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Quantum #6
Delirious
As one of Hollywood’s hottest producers, Kristian Bowen is on top of the world. With the Quantum team is fresh off a clean sweep of awards season and looking ahead to the premiere of their new film, Insidious, Kristian's life is exactly how he likes it, complete with a stable of willing subs to tend to his every desire. Until he attends the wedding of his friend and business partner Flynn Godfrey and meets Aileen Gifford, the close friend of Flynn’s new wife, Natalie. Since meeting Aileen five months ago, Kristian’s carefully cultivated life has changed in ways he never could’ve expected. Now Aileen and her children are moving to Los Angeles, and he’s not sure whether to be excited or terrified about his powerful feelings for the single mom…
Aileen is coming off the worst year of her life, spent battling breast cancer while taking care of two young children. When Natalie, Flynn and their other friends encourage Aileen to move to LA and work for Quantum, she jumps at the chance to give her family a fresh start. And with her off-the-charts attraction to Flynn’s business partner in the mix, the idea of living in LA becomes that much sweeter. Until everyone shows up to welcome her and the kids to their new home in LA — except Kristian.
He can’t avoid her forever, and when these two finally see each other again, sparks fly between the single mom and the producer with a past he’s kept hidden from everyone who matters to him. When that past rears its ugly head, will he run away from the woman he loves or turn to her for comfort in the storm? And will she prevail in convincing him that he can be himself, in every possible way, with her?
Kristian and Aileen’s long-awaited story is full of heat, heart and humor, as well as appearances from all the Quantum characters readers love!
Aileen is coming off the worst year of her life, spent battling breast cancer while taking care of two young children. When Natalie, Flynn and their other friends encourage Aileen to move to LA and work for Quantum, she jumps at the chance to give her family a fresh start. And with her off-the-charts attraction to Flynn’s business partner in the mix, the idea of living in LA becomes that much sweeter. Until everyone shows up to welcome her and the kids to their new home in LA — except Kristian.
He can’t avoid her forever, and when these two finally see each other again, sparks fly between the single mom and the producer with a past he’s kept hidden from everyone who matters to him. When that past rears its ugly head, will he run away from the woman he loves or turn to her for comfort in the storm? And will she prevail in convincing him that he can be himself, in every possible way, with her?
Kristian and Aileen’s long-awaited story is full of heat, heart and humor, as well as appearances from all the Quantum characters readers love!
248 pages, ebook
First published September 12, 2017
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M.S. Force
26 books1,202 followersaka Marie Force
M.S. Force is the erotic alter-ego of New York Times bestselling author Marie Force. All three books in her initial Quantum Trilogy were New York Times bestsellers in 2015, and the Quantum Trilogy became the Quantum Series with Rapturous and now Ravenous, with more to come!
With more than 5 million books sold, Marie Force is the New York Times, USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling, award-winning author more than 50 contemporary romances. Her New York Times bestselling self-published Gansett Island Series has sold 2.5 million e-books since Maid for Love was released in 2011. She is also the author of the New York Times bestselling Fatal Series from Harlequin’s HQN, as well as the New York Times bestselling Green Mountain Series, among other books and series, including the Quantum Series, written as M.S. Force.
Her goals in life are simple—to finish raising two happy, healthy, productive young adults, to keep writing books for as long as she possibly can and to never be on a flight that makes the news.
Join Marie’s mailing list on her website at marieforce.com for news about new books and upcoming appearances in your area. Follow her on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/MarieForceAuthor, on Twitter @marieforce and on Instagram at www.instagram.com/marieforceauthor/. Contact Marie at marie@marieforce.com.
M.S. Force is the erotic alter-ego of New York Times bestselling author Marie Force. All three books in her initial Quantum Trilogy were New York Times bestsellers in 2015, and the Quantum Trilogy became the Quantum Series with Rapturous and now Ravenous, with more to come!
With more than 5 million books sold, Marie Force is the New York Times, USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling, award-winning author more than 50 contemporary romances. Her New York Times bestselling self-published Gansett Island Series has sold 2.5 million e-books since Maid for Love was released in 2011. She is also the author of the New York Times bestselling Fatal Series from Harlequin’s HQN, as well as the New York Times bestselling Green Mountain Series, among other books and series, including the Quantum Series, written as M.S. Force.
Her goals in life are simple—to finish raising two happy, healthy, productive young adults, to keep writing books for as long as she possibly can and to never be on a flight that makes the news.
Join Marie’s mailing list on her website at marieforce.com for news about new books and upcoming appearances in your area. Follow her on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/MarieForceAuthor, on Twitter @marieforce and on Instagram at www.instagram.com/marieforceauthor/. Contact Marie at marie@marieforce.com.
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September 11, 2017
Oh, the swoon!
An intense, emotional, honest and functional romance that is full of feels and plenty of hotness. This is the sixth book in the Quantum series, and the long-awaited story of Kristian and Aileen – though it can be read as a standalone. A gorgeous romance between a hot Hollywood Producer and a struggling single mother, this is true fairytale romance (with a bit of kink on the side) *dreamy sigh*.
The Quantum group are a bunch of Hollywood hot-shots with their own production company – and their own sex club where their more private needs are met. One by one they are falling, and now it’s time for award-winning Producer, Kristian, to claim the woman that he cannot stop thinking about. Aileen was introduced earlier in the series. She is the best friend of Natalie (heroine of books 1-3), and when we met her she was suffering through treatment for breast cancer. She is now in recovery from the disease and she and her two children have been embraced by the Quantum crew, and she is planning on making the move from NYC to LA to take up a job with them and to be closer to the friends she now considers family. She is particularly keen to explore her attraction to Kristian, knowing that with them both in the same city, something is sure to happen between them.
The scene is set for an epic reunion between the two, but Kristian has demons which initially have him keeping his distance. There are secrets from his past which continue to haunt him, and Aileen knows nothing about his BDSM lifestyle and need for kink. She is a temptation he knows he will be unable to resist, but he can’t reconcile exposing those parts of himself to her and it has his head in a mess.
But when they do see each other, chemistry triumphs over all of those fears and their simmering attraction is finally given the opportunity to blossom as neither of them can resist their strong pull to each other. It’s sweet and passionate and so beautifully natural. But while Kristian can’t help but fall deeper for Aileen, he still holds a piece of himself back, scared of hurting her.
And that just gives Aileen a chance to shine. She has faced death and she isn’t willing to put her life on hold any longer, and I love that about her! She puts herself out there, not holding back what she feels, what she wants and what she needs, and she has no qualms about claiming her man.
It’s a really great dynamic. Two people who are falling for each other so fast and so easily, Kristian not allowing himself to go all in but Aileen not allowing him to withdraw from her. Their openness with each other is refreshing, Kristian’s sweet, loyal and protective nature is beautiful to see, and Aileen’s honesty and willingness to be everything that Kristian needs, and her absolute faith and trust in him, is gorgeous.
And, of course, it’s all kinds of hot, with Kristian and Aileen’s intense chemistry and Kristian’s kinky lifestyle leading to all sorts of sexiness (kinky, yes, but nothing too extreme). But the steamy time is a reflection of their feelings for each other, and blends in really well with their developing relationship, giving us an all-encompassing love story that if full of swoon.
And not only are Kristian and Aileen falling in love, but her two young children are deservedly a big part of the story, and I loved seeing them develop their own gorgeous relationships with Kristian as they started to come together as a family.
But Kristian’s demons are dark. They are ones he hasn’t exposed to anybody in his life, and the secrets weigh heavily upon him. And when the inevitable happens, Kristian will need to learn to open himself up completely to not only Aileen, but his close friends, if he is to get through it.
This is a really sweet story. Kristian and Aileen are both great characters, and I really enjoyed the way they came together. The romance and swoon is gorgeous, and the inclusion of the family element with Aileen’s kids is really beautifully done. The rest of the Quantum crew all feature, with a chapter from Flynn thrown into the mix to provide some story progression for him and Natalie, and I loved catching up with them all.
