ivy Maisen hate the privileged world she has been brought up in, she has tattoos, loves art and works in a gallery - she followed her dreams and made them happen, fortunately her parents love and support her, they may not like the path she followed but love her.
One night Ivy attends a party with her parents and this is where she meets Chase.
When personalities clash, deep secrets hidden by both of them will Chase and Ivy ever truly find their happy place?
This is my first time reading a book by Aleya Michelle, i really loved the overall plot, i loved Ivy but it was the character Chase i really enjoyed watching him develop throughout the book.
December 29, 2015
Chase & Ivy
Chase is a billionaire by day and rocker my night. He's great.
Ivy is the daughter of rich parents and an artist. I love Ivy!
They meet and their relationship is sizzling hot!
Love it!
Chase is a billionaire by day and rocker my night. He's great.
Ivy is the daughter of rich parents and an artist. I love Ivy!
They meet and their relationship is sizzling hot!
Love it!
September 10, 2015
I love books about Rockstars and I love books about CEO's... combine them into 1 book and I thought I'd died and gone to Heaven......What an absolutely amazing combination. This book caught my attention right before I even started it......
I have read all of Aleya Michelle's other books and I have to say that this book is her absolute BEST!!!!!! It got my attention right in the first chapter (rarely does that happen)...... We meet Chase Hudson he is a smoking hot sexy Billionaire, CEO who is as cocky as all hell and women just find him irresistible....... But he has another to him...... underneath his stuffy suit there is a body to die for...... lots of amazing tattoos...... piercings..... and to top it all off he is the lead singer of a band called Hardcore.......
Ivy Maisen has been bought up in the "rich world" but isn't overly impressed with it.... she hate the rich and shameless...... she has tattoo's..... she paints... and works in a gallery........
Chase and Ivy meet at a fundraising dinner....... she instantly takes a dislike to him as he appears to be all she hates...... Chase, of course, takes an instant like to her as she is everything he wants to be.........
This book has twists and turns that you won't see coming......... Will love conquer all?????? Will the differences between Chase and Ivy be too much??????? How will Ivy feel when she finds out about Chase's other side??????? What secrets does Ivy have?????? Are these two destined to be together?????? I'm not going to tell you anymore other than to say I highly recommend this book....... Read it for yourself you will not be disappointed.........
I was given an ARC by the Author for an honest review.... I loved the book so much that I also purchased a copy as well.
I have read all of Aleya Michelle's other books and I have to say that this book is her absolute BEST!!!!!! It got my attention right in the first chapter (rarely does that happen)...... We meet Chase Hudson he is a smoking hot sexy Billionaire, CEO who is as cocky as all hell and women just find him irresistible....... But he has another to him...... underneath his stuffy suit there is a body to die for...... lots of amazing tattoos...... piercings..... and to top it all off he is the lead singer of a band called Hardcore.......
Ivy Maisen has been bought up in the "rich world" but isn't overly impressed with it.... she hate the rich and shameless...... she has tattoo's..... she paints... and works in a gallery........
Chase and Ivy meet at a fundraising dinner....... she instantly takes a dislike to him as he appears to be all she hates...... Chase, of course, takes an instant like to her as she is everything he wants to be.........
This book has twists and turns that you won't see coming......... Will love conquer all?????? Will the differences between Chase and Ivy be too much??????? How will Ivy feel when she finds out about Chase's other side??????? What secrets does Ivy have?????? Are these two destined to be together?????? I'm not going to tell you anymore other than to say I highly recommend this book....... Read it for yourself you will not be disappointed.........
I was given an ARC by the Author for an honest review.... I loved the book so much that I also purchased a copy as well.
September 15, 2015
~ I was given this book for an honest review~
After reading this book, the title was perfect for the storyline. I swear everyone in this book was holding secrets, some worse than others but in the end they were all coming out in the open. I truly loved Ivy. She grew up privileged with money but she didn’t let that stop her, she still followed her dream even though her parents had other plans for her. They still supported her and loved. Her mom wasn’t thrilled about the thrift store furniture in her apartment. Ivy, to please her parents still attended all the parties and that is where she meets Chase. Chase, is in the role of a lifetime..taking over his dad’s company but he knows deep down, he doesn’t want it. He does everything to please his dad while keeping his true passion secret from him. That all changes when he meets Ivy. He sees how she lives her life and is truly happy. She changes something in him and challenges him to come clean. But when he does, she does not take it well at all. But don’t think she’s perfect, she hiding something as well. Like I said, everyone of the main characters is hiding something. Chase to me as a character was a scared little boy still trying to come to terms with losing his mom and pleasing his mom. He grew a lot throughout this book and by the end of it, He stood up to his dad, got the life he wanted to live and the girl. There were definitely some sweet moments with Chase and Ivy but as soon as you enjoy those, all hell is breaking loose and you wonder if they will make it out alive. This book was really, really good and I’m so glad I got to read it. It kept my attention from beginning to end. I would definitely recommend this book to everyone I know!
Reviewed by Amy
After reading this book, the title was perfect for the storyline. I swear everyone in this book was holding secrets, some worse than others but in the end they were all coming out in the open. I truly loved Ivy. She grew up privileged with money but she didn’t let that stop her, she still followed her dream even though her parents had other plans for her. They still supported her and loved. Her mom wasn’t thrilled about the thrift store furniture in her apartment. Ivy, to please her parents still attended all the parties and that is where she meets Chase. Chase, is in the role of a lifetime..taking over his dad’s company but he knows deep down, he doesn’t want it. He does everything to please his dad while keeping his true passion secret from him. That all changes when he meets Ivy. He sees how she lives her life and is truly happy. She changes something in him and challenges him to come clean. But when he does, she does not take it well at all. But don’t think she’s perfect, she hiding something as well. Like I said, everyone of the main characters is hiding something. Chase to me as a character was a scared little boy still trying to come to terms with losing his mom and pleasing his mom. He grew a lot throughout this book and by the end of it, He stood up to his dad, got the life he wanted to live and the girl. There were definitely some sweet moments with Chase and Ivy but as soon as you enjoy those, all hell is breaking loose and you wonder if they will make it out alive. This book was really, really good and I’m so glad I got to read it. It kept my attention from beginning to end. I would definitely recommend this book to everyone I know!
