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Sweet Seduction
All it takes is one sweet taste… Daisy Sinclair knows how to make a guy moan with raw pleasure. She should, as owner of the best damn bakery in Chicago. Her cinnamon buns are borderline orgasmic! Of course, standing in front of the city's biggest (and sexy-as-hell) food critic in her skivvies isn't the most professional first impression. Especially when he has a wicked glint in his eye… Jamie Forsythe isn't exactly a food critic; his twin brother is. One look at Daisy's mouthwatering curves, and Jamie knows only that he wants to have his cake and Daisy, too. Attraction mixed with deception is a recipe for disaster—the naughtiest, hottest kind imaginable. And there's no way Jamie can resist being sent to bed…with Daisy as dessert!
224 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published February 16, 2016
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February 12, 2016
I fucking loved Jamie. 4 sweet and delicious stars. I have to admit that the name and cover drew me in first. I'm glad I read this because it was much better than I thought it was going to be. There's misunderstandings, struggles and some seriously hot passion.
Daisy is a great baker dealing with the loss of her grandmother, the divorce from her jerk of an ex-husband and keeping the bakery afloat. When she meets Jamie he is impersonating his brother to do a review of her bakery. Their first meeting is hilarious considering Daisy's state of dress. When he leaves, she has a request from him to attend an event.
Jamie didn't expect to be attracted to the bakery owner when he said he would do his brother a favor. Nor did he think he'd end up banging her in the back of the bakery and asking her to join him at an event. Jamie's a lawyer by trade and planned to explain the truth to Daisy upon seeing her again but that goes when she runs into his brother before him.
The story follows as Daisy and Jamie form a relationship and go through outside issues together. Daisy doesn't get the ending most would think but it is still a great ending. She's happy, successful and in love. There was no trading one for the other and that is winning in and of itself.
Daisy is a great baker dealing with the loss of her grandmother, the divorce from her jerk of an ex-husband and keeping the bakery afloat. When she meets Jamie he is impersonating his brother to do a review of her bakery. Their first meeting is hilarious considering Daisy's state of dress. When he leaves, she has a request from him to attend an event.
Jamie didn't expect to be attracted to the bakery owner when he said he would do his brother a favor. Nor did he think he'd end up banging her in the back of the bakery and asking her to join him at an event. Jamie's a lawyer by trade and planned to explain the truth to Daisy upon seeing her again but that goes when she runs into his brother before him.
The story follows as Daisy and Jamie form a relationship and go through outside issues together. Daisy doesn't get the ending most would think but it is still a great ending. She's happy, successful and in love. There was no trading one for the other and that is winning in and of itself.
December 19, 2015
3.75
I actually really enjoyed this story. It was funny but yet it had a feel of reality thrown into it.
Daisy took over her grandmothers bakery 3 years ago after she passed now that's it's doing well she has a chance to have a food critic Colin write up the story except it's not Colin who sees her half naked but his twin Jamie.
Jamie works as an attorney but when his brother asks for him to be him one day for a review he doesn't expect to meet Daisy. Daisy takes for him for a loop and before he knows it he is putting his career on the on line with his heart as well.
This story had a fun twist to the whole what happens when you get divorced. Daisy is in a tough spot since she inherited the business that her grandmother left her. Her soon to be ex wants half and she is doing anything to make it not happen.
I could imagine finding out my new lover is representing my ex but Jamie takes being a hero to a whole new level.
I actually felt for Daisy and was rooting for her to make it work with Jamie and keep her business. I have to say by the end of the story I was a little shocked with the outcome. But in the end did Daisy get the best deal? Yes! I think she did. Starting over isn't easy and wow she was a strong woman who took it in stride and did what she could.
I did like the characters and how they all interacted with one another. You also get to meet the two main characters for the next book and oh boy are they interesting. I do plan to read there story and find out how they actually come together.
I actually really enjoyed this story. It was funny but yet it had a feel of reality thrown into it.
Daisy took over her grandmothers bakery 3 years ago after she passed now that's it's doing well she has a chance to have a food critic Colin write up the story except it's not Colin who sees her half naked but his twin Jamie.
Jamie works as an attorney but when his brother asks for him to be him one day for a review he doesn't expect to meet Daisy. Daisy takes for him for a loop and before he knows it he is putting his career on the on line with his heart as well.