An easy read with very little angst, few surprises, and an ending that left me grinning hugely, this one is all about the sexy sweetness, and I really enjoyed it.
3.5 stars.
An Advanced Review Copy was generously provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
An intense, emotional, honest and functional romance that is full of feels and plenty of hotness. This is the sixth book in the Quantum series, and the long-awaited story of Kristian and Aileen – though it can be read as a standalone. A gorgeous romance between a hot Hollywood Producer and a struggling single mother, this is true fairytale romance (with a bit of kink on the side) *dreamy sigh*.
The Quantum group are a bunch of Hollywood hot-shots with their own production company – and their own sex club where their more private needs are met. One by one they are falling, and now it’s time for award-winning Producer, Kristian, to claim the woman that he cannot stop thinking about. Aileen was introduced earlier in the series. She is the best friend of Natalie (heroine of books 1-3), and when we met her she was suffering through treatment for breast cancer. She is now in recovery from the disease and she and her two children have been embraced by the Quantum crew, and she is planning on making the move from NYC to LA to take up a job with them and to be closer to the friends she now considers family. She is particularly keen to explore her attraction to Kristian, knowing that with them both in the same city, something is sure to happen between them.
The scene is set for an epic reunion between the two, but Kristian has demons which initially have him keeping his distance. There are secrets from his past which continue to haunt him, and Aileen knows nothing about his BDSM lifestyle and need for kink. She is a temptation he knows he will be unable to resist, but he can’t reconcile exposing those parts of himself to her and it has his head in a mess.
If she is an angel sent straight from heaven, I’m the devil himself in comparison.
I have to stay away from her and her precious children, even if everything inside me calls out for her, wishing I could let her fix what’s wrong with me, wishing she could be the one to chase away the darkness and fill me with her light.
But when they do see each other, chemistry triumphs over all of those fears and their simmering attraction is finally given the opportunity to blossom as neither of them can resist their strong pull to each other. It’s sweet and passionate and so beautifully natural. But while Kristian can’t help but fall deeper for Aileen, he still holds a piece of himself back, scared of hurting her.
Everything about her is petite and delicate and fragile, which is why I can never unleash my inner beast with her. I’d break her in half.
And that just gives Aileen a chance to shine. She has faced death and she isn’t willing to put her life on hold any longer, and I love that about her! She puts herself out there, not holding back what she feels, what she wants and what she needs, and she has no qualms about claiming her man.
I summon the courage to go for what I want. Having cancer has left me less afraid than I used to be. I’m painfully aware that life is short and we’ve got to seize the moment, especially when the moment is lying in my arms, hard and hot and sexy and so tormented.
… “Time wasted is time we never get back. I don’t believe in playing games or mincing words.”
It’s a really great dynamic. Two people who are falling for each other so fast and so easily, Kristian not allowing himself to go all in but Aileen not allowing him to withdraw from her. Their openness with each other is refreshing, Kristian’s sweet, loyal and protective nature is beautiful to see, and Aileen’s honesty and willingness to be everything that Kristian needs, and her absolute faith and trust in him, is gorgeous.
I’m not used to refreshing honesty from women. I’m far more accustomed to games, intrigue, cat-and-mouse and hidden agendas. With Aileen, what you see is what you get, and I have a feeling I ain’t seen nothing yet.
And, of course, it’s all kinds of hot, with Kristian and Aileen’s intense chemistry and Kristian’s kinky lifestyle leading to all sorts of sexiness (kinky, yes, but nothing too extreme). But the steamy time is a reflection of their feelings for each other, and blends in really well with their developing relationship, giving us an all-encompassing love story that if full of swoon.
“You’re making me fall so hard for you that my head is spinning. The more time I spend with you, the more I want. The more I touch you, the more I crave you. I can’t concentrate at work or sleep or do anything but think about you. You’re making a hot mess of my life.
… It’s the best feeling I’ve ever experienced. Please don’t ever take it away from me. I’m not sure I’d survive it.”
And not only are Kristian and Aileen falling in love, but her two young children are deservedly a big part of the story, and I loved seeing them develop their own gorgeous relationships with Kristian as they started to come together as a family.
If I could spend every day for the rest of my life just like this – my arms around my children and his arms around me – I’d never want for anything.
But Kristian’s demons are dark. They are ones he hasn’t exposed to anybody in his life, and the secrets weigh heavily upon him. And when the inevitable happens, Kristian will need to learn to open himself up completely to not only Aileen, but his close friends, if he is to get through it.
“Come with me, and let’s face this head on so we can get past it and move on with the rest of our lives. Hold on to me. I’ll never let you go.”
This is a really sweet story. Kristian and Aileen are both great characters, and I really enjoyed the way they came together. The romance and swoon is gorgeous, and the inclusion of the family element with Aileen’s kids is really beautifully done. The rest of the Quantum crew all feature, with a chapter from Flynn thrown into the mix to provide some story progression for him and Natalie, and I loved catching up with them all.
An easy read with very little angst, few surprises, and an ending that left me grinning hugely, this one is all about the sexy sweetness, and I really enjoyed it.
3.5 stars.
An Advanced Review Copy was generously provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
September 25, 2017
From the moment we were first made aware of Kristian's feelings for Aileen all the way back in Rapturous, I was already craving their story and thinking, I wonder how that'll play out. A single mother of two who's battled and survived breast cancer, catching the eye of the handsome Hollywood Producer? Already I was in love with this story before it was even fully written, because I just knew that I wanted to see Aileen get her happy ever after, and I just knew that Marie wouldn't disappoint in delivering yet another amazing, funny, sexy and sensual, and loveable book. And then I read this book... And my God, I was blown away! From the first few chapters, I realised right away that it wasn't just Aileen who deserves a happy ever after; in fact, out of every character in this series, it's Kristian who deserves a HEA the most.
As handsome and outgoing as Kristian is, he's a man with a very bad and a very dark past, one that no one knows about, and one that's shaped him into becoming the man he is today - a man who needs control because, once upon a time, he had no control whatsoever of anything around him. But when it comes to Aileen, he's powerless - powerless to stop these feelings for her that only ever continue to grow the more he sees her, and even though he tries, he just can't stay away from her. He can see how pure and beautiful she is, and as much as he does want her, he doesn't want his darkness from his past to taint her; what he doesn't realise is that, one of the reasons Aileen made the big move from New York to LA was because of him, and after having battled and survived breast cancer, Aileen is now fearless and ready to get what it is she wants, and that's Kristian.
This book was everything. Kristian was... Whoa. He was hot, Hot, HOT! Both in and out of the bedroom he had my heart racing, and when it came to learning about his past and everything he had to go through alone? He had my heart breaking. And Aileen... Well, she did everything I was hoping she'd do for him: she was there for him, she held him tight, she fought for him, and she never let him go. And I'll tell you what, she surprised me too, for many different reasons; when it came to her discovering about his BDSM, I didn't know how she'd react, but she left me speechless by how she did react, and I've got to say, that one scene they had together? In the hotel? After visiting the club? I actually went back and reread that scene because like Kristian, it was hot, Hot, HOT! And it's definitely the sexiest scene Marie has written in this Quantum Series to date.
Told in both their POV's, Delirious is a book that, from start to finish I was hooked to. I truly adored Aileen and I loved how strong a character she is, and she and Kristian together were perfect, and with the added bonus - and cuteness - of Logan and Maddie? This book couldn't have been any better than it was. We also get a chapter told in Flynn's POV, and you guys... you GUYS! It was just one chapter, but by the end of that chapter, I was squealing and sighing at what it is I'd just read, because OMG! It was sexy, and cute, and had me wanting to go back right there and then and read his and Natalie's stories all over again.
But all in all, Delirious really was perfect. It was both a heart-warming and heartbreaking story, one that ended so perfectly and with such a sweet happy ending that it's now my favourite book of this series. And I'm glad that this isn't going to be the end of the Quantum Series, because I want Marlowe's story. Scratch that, I need her story; at the very beginning of this novel, she says something that has stuck with me, even now after finishing this book, and with what it is she said... I'm dying to know her story. Same with Sebastian. And even though we didn't get a lot of Emmett and Leah here, I want their books too! I just don't want the Quantum Series to end yet, and I seriously cannot wait for the next book to come!