Reviewed by Amy
September 14, 2015
~ I was given this book for an honest review~
After reading this book, the title was perfect for the storyline. I swear everyone in this book was holding secrets, some worse than others but in the end they were all coming out in the open. I truly loved Ivy. She grew up privileged with money but she didn’t let that stop her, she still followed her dream even though her parents had other plans for her. They still supported her and loved. Her mom wasn’t thrilled about the thrift store furniture in her apartment. Ivy, to please her parents still attended all the parties and that is where she meets Chase. Chase, is in the role of a lifetime..taking over his dad’s company but he knows deep down, he doesn’t want it. He does everything to please his dad while keeping his true passion secret from him. That all changes when he meets Ivy. He sees how she lives her life and is truly happy. She changes something in him and challenges him to come clean. But when he does, she does not take it well at all. But don’t think she’s perfect, she hiding something as well. Like I said, everyone of the main characters is hiding something. Chase to me as a character was a scared little boy still trying to come to terms with losing his mom and pleasing his mom. He grew a lot throughout this book and by the end of it, He stood up to his dad, got the life he wanted to live and the girl. There were definitely some sweet moments with Chase and Ivy but as soon as you enjoy those, all hell is breaking loose and you wonder if they will make it out alive. This book was really, really good and I’m so glad I got to read it. It kept my attention from beginning to end. I would definitely recommend this book to everyone I know!
After reading this book, the title was perfect for the storyline. I swear everyone in this book was holding secrets, some worse than others but in the end they were all coming out in the open. I truly loved Ivy. She grew up privileged with money but she didn’t let that stop her, she still followed her dream even though her parents had other plans for her. They still supported her and loved. Her mom wasn’t thrilled about the thrift store furniture in her apartment. Ivy, to please her parents still attended all the parties and that is where she meets Chase. Chase, is in the role of a lifetime..taking over his dad’s company but he knows deep down, he doesn’t want it. He does everything to please his dad while keeping his true passion secret from him. That all changes when he meets Ivy. He sees how she lives her life and is truly happy. She changes something in him and challenges him to come clean. But when he does, she does not take it well at all. But don’t think she’s perfect, she hiding something as well. Like I said, everyone of the main characters is hiding something. Chase to me as a character was a scared little boy still trying to come to terms with losing his mom and pleasing his mom. He grew a lot throughout this book and by the end of it, He stood up to his dad, got the life he wanted to live and the girl. There were definitely some sweet moments with Chase and Ivy but as soon as you enjoy those, all hell is breaking loose and you wonder if they will make it out alive. This book was really, really good and I’m so glad I got to read it. It kept my attention from beginning to end. I would definitely recommend this book to everyone I know!
September 17, 2015
Chase Hudson billionaire business man by day and bad boy rocker by night,hes every womans dream tattoos and piercings,a Harley,oh and drop dead gorgeous.He took over his fathers business but Chase grows tired of trying to live up to what his father expects him to be they don’t have an easy relationship.
Ivy Maisen she came from a rich privileged family she wanted for nothing her parents loved the social events but Ivy wasn’t interested in any of that she loved her simplistic lifestyle,her job and her love of art .Bowing to pressure from her parents to attend one of their many social events Ivy first sets eyes on Chase,the don’t get off to a good start she thinks shes knows his type ,he thinks the same of her.Both couldn’t be more wrong.Chase is persistent he wants to see Ivy and she tries to tell herself she doesn’t find him attractive.They finally start spending time together and falling for each other but with both of them keeping secrets can they build a relationship when neither ne of them are being truthful about who they really are? Throw in some twists and turns some red hot sex and you have everything you need for a sexy fab read!!
I loved this book I have read all this authors books so far and I think this is my favourite Chase I fell for him so bad…hes stuffy,rich and spoilt he loves the rich lifestyle and all the trappings but is he happier as the bad boy rocker?Ivy she was an amazing character she was selfless,loyal and caring ,the two of them together were something else though they brought out the best in each other.He tried to expensively impress her,she tried to show him you don’t need to flash the cash to have a good time.So sad when it ended but cant wait for the next book from this very talented author
Ivy Maisen she came from a rich privileged family she wanted for nothing her parents loved the social events but Ivy wasn’t interested in any of that she loved her simplistic lifestyle,her job and her love of art .Bowing to pressure from her parents to attend one of their many social events Ivy first sets eyes on Chase,the don’t get off to a good start she thinks shes knows his type ,he thinks the same of her.Both couldn’t be more wrong.Chase is persistent he wants to see Ivy and she tries to tell herself she doesn’t find him attractive.They finally start spending time together and falling for each other but with both of them keeping secrets can they build a relationship when neither ne of them are being truthful about who they really are? Throw in some twists and turns some red hot sex and you have everything you need for a sexy fab read!!
I loved this book I have read all this authors books so far and I think this is my favourite Chase I fell for him so bad…hes stuffy,rich and spoilt he loves the rich lifestyle and all the trappings but is he happier as the bad boy rocker?Ivy she was an amazing character she was selfless,loyal and caring ,the two of them together were something else though they brought out the best in each other.He tried to expensively impress her,she tried to show him you don’t need to flash the cash to have a good time.So sad when it ended but cant wait for the next book from this very talented author
September 13, 2015
Chase/Chaser OMG he is yummy and everything book boyfriend stands for !! The hot businessman with a wild and reckless side, the gorgeous pierced and tattooed body hidden beneath and fitted suit and tie. SWOON , PANTY MELTING and SEXY FUN FUN FUN !! You had me with the dual POV and the secret life.