This story had a fun twist to the whole what happens when you get divorced. Daisy is in a tough spot since she inherited the business that her grandmother left her. Her soon to be ex wants half and she is doing anything to make it not happen.
I could imagine finding out my new lover is representing my ex but Jamie takes being a hero to a whole new level.
I actually felt for Daisy and was rooting for her to make it work with Jamie and keep her business. I have to say by the end of the story I was a little shocked with the outcome. But in the end did Daisy get the best deal? Yes! I think she did. Starting over isn't easy and wow she was a strong woman who took it in stride and did what she could.
I did like the characters and how they all interacted with one another. You also get to meet the two main characters for the next book and oh boy are they interesting. I do plan to read there story and find out how they actually come together.
March 13, 2016
This was a yummy novel that made me hungry for more than just food. St Denis’ delightfully vivid descriptions had me smelling the scents of the bakery and drooling over everything coming out of it. I also enjoyed the range of emotions that went through this novel. Sad and heartbreaking moments are contrasted by hot and/or happy ones to give readers a satisfying read.
I enjoyed how St Denis developed her main characters both physically and intellectually. Jaime’s bitterness and Daisy’s optimism were the perfect case of opposites attract. I would have liked to know more about the relationship between Daisy and her mother. It keeps coming up as being important to making Daisy who she is, but St Denis only hints at the crux of the relationship.
This novel was my introduction into St Denis’ work and it was a good one at that. It was short & sweet & an enjoyable way to spend the afternoon.
Please note that I received a complimentary copy of this work in exchange for an honest review.
I enjoyed how St Denis developed her main characters both physically and intellectually. Jaime’s bitterness and Daisy’s optimism were the perfect case of opposites attract. I would have liked to know more about the relationship between Daisy and her mother. It keeps coming up as being important to making Daisy who she is, but St Denis only hints at the crux of the relationship.
This novel was my introduction into St Denis’ work and it was a good one at that. It was short & sweet & an enjoyable way to spend the afternoon.
Please note that I received a complimentary copy of this work in exchange for an honest review.
February 7, 2016
This book sinfully delicious as Daisy's pastries in her bakery. You know you are in for a fun, comedic, sexy joyride when the first opening scene involves Daisy stripped down to her Victoria's Secret underwear set and Jaime taking it all in strides. Then the next scene involves Daisy kneading dough. Jamie says "Your really letting that dough have it." Daisy replies "Some dough needs a gentle touch. Others need a good, hard spanking."
From here the story just gets better and better. There were many times when I found a smile on my face reading this book. The chemistry and witty banter between Daisy and Jaime was hot. I like that it was not all about the sex. The author kept the sex scenes to a minimum where they really mattered and felt natural, while keeping the rest of the story and the characters strong. I can't wait to read the next book, Big Sky Seduction which features Daisy's friend, Gloria.
From here the story just gets better and better. There were many times when I found a smile on my face reading this book. The chemistry and witty banter between Daisy and Jaime was hot. I like that it was not all about the sex. The author kept the sex scenes to a minimum where they really mattered and felt natural, while keeping the rest of the story and the characters strong. I can't wait to read the next book, Big Sky Seduction which features Daisy's friend, Gloria.
February 5, 2016
Sweet Seduction by Daire St. Denis was not your typical Harlequin Blaze story. Don't get me wrong, it was HOT. But my emotions ran the gamut during this book. I laughed, I cried, I cheered. It was GOOD. Jamie was a great guy, and Daisy a good match for him. Amazing chemistry and sweet feelings. I'll definitely be reading more from this author.
ARC provided by NetGalley
ARC provided by NetGalley
February 16, 2016
My review cross-posted from Wit and Sin: http://witandsin.blogspot.com/2016/02...
A sweet baker with some serious skills in the kitchen meets a sexy lawyer with equally serious skills in the bedroom in Sweet Seduction . Daire St. Denis will make you crave cinnamon buns from Nana Sin’s…and perhaps will also leave you wanting a certain handsome lawyer for your own as well.
