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Lover's Triangle #1
The Billionaires
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In The Billionaires, Calista Fox delivers a sexy and sensuous friends-to-lovers tale with a delicious love triangle twist.
Jewel Catalano, Rogen Angelini, and Vin D'Angelo had been childhood best friends, spending every possible moment with one another. Rogen became her first love, the first one to show her what pleasure could be. Until a volatile feud erupted between their powerful California wine country families and she and Rogen were torn apart from each other. What she didn't expect was to find comfort and passion like she had never known in Vin's arms and bed. But when that too ended in disaster, Jewel moved to San Francisco to work for the Catalano empire. Years later, a series of daring acquisitions brings Jewel back to River Cross, the hometown where Rogen and Vin have recently returned as well. Jewel has the curves, the smarts, and the success to bring any man to his knees—especially the two men who remained best friends and still burn to possess her.
Mixing family business with erotic pleasure ignites a smoldering love triangle. But in order to pull off the bold deal that will build the trios’ own legacy and to stay in their heady, sensual paradise, they must discover what true love really is—or lose everything their hearts' desire, in The Billionaires by Calista Fox.
In The Billionaires, Calista Fox delivers a sexy and sensuous friends-to-lovers tale with a delicious love triangle twist.
Jewel Catalano, Rogen Angelini, and Vin D'Angelo had been childhood best friends, spending every possible moment with one another. Rogen became her first love, the first one to show her what pleasure could be. Until a volatile feud erupted between their powerful California wine country families and she and Rogen were torn apart from each other. What she didn't expect was to find comfort and passion like she had never known in Vin's arms and bed. But when that too ended in disaster, Jewel moved to San Francisco to work for the Catalano empire. Years later, a series of daring acquisitions brings Jewel back to River Cross, the hometown where Rogen and Vin have recently returned as well. Jewel has the curves, the smarts, and the success to bring any man to his knees—especially the two men who remained best friends and still burn to possess her.
Mixing family business with erotic pleasure ignites a smoldering love triangle. But in order to pull off the bold deal that will build the trios’ own legacy and to stay in their heady, sensual paradise, they must discover what true love really is—or lose everything their hearts' desire, in The Billionaires by Calista Fox.
336 pages, Paperback
First published April 4, 2017
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About the author
Calista Fox
69 books229 followers"Combines pulse-pounding danger and passionate love...tantalizing." – Publishers Weekly (Burned Deep trilogy)
Calista is a former PR professional, now writing fast-paced, steamy books to set your pulse racing! Her publishing houses include St. Martin’s Press, Grand Central Publishing and Harlequin. She is an Amazon bestseller and has won many Reviewer’s and Reader’s Choice Awards, as well as Best Book Awards.
Calista is a college graduate and teaches online writing classes. She is also a Past President/Advisor of the Phoenix chapter of the Romance Writers of America national organization.
www.calistafox.com www.facebook.com/calistafox www.twitter.com/calistafoxbooks
Calista is a former PR professional, now writing fast-paced, steamy books to set your pulse racing! Her publishing houses include St. Martin’s Press, Grand Central Publishing and Harlequin. She is an Amazon bestseller and has won many Reviewer’s and Reader’s Choice Awards, as well as Best Book Awards.
Calista is a college graduate and teaches online writing classes. She is also a Past President/Advisor of the Phoenix chapter of the Romance Writers of America national organization.
www.calistafox.com www.facebook.com/calistafox www.twitter.com/calistafoxbooks
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March 19, 2017
DNF 50%
Sigh...I have been trying to read this one for the past couple days. I pick it up and put it down. I start and finish another book. Try again...but I am calling it a day. The writing is too flowery and all over the place. The characters are not really all that likable. The last couple books by this author haven't been great for me so I think this may be where we part ways.
April 3, 2017
So delicious!! Yes!
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Do you love a hot menage with a MFM setup? If so, this book I was able to review is a perfect addition to your collection!
I knew this was going to be a spicy read from the beginning and the author did not disappoint me. 3 best friends in a love triangle, who wouldn't want that?
The author not only brought us plenty of steam and a long lasting love connection between Jewel and Rogen, but the added surprises between Jewel and Vin were a sweet treat! Too bad we didn't get any action between the guys. That would have been icing on the cake!
I enjoyed the well developed story along with a bit of mystery to keep it interesting. The only detracting part for me was the "big secret" between the families was a a bit of a let down. I was looking for something HUGE!
Overall, if you are looking for some heated reads, this one does not disappoint! Solid writing and an interesting story that is unique and captivating. A big PLUS in my book!
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Do you love a hot menage with a MFM setup? If so, this book I was able to review is a perfect addition to your collection!
I knew this was going to be a spicy read from the beginning and the author did not disappoint me. 3 best friends in a love triangle, who wouldn't want that?
The author not only brought us plenty of steam and a long lasting love connection between Jewel and Rogen, but the added surprises between Jewel and Vin were a sweet treat! Too bad we didn't get any action between the guys. That would have been icing on the cake!
I enjoyed the well developed story along with a bit of mystery to keep it interesting. The only detracting part for me was the "big secret" between the families was a a bit of a let down. I was looking for something HUGE!
Overall, if you are looking for some heated reads, this one does not disappoint! Solid writing and an interesting story that is unique and captivating. A big PLUS in my book!
April 3, 2017
Guilty pleasure of a book about a beautiful woman who's in love with two hunky men. The plot was a bit predictable with the main characters getting it on in every possible combination for two or three people. Not recommended for young people, religious people, or the easily embarrassed.
April 5, 2017
'The Billionaires' by Calista Fox is book One in the "Lover's Triangle" series. This is the story of Jewel Catalano, Rogen Angelini, and Vin D'Angelo who started off as friends when they were younger. Rogen was Jewel's first love but a family feud had broken that up. Now years later...Jewel is looking to talk to Rogen's brother Gian Angelini about a deal for a piece of land for an exchange for a rare Angelini scotch. Jewels had surprised emotions when seeing Rogen again. When she ups and leaves the party she was at after seeing Rogen she runs into Vin. Vin was unaware of Rogen and Jewels sexual relationship and thought that it had just be a friendly relationship. Rogen and Vin have shared women before but can they share Jewel? Jewel is confused about feeling attracted to both guys...how will she handle this new feeling for them?
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Review For: The Billionaires by Calista Fox 'The Billionaires' by Calista Fox is book One in the "Lover's Triangle" series. This is the story of Jewel Catalano, Rogen Angelini, and Vin D'Angelo who started off as friends when they were younger. Rogen was Jewel's first love but a family feud had broken that up. Now years later...Jewel is looking to talk to Rogen's brother Gian Angelini about a deal for a piece of land for an exchange for a rare Angelini scotch. Jewels had surprised emotions when seeing Rogen again. When she ups and leaves the party she was at after seeing Rogen she runs into Vin. Vin was unaware of Rogen and Jewels sexual relationship and thought that it had just be a friendly relationship. Rogen and Vin have shared women before but can they share Jewel? Jewel is confused about feeling attracted to both guys...how will she handle this new feeling for them?"My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read."https://www.amazon.com/gp/profile/A2H... https://www.facebook.com/RomanceBookR... https://twitter.com/soapsrus68https:/... https://www.tumblr.com/blog/romancebo...
April 14, 2017
Wow that was one hot ride! Definitely one of the best ménages I have ever read.