Chase as Chaser is fun and I love a good rock group story BUT then seeing him as Chase in a suit at an event , wow delicious !! Chase meeting Ivy for the first time was comical. He thinks one thing of her and she thinks one thing of him. they couldn't be more wrong. They both get a small glimpse of the real Ivy and Chase which eggs them on enough to want to find out more. Ivy goes against her better judgement to find out just who Chase Hudson is. She won't be let down !! Not only does Chase have his secrets but Ivy has hers too. I swear these two are so perfect for each other !! The story does go at a quick pace and there isn't too much drama in the midst of their relationship. I think the most shock for them was how easily they fell into the relationship status. The sex is off the charts hot and I could read all day long about Chase and his dirty talk and bedroom or anywhere sexy time !! Not until Ivy confesses her secret does Chase decide to do the same. Will Ivy accept his truths as easily as he does hers ?? Can these two save their relationship despite their other lives ?? This was a quick read and a very enjoyable one too !!
Chase as Chaser is fun and I love a good rock group story BUT then seeing him as Chase in a suit at an event , wow delicious !! Chase meeting Ivy for the first time was comical. He thinks one thing of her and she thinks one thing of him. they couldn't be more wrong. They both get a small glimpse of the real Ivy and Chase which eggs them on enough to want to find out more. Ivy goes against her better judgement to find out just who Chase Hudson is. She won't be let down !! Not only does Chase have his secrets but Ivy has hers too. I swear these two are so perfect for each other !! The story does go at a quick pace and there isn't too much drama in the midst of their relationship. I think the most shock for them was how easily they fell into the relationship status. The sex is off the charts hot and I could read all day long about Chase and his dirty talk and bedroom or anywhere sexy time !! Not until Ivy confesses her secret does Chase decide to do the same. Will Ivy accept his truths as easily as he does hers ?? Can these two save their relationship despite their other lives ?? This was a quick read and a very enjoyable one too !!
October 4, 2015
Im a huge fan of Aleya Michelle, loved her first 3 book series from the Breaking my Heart ,Healing my Heart and Forever in my heart.
Tainted Deception is a whole new story and loved it as much as the first books
This is about Chase a sexy billionaire, runs the family business kind of guy, who has a secret life to free him from the every day business world as a Rock singer in his band Hardcore.
He see's Ivy at a fundraiser event and must have her. she is also from a rich family but hates that kind of life, and has no interest in anyone from that world. she wants a guy with tats and rocker image. little does she know she found him
but his secret life might just come back and bite him
their affair is excited and watching them grow together and go though their ups and downs was great to read
Tainted Deception is a whole new story and loved it as much as the first books
This is about Chase a sexy billionaire, runs the family business kind of guy, who has a secret life to free him from the every day business world as a Rock singer in his band Hardcore.
He see's Ivy at a fundraiser event and must have her. she is also from a rich family but hates that kind of life, and has no interest in anyone from that world. she wants a guy with tats and rocker image. little does she know she found him
but his secret life might just come back and bite him
their affair is excited and watching them grow together and go though their ups and downs was great to read
September 21, 2015
WOW!!! What a book!! The combination of a hot rocker and a hot CEO all rolled into one! There are twists and turns and a little bit of mystery that has you on the edge of your seat. There is deception but it ends with a happy ending. Chase the hot CEO by day and the hot rocker by night leads a double life. Ivy is smart, sexy and humble. She doesn't let her money rule her life. Ivy tries to fight her attraction to Chase. Ivy thinks he's just another cocky billionaire but to her surprise is different in many ways. The chemistry between Chase and Ivy is super hot! Aleya did an amazing job! I couldn't put the book down.
September 28, 2015
I really enjoyed this story, it has lots of twists and turns that as you read through it the danger grips you. There are lots of things hidden between the two of them but you can't help feeling the bond between them and this says a lot for the writing and how the characters develop and really does deserve a read. if you like billionaire, rock star, strong women and fate then this is the story for you
September 13, 2015
WOW - this was a cool read indeed. Chase/Chase badboy Rockstar/billionaire.. he was HOT stuff!
Ivy and Chase are from different worlds... or so they think - what happens when they collide?
The storyline kept me glued turning page to page and most def keeps you gripped to wanting to know what is in store next for these guys.
Top recommendation for all lovers of Billionaires and Rock star books- this will knock your socks off fo sho!
Ivy and Chase are from different worlds... or so they think - what happens when they collide?
The storyline kept me glued turning page to page and most def keeps you gripped to wanting to know what is in store next for these guys.
Top recommendation for all lovers of Billionaires and Rock star books- this will knock your socks off fo sho!
September 10, 2015
Ivy and Chase come from two different worlds. can two worlds collide ????
this book had me sitting on the edge of the seat and wanting more
if you want a book thats full of ups and downs and how two worlds can come together
this book is a need on your bookshelf
this book had me sitting on the edge of the seat and wanting more
if you want a book thats full of ups and downs and how two worlds can come together
this book is a need on your bookshelf
June 11, 2016
Loved it! Both Ivy and Chase are hiding secret identities. But there are so many dirty secrets, dirty deals and shady characters in this story, that sometimes it's difficult to figure out who's "playing" who? Nicely Done!
July 13, 2018
Great
Written well. Keep me interested on every page. I can visualize chase and ivy and I’ll the places they went. It was like I was there.
Written well. Keep me interested on every page. I can visualize chase and ivy and I’ll the places they went. It was like I was there.
October 1, 2016
This book was okay. It did get a little bit better at the end. I liked reading Tainted Deception, but I did feel like there were parts that could have had some more details. Overall, I enjoyed it.
