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Seducing the Virgin

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She didn't think her virginity had a price tag.... she was wrong.

When Fox Smith locks eyes on the sweet little lamb known as Raven he can't help but wonder if she would melt under his touch.

He's not in the business of buying women for sex, and he doesn't need an inexperienced virgin clinging to his side all hours of the day and night but he feels drawn to her and knows more than anyone that what you see on the outside is nothing more than an image painted to cover up your own dirty secrets.

Fox knows Raven isn't telling the truth about why she needs the money from the auction and he's going to get her to spill the beans one way or another.

Raven Miller isn't the type to sell her virginity at auction but she has no choice it's the only thing she has left that's worth selling. When she finds out CEO bad-boy Fox Smith is the man who bought her virginity she freaks out. If he discovers the real reason she sold her virginity he may not give her the money and if that happens then she'll lose everything.

-This is a darkish romance with instalove themes. It contain's M/F/M scenes and ends with an HEA that will more than satisfy your sweet tooth. If you love alpha's who are bad, but redeeming then you should definitely consider one-clicking this book.-

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J.L. Beck

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J.L. Beck is the USA Today Best Selling author of unapologetic romance. She lives in WI with her husband, two kids, and four dogs. She enjoys writing and recently starting a literary agency to help represent authors in the industry.

To learn more about her books or interact with her go here: https://linktr.ee/jlbeckbooks

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Profile Image for Dita.
1,135 reviews13 followers
February 12, 2017
"She was never mine to keep. She belonged to no one but herself and just like that butterfly, she had the right to be free."

Omg Fox, I loveeee this man. He's dark and dangerous. Although he might appear cold and heartless, he can be sweet and caring. And he's hot as hell, yup he's the one who got me squirming on my seat.
And Raven wow I'm in awe with this girl, she's such a brave and strong girl, and she'll do anything to save her family.
As for Seth, I really wanted to know more about him. He's the mysterious one, so yeah can't wait to read the next book to find out more about him.
I really Love all the characters in this book.


As for the book, definitely one my fav from J.L. Beck and definitely on top of the list.
At first I thought this is just another sexy short book, but this book was more than that, there's a hint of darkness in this one and I'm loving it.
It keeps me wondering what will happen next and left me wanting more. And those hot scenes..omg..loving it a lot.


If you're looking for short hot read with a hint of darkness, this one is a must.
Profile Image for Karin.
2,178 reviews
February 14, 2017
This was one of my favorite books by J.L. Beck, it was way more than just steamy and hot. I like my books a little edgier & darker and this book was a bit darker then I'm use to with her writing and I really liked it.

Raven will do anything to save her mother and there's only one thing she has that she deems of value, her virginity. The second Fox sees Raven he knows he had to buy her so he does but, what he doesn't expect is Raven is not a wallflower, she has a backbone and attitude and it just makes him want her more.

I can't wait to get more of Raven, Fox and Seth (Foxs brother) in the next story

I voluntarily reviewed a arc of this book
Profile Image for Chris.
1,316 reviews38 followers
June 4, 2020
BE AWARE of the black hole that sucked in part of the plot! or maybe it was the Fairy Godmother that did her magic and garments appeared out of thin air? One thing is sure, the editor was on Vacation... Regardless, this was a very short, smutty story that ends in a cliffhanger.
Profile Image for Carla.
750 reviews41 followers
February 13, 2017
Book given in exchange of an honest review by the author, it's dark and sexy and I loved it!
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I'm falling more and more in love with J.L. Beck's writing every time I read a new book of hers, in this case it's a much darker story.

It's not all fun and games, our leading lady has to make a sacrifice to save someone precious to her and the decisions she makes lead her straight to Fox.

He is ruthless, he doesn't have time to teach a little virgin what to do, but Raven is different and he knows that the second he lays eyes on her. She deserves much better but lucky for him she is his now.

They both have secrets that keep them apart but when everything unravels what will they choose. Will Raven want this man who bough her for himself, who she is certain is a bad man but has a good heart; or will she run and never look back.
Will fox understand his feelings for her? Is he capable of feelings at all?

