Scarlet

Modern Alpha Fairytales #4

by Aria Cole

Beau Loup's world is taken by storm when Scarlet Fair appears in his life.
Her wild red hair haunts his thoughts and her luscious body makes his blood hum with life. She's the first woman to break him of his self-imposed seclusion to make him feel things he never dreamed possible. But she's all wrong for him.

Private schools and garden parties fill the world Scarlet lives in, and Beau is a rough man with a craving that consumes. When he realizes she may be the only woman with the ability to soften his hard edges, he's determined to show her how a real man loves a woman, and then maybe he can convince her to stay for life. He'll do anything to be her everything and he's bent on making Little Red his. In his mind she already is.

Warning: What happens when the big, bad wolf meets the sweet, redhead of his dreams? Hold on to your panties because we're about to find out!

Genres: Romance, Erotica, Contemporary, Contemporary Romance, Novella, Erotic Romance, Short Stories

102 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 8, 2016

About the author

Aria Cole is the pen name of a USA Today bestselling author who published her first book in 2012 and began writing contemporary romance long before that.

Her books always feature possessive alpha men and the sassy, curvy, nerdy heroines who love them, along with a healthy dose of irresistible insta-love and happily-ever-afters sweet enough to make your teeth ache.

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Reviews

[Maya · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wow, this book is pure smuth and I freaking loved it!!! I don't think I've read many books by this author but after reading Scarlet I'm pretty sure this won't be the last book I will be reading from her. The story does remind me of Alexa Riley's books, so if you're a fan of that author, you will love this story.



Beau and Scarlet are so cute together and it's of course insta love/lust for both of them. For such a short read that theme fits perfectly. I loved all the sexy scenes. They made the book more interesting, since there is a lot of sweetness going on, so a bit of sexy time was quite refreshing.



I loved all the characters, especially Scarlet's grandmother. She was so understanding and supportive of both of them, it made my heart fill with happiness. Her character was really great and I'm happy she saw her loved ones be happy before her final hour. The ending was also nice and I liked how both Beau and Scarlet found their HEA. All in all, if you're looking for a quick work break, this book is the one for you!



Ages: Scarlet is 18 and Beau is I think in his thirties. No condoms, no ow/om drama, just sweet & smuth story.

[Gi's Spot Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

IT'S LIVE!!!

Another wonderful classic fairy tale with a completely modern approach, in the most enticingly delicious ways!!!
Scarlet represents all the innocence and sweetness of little Red Riding, and Beau... Wow... Let me just say Aria couldn't have created a more luring, captivating and wolffish H... Alpha in ALL the best ways!!! <3 <3 <3

ARC kindly provided by the author in exchange for an honest review

[warhawke · Rating 4 out of 5]

Genre: Erotica
Type: Standalone Novella
POV: First Person - Dual
Rating:




Beau Loup was a loner. As a landscaper, he focused his attention on his job instead of his social life. He worked and live on the property of a rich old lady who doted on him. His life was simple until her granddaughter came along.

Scarlet Fair was staying with her grandmother for the summer. Determined to spend time with her ailing gran, she never thought her summer would be an exciting adventure when she caught Beau's attention.



Even though I haven't read a lot of them, I do love modern retelling of fairytales. This Little Red Riding Hood retelling was sexy and sweet.

He was so hard to my soft, so rough to my gentle, and every wild piece of him thrilled me to the core

Beau was nice and respectful to other people but when it comes to claiming what he wanted he was alpha all the way. One thing I wish is for him to be more "big bad wolf", more rogue-ish because he's a little too sweet for me lol!

She was a shy little thing who made me want to play and protect, the red blush and that innocent look in her eyes were sexy as hell.

Even though she's young and innocent, I like how Scarlet was not shy/afraid to explore her sexuality. If she wanted something she went for it in her own way.

I curved and arched off the bed, my wrists pulling at my bindings as he ate me.

The story was adorable, but considering this book is not that short, I wanted more depth when it comes to their issue. When it comes to the sex scenes, they were definitely hot.

Scarlet is a short, sexy and sweet as cherry pie tale of finding love and happiness.