January 18, 2016
"You know you are in love when you don't want to fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams." -Dr. Seuss
Chase Hudson, twenty-eight year old billionaire and director of Hudson Industries, knows how to put on a smile and play the part to please everyone including his father. All Chase really wants is to be Chaser, the tattooed lead singer of Hardcore. Chase feels like a ticking bomb leading this double life. Straight-laced, serious and stern during the week and impulsive, spontaneous Chaser on the weekend.
"But if I have learned anything from Ivy, it is that our past shouldn't define us. We are in charge of our future, and we can decide to be happy and move on or to be stuck in the past."-Chase aka Chaser Hudson
Ivy Maisen, wants nothing to do with guys like Chase. Shes an artist as well as works in a museum. Having suffered trough tragedy in her past she found art as a form of therapy. Her favorite pastime is rocking out with groupies at concerts. “Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life” is the saying Ivy lives by. Life is what you make of it and she plans on making her memorable.
"He is unlike any other person I've met. I feel as though my soul was split in half before I was born and I've found it again with him -- he is my missing half."- Ivy Maisen
Will Ivy give Chase a chance and what happens when she learns about Chaser? Will she accept his alter-ego?
This is the first book I’ve read by this author. The synopsis of the book had me excited when it became available for Kylie’s Fiction Addiction. The story is told in multiple points of views. I was hooked from the start but unfortunately when the author started to reference another popular book I was somewhat disappointed. The reference was not necessary and actually took away from the scene. I did appreciate how the author didn’t have Chase and Ivy have an instant relationship. She did take time to built the relationship, but some of the issues from their past seemed to be left unanswered. One particular event was from when Chase was a child. It seemed that the author was going to go more into it and reveal what truly happened but that did not occur. Parts of the book did seem to move a little slower than I would have preferred and then when the book took a major turn near the end, it felt choppy and rushed. I did like the suspense in when or how Ivy was going to find out about Chase being Chaser. It happened in a total different way than I expected. This book has the potential of being a five star read.
Chase Hudson, twenty-eight year old billionaire and director of Hudson Industries, knows how to put on a smile and play the part to please everyone including his father. All Chase really wants is to be Chaser, the tattooed lead singer of Hardcore. Chase feels like a ticking bomb leading this double life. Straight-laced, serious and stern during the week and impulsive, spontaneous Chaser on the weekend.
"But if I have learned anything from Ivy, it is that our past shouldn't define us. We are in charge of our future, and we can decide to be happy and move on or to be stuck in the past."-Chase aka Chaser Hudson
Ivy Maisen, wants nothing to do with guys like Chase. Shes an artist as well as works in a museum. Having suffered trough tragedy in her past she found art as a form of therapy. Her favorite pastime is rocking out with groupies at concerts. “Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life” is the saying Ivy lives by. Life is what you make of it and she plans on making her memorable.
"He is unlike any other person I've met. I feel as though my soul was split in half before I was born and I've found it again with him -- he is my missing half."- Ivy Maisen
Will Ivy give Chase a chance and what happens when she learns about Chaser? Will she accept his alter-ego?
This is the first book I’ve read by this author. The synopsis of the book had me excited when it became available for Kylie’s Fiction Addiction. The story is told in multiple points of views. I was hooked from the start but unfortunately when the author started to reference another popular book I was somewhat disappointed. The reference was not necessary and actually took away from the scene. I did appreciate how the author didn’t have Chase and Ivy have an instant relationship. She did take time to built the relationship, but some of the issues from their past seemed to be left unanswered. One particular event was from when Chase was a child. It seemed that the author was going to go more into it and reveal what truly happened but that did not occur. Parts of the book did seem to move a little slower than I would have preferred and then when the book took a major turn near the end, it felt choppy and rushed. I did like the suspense in when or how Ivy was going to find out about Chase being Chaser. It happened in a total different way than I expected. This book has the potential of being a five star read.
January 22, 2016
You can find the review at my blog : MessingWithImagination
Title : Tainted Deception
Author : Aleya Michelle
My Rating : 3.5 / 5 stars
The book follows the story of Ivy and Chase. Ivy Maisen is that type of a character, who is trying to break away from the stereotyped daughter image of a rich family and Chase Hudson is the type of guy that Ivy thinks she wants to escape — billionaire, extremely good looking, cocky as hell, and a guy that women salivate over.
But looks can be deceiving…
Underneath the tuxedo, luxurious demeanor and smooth character is a bad boy covered in tattoos, piercings, and the lead singer in a band. Will Ivy finally open her eyes and allow herself to see the real Chase?
I loved the first half of the book very much; it was all I would want from a contemporary romance novel to be really good. The lead characters Ivy and Chase were great and their character buildup was good. The plotline was easy to follow and the book was paced. I loved how the author brought out variations in both Ivy and Chase’s characters.
What disappointed me very much was that the book focused only on the lead characters; I know you must be thinking that “Isn’t contemporary romance genres are usually like that?”, Yes they are but when a 250+ pages novel does that it gets a bit draggy. The author could have either cut short the book’s length or could have expanded the climax with Chase’s friend Talon. The overall idea of Talon’s story was very good but it felt as if the author couldn’t do justice to it as it was given a very small part in such a big book and was rushed up.
The author could have focused more on intertwining talon’s story with the lead character’s life rather than on the lead’s physical relationship. It’s fun to get a glimpse of the romantic scenario happening between the lead couple but we lose interest once things get repetitive.
Overall the book is a good one and I would definitely suggest it for anyone who is looking for romantic genres and especially for those who are freshly entering into the romantic genre world.
I rate this book 3.5 stars out of 5 stars.
Note: I won this book in goodreads giveaway and so I would like to thank goodreads and the author Aleya Michelle for sending me this book at the earliest.
Title : Tainted Deception
Author : Aleya Michelle
My Rating : 3.5 / 5 stars
The book follows the story of Ivy and Chase. Ivy Maisen is that type of a character, who is trying to break away from the stereotyped daughter image of a rich family and Chase Hudson is the type of guy that Ivy thinks she wants to escape — billionaire, extremely good looking, cocky as hell, and a guy that women salivate over.