Sweet Seduction starts off as a simply case of deception. Jamie’s twin, Colin, is a renowned food critic who has run into some problems. He needs Jamie to do the write-up on Nana Sin’s and (good brother that he is) Jamie agrees. Jamie doesn’t expect the instant attraction he feels for Daisy, and now he’s stuck between a rock and a hard place. Fortunately, the deception doesn’t last long, which enables readers to sit back and enjoy Daisy and Jamie’s romance. It’s easy to like both our hero and heroine – they’re likeable, hardworking characters and they have great chemistry in and out of the bedroom.
Where Sweet Seduction falters for me isn’t the romance, but the obstacles in Jamie and Daisy’s path. There are a lot of them in a relatively short book. Daisy’s divorce (and the ethical grey areas Jamie jumps into as a lawyer in this plotline), the threat of losing Nana Sin’s, Daisy’s issues with her mother, Jamie’s concerns about his brother, and Jamie’s past wounds that haven’t healed all vie for page space. Fortunately, the multiple issues Jamie and Daisy must face don’t overtake the romance. Unfortunately, there is so much going on that none of it is ever truly fleshed out. This does the story a disservice and left me wanting more. If the book was longer or there were fewer backstories/subplots relevant to it, the story would have been a far more satisfying read. Still, Daisy and Jamie were likeable characters, their romance was steamy, and I enjoyed the supporting characters in Sweet Seduction so much that I will definitely be reading the sequel, Big Sky Seduction.
FTC Disclosure: I received this book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
A sweet baker with some serious skills in the kitchen meets a sexy lawyer with equally serious skills in the bedroom in Sweet Seduction . Daire St. Denis will make you crave cinnamon buns from Nana Sin’s…and perhaps will also leave you wanting a certain handsome lawyer for your own as well.
Sweet Seduction starts off as a simply case of deception. Jamie’s twin, Colin, is a renowned food critic who has run into some problems. He needs Jamie to do the write-up on Nana Sin’s and (good brother that he is) Jamie agrees. Jamie doesn’t expect the instant attraction he feels for Daisy, and now he’s stuck between a rock and a hard place. Fortunately, the deception doesn’t last long, which enables readers to sit back and enjoy Daisy and Jamie’s romance. It’s easy to like both our hero and heroine – they’re likeable, hardworking characters and they have great chemistry in and out of the bedroom.
Where Sweet Seduction falters for me isn’t the romance, but the obstacles in Jamie and Daisy’s path. There are a lot of them in a relatively short book. Daisy’s divorce (and the ethical grey areas Jamie jumps into as a lawyer in this plotline), the threat of losing Nana Sin’s, Daisy’s issues with her mother, Jamie’s concerns about his brother, and Jamie’s past wounds that haven’t healed all vie for page space. Fortunately, the multiple issues Jamie and Daisy must face don’t overtake the romance. Unfortunately, there is so much going on that none of it is ever truly fleshed out. This does the story a disservice and left me wanting more. If the book was longer or there were fewer backstories/subplots relevant to it, the story would have been a far more satisfying read. Still, Daisy and Jamie were likeable characters, their romance was steamy, and I enjoyed the supporting characters in Sweet Seduction so much that I will definitely be reading the sequel, Big Sky Seduction.
FTC Disclosure: I received this book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
February 19, 2016
Disclaimer: An arc was given to me on Netgalley in exchange for an honest review
My rating: 5/5
What I liked...
THIS FREAKING BOOK, GUYS.
I knew it was going to be freaking cute from the very first page. It had a sassy little character called Daisy and a big bad man called Jamie who was really the biggest cinnamon roll ever. They're so good together and good to each other. Daisy reminded Jamie he was a good man no matter what his past was. And Jamie in return loved Daisy with all of his heart. It was just like one of those fluffy summer reads you find at a bookstore. You know the ones with the covers that have bright happy colours and you just know that it's those types of romances? This was why it was kind of weird that it was listed under Harlequin Blaze and not Harlequin Romance because usually Harlequin Romance was always the one promoting fluffy love stories.
But it doesn't really matter because this story was great. It's the typical troupe where the male doesn't want to be in a relationship because of his dark past and the girl basically putting herself out there, saying, "Hey, you big dummy! I like you and you like me! Let's get on with each other." I really enjoyed Jamie's dark story because of his relationship with his brother, Collin. There was a lot of miscommunication that led up to why Jamie hated himself and once it was all cleared up, I just cried.