The yin and yang attraction of Vin D'Angelo and Rogen Angelini was off the charts. I can’t blame Jewel at all for not resisting them! Rogan is gentle, caring and her childhood sweetheart. Vin is demanding and adventurous and both of them bring out the best in her.
Our story begins when Jewel Catalano crashes the Angelini party. Catalano’s are not welcome at Angelini parties since a family feud erupted between the two families, which forced Jewel and Rogen Angelini apart when they were younger. Rogan was Jewel’s first love that she has never forgotten.
Jewel crashes the party to make a deal with Rogan’s father regarding a piece of wine country property that is shared between the two families. Neither fathers will do anything with the land, as it is held up in legal battles due to their feud. Jewel has dreams of developing the land and hates the idea of it sitting and going to waste over their parent’s argument.
Jewel braces herself not only to face the Angelini leader but Rogan as well. Not only does she come face to face with Rogan, but with Vin as well. Vin D’Angelo is Rogan’s best friend and the man who took care of Jewel after Rogan left her heartbroken.
Jewel feels the pull and intense chemistry from both men but is she playing with fire by tempting both men?
I think I liked Vin a tiny bit more than Rogan and if this wasn’t a ménage book I would have definitely preferred she chose him over Rogan. But luckily for us all we don’t have to choose between these two seriously hot men. I think besides the romance the plot itself was actually quite good and interesting. The plot didn’t feel like an afterthought or just background noise to the sex scenes.
I haven’t read a lot of ménage books, maybe two or three besides this, so I found it really refreshing that the author .
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September 11, 2017
The Billionaires
Lover's Triangle
Calista Fox
5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Excellent read!!! I totally love Calista Fox's writing style. She completely draws you in until you can't put the book down till it's finished. Then she leaves you wanting more and can't wait till the next book comes out.
I'm so ready to get my hands on her next book in this series. I'm completely addicted.
Thanks NetGalley for the arc in exchange for my honest review.
Lover's Triangle
Calista Fox
5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Excellent read!!! I totally love Calista Fox's writing style. She completely draws you in until you can't put the book down till it's finished. Then she leaves you wanting more and can't wait till the next book comes out.
I'm so ready to get my hands on her next book in this series. I'm completely addicted.
Thanks NetGalley for the arc in exchange for my honest review.
September 1, 2018
This is definitely a sexually driven story. I say this up front for those of you who might not like that in your romance books or would prefer it not to be so abundant. Because this is abundant.
This was a really delicious read for me. I like sexually driven stories. The relationship that Jewel had with Vin and Rogen was a full circle relationship. What I mean by that is that both these men put together made the perfect man LOL Where one was sweet the other was demanding. Where one was a constant the other was a surprise. They both made Jewel whole. It was a beautifully developed menage romance. So well developed and unfolded that it could easily have turned into a triad. But alas, that's not what the author wanted to tell so .....
If you like your stories sexually driven and enjoy reading menage romances, I would highly recommend this book for you.
Copy provided for blog tour review
This was a really delicious read for me. I like sexually driven stories. The relationship that Jewel had with Vin and Rogen was a full circle relationship. What I mean by that is that both these men put together made the perfect man LOL Where one was sweet the other was demanding. Where one was a constant the other was a surprise. They both made Jewel whole. It was a beautifully developed menage romance. So well developed and unfolded that it could easily have turned into a triad. But alas, that's not what the author wanted to tell so .....
If you like your stories sexually driven and enjoy reading menage romances, I would highly recommend this book for you.
Copy provided for blog tour review
April 5, 2017
Calista Fox is a new to me author, and this won’t be the last book of hers that I read. I was sucked in to the feuds that tore apart young lovers, and the family drama that sought to keep them all apart. If Romeo and Juliette were a hot-as-hell threesome in wine country, you would have the Billionaires.
After years apart, three best friends from childhood reunite when Jewel returns home to her family’s winery to pursue her dream of building on a plot of land jointly owned by the families. But her reunion with her friends and former lovers, Rogen and Vin, is not one she expected. Nor are the secrets that are revealed and the knowledge that none of them has been able to move on from their childhood romances.
I loved reading about the history of these three. They were always meant to be together, but time and circumstances conspired to tear them apart. I loved that each person was so different and brought a different aspect to the relationship, and I adored that they all seemed to be better when they were together than they were apart.
When it was all said and done, I did think the rationale for the “feud” was a bit thin. Nonetheless, the journey to get there more than made up for it with a smart story, fun characters, men that were divinely yummy and sex scenes hot enough to melt your kindle. Grab a glass of wine to set the ambiance and sink into this decadent treat!
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March 28, 2017
Modern day Romeo and Juliet star-crossed lover Jewel Catalano and Rogen Angelini meet again more than a decade after they have been separated. Jewel is determined to end the feud and she thinks she has just the right incentive to ease Rogen's father into agreement. What is different about this loosely reinterpreted story is the addition of Rogen's best friend, Vin D'Angelo. Vin is Benvolio to Rogen's Romeo.
I have never been a fan of Romeo and Juliet. I realize some hold this story up as the ultimate love story. I found it to be unnecessary foolishness which irked me to no end. Fortunately this story is neither foolish nor unnecessary. I liked the characters in this story. Jewel is a woman who uses her talent to come up with creative ways to make deals. She finds out what her client wants and finds a way to secure their "unicorn" to convince them to make a deal with her. I am impressed with what she does and I think it is fabulous. It is an intense job with high risks. Rogen is a mix of rugged outdoors guy and business suit for his father's large conglomerate. He is the sweet guy with looks, money and sex appeal. Vin is the dark horse. He grew up with both Jewel and Rogen. They were sort of like the three musketeers but more. His past with Jewel is just as complicated as Rogen's.
The misunderstandings in this story really hit hard. A lot of pain could have been alleviated if each of the characters talked it out. However, if they did, then there would be no story. This feud between the families is an odd one and one that doesn't make sense to Rogen, Jewel or Vin. As the ones taking the brunt of it, they suffer the most. This angst is well done as it isn't overly dramatic. What it is, is deliciously sensual because of the forbidden fruit of being together.
Ms. Fox certainly kicks up the heat in this menage with Vin, Jewel and Rogen. The lust between the three is smoking. I liked how it started out with Jewel and Rogen reuniting and then Vin and Jewel. The different relationship Jewel has with each man is a nice distinguishing factor. Vin's sexual prowness is more my speed with his rough intensity. Rogen's sweet and just as hawt love making basically gives Jewel the ability to have her cake and eat it too. This story is a nice blend of overcoming the past hurts and growing closer together. The sex scenes are obviously off the charts hawt, but this story is more than just the great sex. It is a story of love enduring and maturing over time. It is also about families coming together. When the real reason for the feud is revealed, it is shocking and almost too hurtful to bear. It is sad and there were really no good solutions that didn't lead to heart break. Sometimes, life is just unfair and Ms. Fox does a great job of showcasing it.
This erotic romance is recommended to mfm menage lovers who enjoy lovers reunited themes that result in a happily ever after.
*Provided by St. Martin's Press via Netgalley
I have never been a fan of Romeo and Juliet. I realize some hold this story up as the ultimate love story. I found it to be unnecessary foolishness which irked me to no end. Fortunately this story is neither foolish nor unnecessary. I liked the characters in this story. Jewel is a woman who uses her talent to come up with creative ways to make deals. She finds out what her client wants and finds a way to secure their "unicorn" to convince them to make a deal with her. I am impressed with what she does and I think it is fabulous. It is an intense job with high risks. Rogen is a mix of rugged outdoors guy and business suit for his father's large conglomerate. He is the sweet guy with looks, money and sex appeal. Vin is the dark horse. He grew up with both Jewel and Rogen. They were sort of like the three musketeers but more. His past with Jewel is just as complicated as Rogen's.