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[~Nichole~ Sizzling Pages Romance Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sweet sexy story about a hero who knows exactly what he wants from the first sight. Scarlet and Beau take little red riding hood and the big bad wolf and turn it on its head. Talk about heating things to and keeping them smoldering. The sweetness though was my favorite part of their relationship. He adored Scarlet and showed her in all the right ways.
A special side character was the added bonus. Scarlet's grandmother Ms. Fair had me laughing and snickering the whole time. Throw in the perfect epilogue and this shoots past 5 stars.
#AlphaAlert #SafeRead #oneclicknow #PerfectHero #AutoRead

[Claire · Rating 3 out of 5]

3 - "Until next time, petite rouge..." Stars.

Another quick and sexy fairy-tale retelling this time in the form of Little Red Riding Hood, and re-imagined by author Aria Cole. This was my first book from this author, and it was a pretty enjoyable read.



Beau Loup, sees Scarlet Fair and that’s pretty much it, he has met the one, he just has to convince out innocent little red head that she’s as in love as he is and is happy for him to be the first, last and only man to ever share her bed, her life and all of the significant moments in her life from here on out.

She’d fallen asleep in my arms and stolen every beat of my heart.

Returning home to spend time with her ailing Grandmother kind of takes a swerve into a different lane when Scarlet runs into Beau for the first time, intense, intriguing and oh so sexy, she’s not really sure what to do with the reactions and feelings being in this big, bearded and growly man's presence evokes. She may have spent time studying in the big city, but our girl is still Miss Innocence when it comes to the ways of men and women when attraction as strong as theirs is in play.

"I want to know that you need me, because if I don’t have you soon, I will go out of my mind."

A fairly quick read, predictable in its telling read, but no less enjoyable for it.

ARC generously provided via ArentPRose PR, in exchange for the above honest review.

[Deserie williams · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5stars ! sweet and sexy short read:) I really wish we would of gotten a little bit more of the hero and heroine but I still liked it. I love that it was safe and I got condom confirmation:) thank you ! I'll definitely read more of her books!

[Shadi ***save your ratings use disclaimers** · Rating 5 out of 5]

My favorite by this author. I think she found the perfect length...It gave everything I was missing in her prior books.. A little more emotional connection to the characters.

[♡Tonya♡ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Aria Cole's stories just keep getting better. This is hands down my favorite story, so far.

Beau and Scarlett meet when she arrives at her grandmother's house for a summer long visit. Beau lives on the property and owns the company that does all the landscaping. He keeps to himself, but has gotten close to Scarlett's grandmother. Scarlett falls for him (literally) immediately. Beau feels how special she is and sets out to make her his. There is no way she can leave at the end of the summer.

Beau is the dark to Scarlett's light, the hard to her soft. Together, they have a beautiful love story. I thought the part about his sister was kind of random and felt it wasn't necessary to the story. However, if that was a set up for a future story, and we get more Beau and Scarlett, I can get behind that!

-no cheating
-hot possessive alpha
-non manwhore H, virgin h
-instalove
-no ow/om drama whatsoever
-no pushing away
-cute epilogue

I am totally smitten with Aria Cole's stories! As long as they stay as safe as they have been, I will be a loyal follower!

[Jabberwocky · Rating 5 out of 5]

Title: Scarlet
Series: (A Sexy, Modern Fairytale—Standalone)
Author: Aria Cole
Genre: Adult Contemporary Erotic Romance Novella
Rating: 5-Star *favorite
Cliffhanger: No
HEA: Yes
Blog: HERE



♥ (A Sexy, Modern Fairytale, #1) Black
♥ (A Sexy, Modern Fairytale, #2) White
♥ (A Sexy, Modern Fairytale, #3) Scarlet







As sweet as cherry pie and as tempting as it smeared across lickable abs, Scarlet will make your cheeks blush bright red.

full review to come



Hero: 5-Stars*
Heroine: 5-Stars
Romance: 5-Stars*
Sex: 5-Stars*
Plot: 4.5-Stars
Dialogue: 5-Stars
Writing: 5-Stars



♠ ♥ ♣ ♦

PS: I was given a complementary copy of this book. But I do solemnly swear that I am up to...good. *wink* This is a fair, honest review and/or rating(s) of this book, pinky promise.