As handsome and outgoing as Kristian is, he's a man with a very bad and a very dark past, one that no one knows about, and one that's shaped him into becoming the man he is today - a man who needs control because, once upon a time, he had no control whatsoever of anything around him. But when it comes to Aileen, he's powerless - powerless to stop these feelings for her that only ever continue to grow the more he sees her, and even though he tries, he just can't stay away from her. He can see how pure and beautiful she is, and as much as he does want her, he doesn't want his darkness from his past to taint her; what he doesn't realise is that, one of the reasons Aileen made the big move from New York to LA was because of him, and after having battled and survived breast cancer, Aileen is now fearless and ready to get what it is she wants, and that's Kristian.
This book was everything. Kristian was... Whoa. He was hot, Hot, HOT! Both in and out of the bedroom he had my heart racing, and when it came to learning about his past and everything he had to go through alone? He had my heart breaking. And Aileen... Well, she did everything I was hoping she'd do for him: she was there for him, she held him tight, she fought for him, and she never let him go. And I'll tell you what, she surprised me too, for many different reasons; when it came to her discovering about his BDSM, I didn't know how she'd react, but she left me speechless by how she did react, and I've got to say, that one scene they had together? In the hotel? After visiting the club? I actually went back and reread that scene because like Kristian, it was hot, Hot, HOT! And it's definitely the sexiest scene Marie has written in this Quantum Series to date.
Told in both their POV's, Delirious is a book that, from start to finish I was hooked to. I truly adored Aileen and I loved how strong a character she is, and she and Kristian together were perfect, and with the added bonus - and cuteness - of Logan and Maddie? This book couldn't have been any better than it was. We also get a chapter told in Flynn's POV, and you guys... you GUYS! It was just one chapter, but by the end of that chapter, I was squealing and sighing at what it is I'd just read, because OMG! It was sexy, and cute, and had me wanting to go back right there and then and read his and Natalie's stories all over again.
But all in all, Delirious really was perfect. It was both a heart-warming and heartbreaking story, one that ended so perfectly and with such a sweet happy ending that it's now my favourite book of this series. And I'm glad that this isn't going to be the end of the Quantum Series, because I want Marlowe's story. Scratch that, I need her story; at the very beginning of this novel, she says something that has stuck with me, even now after finishing this book, and with what it is she said... I'm dying to know her story. Same with Sebastian. And even though we didn't get a lot of Emmett and Leah here, I want their books too! I just don't want the Quantum Series to end yet, and I seriously cannot wait for the next book to come!
September 14, 2017
This review was originally posted on Cocktails and Books
The Quantum series is one that I've enjoyed. Each couple brought a little something different into the family that has made up this erotic series. Kristian and Aileen's story has been one that I've looked forward to the most. After everything Aileen had been through, she deserved a HEA. And Kristian was the tortured kind of hero that I love. But their romance almost felt rushed and it took away a bit from their overall story.
Aileen and Kristian have almost the same level of insta-love that Flynn and Natalie had. But where that worked for Flynn and Natalie over three books, felt rushed in DELIRIOUS. Kristian had a lot of issues. Issues that won't go away because Aileen sat with him in his closet. And given how the book started with his issues of inadequacy rearing its head on a night he'd been looking forward to, I'd expect a little more hesitation on Kristian's part and the two of them really needing to work through what happened to Kristian.
Then there was Aileen's health. They both had significant issues when it came to Aileen's cancer and they looked at those issues differently. I would have expected this to be a major issue that needed to be worked through. Add in the kids and I needed more than the 248 pages it took to get through this story.
This doesn't mean it wasn't a great read...it was. But given the tough subject matter (which almost rivaled Natalie's) I wanted more to feel confident this couple had truly worked through the issues that popped up in order to believe the HEA.
The Quantum series is one that I've enjoyed. Each couple brought a little something different into the family that has made up this erotic series. Kristian and Aileen's story has been one that I've looked forward to the most. After everything Aileen had been through, she deserved a HEA. And Kristian was the tortured kind of hero that I love. But their romance almost felt rushed and it took away a bit from their overall story.
Aileen and Kristian have almost the same level of insta-love that Flynn and Natalie had. But where that worked for Flynn and Natalie over three books, felt rushed in DELIRIOUS. Kristian had a lot of issues. Issues that won't go away because Aileen sat with him in his closet. And given how the book started with his issues of inadequacy rearing its head on a night he'd been looking forward to, I'd expect a little more hesitation on Kristian's part and the two of them really needing to work through what happened to Kristian.
Then there was Aileen's health. They both had significant issues when it came to Aileen's cancer and they looked at those issues differently. I would have expected this to be a major issue that needed to be worked through. Add in the kids and I needed more than the 248 pages it took to get through this story.
This doesn't mean it wasn't a great read...it was. But given the tough subject matter (which almost rivaled Natalie's) I wanted more to feel confident this couple had truly worked through the issues that popped up in order to believe the HEA.
April 19, 2020
This was a nice addition to the series.
SPOILER!
Can established pedigreed romance authors please stop trying to rewrite Christian Grey's (Fifty Shades) story. I mean in this book the male leading character didn't only have the same subplot of the sordid past with a dead mother and a traumatic childhood, but his freaking name was Kristian for God's sake! Don't get me wrong this book handled that story much better than Fifty Shades ever did, but it's been six years, can't we just put this to rest, please!
SPOILER!
Can established pedigreed romance authors please stop trying to rewrite Christian Grey's (Fifty Shades) story. I mean in this book the male leading character didn't only have the same subplot of the sordid past with a dead mother and a traumatic childhood, but his freaking name was Kristian for God's sake! Don't get me wrong this book handled that story much better than Fifty Shades ever did, but it's been six years, can't we just put this to rest, please!
December 29, 2017
3,5 muchas expectativas.
September 15, 2017
nce again, I'm jumping into a series after a boatload of books LOL It took a bit for me to catch on to who was who and who they were with, but Kristian and Aileen's story stood by itself and was understandable.
I liked both characters, but their self doubt, especially Kristian, just about killed me. I get Aileen's reasoning...she's a cancer survivor and a single mom. But his back and forth drove me batty.
I really liked the friendships shone between the Quantum group. Books that show such strong bonds between friends are always a pleasure to read :)
I liked both characters, but their self doubt, especially Kristian, just about killed me. I get Aileen's reasoning...she's a cancer survivor and a single mom. But his back and forth drove me batty.
I really liked the friendships shone between the Quantum group. Books that show such strong bonds between friends are always a pleasure to read :)
August 16, 2017
Firstly I'd like to thank Marie and her team so much for giving me an amazing ARC for Delirious. Wow what an honour!
Obviously I won't be posting any spoilers for this book as it's not released yet but what I can say is your in for a treat.
I can't tell you how much I enjoyed this book I literally couldn't put it down. I probably felt every emotion. It's so well written, Marie has done it again.
This is book 6 in the quantum novels and I think it's one of my favourites so far. I'd recommend you read all of the other books before you read this if you haven't already, although it probably can be read as a standalone. This book has a HEA, it is Aileen and Kristians story.
I enjoyed discovering more about these characters. We first met Aileen early on in the series when her son was in Natalie's class. We also discover she's seriously ill with breast cancer and Flynn and Natalie step up to help her and her two children. Quite quickly her and her children become loved by all of the quantum family. Kristian is also part of the family at quantum being an executive producer. Both kristian and Aileen have back stories who make them who they are, I loved their journey to each other and there remarkable chemistry. What I love about this book is it's equally as HOT as the others but it manages to portray a wonderful love story with a tease of BDSM
You'll also enjoy catching up with all the other characters from the series too, that's what I love about Marie's books she always keeps us up to date.