The misunderstandings in this story really hit hard. A lot of pain could have been alleviated if each of the characters talked it out. However, if they did, then there would be no story. This feud between the families is an odd one and one that doesn't make sense to Rogen, Jewel or Vin. As the ones taking the brunt of it, they suffer the most. This angst is well done as it isn't overly dramatic. What it is, is deliciously sensual because of the forbidden fruit of being together.
Ms. Fox certainly kicks up the heat in this menage with Vin, Jewel and Rogen. The lust between the three is smoking. I liked how it started out with Jewel and Rogen reuniting and then Vin and Jewel. The different relationship Jewel has with each man is a nice distinguishing factor. Vin's sexual prowness is more my speed with his rough intensity. Rogen's sweet and just as hawt love making basically gives Jewel the ability to have her cake and eat it too. This story is a nice blend of overcoming the past hurts and growing closer together. The sex scenes are obviously off the charts hawt, but this story is more than just the great sex. It is a story of love enduring and maturing over time. It is also about families coming together. When the real reason for the feud is revealed, it is shocking and almost too hurtful to bear. It is sad and there were really no good solutions that didn't lead to heart break. Sometimes, life is just unfair and Ms. Fox does a great job of showcasing it.
This erotic romance is recommended to mfm menage lovers who enjoy lovers reunited themes that result in a happily ever after.
*Provided by St. Martin's Press via Netgalley
April 1, 2017
Sexy, hot, steamy, passionate sex scenes that gave deliciously hot fantasies. Ménage fantasy built on years of friendship and past intimacies.
Beautiful Jewel has come in to her own. She had lived her life and build something for herself. But during that time, she has lost a piece of herself and only two men have ever come close to opening her up for the chance to truly be happy and fulfilled. Both Vin and Rogen have that other half of Jewel that makes her world come alive and her body sing, in different ways. When they all come together things sing for her in a whole new different way. One may sweet, sexy, gentle, loving. The other man raw, dominating, consuming, and loving. Each have their own way of making her feel appreciated.
If you like details and being informed, you will get that. There was lots of information shared on things that occurred between the three from the past. Jewel was the center stone for all that took place. Her dreams and desires for one single plot of land that lay in dispute between the two families parents. This was her way of claiming something for her.
I was entertained and allured by the dynamics of it all. There was more there than just the hot passion and fiery lust between the three. Be patient and let it all take hold of you and send you on an erotic journey.
Beautiful Jewel has come in to her own. She had lived her life and build something for herself. But during that time, she has lost a piece of herself and only two men have ever come close to opening her up for the chance to truly be happy and fulfilled. Both Vin and Rogen have that other half of Jewel that makes her world come alive and her body sing, in different ways. When they all come together things sing for her in a whole new different way. One may sweet, sexy, gentle, loving. The other man raw, dominating, consuming, and loving. Each have their own way of making her feel appreciated.
If you like details and being informed, you will get that. There was lots of information shared on things that occurred between the three from the past. Jewel was the center stone for all that took place. Her dreams and desires for one single plot of land that lay in dispute between the two families parents. This was her way of claiming something for her.
I was entertained and allured by the dynamics of it all. There was more there than just the hot passion and fiery lust between the three. Be patient and let it all take hold of you and send you on an erotic journey.
April 5, 2017
What a downright sizzling ride! I loved this ménage book!!
Jewel Catalano wants a piece of property that is jointly owned by her family and the Angelini family. There has been a feud between the families and neither will sell their half of the land to the other. Jewel crashes an Angelini party to speak with the head of the Angelini family, Gian, about procuring the land in exchange for a rare Angelini scotch. She was prepared to see Gian, but when she sees Rogan, her childhood sweetheart, she's transported back in time. Rogan was her first love, but because of the feud, he was sent away to school in order to keep them apart. Feelings hit her hard and she's flustered.
As she's leaving the party, she spots Rogan's best friend, Vin, and was unprepared for the feelings he invoked as well. All her hurt feelings with him rise up and she lashes out. Rogan helps her and she's at a loss. Rogan was unaware of the connection Jewel and Vin forged when he was away at school. He doesn't understand but he can see there's definitely something there. She feels the intense chemistry of both men and starts a dance she's not sure she will survive.
Jewel tells them of her plan for the land. Neither believes the Angelini family will part with it, but Jewel is determined to develop the land and end the feud between the families. She's arranged for a bit of bartering to have the bargaining chip needed to win the land. The men decide to travel with Jewel to get what she needs for the land. And boy does it lead them into some hot and steamy nights!! Both men realize what they had with Jewel was something rare. They don't want to give it up now that she's back and neither does Jewel. But really, what do they have?? And can they handle everything involved with having what they all clearly want?? They have some conflicting emotions but decide to see where their arrangement leads them.
Jewel caves to her cravings of these two so very different lovers. Her attraction for each was off the charts! Rogan is sweet, gentle, and caring, where Vin is demanding, rougher, and adventurous. They both bring out a different side of her character. They both hurt her in the past and she's unsure of how to deal with her emotions that have been buried for a decade. Between Rogan's need to please and Vin's need to possess, she's got the best of both worlds and I really liked how the author dealt with her conflicting emotions. I felt them. And to do that is great writing!
I definitely was entertained with the storyline. It was intriguing and I liked how everything developed. I didn't feel the story was forced nor was the sex just thrown in. Everything fit. Pretty quickly the threesome acknowledged they couldn't live without each other. But there is a lot of people who like to spread gossip just to hurt. It was overwhelming, but they also knew what they have is not an everyday thing and it was worth fighting for. Yes logistics need to be addressed, and the idea of something considered taboo, but they were willing to try to do that for each other.
The Billionaires has the right mix of intrigue and sexy scenes that make you want them to succeed. The use of secondary characters helps keep the story moving and fresh. The families and best friends both gave insight to this story and hints at future reads! I loved that the three figured out how to communicate with each other and gave the acceptance needed of the past, and a hope for a future.
I read a lot of ménage books and this is one of the standouts!
4.5 Stars/4 Flames
This book was gifted to me by the Jeep Diva for an honest review. The review and ratings are solely my opinions.
Jewel Catalano wants a piece of property that is jointly owned by her family and the Angelini family. There has been a feud between the families and neither will sell their half of the land to the other. Jewel crashes an Angelini party to speak with the head of the Angelini family, Gian, about procuring the land in exchange for a rare Angelini scotch. She was prepared to see Gian, but when she sees Rogan, her childhood sweetheart, she's transported back in time. Rogan was her first love, but because of the feud, he was sent away to school in order to keep them apart. Feelings hit her hard and she's flustered.
As she's leaving the party, she spots Rogan's best friend, Vin, and was unprepared for the feelings he invoked as well. All her hurt feelings with him rise up and she lashes out. Rogan helps her and she's at a loss. Rogan was unaware of the connection Jewel and Vin forged when he was away at school. He doesn't understand but he can see there's definitely something there. She feels the intense chemistry of both men and starts a dance she's not sure she will survive.