[Chantal ❤️ · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ok so it took me a long time to read a short book, so you know that I was left a little bored.
Story is very sweet and they are a great couple but... It was just so blah.
I love Aria Cole books and this is no exception while it was really nice, it did nothing for me.
Even the sex while somewhat hot, read to me like a rerun.
I was feeling like " hey I know this movie- book".
I guess I can't complain for the price...lol.
It was an engaging story at first and I thought there would be more of a romance tango. However, the both are very honest and no drama here at all.
I love a little drama. Not too much but come on just a little bit would not have killed anyone. Just saying!
Good predictable story with some great characters.

[Janie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my favorite Aria Cole book to date. I loved Beau. He was pure alpha possessiveness mixed with kind and gentle. He and Scarlet felt an immediate connection when she came to stay the summer with her Grandmother. Low angst, insta love. One of the things I loved about this one was that it was a little longer than the others. This one felt more fleshed out. Aria Cole remains an auto buy author for me.

[Mizz · Rating 4 out of 5]

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Star Ratings:
Heroine (Scarlet): 3/5
Hero (Beau): 4/5
Plot: 3/5
Grovel: none
Cheating: none
HEA: yes!
Triggers: none

Average score: 3.5/5

Best Line: “Be the man she deserves.”

Worst Line: “taking long pulls like he was nursing from a bottle of sweet wine”


Personal Review:
This was a good insta-love romance between a gardener and a virgin.

Random Ramblings:
•The running away was a bit childish
•Love babies!

Overall Feeling:

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[Emily · Rating 3 out of 5]

Scarlet Fair is back to stay her her grandmother who is sick,. She doesn't expect to meet Beau Loup or to fall hard for the man. Beau had not planned to settle down, but one look at Scarlet he is questioning if perhaps he was just waiting for her.

This was an entertaining quickie. A retell of Little Red Riding Hood. You feel like you get a full story and enjoyed the chemistry between Beau and Scarlet.

[Beneath The Covers Blog · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 Stars!

Beau Loup lives a peaceful secluded life and has never been tempted to change it. Enter, Scarlet Fair and Beau's world is rocked to its core. Now all he craves is her closeness. For him, it's love at first sight and he will do anything to make Scarlet his.

Scarlet has always had a sheltered life. She doesn't know what it's like to feel true love. But one look at Beau and her world changes. Everything about him calls to her and she is not one to resist.

What a sexy sweet story. I loved this take on The Red Riding Hood. There were sexy times, instalove, an Alpha Macho hero and the sweetest love story. What more could you ask for? ~Sonal

[Nerd4life_94 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Favorite story so far by this author. Beau was full of alpha goodness which is always a plus for me! Super hot story with a sweet romance.

[Astraycat · Rating 3 out of 5]

Insta-love without dramas and build-ups.

[Nicole · Rating 5 out of 5]

This sweet story marries the classic with the modern fairytale, it's a short/fast pace plot with a juicy and enjoyable background story with instant lust/chemistry making panties melt in the whole journey. I adore all the book from the author and this one wasn't an exception, i loved as the rest.



Both characters were very lovable and i liked the age difference between them Beau was overprotecting over her and saying lustful things all the time (it was like a wet dream) he is also big, sexy and Alpha all the way another contrast to the sweet, petite, shy, young Scarlet. The explicit scenes were super hot, the dialogues sweet yet enjoyable and end of course was sugary all the way..definitely recommend this beauty, i hope you enjoy it as much as i did.

~ And just like that the Big, Bad Wolf found his little redhead who stole his heart...~

[Nova · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a modern day Little Red Riding Hood.

Scarlet has returned to her childhood home where her grandmother lives because she is ill, when she literally runs into the devastating handsome Beau Loup. The chemistry hits Scarlet from the beginning although she is unsure of the connection at first and runs away from him.

Beau Loup is the perfect alpha wolf he knows from the second he holds her in his arms she is meant to be his. He is rather an intense character but all becomes clear as the story moves on.

I’m loving having my favourite fairy tales turned into these sexy quick reads.

Short read that will leave you wanting to read more Aria Cole

[Flavs is Mrs David Gandy♥~♥’ · Rating 4 out of 5]

ARC Provided in exchange for an honest review

All I can say about this book, is that it reminds me of, when you first meet someone and you have that chemistry and you start talking and then dating and then the whole intimate relationship begins.