If you need a sexy new romance to read this is it!! I promise you won't be disappointed. However be prepared to finish it in one sitting you'll be hooked from page 1!!!. I can't wait for the next one! Who will be next do we think?!.
Obviously I won't be posting any spoilers for this book as it's not released yet but what I can say is your in for a treat.
I can't tell you how much I enjoyed this book I literally couldn't put it down. I probably felt every emotion. It's so well written, Marie has done it again.
This is book 6 in the quantum novels and I think it's one of my favourites so far. I'd recommend you read all of the other books before you read this if you haven't already, although it probably can be read as a standalone. This book has a HEA, it is Aileen and Kristians story.
I enjoyed discovering more about these characters. We first met Aileen early on in the series when her son was in Natalie's class. We also discover she's seriously ill with breast cancer and Flynn and Natalie step up to help her and her two children. Quite quickly her and her children become loved by all of the quantum family. Kristian is also part of the family at quantum being an executive producer. Both kristian and Aileen have back stories who make them who they are, I loved their journey to each other and there remarkable chemistry. What I love about this book is it's equally as HOT as the others but it manages to portray a wonderful love story with a tease of BDSM
You'll also enjoy catching up with all the other characters from the series too, that's what I love about Marie's books she always keeps us up to date.
If you need a sexy new romance to read this is it!! I promise you won't be disappointed. However be prepared to finish it in one sitting you'll be hooked from page 1!!!. I can't wait for the next one! Who will be next do we think?!.
06-reasons
October 18, 2017The heroine behaved like a love struck fool. I felt that I was back in school with the crush that she had going on with the Hero. The Hero behaved like a douche. IMO it can't be read as a standalone. The aspect of BDSM and Hollywood for some reason for me didn't mesh well together.
July 29, 2017
FULL REVIEW CLOSER TO RELEASE DATE
September 10, 2017
4 stars
ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date September 12, 2017
As one of Hollywood’s hottest producers, Kristian Bowen is on top of the world. With the Quantum team is fresh off a clean sweep of awards season and looking ahead to the premiere of their new film, Insidious, Kristian's life is exactly how he likes it, complete with a stable of willing subs to tend to his every desire. Until he attends the wedding of his friend and business partner Flynn Godfrey and meets Aileen Gifford, the close friend of Flynn’s new wife, Natalie. Since meeting Aileen five months ago, Kristian’s carefully cultivated life has changed in ways he never could’ve expected. Now Aileen and her children are moving to Los Angeles, and he’s not sure whether to be excited or terrified about his powerful feelings for the single mom…
Aileen is coming off the worst year of her life, spent battling breast cancer while taking care of two young children. When Natalie, Flynn and their other friends encourage Aileen to move to LA and work for Quantum, she jumps at the chance to give her family a fresh start. And with her off-the-charts attraction to Flynn’s business partner in the mix, the idea of living in LA becomes that much sweeter. Until everyone shows up to welcome her and the kids to their new home in LA—except Kristian.
He can’t avoid her forever, and when these two finally see each other again, sparks fly between the single mom and the producer with a past he’s kept hidden from everyone who matters to him. When that past rears its ugly head, will he run away from the woman he loves or turn to her for comfort in the storm? And will she prevail in convincing him that he can be himself, in every possible way, with her?
Kristian and Aileen’s long-awaited story is full of heat, heart and humor, as well as appearances from all the Quantum characters readers love!
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REVIEW: DELIRIOUS is the sixth installment in M.S. Force’s contemporary, adult QUANTUM erotic, BDSM, romance series. This is Hollywood producer and Quantum owner Kristian Bowen, and single mom/ PA Aileen Gifford’s story line. DELIRIOUS can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty but I recommend reading the series in order for cohesion and backstory. Books 1-3 are Flynn and Nat’s story, and each additional story line focuses on a different couple.
NOTE: DELIRIOUS is an erotic storyline with scenes of BDSM, spanking, bondage, anal and oral sex, as well as domination and submission.
Told from dual first person perspectives (Kristian and Aileen) DELIRIOUS follows the building relationship between Hollywood producer Kristian Bowen, and single mother Aileen Gifford. Aileen is a cancer survivor; a single mother of two young children who, with the encouragement and support of best friend Natalie and husband Flynn Godfrey, embarks on a cross country journey to start anew in Los Angeles, California. Five months earlier Aileen met and fell in love with producer Kristian Bowen, a man who keeps secret a dark and lonely past that could destroy everything he has become. With Aileen’s arrival in LA Kristian begins to withdraw believing he isn’t worthy of a woman like Aileen Gifford-a woman who proves to be stronger than the disease that almost destroyed her life. What ensues is the building romance between Aileen and Kristian, Aileen’s introduction into the BDSM lifestyle, and the potential fall out when Kristian’s early life becomes public knowledge.
The relationship between Kristian and Aileen is one of immediate attraction that continues to build with Aileen’s move to Los Angeles, California. Kristian’s dark past prevents our hero from moving forward believing himself unworthy of Aileen’s love. The $ex scenes are erotic, intense and seductive.
There is a large ensemble cast of secondary and supporting characters including all of the previous story line couples, as well as the introduction of Aileen’s children Logan and Maddie.
The world building continues to focus on the Quantum –both the production company and elite, private BDSM sex club.
DELIRIOUS is a sexy, edgy and heartbreaking story line of one man’s struggle between his public image and the truth about his past; and one woman’s battle to convince the man with whom she is falling in love, is worth everything and more. The premise is encouraging and entertaining; the characters are energetic, inspiring and intelligent; the romance is sensual, passionate and provocative. DELIRIOUS is an erotic, wicked and tender story of romance and love.
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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date September 12, 2017
As one of Hollywood’s hottest producers, Kristian Bowen is on top of the world. With the Quantum team is fresh off a clean sweep of awards season and looking ahead to the premiere of their new film, Insidious, Kristian's life is exactly how he likes it, complete with a stable of willing subs to tend to his every desire. Until he attends the wedding of his friend and business partner Flynn Godfrey and meets Aileen Gifford, the close friend of Flynn’s new wife, Natalie. Since meeting Aileen five months ago, Kristian’s carefully cultivated life has changed in ways he never could’ve expected. Now Aileen and her children are moving to Los Angeles, and he’s not sure whether to be excited or terrified about his powerful feelings for the single mom…
Aileen is coming off the worst year of her life, spent battling breast cancer while taking care of two young children. When Natalie, Flynn and their other friends encourage Aileen to move to LA and work for Quantum, she jumps at the chance to give her family a fresh start. And with her off-the-charts attraction to Flynn’s business partner in the mix, the idea of living in LA becomes that much sweeter. Until everyone shows up to welcome her and the kids to their new home in LA—except Kristian.
He can’t avoid her forever, and when these two finally see each other again, sparks fly between the single mom and the producer with a past he’s kept hidden from everyone who matters to him. When that past rears its ugly head, will he run away from the woman he loves or turn to her for comfort in the storm? And will she prevail in convincing him that he can be himself, in every possible way, with her?
Kristian and Aileen’s long-awaited story is full of heat, heart and humor, as well as appearances from all the Quantum characters readers love!
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REVIEW: DELIRIOUS is the sixth installment in M.S. Force’s contemporary, adult QUANTUM erotic, BDSM, romance series. This is Hollywood producer and Quantum owner Kristian Bowen, and single mom/ PA Aileen Gifford’s story line. DELIRIOUS can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty but I recommend reading the series in order for cohesion and backstory. Books 1-3 are Flynn and Nat’s story, and each additional story line focuses on a different couple.
NOTE: DELIRIOUS is an erotic storyline with scenes of BDSM, spanking, bondage, anal and oral sex, as well as domination and submission.