Jewel tells them of her plan for the land. Neither believes the Angelini family will part with it, but Jewel is determined to develop the land and end the feud between the families. She's arranged for a bit of bartering to have the bargaining chip needed to win the land. The men decide to travel with Jewel to get what she needs for the land. And boy does it lead them into some hot and steamy nights!! Both men realize what they had with Jewel was something rare. They don't want to give it up now that she's back and neither does Jewel. But really, what do they have?? And can they handle everything involved with having what they all clearly want?? They have some conflicting emotions but decide to see where their arrangement leads them.
Jewel caves to her cravings of these two so very different lovers. Her attraction for each was off the charts! Rogan is sweet, gentle, and caring, where Vin is demanding, rougher, and adventurous. They both bring out a different side of her character. They both hurt her in the past and she's unsure of how to deal with her emotions that have been buried for a decade. Between Rogan's need to please and Vin's need to possess, she's got the best of both worlds and I really liked how the author dealt with her conflicting emotions. I felt them. And to do that is great writing!
I definitely was entertained with the storyline. It was intriguing and I liked how everything developed. I didn't feel the story was forced nor was the sex just thrown in. Everything fit. Pretty quickly the threesome acknowledged they couldn't live without each other. But there is a lot of people who like to spread gossip just to hurt. It was overwhelming, but they also knew what they have is not an everyday thing and it was worth fighting for. Yes logistics need to be addressed, and the idea of something considered taboo, but they were willing to try to do that for each other.
The Billionaires has the right mix of intrigue and sexy scenes that make you want them to succeed. The use of secondary characters helps keep the story moving and fresh. The families and best friends both gave insight to this story and hints at future reads! I loved that the three figured out how to communicate with each other and gave the acceptance needed of the past, and a hope for a future.
I read a lot of ménage books and this is one of the standouts!
4.5 Stars/4 Flames
This book was gifted to me by the Jeep Diva for an honest review. The review and ratings are solely my opinions.
April 6, 2017
This was such a fun read. I have enjoyed other Ménage à trois stories by Calista Fox but I have to say that this was my favorite one.
Things heat up rather quickly in this story but it didn't feel rushed I guess that is because I was fully aware of their past relationship. I will say though that was shocked me was the reasoning behind the feud, I did shed a few tears because seriously how could I not when a mother spills her guts about what happened so long ago...WOW, talk about emotional!!
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Things heat up rather quickly in this story but it didn't feel rushed I guess that is because I was fully aware of their past relationship. I will say though that was shocked me was the reasoning behind the feud, I did shed a few tears because seriously how could I not when a mother spills her guts about what happened so long ago...WOW, talk about emotional!!
You can see my full review along with an excerpt and a GIVEAWAY here: https://nadineisobsessedwithbooks.blo...
April 11, 2017
muy caliente!! So Delish! If you are like me and love menage with a MFM, especially ones that are steamy and erotic, then look no further with this sexy romance read.
'The Billionaires' by Calista Fox is book One in the "Lover's Triangle" series. This is the story of Jewel Catalano, Rogen Angelini, and Vin D'Angelo who started off as friends when they were younger but a family feud had broken all that up. Rogen was Jewel's first love and now years later Jewel is looking to talk to Rogen's brother Gian about a deal for a piece of land for an exchange for a rare Angelini scotch. By now Jewel has grown into an assured woman but yet when she thinks back on her first love, she is transported to a time when she was a scared young woman, one whose body only answers a specific call and only two men have ever come close to opening her up for the chance to truly be happy and satisfied--Both Vin and Rogen have that other half of Jewel that makes her world come alive and her body only dial into them with only a code these two men have the code for. Each man is so different yet each man wants to cherish and protect their “Jewel”.
I loved the back story as read in this book and I love watching the twists and turns that allowed me to see if there would be an HEA for this M/F/M couple. Even though for a time, they were broken apart, true love plays a huge part of bringing them all together. I loved the drama and angst but I especially loved the passion and the sex, the more , the steamy it was and that was tops in my book. I cannot wait for book 2 in this series.
My rating: 4.5 stars ****
"I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book in exchange for an honest review***
'The Billionaires' by Calista Fox is book One in the "Lover's Triangle" series. This is the story of Jewel Catalano, Rogen Angelini, and Vin D'Angelo who started off as friends when they were younger but a family feud had broken all that up. Rogen was Jewel's first love and now years later Jewel is looking to talk to Rogen's brother Gian about a deal for a piece of land for an exchange for a rare Angelini scotch. By now Jewel has grown into an assured woman but yet when she thinks back on her first love, she is transported to a time when she was a scared young woman, one whose body only answers a specific call and only two men have ever come close to opening her up for the chance to truly be happy and satisfied--Both Vin and Rogen have that other half of Jewel that makes her world come alive and her body only dial into them with only a code these two men have the code for. Each man is so different yet each man wants to cherish and protect their “Jewel”.
I loved the back story as read in this book and I love watching the twists and turns that allowed me to see if there would be an HEA for this M/F/M couple. Even though for a time, they were broken apart, true love plays a huge part of bringing them all together. I loved the drama and angst but I especially loved the passion and the sex, the more , the steamy it was and that was tops in my book. I cannot wait for book 2 in this series.
My rating: 4.5 stars ****
"I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book in exchange for an honest review***
March 14, 2017
This review is based on the ARC provided by the author and/or the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for my honest opinion.
4.5
Ménage at it's absolute finest. Very erotic in addition to an interesting plot. You usually don't get both in one book. This was a bit of a treat.
4.5
Ménage at it's absolute finest. Very erotic in addition to an interesting plot. You usually don't get both in one book. This was a bit of a treat.
April 6, 2017
The Billionaires by Calista Fox
Lover’s Triangle #1
Jewel Catalano, Vin D’Angelo and Rogen Angelini all have been friends in the past – intimate friends. All three are involved in wine making dynasties and amicable till it all blows up. Years later the threesome ends up together and find there is attraction aplenty that leads them to a sensual and steamy ménage situation that eventually provides a HEA for the three of them. Simple, somewhat predictable but also entertaining story with plenty of adult interaction for those who are looking for such a story.
Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for the ARC – This is my honest review.
3 Stars
Lover’s Triangle #1
Jewel Catalano, Vin D’Angelo and Rogen Angelini all have been friends in the past – intimate friends. All three are involved in wine making dynasties and amicable till it all blows up. Years later the threesome ends up together and find there is attraction aplenty that leads them to a sensual and steamy ménage situation that eventually provides a HEA for the three of them. Simple, somewhat predictable but also entertaining story with plenty of adult interaction for those who are looking for such a story.
Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for the ARC – This is my honest review.
3 Stars
April 6, 2017
A sinful and erotic menage story.
Jewel, Rogen, and Vin were childhood best friends who got torn apart by a family feud. Years later, Jewel is back and needs the collusion of Rogen and Vin to obtain land. When these three get back together, they fall into a delicious and salacious romance.
I have to admit, I'm torn about this book. I loved the romance between these three, definitely hot, and it had a bit of a twist that you normally don't see in menage stories. That being said, the writing was almost too descriptive about outside forces, the build up seemed to go on for a long time, and the characters themselves were just not my favorite. They all seemed a bit pretentious to me. Don't get me wrong, this story will be one that many will love, it just wasn't for me.
I received a copy via NetGalley by the publisher/author.
Jewel, Rogen, and Vin were childhood best friends who got torn apart by a family feud. Years later, Jewel is back and needs the collusion of Rogen and Vin to obtain land. When these three get back together, they fall into a delicious and salacious romance.