I was glued to this book, it kept me on edge the whole time and I couldn't stop till I found out what happened.

Even though their situation is not ideal, they found something within each other, a connection that was deeper that any of them could have ever expected and they have no idea what to do with it.

For now they just let go and let themselves be consumes by the other.


Beware of the cliffhanger, other than that it's just so good you won't regret it!
Profile Image for Lisa.
422 reviews15 followers
February 18, 2017
Raven Miller is in a bind. She has expenses she needs to cover, but no money. As a last resort, she decides to auction off her virginity feeling that it is the only the she has worth selling. She knows what she's doing and she's willing to pay the price in order to secure the money she desperately needs. When sexy billionaire Fox first lays eyes on Raven at the auction, he decides there is something about her, and no price is too great to acquire her. But once he has her, Raven doesn't expect what is about to happen as a part of their bargain. While her feisty personality is something that Fox desires to break in the worst way, will Raven also lose a part of herself, besides her virginity, in this transaction?

Just to warn you guys, this book does end in a cliffhanger. I didn't know that at first and when I got to the end I was like "what the hell?" That caused me to delay my review because I wasn't sure how I wanted to review it. Now that I know the story continues, I'm more inclined to give a favorable review! I like the premise behind the story and Raven's attitude best of all. Even though she just sold herself, she's not afraid to speak her mind and stand up for herself, even though she feels unable to give in to the charms of both the Smith men. I'm still not sure what to think of Fox and his brother--there are times when you don't like them and times where you do. I guess we'll have to see how the story continues in the next book!

**I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book**
Profile Image for phoebess.
1,521 reviews98 followers
February 15, 2017
I'm a bit torn about how should I rate this book. The story had a lot of great parts but I had a few issues with it, which sort of ruined my book experience.
First, "I'm doing it for my parents" is so overused plot, I rarely fully enjoy it. I don't get the need to make heroine so pure and selfless... A heroine can have a few bad traits and still be an amazing person everybody loves, don't you agree?
Second, the blurb said it's a darkish romance. That got me excited no end. I expected a hero and other characters with pretty dangerous auras around them but sadly, all I got were sheep in wolves' clothing. Even their tough talk sounded ridiculous and unauthentic.
Speaking of sheep, the hero was using nickname "little lamb" so often, half through the book I started cringing every time I read it.
Profile Image for M.K..
Author 287 books623 followers
February 13, 2017
I can't help but to read any JL Beck book. I absolutely love the story of Fox and Raven. There is MFM scenes, but I still loved how hot this book is! A must read! Cliffhanger, so be be prepared. Can't wait to see what else happens with this family!
Profile Image for Andrea Dunigan.
70 reviews9 followers
February 16, 2017
This is the first book I've read by J. L. Beck and I'm defiantly looking forward to reading more. I have mixed feelings about this book. It has some pros and cons. On the upside, I love the two alpha male protagonist. Fox and Seth are two of my favorite characters. They were well written and smouldering. The sex scenes are super hot and kinky, always a plus. Some of the things I didn't like is how short the book is and that it ended with a cliff-hanger. I didn't know that going in and it really disappointed me. The biggest problem I had with this book was, unfortunately, Raven. I really didn't like Raven's character. I know she was in a bad situation, that she felt forced into by her and her mother's unfortunate circumstances, but I found her to be flaky. She was bitchy and whiny. I found it really hard to like her which is not a good thing in the heroine of the story. It's hard to enjoy reading a romance when you can't stand the main character. I will be looking out for the continuation of this story and hope the conclusion will be more satisfying. I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
Profile Image for AnessaRenee Reviews.
311 reviews10 followers
February 17, 2017
I can never get enough of an alpha bad boy. I also am drawn to anything that promises me some darkness along with a hea. Let me tell you if you love any of what I just said and maybe some m/f/m action. How about secrets that can't come out? I'm telling you this story as a lil bit of everything I love in a story and I'm sure there is something in here that you will enjoy also. Fox is truly the alpha male who you will fall for. While Raven is the innocent that's not so innocent. I won't give any spoilers so this is short And sweet. Go grab this book. You won't regret it I promise.