Told from dual first person perspectives (Kristian and Aileen) DELIRIOUS follows the building relationship between Hollywood producer Kristian Bowen, and single mother Aileen Gifford. Aileen is a cancer survivor; a single mother of two young children who, with the encouragement and support of best friend Natalie and husband Flynn Godfrey, embarks on a cross country journey to start anew in Los Angeles, California. Five months earlier Aileen met and fell in love with producer Kristian Bowen, a man who keeps secret a dark and lonely past that could destroy everything he has become. With Aileen’s arrival in LA Kristian begins to withdraw believing he isn’t worthy of a woman like Aileen Gifford-a woman who proves to be stronger than the disease that almost destroyed her life. What ensues is the building romance between Aileen and Kristian, Aileen’s introduction into the BDSM lifestyle, and the potential fall out when Kristian’s early life becomes public knowledge.
The relationship between Kristian and Aileen is one of immediate attraction that continues to build with Aileen’s move to Los Angeles, California. Kristian’s dark past prevents our hero from moving forward believing himself unworthy of Aileen’s love. The $ex scenes are erotic, intense and seductive.
There is a large ensemble cast of secondary and supporting characters including all of the previous story line couples, as well as the introduction of Aileen’s children Logan and Maddie.
The world building continues to focus on the Quantum –both the production company and elite, private BDSM sex club.
DELIRIOUS is a sexy, edgy and heartbreaking story line of one man’s struggle between his public image and the truth about his past; and one woman’s battle to convince the man with whom she is falling in love, is worth everything and more. The premise is encouraging and entertaining; the characters are energetic, inspiring and intelligent; the romance is sensual, passionate and provocative. DELIRIOUS is an erotic, wicked and tender story of romance and love.
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September 11, 2017
An emotional erotic romance about second chances and the power of love, family, and friendships. With a wonderful cast of supporting characters, a captivating movie-industry setting, a scorching-hot leading man, and a strong, inspirational heroine, Delirious was a wonderful read and one I can recommend.
This is the first book I have read in this series, and while it has most definitely piqued my interest in the other characters, you can read this as a standalone and not feel like you are missing out on too much.
Kristian was complex and layered and hiding a secret from his past. When it was revealed, his controlling nature and lack of trust in relationships made sense. I loved that he was eventually able to overcome it for the right woman. I also adored how great he was with Aileen's children and those scenes in particular warmed my heart.
Aileen was a true inspiration. She was still recovering from her cancer ordeal, but she didn't dwell on it, and she wasn't whiny and looking for sympathy. Instead, she got on with her life, and she was ballsy after her brush with potential death. I really loved her personality. She wasn't afraid to tell Kristian how she felt, and she was a fantastic mother.
While this is an erotic romance, it wasn't as steamy as some of the erotic romances I've read. However, I had no issue with that. It's more of an observation. The story also had plenty of meat on it's bones i.e. it wasn't just all about the s*x.
The supporting characters were fantastic and I'm definitely salivating at the prospect of checking out the earlier books in the series. From the details in this book, it sounds like each couple has a very interesting background and I'm intrigued.
There are a few reasons this isn't a five-star read. Initially, I found it very difficult to get into this story. There is a huge amount of inner monologue at the start, which then became very repetitive and it wasn't holding my interest. However, I'm glad I stuck with it as after the first quarter I became hooked and it kept my attention the rest of the way through. The other thing that niggled at me a little was how perfect her children were and the underlying insinuation that you are only a good mother if you have raised these model children. Apart from a minor strop in the car, these children were way too well-behaved. I would have liked them to act up a little more so it was realistic. I imagine they were harboring lots of confusing feelings over their mother's illness and the fact a man has come into their lives, but it didn't seem to impact them enough.
Overall though, this was a great read, and a great introduction for me to his author and this series.
Thanks to the author and Inkslinger PR for providing an ARC of this book which I am voluntarily reviewing.
This review will appear on my blog on 12th September - http://myyanabookobsession.com
This is the first book I have read in this series, and while it has most definitely piqued my interest in the other characters, you can read this as a standalone and not feel like you are missing out on too much.
Kristian was complex and layered and hiding a secret from his past. When it was revealed, his controlling nature and lack of trust in relationships made sense. I loved that he was eventually able to overcome it for the right woman. I also adored how great he was with Aileen's children and those scenes in particular warmed my heart.
Aileen was a true inspiration. She was still recovering from her cancer ordeal, but she didn't dwell on it, and she wasn't whiny and looking for sympathy. Instead, she got on with her life, and she was ballsy after her brush with potential death. I really loved her personality. She wasn't afraid to tell Kristian how she felt, and she was a fantastic mother.
While this is an erotic romance, it wasn't as steamy as some of the erotic romances I've read. However, I had no issue with that. It's more of an observation. The story also had plenty of meat on it's bones i.e. it wasn't just all about the s*x.
The supporting characters were fantastic and I'm definitely salivating at the prospect of checking out the earlier books in the series. From the details in this book, it sounds like each couple has a very interesting background and I'm intrigued.
There are a few reasons this isn't a five-star read. Initially, I found it very difficult to get into this story. There is a huge amount of inner monologue at the start, which then became very repetitive and it wasn't holding my interest. However, I'm glad I stuck with it as after the first quarter I became hooked and it kept my attention the rest of the way through. The other thing that niggled at me a little was how perfect her children were and the underlying insinuation that you are only a good mother if you have raised these model children. Apart from a minor strop in the car, these children were way too well-behaved. I would have liked them to act up a little more so it was realistic. I imagine they were harboring lots of confusing feelings over their mother's illness and the fact a man has come into their lives, but it didn't seem to impact them enough.
Overall though, this was a great read, and a great introduction for me to his author and this series.
Thanks to the author and Inkslinger PR for providing an ARC of this book which I am voluntarily reviewing.
This review will appear on my blog on 12th September - http://myyanabookobsession.com
April 15, 2019
Moving across the country with her two children, Aileen is looking hopeful towards a new future and life. Having just endured a horror year with her chemo treatment when she was diagnosed with Breast Cancer. This is a new start for her and her kids.
She's trying to not think about Kristian one of the partners she will be working for. Though that's harder than she thought. The attraction between these two when they met was instant. It was at a low point in her life still dealing with the after effects of the chemo. It was refreshing to have a man look at her like a woman and not a sick person. Now here in L A she wonders if the attraction is one sided and could there be more. For them.
Kristian like his partners in Quantum are all sexual Dominants. It's not a known fact and they are deeply secretive about it. When he first met Aileen he was drawn to her, the light that shone from her was addictive. She was not like the woman who surrounded him. She was a single mom and dealing with cancer. But he didn't see any of that he only saw the sexy woman.
Now that Aileen has arrived all his inner turmoil in regards to his attraction to her is on his mind. There's no escaping the thoughts and feelings that he has for her. Even though he should stay away from her he cant.
This man is incredible, the way he is with Aileen and her children is amazing. It's a package deal and one he wants to take on full time. The sweetness and care he showers them with is thoughtful and moving.
The intensity of the chemistry between these two smoulders and you can't help but be moved with each touch and word that he utters.
But what Aileen and his Quantum partners don't know is that he has demons and secret that plague his life. Ones that when they come could potentially destroy him.
When his previous life is exposed and you see these people rally behind their friend you will be blown away.
A must read, the care that was taken with this subject matter was incredible. And the way that Marie has delved into the BDSM lifestyle and shown what it's all about and not some fancy fad wants you to explore it more.
A thoughtful and provoking read. One that I enjoyed. I've been invested with these stories from the first story.
She's trying to not think about Kristian one of the partners she will be working for. Though that's harder than she thought. The attraction between these two when they met was instant. It was at a low point in her life still dealing with the after effects of the chemo. It was refreshing to have a man look at her like a woman and not a sick person. Now here in L A she wonders if the attraction is one sided and could there be more. For them.
Kristian like his partners in Quantum are all sexual Dominants. It's not a known fact and they are deeply secretive about it. When he first met Aileen he was drawn to her, the light that shone from her was addictive. She was not like the woman who surrounded him. She was a single mom and dealing with cancer. But he didn't see any of that he only saw the sexy woman.
Now that Aileen has arrived all his inner turmoil in regards to his attraction to her is on his mind. There's no escaping the thoughts and feelings that he has for her. Even though he should stay away from her he cant.