I have to admit, I'm torn about this book. I loved the romance between these three, definitely hot, and it had a bit of a twist that you normally don't see in menage stories. That being said, the writing was almost too descriptive about outside forces, the build up seemed to go on for a long time, and the characters themselves were just not my favorite. They all seemed a bit pretentious to me. Don't get me wrong, this story will be one that many will love, it just wasn't for me.
I received a copy via NetGalley by the publisher/author.
March 22, 2017
3.5/5
This was rather flowery, peeps, but also sweet and hot, so I'm of two minds about this book.
It's actually nice to have a working menage with a lighter atmosphere once in awhile, and this is exactly what you'll get here.
Jewel, Rogen and Vin *let me just roll my eyes at the names rich parents can come up with* have been friends since childhood. Then their parents had a falling out (for some vague reasons) and started pulling their kids apart.
Let me quickly rant about the REASON. Really? Really?!! With the amount of time rich people spend with shrinks, it couldn't have been spotted and dealt with earlier?
Anyway. Jewel loves Rogen, he leaves, and she falls in love with a more tempestuous Vin. Both let her down.
Years later she wants to buy the land their families part own. Sparks fly and turn into a wildfire. Issues arise, misunderstandings are clarified, and the trio decides to go for the land together. Which is when it becomes really interesting.
There was also this practicality, the ability to listen to reason and their genuine affection for each other I enjoyed so very much. Oh, and the sex. *grins* It was pretty yummy.
What threw me was stilted, flowery dialogue that did not flow naturally and used a lot of fancy words we don't usually throw into our descriptions of someone or something.
The intrigue itself, and Jewel's best friends were refreshing and nice, so overall, this was thumbs up for me, and I recommend this book to the fans of the genre. Enjoy!
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Ну очень цветистые описания и диалоги, ребятушки, однако, книга милая и горячая, так что я разрываюсь между хорошей и плохой оценками. А если честно, то вот приятно время от времени читать о работающем менаже-а-труа без ангста и трагедий, - и это как раз, что вы от этой истории получите.
Джювел, Роджен и Вин *дайте мне закатать глаза быстренько, потому как только богатые люди могут назвать своих детей так вычурно* были друзьями с детства. Затем их родители рассорились по плохо объясимым причинам и стали растаскивать своих детей в противоположные направления.
Дайте мне быстренько поворчать о причинах разрыва, о которых вы узнаете попозже. Какая-же это галиматья! Вот поверить не могу, что с такими деньгами они никогда не ходили к психоаналитику и не искали помощь...
И всё же. Джювел любит Роджена. Когда его отправляют в школу от неё подальше, она постепенно влюбляется в более вспыльчивого Вина. Оба её оставляют и предают.
Годы спустя она возвращается домой, пытаясь купить землю, которой совместно владеют все их семьи. Искры между ней и её бывшими бойфрендами так и сыпятся, недопонимания наконец-то выясняются, а обиды прощаются. Трио решает, что они хотят быть совладельцами земли.
Эта практичность, умение слушать доводы разума и их настоящая привязанность друг к другу как раз мне безумно импонировали. Ну, и конечно секс. Он тоже был ярким. *смеясь*
Что раздражало, так это нереально цветастый диалог, где главные герои использовали фразы и обороты в описаниях, которые нормальные люди в разговорной речи не используют вообще (а по большей части, и в письменном виде тоже).
Но. Интрига была интересная, да и порадывали лучшие друзья Джювел, так что в общем, книгу рекомендую, особенно оклонникам жанра.
This was rather flowery, peeps, but also sweet and hot, so I'm of two minds about this book.
It's actually nice to have a working menage with a lighter atmosphere once in awhile, and this is exactly what you'll get here.
Jewel, Rogen and Vin *let me just roll my eyes at the names rich parents can come up with* have been friends since childhood. Then their parents had a falling out (for some vague reasons) and started pulling their kids apart.
Let me quickly rant about the REASON. Really? Really?!! With the amount of time rich people spend with shrinks, it couldn't have been spotted and dealt with earlier?
Anyway. Jewel loves Rogen, he leaves, and she falls in love with a more tempestuous Vin. Both let her down.
Years later she wants to buy the land their families part own. Sparks fly and turn into a wildfire. Issues arise, misunderstandings are clarified, and the trio decides to go for the land together. Which is when it becomes really interesting.
There was also this practicality, the ability to listen to reason and their genuine affection for each other I enjoyed so very much. Oh, and the sex. *grins* It was pretty yummy.
What threw me was stilted, flowery dialogue that did not flow naturally and used a lot of fancy words we don't usually throw into our descriptions of someone or something.
The intrigue itself, and Jewel's best friends were refreshing and nice, so overall, this was thumbs up for me, and I recommend this book to the fans of the genre. Enjoy!
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Ну очень цветистые описания и диалоги, ребятушки, однако, книга милая и горячая, так что я разрываюсь между хорошей и плохой оценками. А если честно, то вот приятно время от времени читать о работающем менаже-а-труа без ангста и трагедий, - и это как раз, что вы от этой истории получите.
Джювел, Роджен и Вин *дайте мне закатать глаза быстренько, потому как только богатые люди могут назвать своих детей так вычурно* были друзьями с детства. Затем их родители рассорились по плохо объясимым причинам и стали растаскивать своих детей в противоположные направления.
Дайте мне быстренько поворчать о причинах разрыва, о которых вы узнаете попозже. Какая-же это галиматья! Вот поверить не могу, что с такими деньгами они никогда не ходили к психоаналитику и не искали помощь...
И всё же. Джювел любит Роджена. Когда его отправляют в школу от неё подальше, она постепенно влюбляется в более вспыльчивого Вина. Оба её оставляют и предают.
Годы спустя она возвращается домой, пытаясь купить землю, которой совместно владеют все их семьи. Искры между ней и её бывшими бойфрендами так и сыпятся, недопонимания наконец-то выясняются, а обиды прощаются. Трио решает, что они хотят быть совладельцами земли.
Эта практичность, умение слушать доводы разума и их настоящая привязанность друг к другу как раз мне безумно импонировали. Ну, и конечно секс. Он тоже был ярким. *смеясь*
Что раздражало, так это нереально цветастый диалог, где главные герои использовали фразы и обороты в описаниях, которые нормальные люди в разговорной речи не используют вообще (а по большей части, и в письменном виде тоже).
Но. Интрига была интересная, да и порадывали лучшие друзья Джювел, так что в общем, книгу рекомендую, особенно оклонникам жанра.
April 5, 2017
4.5 Stars
Yowza! This is one deliciously HOT read.
I'm always a bit wary when story is described as a love triangle. However Calista Fox managed to made that a non-issue. In fact, the love triangle creates only just a bit of angst, just enough to put an emotional edge to the story. This is a story centered on menage activities that involve best friends and old loves and at times the situation made me squirm - mostly in a good way. But that's all the warning I'll give.
This trio, Jewell, Rogen, and Vin, have known each other all their lives, have always been deeply entwined but many misunderstandings have led to estrangement and a chance to reconcile. Fox creates a scenario that is unconventional but believable. Rogen and Vin haven't been entirely forthright about Jewell, but they've never really had to be. Now, things are different. They really can't help themselves and neither can Jewell. The story line is fun as they embark on a short adventure, one that serves to cut through all any possible inhibitions ( and there aren't many). It's not all rainbows and kittens though as an undercurrent of jealousy and some inevitable apprehensions transpire, but Fox moved through this at just the right pace.