Like the tears caught me so off-guard but what can I do?? I'm just so emotional.I'm also so excited because there's going to be a second book and I'm 10000000% sure it's going to be based on Collin's story which is 10000000000% fab because he seemed so hot and his problems mentioned in this book sound so interesting. I would totally buy that book to continue this story. And even though I read this book and have an ebook of it, I want the physical. I would totally buy it just to add it on my shelf. :D
Highly recommend to read!!!
My rating: 5/5
What I liked...
THIS FREAKING BOOK, GUYS.
I knew it was going to be freaking cute from the very first page. It had a sassy little character called Daisy and a big bad man called Jamie who was really the biggest cinnamon roll ever. They're so good together and good to each other. Daisy reminded Jamie he was a good man no matter what his past was. And Jamie in return loved Daisy with all of his heart. It was just like one of those fluffy summer reads you find at a bookstore. You know the ones with the covers that have bright happy colours and you just know that it's those types of romances? This was why it was kind of weird that it was listed under Harlequin Blaze and not Harlequin Romance because usually Harlequin Romance was always the one promoting fluffy love stories.
But it doesn't really matter because this story was great. It's the typical troupe where the male doesn't want to be in a relationship because of his dark past and the girl basically putting herself out there, saying, "Hey, you big dummy! I like you and you like me! Let's get on with each other." I really enjoyed Jamie's dark story because of his relationship with his brother, Collin. There was a lot of miscommunication that led up to why Jamie hated himself and once it was all cleared up, I just cried.
Like the tears caught me so off-guard but what can I do?? I'm just so emotional.I'm also so excited because there's going to be a second book and I'm 10000000% sure it's going to be based on Collin's story which is 10000000000% fab because he seemed so hot and his problems mentioned in this book sound so interesting. I would totally buy that book to continue this story. And even though I read this book and have an ebook of it, I want the physical. I would totally buy it just to add it on my shelf. :D
Highly recommend to read!!!
March 5, 2016
This is my first book I've read by Daire St. Denis and all I can say is... wildly hot, romantic, and a real pager-turner. If you looking for a book that is good, with endearing characters you can't help but love, Sweet Seduction is the book for you. A sexy must-read!
I received a courtesy copy of this book for an honest review.
I received a courtesy copy of this book for an honest review.
March 17, 2018
Daisy Sinclair inherited Nana Sin’s bakery from her grandmother, and she lives in the tiny unit above the bakery. Her baked goods are well known amongst the locals and regular patrons of the store, but she has a chance to boost her profile when Colin Forsyth, a well known food critic, drops by unexpectedly to try her goods.
Except it’s not Colin, it’s his twin brother, Jamie. Jamie’s doing the review as a favour to his brother, and the two men couldn’t be more different. When the review comes out and it’s full of praise, Daisy’s bakery is suddenly Chicago’s hot spot. When she encounters the real Colin at a restaurant, she’s floored at the difference in the man… and also notices subtle differences in his appearance. Attending a charity dinner, she finally sees both brothers and realises she’s been duped. Jamie explains he’s actually a lawyer who was helping Colin out, and Daisy forgives him enough to invite him up when he drops her home.
Daisy has other things on her mind: she’s divorcing her cheating ex, and he wants $750,000 as his share of the bakery. Daisy doesn’t have that kind of money and she’s buried her head in the sand about it. She turns up to the lawyer’s office to have another meeting about the divorce… and is stunned to find that her ex’s lawyer’s partner, who is temporarily handling things, is none other than Jamie.
When her best friend finds out how dire the situation is – Daisy will have to sell the bakery and the building it’s in to pay the ex – she organises a fundraiser. It’s a success, but Daisy doesn’t raise enough money and she loses the bakery. What she doesn’t know is that Jamie helped make the fundraiser the success it was. She’s ended the relationship before it ever really got anywhere, and losing everything devastates her.
But she refuses to give up, and after an unexpected boost from her distant mother and the mother’s fiancé, Daisy is back on her feet. But what she really misses is Jamie, and in the end, she decides to go get him. There’s the usual angst and turmoil about whether they can make a relationship work long term, but you know they can. And they do 🙂 I also adore the cover! It’s so cute.