This man is incredible, the way he is with Aileen and her children is amazing. It's a package deal and one he wants to take on full time. The sweetness and care he showers them with is thoughtful and moving.
The intensity of the chemistry between these two smoulders and you can't help but be moved with each touch and word that he utters.
But what Aileen and his Quantum partners don't know is that he has demons and secret that plague his life. Ones that when they come could potentially destroy him.
When his previous life is exposed and you see these people rally behind their friend you will be blown away.
A must read, the care that was taken with this subject matter was incredible. And the way that Marie has delved into the BDSM lifestyle and shown what it's all about and not some fancy fad wants you to explore it more.
A thoughtful and provoking read. One that I enjoyed. I've been invested with these stories from the first story.
September 12, 2017
Two of my least favorite tropes in Romance are love at first sight and the character who doesn’t feel he/she is deserving of love/the heroine/hero. Unfortunately for me, Delirious has both. Some authors can make the instant love work, and Ms. Force did a stellar job here. I wasn’t crazy about it, but I could buy into the intense love Kristian and Aileen felt after knowing each other briefly. I wanted to love their story. Aileen is a wonderful character—a single mom and cancer survivor, she’s smart, charming, warm, loving, and straightforward. She wasn’t really the problem for me, Kristian was. Kristian is the executive producer and the heart and soul of Quantum. He’s loyal, generous, a devoted friend to his Quantum family, but he’s incredibly insecure about his past, and doesn’t recognize his value as a person. Thankfully, Aileen’s straightforward, honest approach to life prevented the story from getting bogged down too much by Kris’ self-doubt and general feeling of not being good enough for her.
Even though Aileen was quick to point out his accomplishments and the wonderful people in his life who cared deeply for him, I found it repetitious, and frankly, not very believable. The Quantum crew have been together for many years, are best friends and business partners, are privy to each other’s secrets, so I couldn’t quite buy into Kris not saying a word about his past to any of his friends…ever. Kristian has many wonderful qualities, and I wanted to love him. Honestly, at times, I did. However, there were too many instances of borderline melodrama. I found myself subconsciously reading Kris’ POV in a very dramatic voice (in my head, but still!), and that is never a good sign, in my opinion. Don’t misunderstand, Kris’ story is tragic and I found myself tearing up a couple of times, but overall, I was disappointed. I did enjoy the last two Quantum books, so my disappointment certainly won’t prevent me from reading the next one.
Review copy provided for a voluntary review.
September 5, 2017
5 Star Review of Delirious (Quantum #6) by M.S. Force
This is book 6 in the hugely successful Quantum series and is the story of Kristian Bowen and Aileen Gifford and oh what a story it is!
I particularly enjoy BDSM and was extremely interested to see where this story would lead. I have to say I was not disappointed. M.S. Force weaves a very engaging erotic BDSM story and I loved this book. Not only did I read this book in virtually one read, but I also listened to it and this may well be my favourite book to date in the series.
This was such an emotional read; Kristian carry’s many scars from a childhood that no one should have to live through and Aileen is regaining her health after battling breast cancer. I loved these characters, both separately and together and Ms. Force putting them together was brilliant. I cannot remember when I have last wanted two people to succeed in a relationship as much as I wanted Kristian and Aileen too.
The strength that both Kristian and Aileen draw on as they fight their battles was heart warming. Throw in the amazing friends that they have, Aileen’s cute and adorable children and you have a winning combination on your hands. I really loved how Kristian got involved with the children. Not only falling in love with Aileen but them as well.
I loved this book from start to finish, it was great catching up with the other couples and I cannot wait until there is another addition to the Quantum series. I highly recommend this book and the series. Although a stand-alone, I feel to get the “story” of the people who make up this “family” of Quantum people it would be best to read them in order. I know you won’t be disappointed.
This is book 6 in the hugely successful Quantum series and is the story of Kristian Bowen and Aileen Gifford and oh what a story it is!
I particularly enjoy BDSM and was extremely interested to see where this story would lead. I have to say I was not disappointed. M.S. Force weaves a very engaging erotic BDSM story and I loved this book. Not only did I read this book in virtually one read, but I also listened to it and this may well be my favourite book to date in the series.
This was such an emotional read; Kristian carry’s many scars from a childhood that no one should have to live through and Aileen is regaining her health after battling breast cancer. I loved these characters, both separately and together and Ms. Force putting them together was brilliant. I cannot remember when I have last wanted two people to succeed in a relationship as much as I wanted Kristian and Aileen too.
The strength that both Kristian and Aileen draw on as they fight their battles was heart warming. Throw in the amazing friends that they have, Aileen’s cute and adorable children and you have a winning combination on your hands. I really loved how Kristian got involved with the children. Not only falling in love with Aileen but them as well.
I loved this book from start to finish, it was great catching up with the other couples and I cannot wait until there is another addition to the Quantum series. I highly recommend this book and the series. Although a stand-alone, I feel to get the “story” of the people who make up this “family” of Quantum people it would be best to read them in order. I know you won’t be disappointed.
September 22, 2017
Five Delirious Stars
Oh to be among the Quantum family, I'm ready to be adopted. I love how M.S. Force pulls us into to each and every story. Weaving a tale sometimes so beautiful yet hauntingly sad, that I feel real tears and my breath becoming shallow listening to some of the stories they have all lived through. Amazing, this is a great series and I highly recommend.
Oh to be among the Quantum family, I'm ready to be adopted. I love how M.S. Force pulls us into to each and every story. Weaving a tale sometimes so beautiful yet hauntingly sad, that I feel real tears and my breath becoming shallow listening to some of the stories they have all lived through. Amazing, this is a great series and I highly recommend.
October 20, 2017
Enjoyed this one, but not quite as much as the others, not sure why. 4.5 stars. Not sure what was missing. I did like it though. Aileen and Kristian are two broken people because of two very different reasons. They came together, fell in love, faced their demons, and had some very hot sex along the way.
September 28, 2018
So I totally loved Aileen and Kristian's story. Aileen is such a sweet down to earth strong lady and I've loved her since I read Flynn and Natalies story. I love that we got more of Flynn and Natalie along with their surprise. I also loved the way Kristian Overall I love seen these characters, main and secondary together time and time again in book after book. I am truly very excited to read Leah story. She has always been one of my favs too!!!!!
August 21, 2017
As ever, another good book from M S Force. Can't wait for the next one!
August 19, 2017
Tremendous story of Kristian overcoming early life trauma and finding true love with Aileen. All our favorite Quantum gang are involved as well. Another winner for MS (Marie) Force!
August 18, 2017
Amazing book.
November 22, 2019
4.5 stars
Honestly... how are all these books so good! It’s not like the formula is ultra orignal.... but the whole glitz and glamor of Hollywood mixed with these famous alpha best friend males all into BSDM and sex clubs plus the women who literally steal their hearts is a powerful combination and really hits the spot for me.
So this book is about Kristian (36), Quantum’s Oscar wining producer and Aileen (32), a single mother who is close friends with Natalie when they were in NY and has recently relocated with her kids (Logan and maddie, 9 and 5 respectively) with a job lined up at Quantum. We’ve known her since book 1 and her major plot line is that she was battling breast cancer and it’s thanks to the new Doctors Flynn put her in with that she’s now in remission.
Kristian and Aileen first met at Flynn and Natalie’s wedding and for both, it was love at first sight. Over the next few months they see each other a handful of other times and Kristian is drawn to her (which we see very clearly in the previous books).
But Kristian hides a dark past and truly believes he is no good for her. Aileen, being a cancer survivor, skinny, short thin hair from her bout of chemo, feels like although she is very attracted to Kristian, that he would never want a cancer survivor woman who also comes with kids.
It’s been 5 months since they first met and now Aileen is finally moving to LA. (To all my safety sisters worried since Kristian owns a sexy club but clearly in love with Aileen... you’re safe).