If you like your reads on the spicier side, I wholly recommend this. I really had a hard time putting it down. If not for the need for sleep, this could have been a one sitting read. It's not often that I read such a sexually bold and charged story and I really enjoyed the characters and the escape from reality. This is the first by Calista Fox that I've read and certainly won't be the last. 4.5 stars and recommendation!
* I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*
Yowza! This is one deliciously HOT read.
I'm always a bit wary when story is described as a love triangle. However Calista Fox managed to made that a non-issue. In fact, the love triangle creates only just a bit of angst, just enough to put an emotional edge to the story. This is a story centered on menage activities that involve best friends and old loves and at times the situation made me squirm - mostly in a good way. But that's all the warning I'll give.
This trio, Jewell, Rogen, and Vin, have known each other all their lives, have always been deeply entwined but many misunderstandings have led to estrangement and a chance to reconcile. Fox creates a scenario that is unconventional but believable. Rogen and Vin haven't been entirely forthright about Jewell, but they've never really had to be. Now, things are different. They really can't help themselves and neither can Jewell. The story line is fun as they embark on a short adventure, one that serves to cut through all any possible inhibitions ( and there aren't many). It's not all rainbows and kittens though as an undercurrent of jealousy and some inevitable apprehensions transpire, but Fox moved through this at just the right pace.
If you like your reads on the spicier side, I wholly recommend this. I really had a hard time putting it down. If not for the need for sleep, this could have been a one sitting read. It's not often that I read such a sexually bold and charged story and I really enjoyed the characters and the escape from reality. This is the first by Calista Fox that I've read and certainly won't be the last. 4.5 stars and recommendation!
* I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*
April 6, 2017
The Billionaires (Lover's Triangle #1) by Calista Fox is book one in her new series. A star-crossed, friends-to-lovers romance with a love triangle twist.
Jewel Catalano, Rogen Angelini, and Vin D'Angelo were childhood friends growing up. Jewel and Rogen even fell in love, but a huge family feud between their parents ripped them apart. Rogen was sent away to school, while Jewel and Vin remained behind finding comfort and a new love between them. However, for reasons unknown, Jewel and Vin also were separated.
Years have passed and now the three friends/lovers are all back in their hometown of River Cross. The chemistry and unresolved feelings amongst the three of them are high. Add in Jewel and Rogen's mutual goals to create names for themselves outside of their parents vineyards, as well as, healing whatever caused their parents' feud.
The story was very much driven by sexual passion, and if you are looking for hot and heavy on every page then this is the book for you. Jewel has a different relationship with Rogen and Vin separately, which ends up being more complimentary than combative, but it definitely takes a character as strong as Jewel to hold up to it all. The eroticism is sizzling but the good ol'. love story standing the test of time, definitely is what makes the book come together. Though I'll admit, the drama and angst about the past, especial between Jewel and Vin, was a little more than I prefer, but overall, The Billionaires by Calista Fox was an enjoyable novel and I would happily recommend.
(I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book I received from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for my open and honest review.)
Jewel Catalano, Rogen Angelini, and Vin D'Angelo were childhood friends growing up. Jewel and Rogen even fell in love, but a huge family feud between their parents ripped them apart. Rogen was sent away to school, while Jewel and Vin remained behind finding comfort and a new love between them. However, for reasons unknown, Jewel and Vin also were separated.
Years have passed and now the three friends/lovers are all back in their hometown of River Cross. The chemistry and unresolved feelings amongst the three of them are high. Add in Jewel and Rogen's mutual goals to create names for themselves outside of their parents vineyards, as well as, healing whatever caused their parents' feud.
The story was very much driven by sexual passion, and if you are looking for hot and heavy on every page then this is the book for you. Jewel has a different relationship with Rogen and Vin separately, which ends up being more complimentary than combative, but it definitely takes a character as strong as Jewel to hold up to it all. The eroticism is sizzling but the good ol'. love story standing the test of time, definitely is what makes the book come together. Though I'll admit, the drama and angst about the past, especial between Jewel and Vin, was a little more than I prefer, but overall, The Billionaires by Calista Fox was an enjoyable novel and I would happily recommend.
(I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book I received from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for my open and honest review.)
April 10, 2018
The Billionaires (Lover's Triangle, #1) follows three main characters - Jewel Catalano, Rogan Angelini and Vin D'Angelo. They were all childhood best friends, until a family fued between the Catalano's and the Angelini's ripped apart Jewel and Rogan. Jewel then becomes closer to Vin as he helps pick up the pieces of Jewel's heart. But alas, this also ends in heartbreak for the two of them. Now, more than ten years later, Jewel is attempting to make some daring acquisitions to help get her what she wants. Little does she realize, it's also Rogan and Vin that she wants. Together. At the same time.
I'm torn as to what I want to rate this book. On one hand, the sexual tension and steamy sex scenes were definitely hot, however on the other hand, the rest of the novel was luke warm at best. The plot felt too forced, like the author just wanted to add it in so the book wasn't pure porn. I did not enjoy these characters very much and sometimes felt it very hard to continue reading.
Then there was the "twist". I felt myself rolling my eyes over what this fued actually was about. Then, everyone is over it in two seconds! Way to just wrap up the story in one neat little bow, Calista Fox.
Personally, I would of chosen Vin over Rogen anyday, but hey, whatever floats Jewel's boat.
Reccomend for an audience of at least 18+. 3/5 stars.
I'm torn as to what I want to rate this book. On one hand, the sexual tension and steamy sex scenes were definitely hot, however on the other hand, the rest of the novel was luke warm at best. The plot felt too forced, like the author just wanted to add it in so the book wasn't pure porn. I did not enjoy these characters very much and sometimes felt it very hard to continue reading.
Then there was the "twist". I felt myself rolling my eyes over what this fued actually was about. Then, everyone is over it in two seconds! Way to just wrap up the story in one neat little bow, Calista Fox.
Personally, I would of chosen Vin over Rogen anyday, but hey, whatever floats Jewel's boat.
Reccomend for an audience of at least 18+. 3/5 stars.
March 31, 2017
~~I received a free copy of this book to read and review for Wicked Reads ~~
This is a sweet, sexy story with a fun plot. I cannot say that I cared for some of the more flowery language at the beginning, but once the characters are established, then we get more plot and less adjectives.
I did want to ask the senior couples what on earth they were thinking by the end - but it worked well to create the atmosphere needed for the story to work. Other than that annoyance at them, I felt that the storylines achieved the intensity and divisions that made this trio reach the point that they did.
Although their money meant that they lived it big, it wasn't really an issue, because they were all pretty much in the same position - and Jewel had as much business acumen as the men, even if she went to University locally, rather than Yale. In terms of intimate experiences though, she is enjoying learning from their previous ménage adventures.
If you like the idea of a trio which develops out of childhood friendships, but now has a chance to explore their true feelings for each other, then this will serve you well. It also has some entertaining side plots.
This is a sweet, sexy story with a fun plot. I cannot say that I cared for some of the more flowery language at the beginning, but once the characters are established, then we get more plot and less adjectives.
I did want to ask the senior couples what on earth they were thinking by the end - but it worked well to create the atmosphere needed for the story to work. Other than that annoyance at them, I felt that the storylines achieved the intensity and divisions that made this trio reach the point that they did.