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Profile Image for Diana Perry.
225 reviews9 followers
February 11, 2017
WOW! Josi does it again!! Raven's mother is ill. She needs money like yesterday & she thought she had only 1 thing left that was worth anything, her virginity will it be worth enough? Fox is a Wealthy Bad Boy who always, ALWAYS gets what he wants & he wants Raven as soon as he sees her; so he buys her. $500,000 is nothing to him & this timid beauty will be worth it, he'll make sure he breaks her. He goes to claim his prize & is mildly amused to see that she has quite the sassy mouth & thinks this is going to be more fun that he thought. Will Raven make it back to her mother quick enough? Does Fox break her or does she break him? I highly recommend a get your copy today for your library & find out. I read this ARC & this is my honest review
Profile Image for Juliette ~Between Books~.
235 reviews34 followers
February 14, 2017

"I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book."


I read this book in a couple of hours and I really like it! This is  sexy, steamy   and really good reading.



Josi knows how make you wanting more!


Profile Image for Katie Jones.
184 reviews4 followers
February 13, 2017
This book is hot, hot, hot! I want to know so much more about Fox and Seth, and even Raven. Raven's so brave because even in her situation, I'm not so sure that I could do what she did. Can't wait for the next book!
1,415 reviews14 followers
February 12, 2017
Just finished, and loved it, was a kind of different approach. Fox, Raven and Seth, were something else.
Profile Image for Carina’s Bookshelf.
79 reviews28 followers
July 24, 2020
Miss Beck was so nice to send me a copy and what can i say? I loved it! The hole story is seductive and wants to keep you reading! :) It's not your typical romance and that's what i liked so much. Fox is taking the badboy up a noch and Raven does everything to keep up the fight! I loved the hole story line, it's a dark, seducing and overwhelming romance you can't put away!

It's one of my favorites i read of J.L. Beck so far and i can't wait for the next part to come out! I just really need to know how the story goes one.
1,708 reviews5 followers
February 16, 2017
This is the first book I've read by this author and I have mixed reviews. I thought it was good but there were some things I didn't care for. The good stuff first though - the sex was hot! Of the main characters, surprisingly liked Fox and Seth the best. They were tough as nails alphas (on the outside). However, deep down they both had a heart and a soft spot for a woman in trouble. I didn't like how Raven was so wishy-washy. In the same scene she'd go from hating Fox and not wanting him to be near her to immediately feeling like she couldn't be without his touch and begging him for it. I also have mixed feelings on the ending. I did not like that it ended in a cliffhanger without being told it would do so in the blurb. Although, I did like how it ended (for now) with how Fox and Seth were towards Raven and her mother's situation. Like I said before, overall it was a good book. There were just a few things I didn't love. It's a quick read that can be completed in a couple hours, perfect for an afternoon.
*I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book. This is my honest review.*
Profile Image for Joanne Carr.
754 reviews3 followers
September 11, 2018
Raven put herself and her virginity up for auction. Her goal was to make money for her mothers cancer treatment. Fox bought Raven for a five hundred thousand dollars. Fox takes Raven home but did not jump on her he knew he could work with her. Fox asked Seth to do some snooping and a deal was struck that Seth would have some time with her. Raven finally told Fox the truth about why she was selling her virginity. Seth finds out that his father had let her mother go from his company when they found out she had cancer. When Seth called him on it he said she would drain a lot from the insurance company. Seth grabbed his father by the throat and told him that he let his mother die also because all he thought of was himself. Finally Fox took her virginity while his brother had sex with her also. Fox had fallen in love with Raven he put a check for her on the night stand. Plus Seth gave her another check but she had already left. The book end in a cliffhanger.
Profile Image for Bobbi.
17 reviews
February 11, 2017
Hot hot hot!!!! This book is YUMMMY !!!
I received this as an ARC for and honest review.
This book also has a CLIFFHANGER!