But looks can be deceiving…
Underneath the tuxedo, luxurious demeanor and smooth character is a bad boy covered in tattoos, piercings, and the lead singer in a band. Will Ivy finally open her eyes and allow herself to see the real Chase?
I loved the first half of the book very much; it was all I would want from a contemporary romance novel to be really good. The lead characters Ivy and Chase were great and their character buildup was good. The plotline was easy to follow and the book was paced. I loved how the author brought out variations in both Ivy and Chase’s characters.
What disappointed me very much was that the book focused only on the lead characters; I know you must be thinking that “Isn’t contemporary romance genres are usually like that?”, Yes they are but when a 250+ pages novel does that it gets a bit draggy. The author could have either cut short the book’s length or could have expanded the climax with Chase’s friend Talon. The overall idea of Talon’s story was very good but it felt as if the author couldn’t do justice to it as it was given a very small part in such a big book and was rushed up.
The author could have focused more on intertwining talon’s story with the lead character’s life rather than on the lead’s physical relationship. It’s fun to get a glimpse of the romantic scenario happening between the lead couple but we lose interest once things get repetitive.
Overall the book is a good one and I would definitely suggest it for anyone who is looking for romantic genres and especially for those who are freshly entering into the romantic genre world.
I rate this book 3.5 stars out of 5 stars.
Note: I won this book in goodreads giveaway and so I would like to thank goodreads and the author Aleya Michelle for sending me this book at the earliest.
January 26, 2016
4 -- The Rocker And The Artist -- stars
Chase is the director of Hudson Industries, but he’s secretly also the lead singer and guitarist of the rock band Hardcore. When he’s the director, he’s a perfectionist, wears fancy clothes and he has certain goals in his life. Chase hates that job and the way his dad treats him at work, but he loves that he can give a lot of money to people who need it. Chase as the rocker is the total opposite of the director; he’s carefree, impulsive and wild. He likes to show off his tattoos and wears clothes with holes. Chaser loves to sing, perform and entertain. Chase is also cocky, arrogant and knows he’s good looking.
Ivy is a daughter of a rich business man. She works at an art museum and loves to paint. She wears colorful cloths and has a couple tattoos. She is very passionate about what she believes in. Her ex-boyfriend cheated on her with someone she knows and now she has trust issues.
Ivy and Chase meet each other at a charity event and he wants her. She wants him too, but her hate for men with a lot of money holds her back. When she sees him not wearing his suit and at a beach, she sees him differently. They actually have a couple of things in common, like the love for tattoos and they both lost a family member tragically. They go on a couple dates and things get heated between them. They both have secrets that they don’t dare to say, because they’re afraid of the reaction. When the secrets are revealed, someone reacts better than the other one.
I really enjoyed this book and the dates they went on. I love Chase and Ivy. Chase can be really sweet and he changes his goals for Ivy. Ivy is a strong woman and really loves him. I also love the secondary characters, especially Lilly. I liked Talon at first, but then he started acting weird. I hated Christopher, Chase’s brother, and I didn’t trust him. If the ending wasn’t so rushed, this book would have been 5 stars for me!
Chase is the director of Hudson Industries, but he’s secretly also the lead singer and guitarist of the rock band Hardcore. When he’s the director, he’s a perfectionist, wears fancy clothes and he has certain goals in his life. Chase hates that job and the way his dad treats him at work, but he loves that he can give a lot of money to people who need it. Chase as the rocker is the total opposite of the director; he’s carefree, impulsive and wild. He likes to show off his tattoos and wears clothes with holes. Chaser loves to sing, perform and entertain. Chase is also cocky, arrogant and knows he’s good looking.
Ivy is a daughter of a rich business man. She works at an art museum and loves to paint. She wears colorful cloths and has a couple tattoos. She is very passionate about what she believes in. Her ex-boyfriend cheated on her with someone she knows and now she has trust issues.
Ivy and Chase meet each other at a charity event and he wants her. She wants him too, but her hate for men with a lot of money holds her back. When she sees him not wearing his suit and at a beach, she sees him differently. They actually have a couple of things in common, like the love for tattoos and they both lost a family member tragically. They go on a couple dates and things get heated between them. They both have secrets that they don’t dare to say, because they’re afraid of the reaction. When the secrets are revealed, someone reacts better than the other one.
I really enjoyed this book and the dates they went on. I love Chase and Ivy. Chase can be really sweet and he changes his goals for Ivy. Ivy is a strong woman and really loves him. I also love the secondary characters, especially Lilly. I liked Talon at first, but then he started acting weird. I hated Christopher, Chase’s brother, and I didn’t trust him. If the ending wasn’t so rushed, this book would have been 5 stars for me!
June 10, 2016
I would consider this book to be a “crossover” which means it’s for those of you who like billionaire romances and rock romance. Chase Hudson is head of Hudson Enterprises with his father, Charles. This suave business man knows how to work not only his clients but the boardroom as well. Not only that, he is one of the most eligible bachelors around. I mean, who wouldn’t want this hot, sexy, successful business man?! Well, we might have found the girl for that…Ivy Maisen is also from money but she tries as much as she can to separate herself from the money since she believes in helping people who need help and her passion is being an artist. So when Ivy meets Chase at a charity event she has to give it to him, he is damn sexy but as she knows from experience money isn’t everything and she is just looking for someone who will be straight forward with her and not have any secrets. Ivy has been cheated on once already by a rich businessman that her parents approved of. So she was going to stay away from this type of guy for all it was worth.
Chase has his work cut out for him in trying to get Ivy to see that there was more to him than his bank account. Oh, if Ivy only knew that this rich, sexy businessman was also living a double life as Chaser, lead singer to rock band Hardcore. This is the real Chase; a man who lives for his music and could give a crap about the workings in the business world. But once Chase starts trying to win Ivy over how is he going to reveal to her about his secret life? Is this the only secret that Chase has? Ivy seems pretty straight forward and wouldn’t be keeping things from Chase either…or would she? This is two people with big secrets who hope above everything else that their secrets won’t put an end to this budding romance.