Although their money meant that they lived it big, it wasn't really an issue, because they were all pretty much in the same position - and Jewel had as much business acumen as the men, even if she went to University locally, rather than Yale. In terms of intimate experiences though, she is enjoying learning from their previous ménage adventures.
If you like the idea of a trio which develops out of childhood friendships, but now has a chance to explore their true feelings for each other, then this will serve you well. It also has some entertaining side plots.
April 5, 2017
*ARC provided by St. Martin's in exchange for an honest review*
This was my first read by Calista and I was sad to find out that it might not have been the best one to start with. I am always intrigued by taboo subjects which is why this was a very anticipating read for me.
We follow Jewel, Rogen, and Vin, a trio of billionaires with a rocky past of relationships and family drama. Both men are in love with Jewel and vice versa, which is where the taboo comes in. As much as I appreciated the sexier plot in the novel, I couldn't really focus on the rest of the plot lines. I felt like Jewel didn't have that special 'umph' when it comes to a main character. Rogen and Vin were easily distinguishable but they weren't much better than her. Except for Vin. He's a book nerd so our kindred spirits definitely had me gravitating towards him the most.
What I loved about the two men was the friendship between them. It was definitely tested and I enjoyed witnessing their reactions towards it all. Their loyalty and love for Jewel knew no bounds and it all had me in awe. There isn't anything they wouldn't do for her and it warmed me up inside. It made me respect them as the men they were and it was a much needed plus. Even though I have many negative things to say, I can't wait to follow along with their story throughout the series and see where they end up.
Unfortunately, a lot that happened in the story that should have shocked me, didn't even faze me. I felt like the plot line was moving too quickly and it restricted me from actually caring for it. Some things were resolved/done too easily so the believable aspect of the story was very much lacking as well.
With all that said, I am still more than curious about the lives of some side characters so I will most definitely be reading the rest of the books!
This was my first read by Calista and I was sad to find out that it might not have been the best one to start with. I am always intrigued by taboo subjects which is why this was a very anticipating read for me.
We follow Jewel, Rogen, and Vin, a trio of billionaires with a rocky past of relationships and family drama. Both men are in love with Jewel and vice versa, which is where the taboo comes in. As much as I appreciated the sexier plot in the novel, I couldn't really focus on the rest of the plot lines. I felt like Jewel didn't have that special 'umph' when it comes to a main character. Rogen and Vin were easily distinguishable but they weren't much better than her. Except for Vin. He's a book nerd so our kindred spirits definitely had me gravitating towards him the most.
What I loved about the two men was the friendship between them. It was definitely tested and I enjoyed witnessing their reactions towards it all. Their loyalty and love for Jewel knew no bounds and it all had me in awe. There isn't anything they wouldn't do for her and it warmed me up inside. It made me respect them as the men they were and it was a much needed plus. Even though I have many negative things to say, I can't wait to follow along with their story throughout the series and see where they end up.
Unfortunately, a lot that happened in the story that should have shocked me, didn't even faze me. I felt like the plot line was moving too quickly and it restricted me from actually caring for it. Some things were resolved/done too easily so the believable aspect of the story was very much lacking as well.
With all that said, I am still more than curious about the lives of some side characters so I will most definitely be reading the rest of the books!
March 24, 2017
The Billionaires (Lover's Triangle, #1) by Calista Fox
4.5 stars
M/F/M Romance
Triggers: Death of child
This was a second chance love meets sexy hot menage. I really enjoyed this story and the twists and turns were both unexpected and a pleasant surprise.
Jewel is wanting to finally to set up her own business. She is tired of watching the land that is supposed to be willed to her sit, unused, unloved and caught between her family and Rogen's family. She is bright, strong willed, seductive and the perfect match for Rogen and Vin. Not only is she able to catch the eye of best friends, Rogen and Vin, but she's also able to capture their hearts.
Jewel comes up with a plan that can't fail. She will purchase a much sought after liquor and trade it to Rogen's father in order to get him to sign off on his portion of the property. Nothing can go wrong. But, then she runs in to both Rogen and Vin - the two people she didn't believe she would really have to deal with.
Rogen is her first love. He hasn't seen her in several years because he was shipped off to school and told to stay away from Jewel. When he notices her from across the room, all of those old feelings come rushing back and the attraction that never went away rears its head.
Vin is also at the house that night and sees Jewel - but being the cocky snarky personality that he is, he just saunters up and SLAP! I loved that scene! Vin was a hard character to read - he showed almost no emotions throughout the story and held on to this anger throughout.
However, when all three of them converge to plot, not only do they come up with a great plan, but their chemistry explodes through the story. It's sexy, sensual and their sheets were on fire.
This was a sweet story about learning to communicate, healing past broken hearts and being OK with who you decide to be.
4.5 stars
M/F/M Romance
Triggers: Death of child
This was a second chance love meets sexy hot menage. I really enjoyed this story and the twists and turns were both unexpected and a pleasant surprise.
Jewel is wanting to finally to set up her own business. She is tired of watching the land that is supposed to be willed to her sit, unused, unloved and caught between her family and Rogen's family. She is bright, strong willed, seductive and the perfect match for Rogen and Vin. Not only is she able to catch the eye of best friends, Rogen and Vin, but she's also able to capture their hearts.
Jewel comes up with a plan that can't fail. She will purchase a much sought after liquor and trade it to Rogen's father in order to get him to sign off on his portion of the property. Nothing can go wrong. But, then she runs in to both Rogen and Vin - the two people she didn't believe she would really have to deal with.
Rogen is her first love. He hasn't seen her in several years because he was shipped off to school and told to stay away from Jewel. When he notices her from across the room, all of those old feelings come rushing back and the attraction that never went away rears its head.
Vin is also at the house that night and sees Jewel - but being the cocky snarky personality that he is, he just saunters up and SLAP! I loved that scene! Vin was a hard character to read - he showed almost no emotions throughout the story and held on to this anger throughout.
However, when all three of them converge to plot, not only do they come up with a great plan, but their chemistry explodes through the story. It's sexy, sensual and their sheets were on fire.
This was a sweet story about learning to communicate, healing past broken hearts and being OK with who you decide to be.
March 28, 2017
I received a copy of this book to read and review for Wicked Reads
Who doesn't love a good menage book? And this one is just that!
In an amazing lovers triangle, we have Jewel Catalano, a very successful business woman who wants one thing, to build on the land that sits between her parents and her parents EX best friends. Along with that, she's hoping to reconnect with her first love, Rogan. Rogan was sent away to school by his parents to keep him and Jewel apart when the feud between his parents and hers started. He never truly got over Jewel. Even when she started seeing his best friend Vin when he became more & more distant. Jewel couldn't choose between them then, and she certainly cant now. Needing Rogan to sign off on the property she wants puts them back in the triangle they began 10 years prior and nothing has changed for any of them. They all love one another!
This book started a bit overly descriptive with backdrop and scene setting. That did seem to ease up quickly. Or, maybe I was completely diverted by the smoking hot scenes that played out between Jewel, Rogan & Vin. Some of the best I've read in awhile I was enthralled! The story moves forward quickly after that and I was highly entertained and thoroughly enjoyed the read.
Who doesn't love a good menage book? And this one is just that!