Except it’s not Colin, it’s his twin brother, Jamie. Jamie’s doing the review as a favour to his brother, and the two men couldn’t be more different. When the review comes out and it’s full of praise, Daisy’s bakery is suddenly Chicago’s hot spot. When she encounters the real Colin at a restaurant, she’s floored at the difference in the man… and also notices subtle differences in his appearance. Attending a charity dinner, she finally sees both brothers and realises she’s been duped. Jamie explains he’s actually a lawyer who was helping Colin out, and Daisy forgives him enough to invite him up when he drops her home.
Daisy has other things on her mind: she’s divorcing her cheating ex, and he wants $750,000 as his share of the bakery. Daisy doesn’t have that kind of money and she’s buried her head in the sand about it. She turns up to the lawyer’s office to have another meeting about the divorce… and is stunned to find that her ex’s lawyer’s partner, who is temporarily handling things, is none other than Jamie.
When her best friend finds out how dire the situation is – Daisy will have to sell the bakery and the building it’s in to pay the ex – she organises a fundraiser. It’s a success, but Daisy doesn’t raise enough money and she loses the bakery. What she doesn’t know is that Jamie helped make the fundraiser the success it was. She’s ended the relationship before it ever really got anywhere, and losing everything devastates her.
But she refuses to give up, and after an unexpected boost from her distant mother and the mother’s fiancé, Daisy is back on her feet. But what she really misses is Jamie, and in the end, she decides to go get him. There’s the usual angst and turmoil about whether they can make a relationship work long term, but you know they can. And they do 🙂 I also adore the cover! It’s so cute.
February 15, 2016
This is the most blazing hot, sensual, delightfully lustful story I remember reading in a long time. Jamie and Daisy has all the chemistry, fascination and gravitation people can have for each other. Their thoughts are so filled with each other from the moment they meet, while Daisy is nearly naked, that it takes humorous sides.
But the story is not only just naked fun and games, there are other feelings in the picture as well, and those feelings take on some kind of roll-a-coaster ride, as Jamie and Daisy are trying to figure out their lives, their feelings, and their future.
While Daisy's bakery is in danger, Jamie puts his career in line, to try to save her.
Daisy is not only battling with her ex husband, trying to save the bakery, but also built a relationship with her mother. Jamie has his own issues, to deal with, that makes him feel inadequate to Daisy.
Lots of story fit into the book, story with high emotions, legal battles, boxing matches, baked goods, friends who are willing to go the extra mile for you, dough therapy, and passion that burns hotter than most. And if you manage to read the whole story, without stopping to bake some cinnamon buns, you are stronger than I am
~ Four Spoons with a teaspoon on the side
But the story is not only just naked fun and games, there are other feelings in the picture as well, and those feelings take on some kind of roll-a-coaster ride, as Jamie and Daisy are trying to figure out their lives, their feelings, and their future.
While Daisy's bakery is in danger, Jamie puts his career in line, to try to save her.
Daisy is not only battling with her ex husband, trying to save the bakery, but also built a relationship with her mother. Jamie has his own issues, to deal with, that makes him feel inadequate to Daisy.
Lots of story fit into the book, story with high emotions, legal battles, boxing matches, baked goods, friends who are willing to go the extra mile for you, dough therapy, and passion that burns hotter than most. And if you manage to read the whole story, without stopping to bake some cinnamon buns, you are stronger than I am
~ Four Spoons with a teaspoon on the side
March 31, 2016
This is one of those books that I wanted to go on for ages. I really adored Daisy and I wanted more of her story. I also wanted to get to know Jamie and his brother Colin.
Jamie is just wonderful. I loved their flirtatious first encounter when he shows up to review Nana Sin's bakery.
Their relationship is full of ups and downs, because of a little twin switcheroo that has its own little bit of drama. I'm so glad that Colin is going to get his own story, because I want to know what is up with him. (He comes across as a bit of a stick in the mud at first, but at the end of the story he's almost as adorable as Jamie)
Daisy and Jamie have explosively hot sex sometimes it feels a little gratuitous but then I remember that this is a Blaze and that's what these books are about.
Daisy is going through a tough divorce and Jamie is unfortunately stuck working for her soon to be ex. Things get very complicated and it looks like Nana Sin's is going to have to close down.
That brings about more drama, which shows how loyal her friends are as well as Jamie.
This was truly one of the best Blaze novels I've read in ages.
Jamie is just wonderful. I loved their flirtatious first encounter when he shows up to review Nana Sin's bakery.