Chase has his work cut out for him in trying to get Ivy to see that there was more to him than his bank account. Oh, if Ivy only knew that this rich, sexy businessman was also living a double life as Chaser, lead singer to rock band Hardcore. This is the real Chase; a man who lives for his music and could give a crap about the workings in the business world. But once Chase starts trying to win Ivy over how is he going to reveal to her about his secret life? Is this the only secret that Chase has? Ivy seems pretty straight forward and wouldn’t be keeping things from Chase either…or would she? This is two people with big secrets who hope above everything else that their secrets won’t put an end to this budding romance.
September 18, 2015
Tainted Deception
I have read all of Ayela Michelle’s book and now her lastest Tainted Deception would have to be one of the best.
Chase Hudson, he is rich and powerful, but leads a double life, he wants to be chaser the lead singer of Hardcore, ride his Harley and find the one women who will except him for who he really is.
Ivy Maisen comes from money but rebels, she is nothing like what her mother want her to be, and when she meet Chase Hudson for the first time feels drawn to him but rejects him because of his money and position.
These two are destined to be together the chemistry is there but Ivy is determined to resist until she meet the real Chase Hudson, tattoo clad, carefree person he is. Nothing will stand in their way, once they truly see what the other is like, once all the the expectations of others have been stripped and they each bare their souls to one another.
This book has drama and romance, they both have a lot of hurdles to jump and they both learn to forgive, they know a lot of people try and pull them apart but their love is strong. They were destine to be together, especially when the had meet years before and the pull for them to be together was strong then.
I loved this and found myself spiralling through the pages holding on and hope they could over come those who where plotting against them. Hoping that they were strong enough to forgive and true let love shine.
I gave this book 5 star and look forward to what Ayela Michelle has installed for us next.
I have read all of Ayela Michelle’s book and now her lastest Tainted Deception would have to be one of the best.
Chase Hudson, he is rich and powerful, but leads a double life, he wants to be chaser the lead singer of Hardcore, ride his Harley and find the one women who will except him for who he really is.
Ivy Maisen comes from money but rebels, she is nothing like what her mother want her to be, and when she meet Chase Hudson for the first time feels drawn to him but rejects him because of his money and position.
These two are destined to be together the chemistry is there but Ivy is determined to resist until she meet the real Chase Hudson, tattoo clad, carefree person he is. Nothing will stand in their way, once they truly see what the other is like, once all the the expectations of others have been stripped and they each bare their souls to one another.
This book has drama and romance, they both have a lot of hurdles to jump and they both learn to forgive, they know a lot of people try and pull them apart but their love is strong. They were destine to be together, especially when the had meet years before and the pull for them to be together was strong then.
I loved this and found myself spiralling through the pages holding on and hope they could over come those who where plotting against them. Hoping that they were strong enough to forgive and true let love shine.
I gave this book 5 star and look forward to what Ayela Michelle has installed for us next.
September 18, 2015
There is no better title for this book cause you will get to see a story with lies, deceit, passion and a double life. This is the first book I've read by this author and I will definitely be reading more by this author.
Ivy grew up in the high class society and she despises this world and shops at thrift stores and gives her trust fund money to charity while working her dream job that her parents are not happy about.
Chase is living a double life by day he is a corporate executive wearing tuxedos/suits working in his dad's company that he hates and has to live up to the high society world and by night he is a bad boy with tattoos who sings in a band and owns some night clubs. This is the life that he prefers and is working to get this life he wishes to live.
Chase and Ivy meet at a charity event and they have instant chemistry; however, she hates this high society life so she pushes away from Chase. Chase must show her that you shouldn't judge a book by its cover cause there's always a story so much better than just looking at the outside.
Will Ivy choose the real Chase or his alter-ego Chase AKA Chaser? There is so much lies and deceit along with some danger in this story that you are left wondering if they will be able to make a relationship with everything out to get them. This story will keep you on the edge of your seats waiting to see what will happen next. The ending was best and OMG after everything that was meant to tear them apart has only made them stronger than ever. Love me some Chaser he is so hot!
Ivy grew up in the high class society and she despises this world and shops at thrift stores and gives her trust fund money to charity while working her dream job that her parents are not happy about.
Chase is living a double life by day he is a corporate executive wearing tuxedos/suits working in his dad's company that he hates and has to live up to the high society world and by night he is a bad boy with tattoos who sings in a band and owns some night clubs. This is the life that he prefers and is working to get this life he wishes to live.
Chase and Ivy meet at a charity event and they have instant chemistry; however, she hates this high society life so she pushes away from Chase. Chase must show her that you shouldn't judge a book by its cover cause there's always a story so much better than just looking at the outside.
Will Ivy choose the real Chase or his alter-ego Chase AKA Chaser? There is so much lies and deceit along with some danger in this story that you are left wondering if they will be able to make a relationship with everything out to get them. This story will keep you on the edge of your seats waiting to see what will happen next. The ending was best and OMG after everything that was meant to tear them apart has only made them stronger than ever. Love me some Chaser he is so hot!
October 2, 2015
Tainted Deception by Aleya Michelle
Meet Chase Hudson, Billionaires son and head of Hudson industries.
Gorgeous, dresses to kill, confident, a shark when it comes to business.
He also goes by Chaser a lead singer of a band full of tattoos and a Mohawk and carefree.
So far he has managed to keep his alter ego a secret and everyone thinks of him still as the billionaire playboy with a different girl on his arm each week.
That is until he meets Ivy Maisen, daughter of another rich man who having her heart broken before, now despises all rich men and will not give him the time of day. She tells chase that her type of man was one with tattoos and leather jackets, not expensive suits and cars.