This story is how Kristian and Aileen come together. It’s about how Aileen isn’t defined by the cancer she had and she isn’t weak or fragile. In fact, her strength is exactly what Kristian never had and desperately needs. It’s her that really heals him. And the kids play a big part in that too.
This book is insta-love in the sense that it was love at first sight, but it took some time for them to finally come together. But Kristian, for all his efforts to stay away, contradicts himself constantly and goes to her lol. I love that. He’s so in love with her and sees her shining beauty and makes her feel like the most beautiful woman in the world.
There is the element of BDSM in this book but it’s not as prevalent as it’s been in some of the previous books. But the amount it was was really perfect for these two.
I loved the ending... I teared up lol. Guess I’m a suck! It’s again a HFN ending and time to dive in to Leah and Emmett’s story!
Oh and p.s. I have to make mention of Max and Stella Godfrey (Flynn and Ellie’s parents). They are in every book and are truly the best. I adore these two.
Honestly... how are all these books so good! It’s not like the formula is ultra orignal.... but the whole glitz and glamor of Hollywood mixed with these famous alpha best friend males all into BSDM and sex clubs plus the women who literally steal their hearts is a powerful combination and really hits the spot for me.
So this book is about Kristian (36), Quantum’s Oscar wining producer and Aileen (32), a single mother who is close friends with Natalie when they were in NY and has recently relocated with her kids (Logan and maddie, 9 and 5 respectively) with a job lined up at Quantum. We’ve known her since book 1 and her major plot line is that she was battling breast cancer and it’s thanks to the new Doctors Flynn put her in with that she’s now in remission.
Kristian and Aileen first met at Flynn and Natalie’s wedding and for both, it was love at first sight. Over the next few months they see each other a handful of other times and Kristian is drawn to her (which we see very clearly in the previous books).
But Kristian hides a dark past and truly believes he is no good for her. Aileen, being a cancer survivor, skinny, short thin hair from her bout of chemo, feels like although she is very attracted to Kristian, that he would never want a cancer survivor woman who also comes with kids.
It’s been 5 months since they first met and now Aileen is finally moving to LA. (To all my safety sisters worried since Kristian owns a sexy club but clearly in love with Aileen... you’re safe).
This story is how Kristian and Aileen come together. It’s about how Aileen isn’t defined by the cancer she had and she isn’t weak or fragile. In fact, her strength is exactly what Kristian never had and desperately needs. It’s her that really heals him. And the kids play a big part in that too.
This book is insta-love in the sense that it was love at first sight, but it took some time for them to finally come together. But Kristian, for all his efforts to stay away, contradicts himself constantly and goes to her lol. I love that. He’s so in love with her and sees her shining beauty and makes her feel like the most beautiful woman in the world.
There is the element of BDSM in this book but it’s not as prevalent as it’s been in some of the previous books. But the amount it was was really perfect for these two.
I loved the ending... I teared up lol. Guess I’m a suck! It’s again a HFN ending and time to dive in to Leah and Emmett’s story!
Oh and p.s. I have to make mention of Max and Stella Godfrey (Flynn and Ellie’s parents). They are in every book and are truly the best. I adore these two.
September 14, 2017
Received in exchange for a honest review.
Kristian will steal your heart and lock away the key. This man just captures you with all he is going through. He had a rough life and is so afraid of letting anyone in because of the past. He is a broken man. One that doesn’t think he deserves to be anything but that. He especially doesn’t believe that he deserves Aileen and feels he is bad for her. He has a heart of gold but it is battered and bruised. MS Force has done amazing in having you just feel his emotion and pain. He wants to stay away but his feelings and attraction draw him to her. He is awesome with her children.
Aileen is strong and resilient. Has gone through alot in her life as well. She is fighting for herself and her children. The move to LA is a new start for them and hopefully her attraction for Kristian will turn into something more. But she is met with uncertainty at each turn. she is refreshingly honest though and that is what draws Kristian to her more. That and she is understanding and real. She doesn’t hide and she listens. She doesn’t pity but understands and is compassionate. this is why Kristian opens up to her and we see them have such intimate moments like that. They are more than just moments in the sheets but little things. His interactions with her children. Her opening up to him and vice versa. Them learning about one another as they find a way past Kristrian’s hurtles and doubts to be together and let love win.
this is a well crafted emotional story of a man who needs love and acceptance. who needs to know he matters and finds it with friends and Aileen. A story that has you cry and smile as you see Kristian find his way and let Aileen in. A man who finally learns what it means to have love and loyalty of others and who starts to believe he is good enough for them. A story of love, family, acceptance and letting go. Kristian and Aileen are a force together that is strong and wonderful. They are each other’s rock and support and this is the story of how they got to be that and found happiness and love with one another.
Kristian will steal your heart and lock away the key. This man just captures you with all he is going through. He had a rough life and is so afraid of letting anyone in because of the past. He is a broken man. One that doesn’t think he deserves to be anything but that. He especially doesn’t believe that he deserves Aileen and feels he is bad for her. He has a heart of gold but it is battered and bruised. MS Force has done amazing in having you just feel his emotion and pain. He wants to stay away but his feelings and attraction draw him to her. He is awesome with her children.
Aileen is strong and resilient. Has gone through alot in her life as well. She is fighting for herself and her children. The move to LA is a new start for them and hopefully her attraction for Kristian will turn into something more. But she is met with uncertainty at each turn. she is refreshingly honest though and that is what draws Kristian to her more. That and she is understanding and real. She doesn’t hide and she listens. She doesn’t pity but understands and is compassionate. this is why Kristian opens up to her and we see them have such intimate moments like that. They are more than just moments in the sheets but little things. His interactions with her children. Her opening up to him and vice versa. Them learning about one another as they find a way past Kristrian’s hurtles and doubts to be together and let love win.
this is a well crafted emotional story of a man who needs love and acceptance. who needs to know he matters and finds it with friends and Aileen. A story that has you cry and smile as you see Kristian find his way and let Aileen in. A man who finally learns what it means to have love and loyalty of others and who starts to believe he is good enough for them. A story of love, family, acceptance and letting go. Kristian and Aileen are a force together that is strong and wonderful. They are each other’s rock and support and this is the story of how they got to be that and found happiness and love with one another.
October 15, 2017
Another 5 Star book in one of my favorite series!!
I have been anxiously waiting for Kristian and Aileen story, and was not disappointed in the least.
Kristian is one of the partners at Quantum with his other famous friends we have read about. He has a lot of emotional issues that not even his closest friends know about. He has alway remained distant from all women on an intimate level he doesn’t do relationships. Aileen is Natalie’s friend who had cancer that we met in the first book. She is a single mom of two kids and has been struggling to make ends meet until her new found family has stepped in and offered assistance. She is now in remission. Kristian and Aileen met at Natalie and Flynn’s wedding and have had a connection ever since. Kristian convinces Aileen to make the move from New York to Los Angeles, which is where the book starts.
The book starts with the whole Quantum gang meeting at Aileen’s for a welcome to Cali party on the day Aileen and the kids arrive. Kristian decides not to go and that distance from her is what is needed. He feels he is not worthy and has nothing good to bring to her and her children. Also Kristian is concerned he cannot live without his kink and thinks Aileen wouldn’t accept it and also deserves better. Meanwhile Aileen has other plans and she pursues Kristian and has decided after nearly dying she’s gonna put herself out there. Such a sweet story... a lot of Kristians secrets were revealed and Aileen never hesitated to show him she wasn’t leaving and he was what she wanted.
Love this series and hope to keep getting more from the Quantum series.
I have been anxiously waiting for Kristian and Aileen story, and was not disappointed in the least.
Kristian is one of the partners at Quantum with his other famous friends we have read about. He has a lot of emotional issues that not even his closest friends know about. He has alway remained distant from all women on an intimate level he doesn’t do relationships. Aileen is Natalie’s friend who had cancer that we met in the first book. She is a single mom of two kids and has been struggling to make ends meet until her new found family has stepped in and offered assistance. She is now in remission. Kristian and Aileen met at Natalie and Flynn’s wedding and have had a connection ever since. Kristian convinces Aileen to make the move from New York to Los Angeles, which is where the book starts.