In an amazing lovers triangle, we have Jewel Catalano, a very successful business woman who wants one thing, to build on the land that sits between her parents and her parents EX best friends. Along with that, she's hoping to reconnect with her first love, Rogan. Rogan was sent away to school by his parents to keep him and Jewel apart when the feud between his parents and hers started. He never truly got over Jewel. Even when she started seeing his best friend Vin when he became more & more distant. Jewel couldn't choose between them then, and she certainly cant now. Needing Rogan to sign off on the property she wants puts them back in the triangle they began 10 years prior and nothing has changed for any of them. They all love one another!
This book started a bit overly descriptive with backdrop and scene setting. That did seem to ease up quickly. Or, maybe I was completely diverted by the smoking hot scenes that played out between Jewel, Rogan & Vin. Some of the best I've read in awhile I was enthralled! The story moves forward quickly after that and I was highly entertained and thoroughly enjoyed the read.
April 7, 2017
Scandalous! Sex and love. The fued between two families takes a turn no one expects when Jewel Catalano crashes an Angelini party and meets up again with Rogan and Vin.
Nothing says hello like a slap in the face and Vin knew he had it coming. But Jewel wasn't prepared for the feelings she would have when she saw Rogen again. But she won't let anything get in her way of convincing Gian Angelini to sign over his land to her.
This is a blistering ride of sex, rumors, fueds, and friendship.
I received this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Nothing says hello like a slap in the face and Vin knew he had it coming. But Jewel wasn't prepared for the feelings she would have when she saw Rogen again. But she won't let anything get in her way of convincing Gian Angelini to sign over his land to her.
This is a blistering ride of sex, rumors, fueds, and friendship.
I received this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
November 11, 2017
I won this book in a Goodreads Giveaway.
This is book One in the "Lover's Triangle" series. This is the story of Jewel Catalano, Rogen Angelini, and Vin D'Angelo who started off as friends when they were younger. Rogen was Jewel's first love but a family feud had broken that up. Now years later...Jewel is looking to talk to Rogen's brother Gian Angelini about a deal for a piece of land for an exchange for a rare Angelini scotch. Jewels had surprised emotions when seeing Rogen again. When she ups and leaves the party she was at after seeing Rogen she runs into Vin. Vin was unaware of Rogen and Jewels sexual relationship and thought that it had just be a friendly relationship.
This is book One in the "Lover's Triangle" series. This is the story of Jewel Catalano, Rogen Angelini, and Vin D'Angelo who started off as friends when they were younger. Rogen was Jewel's first love but a family feud had broken that up. Now years later...Jewel is looking to talk to Rogen's brother Gian Angelini about a deal for a piece of land for an exchange for a rare Angelini scotch. Jewels had surprised emotions when seeing Rogen again. When she ups and leaves the party she was at after seeing Rogen she runs into Vin. Vin was unaware of Rogen and Jewels sexual relationship and thought that it had just be a friendly relationship.
June 3, 2017
I really liked this story. It was well written. It was sensual. Erotic. It concluded in a happily ever after. While many readers of Taboo romance will not be able to suspend belief that 2 men can share a woman for a lifetime, the author wrote a story that made it plausible. This is part of a series, so I'm interested in seeing what else the author comes up with for the next two books. I believe she set the story up nicely for secondary characters to have their own books.
Thank you to Netgalley and the Publisher for a chance to read this book.
Thank you to Netgalley and the Publisher for a chance to read this book.
March 14, 2017
I was given ARC copy in exchange for an honest review by Netgalley and St. Martin’s Press.
Jewel Catalano, Rogen Angelini, and Vin D'Angelo have been friends since childhood. However now that they have grown up its explosive. So steamy hot erotica .
Calista Fox will bring you into the world like no one has before!!!
Jewel Catalano, Rogen Angelini, and Vin D'Angelo have been friends since childhood. However now that they have grown up its explosive. So steamy hot erotica .
Calista Fox will bring you into the world like no one has before!!!
April 10, 2017
4 Stars
When it comes to sexy and steamy reads, Calista Fox is in a league of her own. Even if I’m usually not a fan of menage stories, I found myself captivated by this sensual and romantic tale of never-ending love. It’s risqué, unconventional and so seductive!
The Angelini and Catalano families are owners of famous vineyards, neighbors and bitter rivals. Jewel Catalano’s relationship with Rogen Angelini and his best friend Vin d’Angelo is complicated by misunderstandings and family feud. Rogen and Vin were Jewel’s childhood friends and teenage loves.
Several years later, Jewel has become a successful businesswoman. She is fiercely independent, confident, bold and determined. She wants to develop a property co-owned by the Angelinis and the Castalanos, and strikes up her own deal with Rogen. Rogen and Jewel were estranged from each other, separated by their family feud and entangled feelings. They are both heirs who want to go into business together, to create their own legacy. They intend to let go of the past and move on.
Rogen’s parents became Vin’s legal guardians after his parents died. Although his loyalty to Rogen’s father can’t be doubted, he is still deeply affected by Jewel. Rogen and Vin are best friends who both fell in love with the same woman, and their long buried feelings are unchanged. Jewel is drawn to both of them. Her relationship with Vin is tumultuous, he is broody, intense and commanding. With Rogen, everything is easier, he is amiable, sensitive and nice. Jewel is their ultimate fantasy woman and they both envision having a permanent relationship with her. Obviously, the threesome needs to work out a new dynamic to their complex relationship and hope that their parents will finally accept to bury the hatchet.
In true Calista Fox’s style, The Billionaires was compulsively readable, exceptionally hot and simmering with sexual tension and deep feelings. Since reading her Bayfront novellas, her books have become a guilty pleasure of mine and I can’t wait for more. If you enjoy elegantly written menage stories, with engaging characters, I definitely recommend this book.
I received an advanced copy of this book from the publisher, via NetGalley.
When it comes to sexy and steamy reads, Calista Fox is in a league of her own. Even if I’m usually not a fan of menage stories, I found myself captivated by this sensual and romantic tale of never-ending love. It’s risqué, unconventional and so seductive!
The Angelini and Catalano families are owners of famous vineyards, neighbors and bitter rivals. Jewel Catalano’s relationship with Rogen Angelini and his best friend Vin d’Angelo is complicated by misunderstandings and family feud. Rogen and Vin were Jewel’s childhood friends and teenage loves.
Several years later, Jewel has become a successful businesswoman. She is fiercely independent, confident, bold and determined. She wants to develop a property co-owned by the Angelinis and the Castalanos, and strikes up her own deal with Rogen. Rogen and Jewel were estranged from each other, separated by their family feud and entangled feelings. They are both heirs who want to go into business together, to create their own legacy. They intend to let go of the past and move on.
Rogen’s parents became Vin’s legal guardians after his parents died. Although his loyalty to Rogen’s father can’t be doubted, he is still deeply affected by Jewel. Rogen and Vin are best friends who both fell in love with the same woman, and their long buried feelings are unchanged. Jewel is drawn to both of them. Her relationship with Vin is tumultuous, he is broody, intense and commanding. With Rogen, everything is easier, he is amiable, sensitive and nice. Jewel is their ultimate fantasy woman and they both envision having a permanent relationship with her. Obviously, the threesome needs to work out a new dynamic to their complex relationship and hope that their parents will finally accept to bury the hatchet.
In true Calista Fox’s style, The Billionaires was compulsively readable, exceptionally hot and simmering with sexual tension and deep feelings. Since reading her Bayfront novellas, her books have become a guilty pleasure of mine and I can’t wait for more. If you enjoy elegantly written menage stories, with engaging characters, I definitely recommend this book.
I received an advanced copy of this book from the publisher, via NetGalley.
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