Raven and her mother need money. Her mom is sick with cancer which can be treated with medication but it is very expensive. They had insurance until her mothers employer fired her when she was on LOA. So what does Raven do? She sells her virginity at auction. But you'd never guess to who!
Fox is just that a fox. He a sly businessman but only got that way because of his father. He's got a past of pain and hurt and needs one the one thing that keeps is at bay. And the stunning virgin on display at auction will be just that.
Who knew that his past would be so much like her present. That the reason Ravens virginity is bought because of who Fox's father is.
I can't wait until more!!!
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1,465 reviews3 followers
February 14, 2017
WOW! I need to know more about this couple. J.L. Beck writes sexy like no other but Seducing the Virgin has my complete attention. I have no words for this hard to put down, dark romance. I love the storyline and the characters with their flaws and all.

Raven Miller needs money now and if she has to sell her virginity to the highest bitter, she'll do just that. As soon as the man who has purchased that rare gift is done with her, she can move on and forget about what she's done.

Fox Smith doesn't like inexperience women but the beauty in front of him has him bidding for her virginity. He also knows she's hiding something and he intends to find out what it is.

This is a dark romance with a dirty talker that will "punish" his little lamb with pleasure. Enjoy this wickedly delicious romance.
Profile Image for Michelle Brace .
1,736 reviews15 followers
February 18, 2017
Josi has once again created a book that has me absolutely dying for the next!!! This book had me so engrossed that I could NOT put it down. You really will love to hate these guys I'm telling you. There is something about them that you can't help but to be drawn in by them. Fox isn't as heartless as he comes across and his brother is definitely mysterious. They are just two drool worthy men. Raven is such a caring person. She is really doing whatever she had to do in order to help her mom. She is feisty, with a sassy mouth and she will keep Fox on his toes.

Josi did another great job writing about a couple that you will fall in love with. The story line has intrigue, drama, angst, some smoking hot scenes and much more. You really don't want to miss out on this one. I can't wait for the next!!!
Profile Image for Laura  Redmon.
489 reviews16 followers
February 15, 2017
Fiesty Virgin gets sold to a sly Fox and he is determined to tame her!

J. L. Beck gave us one sexy as heck story!

Raven is selling her virginity at an auction to a man who is not only a dominant alpha male, but is also the son to a man that destroyed her family.

Raven is extremely defiant, but Fox is her Master and according to him, his little lamb. He's going to make her submit or face her punishment. Raven needs the money, very badly, but this is also the family who destroyed hers.

Will Raven give in to Fox and become his? Will she get Revenge against his Father?

Definitely a sexy read you dont want to miss!

****I voluntarily reviewed this advanced reader copy. ****

Laura Redmon
Cutting Muse Blog Review
13 reviews
March 21, 2017
another book short story that finishes at 34%... I looked at reviews on here, Amazon and the author blurb and cannot see where this is explained to the reader ... Amazon even states it is a 267 page book for $2.99....which I thought was all the title I paid for...but it is not..There is at least 1 'bonus' book but as I expected Seducing the Virgin to be a complete book..then it isn't a bonus but a filler...and I haven't bothered to read them nor will I.

If you insist on publishing extremely short stories then do your readers a favour and tell them they are not getting a book with a whole story but a short story with a bunch of filler short stories. If I know what I am getting and I buy it anyway...my problem otherwise it leaves a bad taste and a feeling of being ripped off
Profile Image for Pauline (Passionate About Books).
809 reviews15 followers
July 16, 2017
All beautiful things are meant to be free...
Putting her body, soul and mind up for sale was the only solution to save her ailing mother whose health was declining day by day unless she did something about it and fast. Protecting her family is all she cares about so she auctions off her virginity to achieve her goal. Her buyer, though, is not what she thought he would be... mixed emotions between lust and hate are formed. Hidden secrets are revealed in this steamy and intriguing novella... the story scratches the surface to something deeper happening. 4 Sensual stars for "Seducing The Virgin".
Profile Image for Nessa.
3,924 reviews71 followers
April 16, 2020
WOW, THIS ONE WAS SUPER CLICHE, AND INSTA-LOVE I JUST COULDN'T APPRECIATE IT, I'M SORRY. THIS REVIEW IS BASED ON THE DUOLOGY.