Their relationship is full of ups and downs, because of a little twin switcheroo that has its own little bit of drama. I'm so glad that Colin is going to get his own story, because I want to know what is up with him. (He comes across as a bit of a stick in the mud at first, but at the end of the story he's almost as adorable as Jamie)
Daisy and Jamie have explosively hot sex sometimes it feels a little gratuitous but then I remember that this is a Blaze and that's what these books are about.
Daisy is going through a tough divorce and Jamie is unfortunately stuck working for her soon to be ex. Things get very complicated and it looks like Nana Sin's is going to have to close down.
That brings about more drama, which shows how loyal her friends are as well as Jamie.
This was truly one of the best Blaze novels I've read in ages.
February 14, 2016
I was given this book for an honest review.
All it takes is one sweet taste…
Daisy Sinclair knows how to make a guy moan with raw pleasure. She should, as owner of the best damn bakery in Chicago. Her cinnamon buns are borderline orgasmic! Of course, standing in front of the city's biggest (and sexy-as-hell) food critic in her skivvies isn't the most professional first impression. Especially when he has a wicked glint in his eye…
Jamie Forsythe isn't exactly a food critic; his twin brother is. One look at Daisy's mouthwatering curves, and Jamie knows only that he wants to have his cake and Daisy, too. Attraction mixed with deception is a recipe for disaster—the naughtiest, hottest kind imaginable. And there's no way Jamie can resist being sent to bed…with Daisy as dessert!
I have to say that I really enjoyed this book. I enjoyed that for a moment I didn't realize what was going on with Colin when Daisy saw him at the restaurant. This is a really well written book I absolutely recommend this book to any one who enjoys a light yet tantalizing read!
All it takes is one sweet taste…
Daisy Sinclair knows how to make a guy moan with raw pleasure. She should, as owner of the best damn bakery in Chicago. Her cinnamon buns are borderline orgasmic! Of course, standing in front of the city's biggest (and sexy-as-hell) food critic in her skivvies isn't the most professional first impression. Especially when he has a wicked glint in his eye…
Jamie Forsythe isn't exactly a food critic; his twin brother is. One look at Daisy's mouthwatering curves, and Jamie knows only that he wants to have his cake and Daisy, too. Attraction mixed with deception is a recipe for disaster—the naughtiest, hottest kind imaginable. And there's no way Jamie can resist being sent to bed…with Daisy as dessert!
I have to say that I really enjoyed this book. I enjoyed that for a moment I didn't realize what was going on with Colin when Daisy saw him at the restaurant. This is a really well written book I absolutely recommend this book to any one who enjoys a light yet tantalizing read!
January 20, 2016
Wow! That's pretty much all I have to say. This story was an emotional roller coaster ride. Whatever Daisy was feeling, I was totally feeling it with her. The beginning was hilarious and made me laugh out loud. Loved the meet cute. Loved Jamie. Loved the hot chemistry between Daisy and Jamie, and I absolutely loved that some parts made me cry. Totally wasn't expecting that when I began this book but it was such a wonderful read. Loved every moment of it.
*I received an ARC of this book for an honest review*
*I received an ARC of this book for an honest review*
October 9, 2019
Reviewed by Marissa
Book provided by NetGalley for review
Review originally posted at Romancing the Book
I was in the mood for a light, sweet romance and I got exactly that with Sweet Seduction. As with the other few Harlequin Blaze romances I’ve read, I was not disappointed in the writing – descriptions, character development, and emotions were all well illustrated and the plot was nicely laid out.
Daisy was a fun character. As Jamie describes her, she laughs, smiles and enjoys life. She has a “certain zest”. In the opening chapter, Daisy strips down to her underwear to weigh herself and is yelling at her scale when Jamie walks unannounced into her office. That one chapter set up her whole persona and I immediately liked her. (Any woman who yells at her scale is a-okay in my book.) Daisy sees the glass three-quarters full at all times, even when things are not going her way.
Jamie, on the other hand, is a bit more serious – even though he starts out pretending to be his restaurant-critic twin brother and charming Daisy into a date. He is a lawyer who owns a private gym (of the boxing sort) where he works off his stress. He has a past that is not always pleasant and he sometimes has a skewed vision of his past. While he sees his life as firmly set, he does open it up for Daisy.
If you’re in the mood for sweet, breezy romance, you can’t go wrong here.