The book starts with the whole Quantum gang meeting at Aileen’s for a welcome to Cali party on the day Aileen and the kids arrive. Kristian decides not to go and that distance from her is what is needed. He feels he is not worthy and has nothing good to bring to her and her children. Also Kristian is concerned he cannot live without his kink and thinks Aileen wouldn’t accept it and also deserves better. Meanwhile Aileen has other plans and she pursues Kristian and has decided after nearly dying she’s gonna put herself out there. Such a sweet story... a lot of Kristians secrets were revealed and Aileen never hesitated to show him she wasn’t leaving and he was what she wanted.
Love this series and hope to keep getting more from the Quantum series.
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August 20, 2018
Quickie Review...
Actual Rating: 4.5 Stars
I'm a big fan of the series and have enjoyed all the couples we've met. But...Aileen & Kristian hold a special place in my heart after reading Delirious. And not just because I can commiserate with Aileen's breast cancer struggles, having been through it myself. Nope. It was the sweet, touching connection that grew between the couple, along with Kristian being a tortured hero I just wanted to help. Yes, it happened fast between them--almost inta-lust/love--but it was addressed in the book and I was personally fine with that. I've seen that some readers took issue with Kristian being unsure of himself deserving love and affection. I honestly found it rather refreshing for it to be the hero who had those doubts instead of the heroine as we typically see. And given his horrific past, I think Kristian was written in a convincing manner in regard to his doubts.
A beautiful relationship between two deserving people. Adorable kids. And the camaraderie between the Quantum group fans adore. Delirious was a heartfelt story that dabbled in light BDSM but mostly focused on the all-encompassing romance between Aileen and Kristian.
Actual Rating: 4.5 Stars
I'm a big fan of the series and have enjoyed all the couples we've met. But...Aileen & Kristian hold a special place in my heart after reading Delirious. And not just because I can commiserate with Aileen's breast cancer struggles, having been through it myself. Nope. It was the sweet, touching connection that grew between the couple, along with Kristian being a tortured hero I just wanted to help. Yes, it happened fast between them--almost inta-lust/love--but it was addressed in the book and I was personally fine with that. I've seen that some readers took issue with Kristian being unsure of himself deserving love and affection. I honestly found it rather refreshing for it to be the hero who had those doubts instead of the heroine as we typically see. And given his horrific past, I think Kristian was written in a convincing manner in regard to his doubts.
A beautiful relationship between two deserving people. Adorable kids. And the camaraderie between the Quantum group fans adore. Delirious was a heartfelt story that dabbled in light BDSM but mostly focused on the all-encompassing romance between Aileen and Kristian.
September 8, 2017
This is the 6th book in the Quantum series. Just when I thought Flynn and Natalie will always be my favorite couple in this series Aileen and Kristian comes very close. Aileen and her two children have moved from New York to California. Although Natalie encouraged her to move secretly Aileen wanted to be close to Kristian and to see if that chemistry she felt with him the few times she met him was really there. Aileen is overcoming breast cancer and feels blessed that she is starting a new life new job thanks to Natalie and the the rest of the Quantum crew. Knowing Aileen is now going to be closer to him than ever before Kristian becomes nervous about seeing her. Although Kristian is close to all of his colleagues there are parts of his life he never shares with them and he is afraid to pursue Aileen any further due to these fears of what she would think of him if she truly knew his past.This book touched on many themes, overcoming adversity(on both the hero and heroine) believing that they deserve love and having faith that someone can loved them with an all consuming fire and passion. I loved how Kristian took steps to include Maddie and Logan in his pursuit of a relationship with their
mom. There were scenes that truly thug at the heartstrings and it makes you feel as the reader like
you are right there with them. Of course I enjoyed seeing the other cast of characters from past books. I love seeing Flynn and Natalie, Addie and Hayden Ellie and Jasper along with Emmett Leah. Was given an ARC by the author.
mom. There were scenes that truly thug at the heartstrings and it makes you feel as the reader like
you are right there with them. Of course I enjoyed seeing the other cast of characters from past books. I love seeing Flynn and Natalie, Addie and Hayden Ellie and Jasper along with Emmett Leah. Was given an ARC by the author.
September 7, 2017
Delirious is book 6 in the Quantum Series, I love this series but I do believe this is the best so far, this book captivated me and it blew me away, I have always said no couple could take the place of Flynn and Natalie well that was until I read Kristian and Aileen's story, this couple have really stolen a piece of my heart.
Kristian is a Dom who has never had a relationship he only has hook ups with women at Quantum but Aileen and her children have taken over his mind, he can't concentrate and now they are moving permanently to California he wonders how he is going to cope.
Aileen is a survivor, she not only suvivied breast cancer, she is now raising two small children on her own but she has courage and she knows what she wants, her children to be happy and the possibility of maybe learning more about the mysterious Kristian.
I loved how Marie approached the BDSM side of Kristian and what teaching someone outside of the lifestyle entails especially when there are children in the mix, I loved how Kristian was protective of the children from the start and how it wasn't just about Aileen learning it was about him learning that he was worthy of a family and love. This is a story about a couple understanding each other's needs and wants and who could forget the adorable children and the brilliant one liners.
Once again Marie has outdone herself and I wonder what's next for the Quantum gang.
Kristian is a Dom who has never had a relationship he only has hook ups with women at Quantum but Aileen and her children have taken over his mind, he can't concentrate and now they are moving permanently to California he wonders how he is going to cope.
Aileen is a survivor, she not only suvivied breast cancer, she is now raising two small children on her own but she has courage and she knows what she wants, her children to be happy and the possibility of maybe learning more about the mysterious Kristian.
I loved how Marie approached the BDSM side of Kristian and what teaching someone outside of the lifestyle entails especially when there are children in the mix, I loved how Kristian was protective of the children from the start and how it wasn't just about Aileen learning it was about him learning that he was worthy of a family and love. This is a story about a couple understanding each other's needs and wants and who could forget the adorable children and the brilliant one liners.
Once again Marie has outdone herself and I wonder what's next for the Quantum gang.
August 19, 2017
I LOVED this book. Once again MS Force nailed it. Delirious has it all. Kristian and Aileen's story combines the sweetness of falling in love with the angst of two people who come from different worlds and are trying to overcoming their pasts, then throws in smokining hot love scenes to make for an emotional and steamy read . She adds a few twists along the way. On top of that she throws in an awsome cast of supportive friends for both of them and two really sweet kids.
Aileen is coming off of a rough year and trying to get her life back on track. Kristian's past is heartbreaking and defines his life. Watching them face both of their pasts, accepting each others past and moving on is captivating.
When Kristian's past is brought in the spotlight the unconditional love and support shown by both Aileen and his friends is aswome and sweet. Even though his friends did not know about his past they rallied around him and showed unconditional support. It is the definition of true friendship.
I did not think Force could make this series any better but she has. I think this may be my favorite yet. I cannot wait for the next book in this series
Aileen is coming off of a rough year and trying to get her life back on track. Kristian's past is heartbreaking and defines his life. Watching them face both of their pasts, accepting each others past and moving on is captivating.
When Kristian's past is brought in the spotlight the unconditional love and support shown by both Aileen and his friends is aswome and sweet. Even though his friends did not know about his past they rallied around him and showed unconditional support. It is the definition of true friendship.
I did not think Force could make this series any better but she has. I think this may be my favorite yet. I cannot wait for the next book in this series
September 15, 2017
This series continues to break my heart and put it back together. The glue that binds is filled will love, support, friendship and destiny.
An amazing story, amazing characters, steaming heat and unbelievable passion!
An amazing story, amazing characters, steaming heat and unbelievable passion!
April 9, 2019
This is my first marie force book and I'm looking forward to the others in this series. I probably should have started from the beginning but it wasn't that bad with the characters mentioned since I started with this book instead. Love the narrators.
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