And that is all I can say about this book, as the rest will just give the whole story aways
This author captures your attention from the beginning of a book and then just keeps reeling you in.

So if you feel like experiencing falling in love all over then this book is for you!

[Emma · Rating 3 out of 5]

Aria Cole, Kat Austen and Alexa Riley are my guilty pleasure authors of choice. Over the top steamy romance that helps block out reality. These really are the adult version of fairytales.

Strong, tall, dark and handsome alpha males paired with sweet, loving and innocent heroines complete with a little bit of sass ;)

Seemingly complete opposites, Beau and Scarlet complete a void in each other. The age difference bothered me a little bit but I used my imagination and thought of Scarlet as older than her actual age in the story.

Who wouldn’t want a partenr who puts your EVERY need first.

[Crimson Syn · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Petit rouge.” His growl hit my ears before my eyes fluttered open and I saw Beau Loup standing at my feet, eyes trained on my aroused body. “Jesus, aren’t you the sexiest thing I have ever seen?” beau closed the distance between us in a heartbeat, his body spreading over mine on the bench, one hand pushing into my thick hair, the other roaming my torso like he was looking for buried treasure.

Hello, Beau Loup, you French delicious man, you. Beau is rough all over and completely sweet inside, and it just makes your toes curl to think of him. I can see how the innocent Scarlet Fair fell so quickly for this rugged man.
Scarlett has just come home to visit her grandmother for the Summer. On one of her walks through the newly landscaped gardens she bumps right into Beau. Trips, is more like it, and of course his powerful arms catch her. The only problem is, she’s falling rather quickly for the sexy alpha and he may just fall right beside her, into bed, that is. Beau wants the sultry young woman and he doesn’t hide it, don’t you just love that. He is possessive of her and strives to please her.
I loved every second of this story, from her encounter with Beau on the bench by the pond, to the small side story on Beau’s sad past. I have to say, I may have to go buy a cherry pie today. Thank you, Aria Cole. Very sexy, indeed.

[D.C. Triana · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Mm, glad to make your acquaintance, Ms. Fair.” His gaze finally landed on mine again. His intense stare penetrating me to my very core. “I hope to see more you.” His words twisted in the wind, his tone and the wicked gleam in his eyes implying so much more.

Okay, I’m not going to look at a Cherry Pie the same way again. Whoa! Talk about a hot little story.
Beau Loup, you are one wickedly sexy alpha. He’s strong, rugged, likes to get his hands dirty, and looks mouth wateringly hot while working under the sun. Yumm.
Scarlett Fair is sweet and young, but she’s not afraid to show Beau how aroused she is by him. Their insta-lust is fast and fiery and they both want to spend the rest of their lives together. But then there’s the matter of Beau’s past and Scarlet’s rich, aristocratic family. Will his past hinder him from keeping the happiness he so desires and will her family accept him or deny him? A definite short and sweet must read.

[Lei · Rating 2 out of 5]

I skimmed, I was bored. It was just ok.

[Melissa Mendoza · Rating 5 out of 5]

Title: Scarlet
Author: Aria Cole
Series: A Sexy Modern Fairytale
Release Date: July 8, 2016
Genre(s): Erotic Romance
Page Count: 94
Heat Level: 4 flames out of 5
Rating: 5 stars out of 5
Blurb:

Beau Loup's world is taken by storm when Scarlet Fair appears in his life.
Her wild red hair haunts his thoughts and her luscious body makes his blood hum with life. She's the first woman to break him of his self-imposed seclusion to make him feel things he never dreamed possible. But she's all wrong for him.

Private schools and garden parties fill the world Scarlet lives in, and Beau is a rough man with a craving that consumes. When he realizes she may be the only woman with the ability to soften his hard edges, he's determined to show her how a real man loves a woman, and then maybe he can convince her to stay for life. He'll do anything to be her everything and he's bent on making Little Red his. In his mind she already is.

Review:
“If Scarlet Didn’t stay away from me, I would become consumed by her. There was something about her that made me lose all perspective.”

5 big bad wolf stars!!! Little Red Riding Hood has never been hotter!!

Scarlet is 18 and on her way to her grandmother’s house to take care of her, since she’s on her deathbed. While wondering her grandmother’s property she runs into Beau, the groundskeeper, and instantly she’s attracted to the rugged, sexy, bad boy. Beau lives on the property in a house towards the back. The minute he sees Scarlet and her fiery red hair, he knows instantly he has to have her. And when these two come together, it’s so hot!