Chase makes it his mission to woo her as he can't get the one female who has ever turned him down out of his head.
He even calls in sick to work to stalk her at the beach, just to prove to her that he is a bad boy with tattoos.
I enjoyed finding out whether chase gets to show her the real him and get her to love him or if she will write him off for good.
Even the insufferable parents were written very well.
There was a little surprise at the end of the book that I didn't rally see coming that was also a good little twist.
I loved this story and found myself addicted to the characters.
Recommended to all who love a romance that proves that money doesn't buy happiness and that opposites really do attract.
Meet Chase Hudson, Billionaires son and head of Hudson industries.
Gorgeous, dresses to kill, confident, a shark when it comes to business.
He also goes by Chaser a lead singer of a band full of tattoos and a Mohawk and carefree.
So far he has managed to keep his alter ego a secret and everyone thinks of him still as the billionaire playboy with a different girl on his arm each week.
That is until he meets Ivy Maisen, daughter of another rich man who having her heart broken before, now despises all rich men and will not give him the time of day. She tells chase that her type of man was one with tattoos and leather jackets, not expensive suits and cars.
Chase makes it his mission to woo her as he can't get the one female who has ever turned him down out of his head.
He even calls in sick to work to stalk her at the beach, just to prove to her that he is a bad boy with tattoos.
I enjoyed finding out whether chase gets to show her the real him and get her to love him or if she will write him off for good.
Even the insufferable parents were written very well.
There was a little surprise at the end of the book that I didn't rally see coming that was also a good little twist.
I loved this story and found myself addicted to the characters.
Recommended to all who love a romance that proves that money doesn't buy happiness and that opposites really do attract.
September 9, 2015
4 stars
There are two sides to some people for many reasons. Some are for good reasons and some are just a way to get through another day.
Chase has been put in the position of running his Dad's company with his Dad over shadowing him. His Dad wants him to reflect himself and that is something Chase will not allow himself to become. During the day he is the man running the company, but on the weekends, he's the rocker that is in his own element. No one knows Chase is Chaser, the lead singer of Hardcore, not even Ivy, the love of his life.
Ivy came from the high society click but she hates it. She is independent, doesn't need material things. She gives to help others but when she meets Chase, she puts her foot in her mouth. She thinks he is just like the rest, including her family, uppity and classic rich boy. But she finds out, Chase is nothing like that, he just puts on the persona. When Ivy finally tells Chase her secret, he knows he needs to tell her his secret but he waits and does it as a surprise.
Ivy didn't like the surprise and leaves. He knows he messed up but can he win her back?
When Chase leaves his Dad's company, Ivy is put into danger and Chase takes the danger head on and when he wakes up, Ivy tells him there is someone else there to see him and she leaves.
There are two sides to some people for many reasons. Some are for good reasons and some are just a way to get through another day.
Chase has been put in the position of running his Dad's company with his Dad over shadowing him. His Dad wants him to reflect himself and that is something Chase will not allow himself to become. During the day he is the man running the company, but on the weekends, he's the rocker that is in his own element. No one knows Chase is Chaser, the lead singer of Hardcore, not even Ivy, the love of his life.
Ivy came from the high society click but she hates it. She is independent, doesn't need material things. She gives to help others but when she meets Chase, she puts her foot in her mouth. She thinks he is just like the rest, including her family, uppity and classic rich boy. But she finds out, Chase is nothing like that, he just puts on the persona. When Ivy finally tells Chase her secret, he knows he needs to tell her his secret but he waits and does it as a surprise.
Ivy didn't like the surprise and leaves. He knows he messed up but can he win her back?
When Chase leaves his Dad's company, Ivy is put into danger and Chase takes the danger head on and when he wakes up, Ivy tells him there is someone else there to see him and she leaves.
September 23, 2015
Rockstars and HOT CEO's are two of my favorite characters in the books I LOVE to read. Aleya Michelle gives me the main character, Chase Hudson and he is both of these things BUT doesn't want the world to know about his rockstar status. He's a billionaire, cocky, and the guy ALL women want.
Ivy Maisen grew up in a rich family but didn't want to live like that. She supports herself and wants to live her life her way. She doesn't want her family to make her decisions for her. When out with her family at a function, she is met with the cockiness of Chase and she thinks she knows what kind of man he is but looks can be deceiving.
When the two run into each other, there are sparks and an instant attraction. Will they give each other a chance? Will she open her eyes and get to know the person under the suit? When she does learn about his other side and why he keeps it to himself will there be enough to get them past the lies he told?
This is an AMAZING story with lots of twists and was hot and spicy. This couple had me cheering for them from the get go. I wanted them together and they needed each other to have that balance. I had to read this story all at one sitting because I had to know what was going to happen. Thank you Aleya Michelle for an amazing read, I look forward to many more!!
Ivy Maisen grew up in a rich family but didn't want to live like that. She supports herself and wants to live her life her way. She doesn't want her family to make her decisions for her. When out with her family at a function, she is met with the cockiness of Chase and she thinks she knows what kind of man he is but looks can be deceiving.
When the two run into each other, there are sparks and an instant attraction. Will they give each other a chance? Will she open her eyes and get to know the person under the suit? When she does learn about his other side and why he keeps it to himself will there be enough to get them past the lies he told?
This is an AMAZING story with lots of twists and was hot and spicy. This couple had me cheering for them from the get go. I wanted them together and they needed each other to have that balance. I had to read this story all at one sitting because I had to know what was going to happen. Thank you Aleya Michelle for an amazing read, I look forward to many more!!
November 21, 2015
4 stars
There are two sides to some people for many reasons. Some are for good reasons and some are just a way to get through another day.
Chase has been put in the position of running his Dad's company with his Dad over shadowing him. His Dad wants him to reflect himself and that is something Chase will not allow himself to become. During the day he is the man running the company, but on the weekends, he's the rocker that is in his own element. No one knows Chase is Chaser, the lead singer of Hardcore, not even Ivy, the love of his life.