Book provided by NetGalley for review
Review originally posted at Romancing the Book
I was in the mood for a light, sweet romance and I got exactly that with Sweet Seduction. As with the other few Harlequin Blaze romances I’ve read, I was not disappointed in the writing – descriptions, character development, and emotions were all well illustrated and the plot was nicely laid out.
Daisy was a fun character. As Jamie describes her, she laughs, smiles and enjoys life. She has a “certain zest”. In the opening chapter, Daisy strips down to her underwear to weigh herself and is yelling at her scale when Jamie walks unannounced into her office. That one chapter set up her whole persona and I immediately liked her. (Any woman who yells at her scale is a-okay in my book.) Daisy sees the glass three-quarters full at all times, even when things are not going her way.
Jamie, on the other hand, is a bit more serious – even though he starts out pretending to be his restaurant-critic twin brother and charming Daisy into a date. He is a lawyer who owns a private gym (of the boxing sort) where he works off his stress. He has a past that is not always pleasant and he sometimes has a skewed vision of his past. While he sees his life as firmly set, he does open it up for Daisy.
If you’re in the mood for sweet, breezy romance, you can’t go wrong here.
March 23, 2016
Daisy is a baker and owner of popular Nana's Sin Bakery. Jamie is a divorce lawyer, doing his twin brother a favor and writing a review of Daisy's bakery. Jamie is so smitten with Daisy he asks her out. She meets Colin, the other twin, and something isn't right and the date is broken. This misunderstanding doesn't last long, as Jamie tells her the truth pretty quickly which was nice. The story started out nice and sweet and a lot of other problems got mixed in, making a mess of everything. There were so many issues weighing down the story and not enough time dedicated to developing them. The strained relationship with Daisy's mother and her mother's change in attitude, Colin's mysterious illness, Daisy's imminent loss of her bakery, Daisy's ongoing divorce, her self image issue. Daisy's quirks made her seem crazy rather than charming, she talked to herself in public and threw dough on the ceiling. Jamie started out a fun loving beta and morphed into a jealous alpha. He warned her away from his gym because he didn't want her around the men. The leads were constantly sniffing each other. Ahh, just a mess.
February 22, 2016
This book was delicious and I simply devoured it!
You DO NOT want to miss out on this book! Sweet and sexy, this book will have you hooked from the beginning. I absolutely ADORE Daisy. She is so easy to relate to, so real. She is funny, kind, tells it like it is, and just plain fun to read. And Jamie. OOOh Jamie. He is sexy as sin, and totally taken off guard by his instant attraction and need to be around the luscious Daisy, the bad-boy divorce lawyer having seen one too many failed relationships to think any can last.
Hot passion, twist and turns, trails and tribulations, andthis book just has a sense of...normal, it crates a reality that you can easily picture yourself in.. But a very sexy one ;)
Grab this book, you won't be disappointed. Daire St. Denis did a fantastic job!
And can I just say... The cover...LOVE.
You DO NOT want to miss out on this book! Sweet and sexy, this book will have you hooked from the beginning. I absolutely ADORE Daisy. She is so easy to relate to, so real. She is funny, kind, tells it like it is, and just plain fun to read. And Jamie. OOOh Jamie. He is sexy as sin, and totally taken off guard by his instant attraction and need to be around the luscious Daisy, the bad-boy divorce lawyer having seen one too many failed relationships to think any can last.
Hot passion, twist and turns, trails and tribulations, andthis book just has a sense of...normal, it crates a reality that you can easily picture yourself in.. But a very sexy one ;)
Grab this book, you won't be disappointed. Daire St. Denis did a fantastic job!
And can I just say... The cover...LOVE.
March 13, 2016
A fun read! A few stretches of the imagination, and few unanswered questions. It does hit several tropes, but delightfully.
Daisy is a baker, inheriting the business from her Nana. She is of course worried about her weight, is in the middle of finalizing a divorce, and has a little "head in the sand" attitude about it. Jamie is a divorce lawyer, which gives him a jaded view of marriage. He takes his brother's place as a food critic one time, which is to review Daisy's place, so here is the "meet funny". He also owns a boxing gym, for men only. Her mother, Cynthia, and her best friend, Gloria, are good characters. I'm glad Gloria is getting her story.