”’Tell me you want me, too. I need to know that.’ My eyes grew big at his words, as shallow breaths wracked my body. ‘I want to know that you need me, because if I don’t have you soon, I will go out of my mind.’”

This modern twist on Little Red Riding Hood, is soooooo sinfully hot!! Beau if everything you’ll ever want in a tall, rugged, bad boy!! He’s brooding and everything your mother warned you about. And Scarlet, although naive, is perfect for the “wolf.” This book is a whirlwind romance with instalove, but it makes sense and it works for these two, giving their background and story. Can’t wait to read more from Aria!


ARC provided by author in exchange for an honest review. Reviewed by Melissa from Alpha Book Club

[moi, k.y.a. · Rating 2 out of 5]

Black ve White kadar etkileyici değildi. 😑

[Melissa Blakeney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ok, where do I start with this incredible book?

Aria Cole Takes out favorite childhood fairy tales and spins them off with a modern day romance and let me tell you… They are INCREDIBLE!! she has three modern day fairytale romances out and they are a must must read….they are so stinking sexy and sweet and you will swoon like majorly.
So let’s take a little twist on little red riding hood and twist it in the story of Scarlet Fair and Beau Loup’s and you will come to see how unbelievably sweet and sexy the big bad wolf is when he finds the “one”…. When Scarlet Fair comes to visit her sweet and ill Gran who doesn’t have much time left on this planet. Scarlet comes with the intent of spending all the time possible she has with her gran and not thinking she could literally be falling into the arms of the very man who will own her soul for life… Beau Loup’s Has been working for Ms.Fairs for years as the head gardener and owning his own gardening company…Content with his life but a tad lonely he going on with his day to day life until unexpectedly one day when the “one” falls into his arms… Beau can sense that his “Petite rouge” is skittish he must take his time with her and not rush her … not knowing that Scarlet feels the same about him..this story is a “quickie” and full of so much love and heart… you will swoon and cry and just get all kinds of hott and bothered during this great book so be prepared.

This book is a must must must read and I give it a full and beautiful 5 stars

[April Symes · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is part of the standalone in the fairytale stories that are remade into modern day stories. They are all standalones and are very hot reads.
Scarlet is innocent, sweet and falls head over heels in love with Beau when she is around Beau, the landscaper om her grandmother’s estate. Beau is possessive, dominant alpha , and tender with Scarlet, Their meeting was epic and their love story is the same. Beau works on the estate and keeps to himself. Yet when it comes to Scarlett, he cant separate himself from her. He finds he is alpha rough yet passionately loving with her. Scarlett finds herself enthralled and entranced by his behavior yet. Their mating dance and relationship thru the book is fast paced, with a insta-love yet there was some trouble in paradise. Did this couple who clicked get their happy ending or did they end up breaking up? Well, you have to read this awesome and touching love story to find out. The cast of supporting character(s) make this book doubling entertaing.
My rating: 4.7 stars ****

[Brianna at Renee Entress's Blog · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 Stars!

Alpha males. Sweet heroines. Two hearts. Two souls. Epic love stories.

Aria Cole is back at it again. Short, sexy, and sweet, Scarlett is a modern day take on a fairytale. These books are perfect for a warm afternoon read. They are quick, dirty, and oh so sexy. You fall hard and fast, just like the characters.

Beau and Scarlet are going to rock your world. These two... *sigh*... so perfect and so amazing. I swooned. I smiled. I fell into insta-lust and insta-love with them. And the question that it will make you ask... has beast found his beauty?

I highly recommend this book.

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[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fair warning going into this story, Beau will melt your heart and panties. I'm not kidding, I love Beau.

I think this is my favourite story from Aria Cole and Beau is the reason. I devoured this book and loved it.

While its not a long book, a lot happens. From hunky Beau and Scarlett's first meeting to their HEA its instalove at its best.

You will be swooning, laughing and a more than a turned on while devouring Scarlet. It's a dirty, hot read that's for sure.

Its stories like this that have me stalking the author so I never miss a release. I have a feeling I'm not the only one Smiling face with smiling eyes