What we have here is a simple case of hero buys our virgin heroine from a 'virgin auction' but unlike the other stories where authors have written a similar plot, this one lacked intensity, realness, angst and threads of connectivity between the MCs. It was all very superficial and sadly I didn't see the bonding happen between the characters, merely telling and then there's the sex of course.

Sad, I think I've read from this author before but I think this one was a letdown.
Profile Image for Paula D.
1,580 reviews55 followers
February 11, 2017
Fox is at a auction and normally doesn't go for virgins but one glance at Raven he wanted her. Raven strong girl doing this for her family and just can't wait to get it all over with. Will Fox actually start falling for Raven? Will Raven actually feel for Fox? Lies some drama and it ends with hotness but you will be wanting more! Ahh I can't wait to read more of there story! A must read for all those into dark but sexy as hell stories! 5/5 stars *** I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Copy of this book ***
Profile Image for Rebecca.
697 reviews11 followers
February 14, 2017
**I received this ARC in exchange for an honest voluntary review** Fair warning: This book ends in the dreaded cliffhanger! Enjoyed this story for the most part. Don't really see the point in the character of Fox's father other than the fact that he's the reason for the situation Raven's mother is in. I was expecting him to be more of a villian but perhaps there will be more development in the second half? Besides that, I liked how Fox would show flashes of a softer side & I hope to see more that in the second part to come. Also hope Fox's brother Seth gets his own HEA. Looking forward to part two!
Profile Image for Momma Says: To Read or Not to Read.
3,441 reviews113 followers
February 16, 2017
This is a quick read and the storyline was an interesting one, but it's a bit choppy and needs more depth. I didn't care for Fox at all. I did warm up to Seth, but Fox was just an overbearing jerk throughout. I normally like Josi's books, but this one just seemed to be lacking something for me. One of those things would be an actual ending. I have no problem with a continuing story, but when nothing gets resolved and the story just cuts off, it's irritating. The story had great potential and I think it would've made a great full-length novel, giving it more space for the depth it deserved.
Profile Image for Christina Bowling.
1,594 reviews15 followers
February 17, 2017
I have mixed feelings about this book. Overall it was interesting and I liked the characters, but I was disappointed in the ending; there was a bad cliffhanger that I didn't like. That took it down a star. I like when books finish on a good note, even if there's another story coming in the series. I liked Seth, Fox, and Raven, and I really hope that the three of them end up together in an HEA, and this book doesn't go like a previous book of this author where one of the guys was left out, because that just ruins the whole point in books like this. I was gifted a copy.
Profile Image for Ann (Literary Lust).
1,613 reviews25 followers
February 12, 2017
Wow, what a hot quick read this is and I loved it. Raven decides to sell her virginity to raise money for something close to her heart and Fox Smith is the man to buy it. He's a bad guy and she is an innocent virgin but there is a chemistry between them and it was great to watch this grow throughout the book. Raven is one brave lady. The story did end quickly and I feel there is more to come which is great because I'd love to find out what happens next.
3,926 reviews31 followers
February 14, 2017
Seducing the Virgin Part 1 had a wow factor 500. I didn't know what would become of Raven, but once Fox bought her, he was tied to her, and she to him. Keeping her away from his brother Seth was difficult,and the twists and turns woven into the story kept me on edge. It was hot, suspenseful, and I am fully intrigued at what will come next. I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book.
Profile Image for Sandy Montemayor.
436 reviews4 followers
February 15, 2017
"I reviewed this book for an honest review"
I love J.L Beck, you will never be disappointed with one of her books. This is no different, its hot with some mystery. Raven has come into a tough situation and has to sell her virginity to the highest bidder. Fox has his eyes set on Raven so he has to have her. And holy cliffhanger, I can't wait for the next book to find out more about Fox, Raven and Seth. This is a must read.
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