So there are various misunderstandings and trials along the way, but a HEA is in no doubt.
Daisy is a baker, inheriting the business from her Nana. She is of course worried about her weight, is in the middle of finalizing a divorce, and has a little "head in the sand" attitude about it. Jamie is a divorce lawyer, which gives him a jaded view of marriage. He takes his brother's place as a food critic one time, which is to review Daisy's place, so here is the "meet funny". He also owns a boxing gym, for men only. Her mother, Cynthia, and her best friend, Gloria, are good characters. I'm glad Gloria is getting her story.
So there are various misunderstandings and trials along the way, but a HEA is in no doubt.
March 3, 2016
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. I’m craving cinnamon rolls. Anything from a delish bakery. Be warned: read this book and you are going to want something ooey and gooey. There are so many funny zingers in this book that it will make you laugh from the start. Great storyline, no spoilers from me, and it had both highs and lows. Daisy and Jamie both have family issues that they need to work thru but they do get their HEA. My only ding would be that there was a bit too much angst in both Daisy and Jamie for me but again, it my personal taste. It was a great read, I enjoyed, and recommend.
February 11, 2016
I generally enjoyed this quick sexy read. The tension between the main characters was well written and natural. I enjoyed the progression from lust to love between the pair even if there was a little but more waffling back and forth than I would like in the middle. The sensual scenes were well constructed and vibrant through out the book. I thought there were a few extraneous plot points at first but in the end it all came together even if that last waffle between the pair was completely unnecessary.
Overall a quick and sexy read.
Overall a quick and sexy read.
March 7, 2016
This review is from: Sweet Seduction (Harlequin Blaze) (Kindle Edition)
What an enjoyable read and who doesn't love a book that it's about delicious sweet baked foods. The characters had chemistry. Daisy was fighting to keep her Grandmothers bakery that was left to her but her soon tone ex husband wanted half. Do to her not paying much attention and her anger she winds being her own worst enemy. Jamie well he wears a few faces food critic, fighter, seducer, and husbands lawyer. This all makes for one big story.
March 18, 2016
Daisy thinks Colin has caught her naked fixing to smash a scale. Instead his twin brother Jamie has swapped places with him and is writing a review on her bakery! Jamie wants to eat more than the sinfully sweet baked goods though! Daisy thinks she's found the one but, a series of worse things have been happening. Now she thinks Jamie is a turd! Will this be her storm before the silver lining or will it continue as the worst time of her life?
May 7, 2016
This was a fun, quick read to make you remember to believe on love. Daisy is the owner of one of the best bakeries in the state. She is also on the brink of losing her bakery. One day she is in her office weighing herself almost naked when someone walks into the office and finds her that way. Jamie thinks he has just seen the most sexy woman he has ever seen. What can he do to get her to go out with him.
December 23, 2015
Dang, Jamie can be a caveman, “then you flashed those sexy black undies.” His hand slid down her back to cup her a** through her skirt. Wow. Nice a**. A little eep slipped out of her mouth. “And all I’ve been able to think about is ripping those suckers off.” I liked this book, Jamie was one sexy man.
October 18, 2017
A baker, a lawyer and a whole lot of pastries in this sizzling story of a woman who must decide her future and the man who will make sure she gets what she deserves.
Daisy and Jamie will have to fight to get what they want. Another smokin' hot read from Blaze.
Daisy and Jamie will have to fight to get what they want. Another smokin' hot read from Blaze.
February 2, 2016
A sweet and sexy read with baking and a fight club thrown into the mix!
May 11, 2016
* Received this book in exchange for my review *
Where there is smoke there is fire in this spicy culinary tale with a dash of love and a sprinkle of conflict.
Where there is smoke there is fire in this spicy culinary tale with a dash of love and a sprinkle of conflict.
March 9, 2016
Hot sexy read with two characters who are explosive in the best way when they get together.
March 23, 2016
Fun romp of a read.
April 1, 2016
Cute story
Love a happy ending. I have read Daire St Denis before and they are all good. Would highly recommend. Looking forward to reading Gloria's story
Love a happy ending. I have read Daire St Denis before and they are all good. Would highly recommend. Looking forward to reading Gloria's story
August 28, 2016
Really enjoyed this book. Loved the characters and the main settings are her bakery and his boxing gym. Sweets and sports - my favorite!
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