Ivy came from the high society click but she hates it. She is independent, doesn't need material things. She gives to help others but when she meets Chase, she puts her foot in her mouth. She thinks he is just like the rest, including her family, uppity and classic rich boy. But she finds out, Chase is nothing like that, he just puts on the persona. When Ivy finally tells Chase her secret, he knows he needs to tell her his secret but he waits and does it as a surprise.
Ivy didn't like the surprise and leaves. He knows he messed up but can he win her back?
When Chase leaves his Dad's company, Ivy is put into danger and Chase takes the danger head on and when he wakes up, Ivy tells him there is someone else there to see him and she leaves.
There are two sides to some people for many reasons. Some are for good reasons and some are just a way to get through another day.
Chase has been put in the position of running his Dad's company with his Dad over shadowing him. His Dad wants him to reflect himself and that is something Chase will not allow himself to become. During the day he is the man running the company, but on the weekends, he's the rocker that is in his own element. No one knows Chase is Chaser, the lead singer of Hardcore, not even Ivy, the love of his life.
Ivy came from the high society click but she hates it. She is independent, doesn't need material things. She gives to help others but when she meets Chase, she puts her foot in her mouth. She thinks he is just like the rest, including her family, uppity and classic rich boy. But she finds out, Chase is nothing like that, he just puts on the persona. When Ivy finally tells Chase her secret, he knows he needs to tell her his secret but he waits and does it as a surprise.
Ivy didn't like the surprise and leaves. He knows he messed up but can he win her back?
When Chase leaves his Dad's company, Ivy is put into danger and Chase takes the danger head on and when he wakes up, Ivy tells him there is someone else there to see him and she leaves.
September 15, 2018
I was provided with a complimentary copy of this book, through Reading Deals, so I could give an honest review.
This is the story of Chase/Chaser, CEO of Hudson Industries and lead singer/guitarist of Hardcore, and Ivy, an artist with a job at the Museum of Modern Art. The 2 are very different on the surface, Chase rich and uptight (or so Ivy thinks when she first meets him) and Ivy, carefree and not so rich. But in reality, they are more alike than they realize. Both are kind and creative, it's just the surface things like Chase's money and Ivy's disdain for riches, that make them seem so different. But they overcome their perceived differences and enter into a sweet and sexy relationship.
I really liked both Chase and Ivy. Chase was sexy, smart and had a hidden creative side. Ivy was also sexy, strong and stood up for herself. Their relationship unfolded in an organic, flowing manner, with none of the over-the-top sexiness or billionaire/poor girl tropes you see so often in romances these days. Chase's secret of his rocker persona could have been the end of their relationship, but Ivy didn't let it bother her for too long. Throw in some unlikable relatives of both Chase and Ivy, and a little drama, and you have a well-rounded, sexy story.
If you like stories with sexy heroes and heroines who love each other despite perceived differences, then this is the one for you!
This is the story of Chase/Chaser, CEO of Hudson Industries and lead singer/guitarist of Hardcore, and Ivy, an artist with a job at the Museum of Modern Art. The 2 are very different on the surface, Chase rich and uptight (or so Ivy thinks when she first meets him) and Ivy, carefree and not so rich. But in reality, they are more alike than they realize. Both are kind and creative, it's just the surface things like Chase's money and Ivy's disdain for riches, that make them seem so different. But they overcome their perceived differences and enter into a sweet and sexy relationship.
I really liked both Chase and Ivy. Chase was sexy, smart and had a hidden creative side. Ivy was also sexy, strong and stood up for herself. Their relationship unfolded in an organic, flowing manner, with none of the over-the-top sexiness or billionaire/poor girl tropes you see so often in romances these days. Chase's secret of his rocker persona could have been the end of their relationship, but Ivy didn't let it bother her for too long. Throw in some unlikable relatives of both Chase and Ivy, and a little drama, and you have a well-rounded, sexy story.
If you like stories with sexy heroes and heroines who love each other despite perceived differences, then this is the one for you!
July 5, 2016
***Review has been gifted in exchange for my honest opinion and on behalf of Kats Book Promotions/ Katsindiebookblog.*** This book is sex on a stick! You get hooked from the first page, and it just gets better with each flowing word. Chase Hudson is a Billionaire CEO by day and a Rock Star by night. What more can any woman wish for? Tattoos, piercing, Harley?? Yummy!! Chase wants nothing more than to live the life of his alter ego, it’s his dream.
Ivy grew up in the world of money, however, she doesn’t let the money rule her life like she sees so many do. Instead she uses the money and her time to help benefit the others that are less fortunate. She has a chance meeting with Chase at a party, which she had attended with her parents. She seems intrigued by him but at the same time, she tries to steers clear from him because she believes he’s just like the other money men around. Chase is infatuated by her as well, how she lives her life so free, even though she’s in the same lifestyle as he is.
Can these two possibly break from their mold and possibly start something together? Or will all these lies start getting in the way and push them apart? This is a great love story with maybe a HEA?! A great read, which makes it hard to put down. Once you think you have a breaking point, something happens which keeps you from putting it away. I highly recommend this book!
Ivy grew up in the world of money, however, she doesn’t let the money rule her life like she sees so many do. Instead she uses the money and her time to help benefit the others that are less fortunate. She has a chance meeting with Chase at a party, which she had attended with her parents. She seems intrigued by him but at the same time, she tries to steers clear from him because she believes he’s just like the other money men around. Chase is infatuated by her as well, how she lives her life so free, even though she’s in the same lifestyle as he is.
Can these two possibly break from their mold and possibly start something together? Or will all these lies start getting in the way and push them apart? This is a great love story with maybe a HEA?! A great read, which makes it hard to put down. Once you think you have a breaking point, something happens which keeps you from putting it away. I highly recommend this book!
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